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How many people on this forum consider themselves a Numismatist ?
STEWARTBLAYNUMIS
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The history of money
How it is made and the nuances
IMO it is NOT what the mint is selling in the
21st century
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Sure, why not... I've been called worse
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I call myself a Numismatist** 'in training' **
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I’m a student of the discipline. I’m not really sure at what point one transcends the invisible barrier to be admitted to the club.
Numismatist.. Yeah-it's a great line at cocktail parties as most have no idea what you are refering to. Steinologist has the same effect but once beer is mentioned, there seems to be interest.
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Can't say that I am.
I'm a collector of historic artifacts with a mild interest in the history when they were made.
Mint manufacturing techniques don't fascinate me other than the outcomes (overdates, doubling, off center strikes, etc).
"She comes out of the sun in a silk dress,
running like a water color in the rain...."
I collect coins, I read books about coins (and collect them), I spend time on coin forums, I check my change, I discuss coins with other collectors, I used to go to coin shows....... So... at least I am numismatist material....
Cheers, RickO
I think I qualify.
What he said.
1,324, but I'm not one of them.
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Numismatics is the study or collection of currency, including coins, tokens, paper money, and related objects. While numismatists are often characterized as students or collectors of coins, the discipline also includes the broader study of money and other payment media used to resolve debts and the exchange of goods. Early money used by people is referred to as "Odd and Curious", but the use of other goods in barter exchange is excluded, even where used as a circulating currency (e.g., cigarettes in prison). The Kyrgyz people used horses as the principal currency unit and gave small change in lambskins;[1] the lambskins may be suitable for numismatic study, but the horses are not. Many objects have been used for centuries, such as cowry shells, precious metals, cocoa beans, large stones, and gems.
I think I would consider myself a "Numismatists"
See http://www.doubledimes.com for a free online reference for US twenty-cent pieces
How many numismatists on this forum consider themselves "normal" people?
That is problematic.
All of them do.
You are welcome to your opinion, but you can't put a fence around what is and what was history. It is all encompassing and absolutely includes what the mint is selling in the 21st century. You don't have to like it. But you cannot put a line in the sand and say this is where IT stops.
That "Firth" nickel guy did.
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No. I am a collector. I don't think that makes me a numismatist.
I don't even consider myself a real dealer, as that is supposedly for profit. I went over some recent transactions which carried losses, speaking to my accountant yesterday who is also a collector. I am more of a student and hobbyist, numismatics is one of many.
For an informed answer to this question, I will borrow from the wisdom of forum member BustDMs, who states in his sigline:
Q: When does a collector become a numismatist?
A: The year they spend more on their library than their coin collection.
A numismatist is judged more on the content of their library than the content of their cabinet.
Not me.
I guess Mr Half Dime has admitted me to the fraternity.
A: The year they spend more on their library than their coin collection.
A numismatist is judged more on the content of their library than the content of their cabinet.
when you are so involved in numismatics or other hobby that you forget your wife's birthday.
You will suffer one way or another and you will remember next year.
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Not me. A collector and hobbyist is all I am.
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I just have a bunch of change saved.
Hoard the keys.
Guilty as charged.
@CaptHenway
Sir, you have forgotten more than most of us ever knew. You are a true numismatist.
In a funny sort of way, me too. I guess that makes me a NITwit.
Doggedly collecting coins of the Central American Republic.
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Maybe it is one who "Asks questions and questions answers" about the subject?
Honestly, I think the term has many connotations. It is better assigned to someone by others, that to oneself.
I am a numismatist!
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@RogerB
Sir, you are a true numismatist. You will be long remembered for your numismatic research, your writing/authorship, and your books. May you have many more years to do it all.
Hobbyist and collector always. I dabble in numismatics on occasion in a completely amateur fashion,
I do.
Perhaps I'll never be the caliber of "numismatist" of some of the people here but I've considered myself one since about 1957 which was some time before I was acquainted with the word.
Back then I collected only buffalo nickels and sought cent coins or my friends. None of my coins were fresh from the mint and they weren't very old but they were still worthy of study.
There's a great deal to learn from coins in circulation; but it's not the same lessons as old coins, foreign coins, or brand new coins.
Not me... nor would I ever be. I think you have to be at the level of RogerB to be considered one.
If you spend your time research, writing and authoring books then I think you can call yourself a Numismatist. There is a scholarly side to it that is required.
Even if you are an expert in a certain series or aspect of numismatics but have never published a guide or book, then youre just an expert.
I am a collector.
Having a girlfriend or wife is generally disqualifying.
@RogerB said: "Maybe it is one who "Asks questions and questions answers" about the subject? Honestly, I think the term has many connotations. It is better assigned to someone by others, than to oneself."
I'll be the second poster to confirm that you are a true numismatist in every sense of the word! Do you even own any coins?
I was unaware that this discussion is about wit or modesty. Roger tried modesty. Now you also?
THIS is the type of answer I like as it removes all doubt from folks who don't know who you are or what you've done:
@CaptHenway said: "Guilty as charged.
Amen, brother!
Do imaginary girlfriends count? [sayeth the unhappily married man]
You better hope no one here knows your wife!!!
Does a Numismatist think there is a difference between a proof 69 and a proof 70
2016 Lincoln cent ? I can’t tell the difference.
@Insider2
My wife may not have a heart of gold, but she does like the stuff for its own sake.
RE: "Do you even own any coins?"
Only a very few - mostly temporary custody for research purposes.
I'm Shocked to read this. Truly I am. Ah, ah... Please say it is not so. PM me and I'll teach you how easy it is.
In fact, IMO the 69/70 line is the least difficult to teach/learn in the entire grading system.
Anyone disagree? In fact, forget the PM, as this is a great new discussion! Thanks for the idea.
PS I will not mention any names.
A Numismatic purist wouldn't care one whit, while a more practical and pragmatic Numismatist would respond "Maybe".
How bout you, Stewart?
Perhaps a little bit.
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