My new showcase: Jefferson Rattlers

toyz4geo · January 23, 2015 3:13AM

Hi all

After picking up a group of MS Jeffersons in the first generation Rattler holders, I decided to try and build as complete a set of Rattler MS Jeffersons as possible. I will be building a set from 1938 through 1964, all dates and mintmarks. Mint State only, no proofs at this time. Thus far I have 23 different dates/mintmarks with only one duplicate. I recognize the difficulty of this goal but, hey, gotta have something that challenges you. I will add to the set as I am able to pick up different dates and/or mintmarks. 23 down, only 48 to go. I will update when I can.

I am building a showcase for these. Enjoy.

George

My Rattler Jeffersons

TopographicOceans · January 23, 2015 3:16AM

That will keep you busy for a while, but will be a nice accomplishment when you are finished.

lasvegasteddy · January 23, 2015 6:36AM

sounds challenging for sure
i wonder how many you'll rejoin from being submitted together...watch those cert #'s

BarberFanatic · January 23, 2015 9:32AM

This is an extremely cool set to try to build. I'll keep my eye out for you.

toyz4geo · January 23, 2015 10:16AM

<< <i>i wonder how many you'll rejoin from being submitted together...watch those cert #'s >>

I have been able to pick up 4 more since my original purchase of 20. So far, 2 have been rejoined. My 48-S was 1 number off from one of my original purchases, the 56-D is 2 numbers off. This is going to be a fun treasure hunt.

Broadstruck · January 23, 2015 10:34AM

Pretty cool as off the top of my head I either never paid any attention or can't remember seeing a Jefferson in a Rattler

Shamika · January 23, 2015 10:35AM

Really nice.

steveben · January 23, 2015 11:11AM

cool set. keep going! good luck.

etexmike · January 23, 2015 12:13PM

Best of luck to ya'.

I'm working on a couple of sets in the Rattler holders also. It can be a challenge.

Mike

crypto79 · January 23, 2015 12:15PM

There just can't be too many of those out there

lasvegasteddy · January 23, 2015 12:16PM

<< <i>

<< <i>i wonder how many you'll rejoin from being submitted together...watch those cert #'s >>

I have been able to pick up 4 more since my original purchase of 20. So far, 2 have been rejoined. My 48-S was 1 number off from one of my original purchases, the 56-D is 2 numbers off. This is going to be a fun treasure hunt. >>

sweet lil tidbit

rhedden · January 23, 2015 12:25PM

Interesting project for sure! Jeffersons were disrespected so badly in the late 80's that I'm surprised anyone ever submitted one, outside of a 1939-D in MS69.

Timbuk3 · January 23, 2015 12:35PM

Congratulations, go for it !!!

BigDowgie · January 24, 2015 10:58PM

I love those Jeffersons! Great challenge! I'll keep an eye open for you!

OldEastside · January 25, 2015 12:35AM

Congrats and best of luck on an old school endeavor

Steve

Walkerfan · January 25, 2015 1:13AM

I really like your set. There must be very few Jeffersons in rattlers. You are off to a very good start. What a cool project!! Good Luck!!

ricko · January 25, 2015 2:11AM

Neat project... certainly different... best of luck.. Cheers, RickO

leothelyon · January 25, 2015 4:06PM

I think, you will eventually come to the conclusion that this is going to be a long endeavor to accomplish. And possibly, impossible to finish. But, you have a good start, but if they aren't surfacing 3-4 per year............

I took on the difficult task of locating early die state examples for every date with full step Jefferson nickels...........23+ years searching but on the decline.

Best of luck in your endeavor.

Leo

My new showcase: Jefferson Rattlers

Comments

The more qualities observed in a coin, the more desirable that coin becomes!

My Jefferson Nickel Collection

Leave a Comment