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Are you a net provider or net recipient of numismatic information on this forum?

CoinstartledCoinstartled Posts: 10,135 ✭✭✭✭✭
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I know I learn a lot more coin stuff on the site than share.

Some great minds reside here.

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  • BuffaloIronTailBuffaloIronTail Posts: 7,547 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I'm always picking up new stuff here, but it's more important to me to try to share what I know (or think I know).

    Pete

    "I tell them there's no problems.....only solutions" - John Lennon
  • HemisphericalHemispherical Posts: 9,370 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Net recipient. A lot to learn and each time I learn something new I end up going off on some weird tangent that are even more eye opening.

  • Walkerguy21DWalkerguy21D Posts: 11,702 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited December 12, 2018 5:57AM

    Well, many provide opinions, some provide observations, some provide facts....I try to provide a little of each when possible, but there is no way any one person is providing more than the forum as a whole, so color me net recipient.

    Successful BST transactions with 171 members. Ebeneezer, Tonedeaf, Shane6596, Piano1, Ikenefic, RG, PCGSPhoto, stman, Don'tTelltheWife, Boosibri, Ron1968, snowequities, VTchaser, jrt103, SurfinxHI, 78saen, bp777, FHC, RYK, JTHawaii, Opportunity, Kliao, bigtime36, skanderbeg, split37, thebigeng, acloco, Toninginthblood, OKCC, braddick, Coinflip, robcool, fastfreddie, tightbudget, DBSTrader2, nickelsciolist, relaxn, Eagle eye, soldi, silverman68, ElKevvo, sawyerjosh, Schmitz7, talkingwalnut2, konsole, sharkman987, sniocsu, comma, jesbroken, David1234, biosolar, Sullykerry, Moldnut, erwindoc, MichaelDixon, GotTheBug
  • 1630Boston1630Boston Posts: 14,111 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I'm net neutral.....................oh wait , that's for the internet service :smile:

    I sure do learn a lot here, about coins, people, and life in general :smile:

    Successful transactions with : MICHAELDIXON, Manorcourtman, Bochiman, bolivarshagnasty, AUandAG, onlyroosies, chumley, Weiss, jdimmick, BAJJERFAN, gene1978, TJM965, Smittys, GRANDAM, JTHawaii, mainejoe, softparade, derryb, Ricko

    Bad transactions with : nobody to date

  • CCGGGCCGGG Posts: 1,267 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Well I read far more threads than I post so I guess that would put me in the Net recipient camp. I typically pickup "something" reading thru the posts of the day. My favorite threads are often GTG... A good test (not great) of grading skills. It's eye opening by the range of guesses and comments.

  • BillJonesBillJones Posts: 34,797 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Usually a provider, but I have learned a lot here too. B)

    Retired dealer and avid collector of U.S. type coins, 19th century presidential campaign medalets and selected medals. In recent years I have been working on a set of British coins - at least one coin from each king or queen who issued pieces that are collectible. I am also collecting at least one coin for each Roman emperor from Julius Caesar to ... ?
  • rickoricko Posts: 98,724 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I am a net recipient.... I am always looking for new information....been a lifelong habit. Whatever I become involved in, I seek knowledgeable sources so I can learn more. I do contribute when I can... The coin hobby is so diverse, with different coins, metals, mints, grading, errors, varieties, history etc., etc.,.... No one knows everything and never will. That is one of the aspects that make the hobby so interesting. Cheers, RickO

  • Cougar1978Cougar1978 Posts: 8,777 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited December 12, 2018 8:06AM

    Would say 2 way street.

    There are a lot of things learned / picked up info on here.

    As far as any net balance - clueless. Most likely in favor of info gained here.

    Investor
  • YQQYQQ Posts: 3,340 ✭✭✭✭✭

    More getting and learning than I can offer back.

    Today is the first day of the rest of my life
  • chesterbchesterb Posts: 962 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Recipient here. :)

  • nagsnags Posts: 821 ✭✭✭✭

    Recipient for sure.

    Reminds me of Christmas. I remember having the thought when I went from being a net recipient at Christmas to being a net giver. Being the giver is definitely better.

  • rmorganrmorgan Posts: 249 ✭✭✭✭
    edited December 12, 2018 9:44AM

    I came here three months ago to learn information and the culture. And that is working. I am too green to contribute new knowledge. The best I have to offer is the perspective of a newcomer trying to learn the rules, values, and culture of today's coin collecting - and the journey of trying to discover what he values for himself.

    My strategy is about collecting what I intend to keep, not investing in what I plan to sell.

  • seanqseanq Posts: 8,733 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Probably a net recipient, but not for lack of trying.

    Sean Reynolds

    Incomplete planchets wanted, especially Lincoln Cents & type coins.

    "Keep in mind that most of what passes as numismatic information is no more than tested opinion at best, and marketing blather at worst. However, I try to choose my words carefully, since I know that you guys are always watching." - Joe O'Connor
  • cameonut2011cameonut2011 Posts: 10,181 ✭✭✭✭✭

    consumer

  • cameonut2011cameonut2011 Posts: 10,181 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I've learned a lot about both numismatics and psychology from this forum. This forum is a gold mine for the latter. :D

  • oih82w8oih82w8 Posts: 12,597 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I am approx. 77/23 recipient/provider. Although I am not sure if I am providing worthy info though.

    oih82w8 = Oh I Hate To Wait _defectus patientia_aka...Dr. Defecto - Curator of RMO's

    BST transactions: dbldie55, jayPem, 78saen, UltraHighRelief, nibanny, liefgold, FallGuy, lkeigwin, mbogoman, Sandman70gt, keets, joeykoins, ianrussell (@GC), EagleEye, ThePennyLady, GRANDAM, Ilikecolor, Gluggo, okiedude, Voyageur, LJenkins11, fastfreddie, ms70, pursuitofliberty, ZoidMeister,Coin Finder, GotTheBug, edwardjulio, Coinnmore, Nickpatton, Namvet69,...
  • SeattleSlammerSeattleSlammer Posts: 10,049 ✭✭✭✭✭

    mostly here for the pics :smiley:

  • RegulatedRegulated Posts: 2,994 ✭✭✭✭✭

    My goal is to be net neutral.


    What is now proved was once only imagined. - William Blake
  • ParadisefoundParadisefound Posts: 8,588 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited December 12, 2018 11:02AM

    <3 Net receiver and learning a lot from new as well as old classic threads.

  • JBKJBK Posts: 16,415 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @Paradisefound said:
    ..... and on the provider part; only give aways contest ;)

    Don't be so humble - the giveaways are just the tip of the iceberg. ;)

  • WalkerfanWalkerfan Posts: 9,743 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I strive to be both.

    Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍

    My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947):

    https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/

  • JBKJBK Posts: 16,415 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I am no doubt a net recipient but by being willing to receive information I am providing others who have knowledge the opportunity to share it.

    Anyone can learn, and if someone sees themselves as solely a provider and never a recipient then they have become boring and might as well change their name to Google or Siri.

    A teacher needs a student, and a willing student makes the teacher a better person.

  • carabonnaircarabonnair Posts: 1,448 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Net recipient - but isn't that the point? With few exceptions, an individual can't match the knowledge of a group. But contribute what you can and we should all benefit.

    Gawain

    Pacific Northwest Numismatic Association
  • BryceMBryceM Posts: 11,857 ✭✭✭✭✭

    In general, I'm a net consumer of knowledge and the collective wisdom of the group, but I try to contribute where I can. Mostly this consists of eye-candy photos and what I know about a couple of series.

  • CoinscratchCoinscratch Posts: 9,845 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Hey uh, quick question...

  • ashelandasheland Posts: 23,748 ✭✭✭✭✭

    80-20 learning vs sharing.

    My YouTube Channel

  • AUandAGAUandAG Posts: 24,933 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Since collecting coins is such a diverse hobby, I suspect that most learn more than they teach. I'm always learning on this forum about coins and things I never dreamt. I hope I do add to your knowledge from time to time just as you add to mine.

    bob :)

    Registry: CC lowballs (boblindstrom), bobinvegas1989@yahoo.com
  • RogerBRogerB Posts: 8,852 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I learn a lot from posters and use as much as possible in books and articles. The stuff I post is just "stuff" and miscellaneous bits-'n'-pieces.

  • ms70ms70 Posts: 13,956 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited December 12, 2018 12:33PM

    I learn from everyone but the half dime guys have given me quite an education. I am thankful to all.

    I'm a little on the shy side about sharing because I know there's people with expertise far, far beyond me who will chime in and expand on the matter better than I can.

    Great transactions with oih82w8, JasonGaming, Moose1913.

  • marcmoishmarcmoish Posts: 6,662 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @Coinstartled said:
    I know I learn a lot more coin stuff on the site than share.

    Some great minds reside here.

    You a def giver - humor is important and you sprinkle it nicely - with your ratio I see at 54.7%, which is freagin amazing.

  • TwoSides2aCoinTwoSides2aCoin Posts: 44,605 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Got two eyes and two ears, to go with my two sides. Only one mouth. Unfortunately I can't help these ten fingers from thinking aloud. I like to think reading and hearing teaches me way more than my mouth and hands teach others.

    ``https://ebay.us/m/KxolR5

  • CoinstartledCoinstartled Posts: 10,135 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @carabonnair said:
    Net recipient - but isn't that the point? With few exceptions, an individual can't match the knowledge of a group. But contribute what you can and we should all benefit.

    Wabbit finally solving the CAC myth was profound.

  • ctf_error_coinsctf_error_coins Posts: 15,433 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @CaptHenway said:
    Hard to say. I learn a lot and give back when I can. Never kept score.

    This!

  • tommy44tommy44 Posts: 2,319 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Net recipient, so many professionals on this forum. I contribute what I can when I can but nothing compared to what I learn here.

    it's crackers to slip a rozzer the dropsy in snide

  • BuffaloIronTailBuffaloIronTail Posts: 7,547 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @RogerB said:
    I learn a lot from posters and use as much as possible in books and articles. The stuff I post is just "stuff" and miscellaneous bits-'n'-pieces.

    Yea Roger..............and we all "Bite" on a lot of those "Pieces".

    Pete

    "I tell them there's no problems.....only solutions" - John Lennon
  • PurpleEchoPurpleEcho Posts: 139 ✭✭✭

    100% recipient and very grateful

    AKA Pakasmom

  • 10000lakes10000lakes Posts: 811 ✭✭✭✭

    I’m definitely part of the infamous 47% club. I have taken more knowledge from here than I have given.

  • CoinstartledCoinstartled Posts: 10,135 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited December 12, 2018 3:56PM

    Edited in the name of Christmas being a couple weeks away.

    ;)B):#o:)

  • ilikemonstersilikemonsters Posts: 767 ✭✭✭✭

    I'm a net believer

  • ElmerFusterpuckElmerFusterpuck Posts: 4,796 ✭✭✭✭✭

    More recipient for sure. A sponge can be a recipient. So can a lamprey or tapeworm, hopefully don't fall in that class! :D

    10-4,
    Erik
    My registry sets

    My Instagram pictures
  • RogerBRogerB Posts: 8,852 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @BuffaloIronTail said:

    @RogerB said:
    I learn a lot from posters and use as much as possible in books and articles. The stuff I post is just "stuff" and miscellaneous bits-'n'-pieces.

    Yea Roger..............and we all "Bite" on a lot of those "Pieces".

    Pete

    Well, I can stop if that's what you want.
    ;)

  • BaleyBaley Posts: 22,663 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Mostly reading and learning. What little I have to provide, I probably received right here in years gone by..

    Liberty: Parent of Science & Industry

  • bugbitbugbit Posts: 155 ✭✭✭

    Appreciative recipient. I check in here every day. Thank you all so much for the education and entertainment!

  • SmudgeSmudge Posts: 9,822 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Recipient.

  • cecropiamothcecropiamoth Posts: 969 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Oh, recipient for sure. I can soak up the knowledge for hours at a time here. Beyond that, the contacts and friends I've made here mean an awful lot to me.

    Jeff

  • BarndogBarndog Posts: 20,515 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Are you a net provider or net recipient of numismatic information on this forum?

    I think so

    JR Newsletter Online Edition
  • coinhackcoinhack Posts: 1,173 ✭✭✭✭

    A humble recipient. I have learned a lot here and appreciate you all. Every time I think I have something profound to contribute, I read through the comments and see that someone has already offered the same information, so I just give them a Like or an Agree and move along.

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