@MFeld said:
On a more serious note...I believe that for each forum member who greatly appreciates Rick’s immense knowledge and posts, there are many others who have no idea what they’re missing.
We're all just "chatroom chimps" to his vast numismatic knowledge and experience. I believe that was his exact term for all of us.
Maybe I'm in the minority, but anyone who treats everyone no better than the gum stuck to the bottom of their shoe can stay gone. His ratio of insults to shared knowledge around here was greater than one a the time of his departure.
Let's not forget the literal F-you he gave to the forum while asking to be banned.
@ChrisH821 said:
We're all just "chatroom chimps" to his vast numismatic knowledge and experience. I believe that was his exact term for all of us.
Maybe I'm in the minority, but anyone who treats everyone no better than the gum stuck to the bottom of their shoe can stay gone. His ratio of insults to shared knowledge around here was greater than one a the time of his departure.
Let's not forget the literal F-you he gave to the forum while asking to be banned.
I believe that "chatroom chimps" quote was from Ms. Sperber, not the Colonel.
Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.
@ChrisH821 said:
We're all just "chatroom chimps" to his vast numismatic knowledge and experience. I believe that was his exact term for all of us.
Maybe I'm in the minority, but anyone who treats everyone no better than the gum stuck to the bottom of their shoe can stay gone. His ratio of insults to shared knowledge around here was greater than one a the time of his departure.
Let's not forget the literal F-you he gave to the forum while asking to be banned.
I believe that "chatroom chimps" quote was from Ms. Sperber, not the Colonel.
No it wasn't, unless she also referred to us all that way which wouldn't surprise me in the least. I remember the thread specifically as it really rubbed me the wrong way; it's the "meltdown" thread that @jmlanzaf is referring.
@ChrisH821 said:
We're all just "chatroom chimps" to his vast numismatic knowledge and experience. I believe that was his exact term for all of us.
Maybe I'm in the minority, but anyone who treats everyone no better than the gum stuck to the bottom of their shoe can stay gone. His ratio of insults to shared knowledge around here was greater than one a the time of his departure.
Let's not forget the literal F-you he gave to the forum while asking to be banned.
Here's a coin
I can't tell if this is a declaration of war or a Peace offering...
The Colonel said @Laurie introduced the phrase chat room chimps
FWIW I miss him.
As wise and as smart as he is just wish he wasn't so quick to take the bait from those who are content to just grind away and yammer.
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso
All this talk about our dear friend Rick made me whip up this chart for those board members not familiar with him. Rick, if you are reading this, it is posted with great respect-
@ChrisH821 said:
We're all just "chatroom chimps" to his vast numismatic knowledge and experience. I believe that was his exact term for all of us.
Maybe I'm in the minority, but anyone who treats everyone no better than the gum stuck to the bottom of their shoe can stay gone. His ratio of insults to shared knowledge around here was greater than one a the time of his departure.
Let's not forget the literal F-you he gave to the forum while asking to be banned.
I believe that "chatroom chimps" quote was from Ms. Sperber, not the Colonel.
No it wasn't, unless she also referred to us all that way which wouldn't surprise me in the least. I remember the thread specifically as it really rubbed me the wrong way; it's the "meltdown" thread that @jmlanzaf is referring.
Yes, I (among others) was called a chimp by the legendary Jessup. The Chimp Antidefamation League has been upset about it ever since.
[Note: I do think Laura coined the term originally.]
All comments reflect the opinion of the author, evn when irrefutably accurate.
@ChrisH821 said:
We're all just "chatroom chimps" to his vast numismatic knowledge and experience. I believe that was his exact term for all of us.
Maybe I'm in the minority, but anyone who treats everyone no better than the gum stuck to the bottom of their shoe can stay gone. His ratio of insults to shared knowledge around here was greater than one a the time of his departure.
Let's not forget the literal F-you he gave to the forum while asking to be banned.
I'm still slightly amazed after he started TWO expletive-laced threads demanding to be banned that he wasn't banned.
All comments reflect the opinion of the author, evn when irrefutably accurate.
@ChrisH821 said:
We're all just "chatroom chimps" to his vast numismatic knowledge and experience. I believe that was his exact term for all of us.
Maybe I'm in the minority, but anyone who treats everyone no better than the gum stuck to the bottom of their shoe can stay gone. His ratio of insults to shared knowledge around here was greater than one a the time of his departure.
Let's not forget the literal F-you he gave to the forum while asking to be banned.
I'm still slightly amazed after he started TWO expletive-laced threads demanding to be banned that he wasn't banned.
@TomB said:
All this talk about our dear friend Rick made me whip up this chart for those board members not familiar with him. Rick, if you are reading this, it is posted with great respect-
May I suggest a modification of your x-axis? Changing it to 'Ability to Understand "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas"' would be more on target. And I believe CJ would approve (at one time, he did).
Member: EAC, NBS, C4, CWTS, ANA
RMR: 'Wer, wenn ich schriee, hörte mich denn aus der Engel Ordnungen?'
Once he gets in you , he stays. I sent my regards via Mr E, yesterday, by tele. Thank you. And yes he is in my Contacts....but I don’t wanna bother him with such. I can’t pronounce half the places he’s been to , and through. I just know who to call with honest questions about anything numismatic.
He's one I actually do miss around here, even if went into the ether at times. Far better than the recently banned ones, and the some of the ones from further back this year (like Glicker). I thought I met him at a show once, but now I'm really not sure. Does he have long hair and wear glasses?
@ElmerFusterpuck said:
He's one I actually do miss around here, even if went into the ether at times. Far better than the recently banned ones, and the some of the ones from further back this year (like Glicker). I thought I met him at a show once, but now I'm really not sure. Does he have long hair and wear glasses?
That sounds like one of my besties Bill Shamhart. Another national treasure
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Did he know coins?
Don't or won't? 🤔
Fixed it for you. And yes
11.5$ Southern Dollars, The little “Big Easy” set
I can’t even pronounce that let alone define it...
We're all just "chatroom chimps" to his vast numismatic knowledge and experience. I believe that was his exact term for all of us.
Maybe I'm in the minority, but anyone who treats everyone no better than the gum stuck to the bottom of their shoe can stay gone. His ratio of insults to shared knowledge around here was greater than one a the time of his departure.
Let's not forget the literal F-you he gave to the forum while asking to be banned.
Here's a coin
Collector, occasional seller
I believe that "chatroom chimps" quote was from Ms. Sperber, not the Colonel.
Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.
That's the best news that I heard in a long time.....................
Pete
No it wasn't, unless she also referred to us all that way which wouldn't surprise me in the least. I remember the thread specifically as it really rubbed me the wrong way; it's the "meltdown" thread that @jmlanzaf is referring.
Collector, occasional seller
I can't tell if this is a declaration of war or a Peace offering...
Nice coin, BTW.
The Colonel said @Laurie introduced the phrase chat room chimps
FWIW I miss him.
As wise and as smart as he is just wish he wasn't so quick to take the bait from those who are content to just grind away and yammer.
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso
All this talk about our dear friend Rick made me whip up this chart for those board members not familiar with him. Rick, if you are reading this, it is posted with great respect-
In honor of the memory of Cpl. Michael E. Thompson
The Colonel earned his rank. I've always enjoyed the times we chatted via this forum or happened to meet at shows/auctions.
My 1866 Philly Mint Set
Yes, I (among others) was called a chimp by the legendary Jessup. The Chimp Antidefamation League has been upset about it ever since.
[Note: I do think Laura coined the term originally.]
All comments reflect the opinion of the author, evn when irrefutably accurate.
I'm still slightly amazed after he started TWO expletive-laced threads demanding to be banned that he wasn't banned.
All comments reflect the opinion of the author, evn when irrefutably accurate.
It appears even his absence there is an increased expression of the “Colonel“ in many of you.
The mods refuse to be pushed around.
May I suggest a modification of your x-axis? Changing it to 'Ability to Understand "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas"' would be more on target. And I believe CJ would approve (at one time, he did).
RMR: 'Wer, wenn ich schriee, hörte mich denn aus der Engel Ordnungen?'
CJ: 'No one!' [Ain't no angels in the coin biz]
You bet. You should meet him.
My 1866 Philly Mint Set
Touchy subject, jeez.
So should we get him the coin?
It's damaged, so you got it for melt, right?
I'll chip in...
Pacific Northwest Numismatic Association
Oh, yea.
Once he gets in you , he stays. I sent my regards via Mr E, yesterday, by tele. Thank you. And yes he is in my Contacts....but I don’t wanna bother him with such. I can’t pronounce half the places he’s been to , and through. I just know who to call with honest questions about anything numismatic.
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He's one I actually do miss around here, even if went into the ether at times. Far better than the recently banned ones, and the some of the ones from further back this year (like Glicker). I thought I met him at a show once, but now I'm really not sure. Does he have long hair and wear glasses?
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My registry sets
That sounds like one of my besties Bill Shamhart. Another national treasure
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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......
You can't outwit the Colonel. He's up on that wall for a reason.