WTB - Short list of Moderns (specific theme)

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OK, this is a strange one. It’s modern coins, none of which are that valuable. In fact I’m finding some pieces cost less than shipping costs that I’m seeing on ebay, which is why I’m posting this here to see if I can find some better deals. I’m having a blast with this subject, however. Very broad ranging countries and perspectives, lots of history, and dense, dense science. Augmenting the coins with stamps and even banknotes adds to the fun. Although some may find it weird that I’m calling this subject fun.

I have a few pieces, but some could use upgrading. If you have any suggestions for this list, or dont know if one really fits, feel free to chime in.

I’ll probably write a PCGS eZine article about this, or a series complete with illustrations (PCGS likes to promote modern coin collecting). I’m also consulting with a scientist I know on social media who’s taking on a similar collection.

Anyway, here’s the list (in no particular order)

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1. Otto Hahn ✔️ 1979 5 Mark
2. Marie Curie ✔️ 1974 100zl.
3. Curie - France 1984 100 F
4. Curie - Poland 1967
5. Curies - Poland 1998 2zl
6. Ede Teller Hungary 2008 5000ft✔️
7. Einstein Germany 10 Euro 2005 (E=mc2)
8. Walton 2015 Ireland 15 Euro
9. Denmark 2013 20k Bohr - 60s Stamp✔️
10. Hiroshima 500yn ✔️
11. Israel 1971 10 lirot reactor
12. Navy Bicentennial medal ✔️
13. Greece 2016 10 euro / pre-euro 10 drachma
14. Ukraine 1996 - Chernobyl 10th Ann
15. Ukraine 2004 - Reactor
16. Belgium Atomium euro (50s banknote too?)
17. USSR Anniversary 1977✔️
18. Vatican 1983 100l
19. San Marino 1983 Atomic threat
20. San Marino 1986 splitting of the atom 50l
21. San Marino Fermi 200l 1984 (set has Curies and Einstein)
22. 1986 Egypt Atomic Energy Organization
23. Atoms for Peace stamp ✔️
24. India - Homi Bhabha 2009 (stamp too)
25. Tohoku Restoration paper crane coin?
26. Austria 2009 25 Euro astronomy (space probe looks like one with an RTG)
27. Roentgen Germany 1995 5 Marks

Zohar

I have #11 in grading. Will let you know if I decide to sell.

Stork

PM sent.

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An updated want/have list:

1. Otto Hahn ✔️ 1979 5 Mark
2. Marie Curie ✔️ 1974 100zl.
3. Curie - France 1984 100 F
4. Curie - Poland 1967 ✔️
5. Curies - Poland 1998 20zl ✔️
6. Curie banknotes FR and PL
7. Ede Teller Hungary 2008 5000ft✔️
8. Einstein Germany 10 Euro 2005
9. Walton 2015 Ireland 15 Euro ✔️
10. Denmark 2013 20k Bohr - 60s Stamp✔️
11. Hiroshima 500yn ✔️
12. Israel 1971 10 lirot reactor ✔️
13. Israel 1968 5 lirot banknote ✔️
14. Navy Bicentennial ✔️
15. Greece 2016 10 euro ✔️
16. Greece pre-euro 10 drachma ✔️
17. Ukraine 1996 - Chernobyl 10th Ann ✔️
18. Ukraine Liquidators 2016 ✔️
19. Ukraine 2004 - Reactor✔️
20. Belgium Atomium euro
21. Belgium Atomium banknote
22. USSR Anniversary 1977✔️
23. Vatican 1983 100l
24. San Marino 1983 Atomic threat ✔️
25. San Marino 1986 splitting of the atom 50l
26. San Marino Fermi 200l 1984 (set has Curies and Einstein)✔️✔️✔️
27. 1986 Egypt Atomic Energy Organization
28. Atoms for Peace stamp ✔️
29. India - Homi Bhabha 2009 (stamp too)✔️
30. Tohoku Restoration paper crane 2015 (or any number of them but I like that one best)
31. Austria 2009 25 Euro astronomy (appears to have RTG powered probe on it)
32. Roentgen Germany 1995 5 Marks
33. Rickover USMint medal
34. Neils Bohr banknote
35. Russia 1996 100 Ruble Nuclear Icebreaker
36. Max Planck 5 Mark
37. Dmitri Mendeleev 1984 Rouble
38. Irradiated dime
39. Oak Ridge Laboratory (so-called dollar?)
40. French Art Medal EDF by Revol

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Updated the list above. Filled 3 holes this week! Thanks!

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One two more spots I'd like filled.

1. An irradiated dime - preferably one from 1965-1967 as I think they came from rolls, have no mint marks, and I like the blue plastic AEC holder.
2. A nicer 2006 Belgium Atomium Euro. I have an UNC but euros don't come in the nicest condition.

That's it! After that I'll have an even 45 pieces.

Timbuk3

Interesting !!!