Not worth the cost (in dollars) to go across county for a show, lots of money would be spent on travel, lodging, and food that will instead be spent on a new coin for my collection instead. And even if I had the money to blow being trapped inside a travel tube full of possible contagions for hours is not high on my list of to do's.
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I had no plans to attend this show, even before the virus scare started.
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The odds seem to be mounting against all shows in the near future. Harvard and MIT just sent all of their undergraduates home for the year. The state basically issued guidance that it is not about the immediate risk, but instead about proactively eliminating areas of high population density to reduce the possibility of exposing large numbers. The governor said that of 94 cases of coronavirus in Massachusetts, 70 were traced back to a single biotech conference held at the Marriott Long Wharf in Boston. I suspect many other states will proactively cancel large gatherings.
@savitale said:
The odds seem to be mounting against all shows in the near future. Harvard and MIT just sent all of their undergraduates home for the year. The state basically issued guidance that it is not about the immediate risk, but instead about proactively eliminating areas of high population density to reduce the possibility of exposing large numbers. The governor said that of 94 cases of coronavirus in Massachusetts, 70 were traced back to a single biotech conference held at the Marriott Long Wharf in Boston. I suspect many other states will proactively cancel large gatherings.
W. David Perkins Numismatics, Gerry Fortin Rare Coins, and Jim Matthews Rare Coins will be there. Table 818 (4 tables).
I will have almost 50 new Seated Dollars, mostly PCGS XF-AU at the show, along with a large selection of Early Dollars and Type coins. I don't have photos for the Seated Dollars, highlighted by two 1862 Dollars, one in PCGS XF40 (CAC). Most but not all the Seated Dollars are posted to my website (with descriptions, but without photos).
Here is one of the newer early dollars in my inventory, an 1800 AMERCIAI Dollar in PCGS XF45 (CAC).
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Hope to see some of you there!
Just spoke to a Whitman representative. The show is still on and "we'll let you know if anything changes". So, I've paid for a table, and a hotel room. If the show goes on I feel I have to go, but what if the public stays away, which seems likely from the above posts?
Maybe it will turn into a snowfest like it was many years ago when everyone was snowed in at the show? Could you imagine if we all get quarenteened? I'm taking my chances and hope everyone does like they did at the TSNS show last weekend. Doordash is your friend after the show!
@lowcountrycoinut said:
Just spoke to a Whitman representative. The show is still on and "we'll let you know if anything changes". So, I've paid for a table, and a hotel room. If the show goes on I feel I have to go, but what if the public stays away, which seems likely from the above posts?
Largely a precautionary measure, but Johns Hopkins University (along with Towson U, and the University of Maryland) has stopped in-person classes for more than a month.
Even if dealer turnout is half of what it normally is, I'd still like to go! Have a PCGS order to submit anyway.
Why do they have to lie? Maybe they want their show to be a success? They say 647 "positive or presumptive". Actually, the USA has more than double that figure accounting for positive cases only.
Really, the lying must stop. This is an international emergency.
Why do they have to lie? Maybe they want their show to be a success? They say 647 "positive or presumptive". Actually, the USA has more than double that figure accounting for positive cases only.
Really, the lying must stop. This is an international emergency.
In the US not a lot of people have been tested. So yes
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Why do they have to lie? Maybe they want their show to be a success? They say 647 "positive or presumptive". Actually, the USA has more than double that figure accounting for positive cases only.
Really, the lying must stop. This is an international emergency.
In the US not a lot of people have been tested. So yes
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There current numbers are Total cases: 938 -- and they dont count the us citizens abroad, or on cruise ships in that number.
Im appalled by all of the misinformation, everywhere.
I was supposed to go to a big medical conference in Orlando in 2 weeks with somewhere between 27,000 and 40,000 total people. They cancelled it yesterday. Multiply this by X number of other cancelled things and it's a HUGE hit to the travel, hotel, and food service industries. A large number of physicians who were scheduled to attend are employed by hospital systems that have started to ban travel for conferences. I was part of this group even before the meeting was officially cancelled.
I'm not all that afraid of the virus itself, but I don't really want to carry it back here and spread it around people who are susceptible. Containment efforts do seem to be working (new cases in Italy are dropping - finally) and conferences / meetings have been shown to be a bit risky. This might be especially dangerous for the cohort of people that make up the coin scene.
I wouldn't be surprised to see a national restriction on large events soon.
I'd still like to remind people that outside of limited areas (like parts of Italy), regular Influenza and other common diseases are still a much bigger problem than COVID-19. Keep your head on straight.
@BryceM said:
I was supposed to go to a big medical conference in Orlando in 2 weeks with somewhere between 27,000 and 40,000 total people. They cancelled it yesterday. Multiply this by X number of other cancelled things and it's a HUGE hit to the travel, hotel, and food service industries. A large number of physicians who were scheduled to attend are employed by hospital systems that have started to ban travel for conferences. I was part of this group even before the meeting was officially cancelled.
I'm not all that afraid of the virus itself, but I don't really want to carry it back here and spread it around people who are susceptible. Containment efforts do seem to be working (new cases in Italy are dropping - finally) and conferences / meetings have been shown to be a bit risky. This might be especially dangerous for the cohort of people that make up the coin scene.
I wouldn't be surprised to see a national restriction on large events soon.
When I look around Whitman in shows past, the majority of the people are overweight and old men. This demographic is basically the target demographic of serious cases of coronavirus. It could be devastating.
To assess this , you have to look at the upside and downside. On the downside , what would the posts read like if by chance dozens of dealers and collectors were infected at this show and several died? The upside is nothing happens . At what point do you say that’s too steep a risk ? Watching congressional testimony today , it appears professional and collegiate sports and umpteen states and cities have decided it’s not worth the gamble .
Considering this flourishes in older people and in the cold , a Baltimore coin show in March sounds ripe for this virus.
@BryceM said:
I was supposed to go to a big medical conference in Orlando in 2 weeks with somewhere between 27,000 and 40,000 total people. They cancelled it yesterday. Multiply this by X number of other cancelled things and it's a HUGE hit to the travel, hotel, and food service industries. A large number of physicians who were scheduled to attend are employed by hospital systems that have started to ban travel for conferences. I was part of this group even before the meeting was officially cancelled.
I'm not all that afraid of the virus itself, but I don't really want to carry it back here and spread it around people who are susceptible. Containment efforts do seem to be working (new cases in Italy are dropping - finally) and conferences / meetings have been shown to be a bit risky. This might be especially dangerous for the cohort of people that make up the coin scene.
I wouldn't be surprised to see a national restriction on large events soon.
I'd still like to remind people that outside of limited areas (like parts of Italy), regular Influenza and other common diseases are still a much bigger problem than COVID-19. Keep your head on straight.
I was in Milan on 2/14 to 2/19. The Italians then much like the Us now downplayed the virus. They said everyone was over reacting. IMHO the Italians in recent days have done the right thing to stem the tide in their country. There are not enough tests in the US. That’s an issue that’s hard to wrap ones head around. We have known about this for a couple of months now
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Tens of thousands of people died from H1N1 in the US in 2009 and I don’t remember the panic like this. This is being blown way out of proportion. Yes if you have pre-existing conditions, you could have it worse. But it’s the same for other ailments like the flu, etc. Don’t live in fear!
@Pnies20 said:
Tens of thousands of people died from H1N1 in the US in 2009 and I don’t remember the panic like this. This is being blown way out of proportion. Yes if you have pre-existing conditions, you could have it worse. But it’s the same for other ailments like the flu, etc. Don’t live in fear!
Covid19 is 30+ times worse than the flu by death rate - and thats average death rate. The death rate for people on this forum who get it would be much, much worse.
@Pnies20 said:
Tens of thousands of people died from H1N1 in the US in 2009 and I don’t remember the panic like this. This is being blown way out of proportion. Yes if you have pre-existing conditions, you could have it worse. But it’s the same for other ailments like the flu, etc. Don’t live in fear!
Covid19 is 30+ times worse than the flu by death rate - and thats average death rate. The death rate for people on this forum who get it would be much, much worse.
@WDP said:
W. David Perkins Numismatics, Gerry Fortin Rare Coins, and Jim Matthews Rare Coins will be there. Table 818 (4 tables).
I will have almost 50 new Seated Dollars, mostly PCGS XF-AU at the show, along with a large selection of Early Dollars and Type coins. I don't have photos for the Seated Dollars, highlighted by two 1862 Dollars, one in PCGS XF40 (CAC). Most but not all the Seated Dollars are posted to my website (with descriptions, but without photos).
Here is one of the newer early dollars in my inventory, an 1800 AMERCIAI Dollar in PCGS XF45 (CAC).
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Hope to see some of you there
Thanks for posting. You’re inventory looks awesome! I’ll be sure to stop by.
@TradesWithChops said:
Either listen to experts [CDC professionals] or don't. The choice is up to you.
Between 150k and 600k people died world wide from swine flu. Citing logical fallacy definitions doesn’t make the corona virus any more than what it is.. mass hysteria.
Swine flu started out case by case. It wasn’t like 150 to 600k died at once. It spread over time. This isn’t the flu. This is uncharted waters I’m afraid. We are all in this together like it or not
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@TradesWithChops said:
Either listen to experts [CDC professionals] or don't. The choice is up to you.
Between 150k and 600k people died world wide from swine flu. Citing logical fallacy definitions doesn’t make the corona virus any more than what it is.. mass hysteria.
The flu is also a less severe disease. Coronavirus is using up all of the hospitals resources. It's dangerous.
But, there's always dumbasses that deny everything.
If that wasn't clear enough. Yes. Im calling you a dumbass. People like you are endangering others.
@Dwight_M said:
To assess this , you have to look at the upside and downside. On the downside , what would the posts read like if by chance dozens of dealers and collectors were infected at this show and several died? The upside is nothing happens . At what point do you say that’s too steep a risk ? Watching congressional testimony today , it appears professional and collegiate sports and umpteen states and cities have decided it’s not worth the gamble .
Considering this flourishes in older people and in the cold , a Baltimore coin show in March sounds ripe for this virus.
Dayum! It took a pandemic to bring Dwight Manley out of the bushes.
Congrats on your last score sir
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@savitale said:
The odds seem to be mounting against all shows in the near future. Harvard and MIT just sent all of their undergraduates home for the year. The state basically issued guidance that it is not about the immediate risk, but instead about proactively eliminating areas of high population density to reduce the possibility of exposing large numbers. The governor said that of 94 cases of coronavirus in Massachusetts, 70 were traced back to a single biotech conference held at the Marriott Long Wharf in Boston. I suspect many other states will proactively cancel large gatherings.
It’s a scam to manipulate the market
...well that’s what the internet said!
The schools are closing in the Boston area but the Spring Flower Show at the Boston World trade center is continuing to attract large crowds. The geezers shuffling out of that venue look a lot like your coin show attendees. Commerce trumps common sense or ignorance is bliss...you choose.
@TradesWithChops said:
Either listen to experts [CDC professionals] or don't. The choice is up to you.
Between 150k and 600k people died world wide from swine flu. Citing logical fallacy definitions doesn’t make the corona virus any more than what it is.. mass hysteria.
The flu is also a less severe disease. Coronavirus is using up all of the hospitals resources. It's dangerous.
But, there's always dumbasses that deny everything.
If that wasn't clear enough. Yes. Im calling you a dumbass. People like you are endangering others.
Ill paraphrase: “you’re right, so I’ll commence the personal attacks.”
Also you called me fake news but literally nothing you’ve said is true. Corona is characterized by a low grade fever and mild respiratory issues in almost all cases.
I won’t say anything more because my intent isn’t to make you upset. Stay safe.
@amwldcoin said:
I'm beginning to think this show might be cancelled. I'll go with the flow. All travel banned to Europe says it all.
It’s the opposite. No travel from Europe to the US. Inexplicably travel from the UK to the US is ok. Covid-19 is ramping up in the UK
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@DelawareDoons said:
Utah Jazz player diagnosed with it.
NBA suspended the season.
Most travel from Europe banned for 30 days.
Pretty sure we hear the show is off tomorrow.
Yes that NBA was a non believer of the implications of Covid-19. So after a news conference he made a point to touch the microphones, recorders everything he could touch. A couple of days later he is diagnosed with Covid-19 and the season is suspended.
Folks don’t be stupid. This is real. The only thing we don’t know is just how bad it’s going to play out.
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I'm beginning to think this show might be cancelled.
I think it would be totally irresponsible of Whitman if they didn’t cancel. Daryl what ever you decide to do be careful
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@1peter1223 said:
NBA season suspended . Travel from Europe to U.S suspended .
WOW . This is really serious .
Maybe. Only the lens of history will really tell us. It’s probably right to be prudent, but there are signs this isn’t going to grow at a sustained exponential rate.
Certainly any issue is now viewed from an economic and political viewpoint and this will be no different. In the end. I’m guessing our response to the virus will do more actual damage than the infection, but it’s really hard to know. If we’re very lucky, warm weather will cause it to fizzle out.
One thing is for sure. We love to be fearful and the news excels..... absolutely excels at fear-mongering. Even so, we eventually adapt and deal with it and fear turns to understanding. Something else will eventually draw our attention and life will go on (for most).
@1peter1223 said:
NBA season suspended . Travel from Europe to U.S suspended .
WOW . This is really serious .
Maybe. Only the lens of history will really tell us. It’s probably right to be prudent, but there are signs this isn’t going to grow at a sustained exponential rate.
Certainly any issue is now viewed from an economic and political viewpoint and this will be no different. In the end. I’m guessing our response to the virus will do more actual damage than the infection, but it’s really hard to know. If we’re very lucky, warm weather will cause it to fizzle out.
One thing is for sure. We love to be fearful and the news excels..... absolutely excels at fear-mongering. Even so, we eventually adapt and deal with it and fear turns to understanding. Something else will eventually draw our attention and life will go on (for most).
On the flip side limiting exposure may slow this down. Then the precautions may be justified. We know you can’t stop it in it’s tracks. Slowing it down may be the only recourse
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Since I babysit my 3-year old grandson, and my pregnant daughter-in-law drops him off, I'm more worried about bringing back the virus and passing it on to them, or my hubby. Also, I don't want to get stuck in some quarantine if someone on one of my flights or at the show gets sick. Further, the governor of Maryland declared a state of emergency and advised all state employees not to travel out of state and avoid attending any large gatherings. Too much downside to traveling right now.
For all these reasons, I made the tough decision a few days ago to cancel my trip to Baltimore.
@ThePennyLady said:
Since I babysit my 3-year old grandson, and my pregnant daughter-in-law drops him off, I'm more worried about bringing back the virus and passing it on to them, or my hubby. Also, I don't want to get stuck in some quarantine if someone on one of my flights or at the show gets sick. Further, the governor of Maryland declared a state of emergency and advised all state employees not to travel out of state and avoid attending any large gatherings. Too much downside to traveling right now.
For all these reasons, I made the decision to cancel my trip to Baltimore a few days ago.
I think that is the smart move. I have seen that while children can get infected, they don't get very sick, so take some comfort in that!
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A yearly National Beatle Fest in New Jersey scheduled for late March has now been canceled. It's located across the Hudson from NYC. I've been to it once. It is heavily attended. Just one more event cancelled.
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@ThePennyLady said:
Since I babysit my 3-year old grandson, and my pregnant daughter-in-law drops him off, I'm more worried about bringing back the virus and passing it on to them, or my hubby. Also, I don't want to get stuck in some quarantine if someone on one of my flights or at the show gets sick. Further, the governor of Maryland declared a state of emergency and advised all state employees not to travel out of state and avoid attending any large gatherings. Too much downside to traveling right now.
For all these reasons, I made the tough decision a few days ago to cancel my trip to Baltimore.
A very wise and considerate move on your part.
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@ThePennyLady said:
Since I babysit my 3-year old grandson, and my pregnant daughter-in-law drops him off, I'm more worried about bringing back the virus and passing it on to them, or my hubby. Also, I don't want to get stuck in some quarantine if someone on one of my flights or at the show gets sick. Further, the governor of Maryland declared a state of emergency and advised all state employees not to travel out of state and avoid attending any large gatherings. Too much downside to traveling right now.
For all these reasons, I made the decision to cancel my trip to Baltimore a few days ago.
I think that is the smart move. I have seen that while children can get infected, they don't get very sick, so take some comfort in that!
That's one of the consolations, that young children don't by and large seem to be killed or seriously hurt by this virus. Despite that, often schools cancel their classes - probably because viruses and other things spread around school very quickly to other kids, and then the kids all bring that virus home to their parents (and maybe grandparents and other older relatives) who ARE more susceptible to harm.
I was reading a Harvard School of Medicine web page on whether this virus is like others and abates in warmer weather. They point out that sometimes the spread of these viruses slows down in the summer partly because kids are out of school and can't transmit it to each other so quickly.
I'm thinking the biggest problem with the spread of this virus might be because of children. I'm not being accusatory or anything, but they could become the silent carriers.
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Not worth the cost (in dollars) to go across county for a show, lots of money would be spent on travel, lodging, and food that will instead be spent on a new coin for my collection instead. And even if I had the money to blow being trapped inside a travel tube full of possible contagions for hours is not high on my list of to do's.
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I had no plans to attend this show, even before the virus scare started.
The odds seem to be mounting against all shows in the near future. Harvard and MIT just sent all of their undergraduates home for the year. The state basically issued guidance that it is not about the immediate risk, but instead about proactively eliminating areas of high population density to reduce the possibility of exposing large numbers. The governor said that of 94 cases of coronavirus in Massachusetts, 70 were traced back to a single biotech conference held at the Marriott Long Wharf in Boston. I suspect many other states will proactively cancel large gatherings.
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It’s a scam to manipulate the market
...well that’s what the internet said!
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W. David Perkins Numismatics, Gerry Fortin Rare Coins, and Jim Matthews Rare Coins will be there. Table 818 (4 tables).
I will have almost 50 new Seated Dollars, mostly PCGS XF-AU at the show, along with a large selection of Early Dollars and Type coins. I don't have photos for the Seated Dollars, highlighted by two 1862 Dollars, one in PCGS XF40 (CAC). Most but not all the Seated Dollars are posted to my website (with descriptions, but without photos).
Here is one of the newer early dollars in my inventory, an 1800 AMERCIAI Dollar in PCGS XF45 (CAC).
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Hope to see some of you there!
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Just spoke to a Whitman representative. The show is still on and "we'll let you know if anything changes". So, I've paid for a table, and a hotel room. If the show goes on I feel I have to go, but what if the public stays away, which seems likely from the above posts?
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A side note -- the NCAA just banned all public attendance at its national tournaments including basketball - March Madness.
Maybe it will turn into a snowfest like it was many years ago when everyone was snowed in at the show? Could you imagine if we all get quarenteened? I'm taking my chances and hope everyone does like they did at the TSNS show last weekend. Doordash is your friend after the show!
I’d bet a post mint damaged Morgan dollar this show ain’t happening.
Largely a precautionary measure, but Johns Hopkins University (along with Towson U, and the University of Maryland) has stopped in-person classes for more than a month.
Even if dealer turnout is half of what it normally is, I'd still like to go! Have a PCGS order to submit anyway.
Dad and I will not be going. Real bummer, but not worth the 10 hr round trip for a disappointing show or worse.
http://expo.whitman.com/novel-coronavirus-covid-19/?fbclid=IwAR37CMFASYQlnUhNwy6Mu03pLsybR2LMxJjHfLLvanXY5-o7c0JEzg-QQNs
Why do they have to lie? Maybe they want their show to be a success? They say 647 "positive or presumptive". Actually, the USA has more than double that figure accounting for positive cases only.
Really, the lying must stop. This is an international emergency.
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ill take that bet.
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In the US not a lot of people have been tested. So yes
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There current numbers are Total cases: 938 -- and they dont count the us citizens abroad, or on cruise ships in that number.
Im appalled by all of the misinformation, everywhere.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-in-us.html
9 reported cases in MD
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I was supposed to go to a big medical conference in Orlando in 2 weeks with somewhere between 27,000 and 40,000 total people. They cancelled it yesterday. Multiply this by X number of other cancelled things and it's a HUGE hit to the travel, hotel, and food service industries. A large number of physicians who were scheduled to attend are employed by hospital systems that have started to ban travel for conferences. I was part of this group even before the meeting was officially cancelled.
I'm not all that afraid of the virus itself, but I don't really want to carry it back here and spread it around people who are susceptible. Containment efforts do seem to be working (new cases in Italy are dropping - finally) and conferences / meetings have been shown to be a bit risky. This might be especially dangerous for the cohort of people that make up the coin scene.
I wouldn't be surprised to see a national restriction on large events soon.
I'd still like to remind people that outside of limited areas (like parts of Italy), regular Influenza and other common diseases are still a much bigger problem than COVID-19. Keep your head on straight.
Presidential address at 9:00 will likely tell us if there's a show or not.
When I look around Whitman in shows past, the majority of the people are overweight and old men. This demographic is basically the target demographic of serious cases of coronavirus. It could be devastating.
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https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/coronavirus-age-sex-demographics/
notice the last chart. I bet those per-existing conditions are largely held by the coin collecting public.
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To assess this , you have to look at the upside and downside. On the downside , what would the posts read like if by chance dozens of dealers and collectors were infected at this show and several died? The upside is nothing happens . At what point do you say that’s too steep a risk ? Watching congressional testimony today , it appears professional and collegiate sports and umpteen states and cities have decided it’s not worth the gamble .
Considering this flourishes in older people and in the cold , a Baltimore coin show in March sounds ripe for this virus.
I was in Milan on 2/14 to 2/19. The Italians then much like the Us now downplayed the virus. They said everyone was over reacting. IMHO the Italians in recent days have done the right thing to stem the tide in their country. There are not enough tests in the US. That’s an issue that’s hard to wrap ones head around. We have known about this for a couple of months now
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Hypertension 6.0%-8.4%
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the risk is not worth it. this show should be cancelled.
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Tens of thousands of people died from H1N1 in the US in 2009 and I don’t remember the panic like this. This is being blown way out of proportion. Yes if you have pre-existing conditions, you could have it worse. But it’s the same for other ailments like the flu, etc. Don’t live in fear!
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Covid19 is 30+ times worse than the flu by death rate - and thats average death rate. The death rate for people on this forum who get it would be much, much worse.
The flu kills 0.1% of people who get it.
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Either listen to experts [CDC professionals] or don't. The choice is up to you.
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... you cited Wikipedia.........
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Thanks for posting. You’re inventory looks awesome! I’ll be sure to stop by.
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Between 150k and 600k people died world wide from swine flu. Citing logical fallacy definitions doesn’t make the corona virus any more than what it is.. mass hysteria.
BHNC #248 … 130 and counting.
Swine flu started out case by case. It wasn’t like 150 to 600k died at once. It spread over time. This isn’t the flu. This is uncharted waters I’m afraid. We are all in this together like it or not
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Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
The flu is also a less severe disease. Coronavirus is using up all of the hospitals resources. It's dangerous.
But, there's always dumbasses that deny everything.
If that wasn't clear enough. Yes. Im calling you a dumbass. People like you are endangering others.
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Dayum! It took a pandemic to bring Dwight Manley out of the bushes.
Congrats on your last score sir
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The schools are closing in the Boston area but the Spring Flower Show at the Boston World trade center is continuing to attract large crowds. The geezers shuffling out of that venue look a lot like your coin show attendees. Commerce trumps common sense or ignorance is bliss...you choose.
Ill paraphrase: “you’re right, so I’ll commence the personal attacks.”
Also you called me fake news but literally nothing you’ve said is true. Corona is characterized by a low grade fever and mild respiratory issues in almost all cases.
I won’t say anything more because my intent isn’t to make you upset. Stay safe.
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I'm beginning to think this show might be cancelled. I'll go with the flow. All travel banned to Europe says it all.
Utah Jazz player diagnosed with it.
NBA suspended the season.
Most travel from Europe banned for 30 days.
Pretty sure we hear the show is off tomorrow.
"It's like God, Family, Country, except Sticker, Plastic, Coin."
It’s the opposite. No travel from Europe to the US. Inexplicably travel from the UK to the US is ok. Covid-19 is ramping up in the UK
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Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
Yes that NBA was a non believer of the implications of Covid-19. So after a news conference he made a point to touch the microphones, recorders everything he could touch. A couple of days later he is diagnosed with Covid-19 and the season is suspended.
Folks don’t be stupid. This is real. The only thing we don’t know is just how bad it’s going to play out.
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Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
. > @amwldcoin said:
I think it would be totally irresponsible of Whitman if they didn’t cancel. Daryl what ever you decide to do be careful
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Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
I'm going as long as PCGS will be there as I mainly go for sightseeing and submissions anyway.
Well, just Love coins, period.
Maybe. Only the lens of history will really tell us. It’s probably right to be prudent, but there are signs this isn’t going to grow at a sustained exponential rate.
Certainly any issue is now viewed from an economic and political viewpoint and this will be no different. In the end. I’m guessing our response to the virus will do more actual damage than the infection, but it’s really hard to know. If we’re very lucky, warm weather will cause it to fizzle out.
One thing is for sure. We love to be fearful and the news excels..... absolutely excels at fear-mongering. Even so, we eventually adapt and deal with it and fear turns to understanding. Something else will eventually draw our attention and life will go on (for most).
On the flip side limiting exposure may slow this down. Then the precautions may be justified. We know you can’t stop it in it’s tracks. Slowing it down may be the only recourse
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Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
I don't plan to change my plans to attend Wilmington NC or Dalton shows next month.
It would be a letdown if they were cancelled.
Got enough coins and cards to list on ebay to keep me busy for months.
Plenty of coins and cards to grade as well...
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Since I babysit my 3-year old grandson, and my pregnant daughter-in-law drops him off, I'm more worried about bringing back the virus and passing it on to them, or my hubby. Also, I don't want to get stuck in some quarantine if someone on one of my flights or at the show gets sick. Further, the governor of Maryland declared a state of emergency and advised all state employees not to travel out of state and avoid attending any large gatherings. Too much downside to traveling right now.
For all these reasons, I made the tough decision a few days ago to cancel my trip to Baltimore.
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I think that is the smart move. I have seen that while children can get infected, they don't get very sick, so take some comfort in that!
"It's like God, Family, Country, except Sticker, Plastic, Coin."
A yearly National Beatle Fest in New Jersey scheduled for late March has now been canceled. It's located across the Hudson from NYC. I've been to it once. It is heavily attended. Just one more event cancelled.
A very wise and considerate move on your part.
That's one of the consolations, that young children don't by and large seem to be killed or seriously hurt by this virus. Despite that, often schools cancel their classes - probably because viruses and other things spread around school very quickly to other kids, and then the kids all bring that virus home to their parents (and maybe grandparents and other older relatives) who ARE more susceptible to harm.
I was reading a Harvard School of Medicine web page on whether this virus is like others and abates in warmer weather. They point out that sometimes the spread of these viruses slows down in the summer partly because kids are out of school and can't transmit it to each other so quickly.
Well, My Mom lives with me so that really has me thinking!
I'm starting to hope they cancel the show. Woo Hoo, for a rare time my Hotel reservation can be cancelled up to the day before!
I'm thinking the biggest problem with the spread of this virus might be because of children. I'm not being accusatory or anything, but they could become the silent carriers.