@yosclimber
The classic "know it all" on Cheers, Cliff , loved to claim expertise on a lot of things, but was passive and not trying to insult other people.
Oh, I see now.
So that's why they call it "The Cliff Notes"?
What ?
2012! How long have you guys been posting? I guess I can look it up for each 5* member. Who are the members who got 5* the quickest? Anyone know? Is it the member at the top poster lists who posts all the funny humor?
@Married2Coins said:
2012! How long have you guys been posting? I guess I can look it up for each 5* member. Who are the members who got 5* the quickest? Anyone know? Is it the member at the top poster lists who posts all the funny humor?
Nobody knows the trouble I've seen on this forum since joining it some 22 years ago.22nd anniversary just two days from now. My five stars were EARNED by engaging with not just one but multiple know it alls, each with his own distinctive flavor, through the years. Some know it alls are memorable. Others not so much. But my point is nobody just handed my five stars to me. I fought and struggled for my stars. Not everyone here with five stars can say that.
Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.-Albert Einstein
@Married2Coins said:
2012! How long have you guys been posting? I guess I can look it up for each 5* member. Who are the members who got 5* the quickest? Anyone know? Is it the member at the top poster lists who posts all the funny humor?
Five stars means 1000 points. Each like and agree that you receive count as a point, and some of the badges do as well. I haven't even been here a year, but I have learned so much.
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@asheland said:
Definitely an interesting thread! I feel I have a moderate amount of coin knowledge, and I am always happy to share it when I can, but I’m the first to admit I have a lot to learn myself, and this board has always been my absolute favorite anywhere on the Internet.
Every member on this board I consider as friends. There’s so much ugliness in this world these days, this place is my escape from that.
Amen: I'm grateful this board exists. Enjoy many threads posted here. I can always learn something new. To those who
are truly "know-it-alls", I question why you're here. What benefit could you possibly receive other than demonstrating
your vast knowledge. Those who are on here to share your knowledge, Thank you. We can benefit from each other's
expertise
@CRHer700 . I had no idea there was meaning behind the stars. I thought it was just a choice like picking an avatar. thanks for the information. much appreciated. James
@Married2Coins said:
2012! How long have you guys been posting? I guess I can look it up for each 5* member. Who are the members who got 5* the quickest? Anyone know? Is it the member at the top poster lists who posts all the funny humor?
Five stars means 1000 points. Each like and agree that you receive count as a point, and some of the badges do as well. I haven't even been here a year, but I have learned so much.
I always laugh when people make a comment about "Five Star Posters". Basically, it means one has hung around for a year (or few months if really busy) and engaged a bit.
@lermish said:
I always laugh when people make a comment about "Five Star Posters". Basically, it means one has hung around for a year (or few months if really busy) and engaged a bit.
Agreed. A better proxy for overall quality contribution would be a points per post ratio. For example, you have 6.8k points over 2,754 posts, or 2.47 points per post. For context, compare that to:
I'm glad to take knowledge where I can find it regardless of the source. Most of you all know a heck of a lot more than me about numismatics and I'm happy to have found this forum.
Even the drama can be amusing/entertaining to some extent .
@lermish said:
I always laugh when people make a comment about "Five Star Posters". Basically, it means one has hung around for a year (or few months if really busy) and engaged a bit.
Agreed. A better proxy for overall quality contribution would be a points per post ratio. For example, you have 6.8k points over 2,754 posts, or 2.47 points per post. For context, compare that to:
@Married2Coins said:
2012! How long have you guys been posting? I guess I can look it up for each 5* member. Who are the members who got 5* the quickest? Anyone know? Is it the member at the top poster lists who posts all the funny humor?
My five stars were EARNED by engaging with not just one but multiple know it alls, each with his own distinctive flavor, through the years.
Flavor?
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@mr1931S said:
Nobody knows the trouble I've seen on this forum since joining it some 22 years ago.22nd anniversary just two days from now. My five stars were EARNED by engaging with not just one but multiple know it alls.
@7Jaguars said:
Sometimes when it comes to “know-it-alls” , I think of the late Linus Pauling - the only person to win TWO Nobel Prizes.
He used to recount that even some person walking the streets might have an insight/observation that have never occurred to him.
A know it all who overtly tells others that they KNOW IT ALL simultaneously conveys information about them that they would not want to be disclosed, ........................ if they really knew it all (thus proving that they do not really know it all).
@Married2Coins said:
2012! How long have you guys been posting? I guess I can look it up for each 5* member. Who are the members who got 5* the quickest? Anyone know? Is it the member at the top poster lists who posts all the funny humor?
Getting 5 stars is easy, I got mine just for posting pretty pictures.
@coiner said:
Funny - none of the kow-it-alls have shown up on this thread
Wow, just wow.
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@lermish said:
I always laugh when people make a comment about "Five Star Posters". Basically, it means one has hung around for a year (or few months if really busy) and engaged a bit.
Agreed. A better proxy for overall quality contribution would be a points per post ratio. For example, you have 6.8k points over 2,754 posts, or 2.47 points per post. For context, compare that to:
Using what I will refer to as the P0cketchange corollary, you forgot a very high quality contributor:
P0CKETCHANGE = 3.71
This only gives me a 1.13 rating. I too, propose a rating scale: (Likes+Agrees)/Lols. I get a 4.47.
Cougar gets a 3.71 astonishingly.
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@lermish said:
I always laugh when people make a comment about "Five Star Posters". Basically, it means one has hung around for a year (or few months if really busy) and engaged a bit.
Agreed. A better proxy for overall quality contribution would be a points per post ratio. For example, you have 6.8k points over 2,754 posts, or 2.47 points per post. For context, compare that to:
@hfjacinto said:
I'm at 2439 Likes and 251 agrees and 850 posts.
So 2690/850 = 3.165
(Likes+Agrees)/Lols.
2690/276=9.746
How can you see 2439 likes? I only see 2.4K.
You have a great score.
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@lermish said:
I always laugh when people make a comment about "Five Star Posters". Basically, it means one has hung around for a year (or few months if really busy) and engaged a bit.
Agreed. A better proxy for overall quality contribution would be a points per post ratio. For example, you have 6.8k points over 2,754 posts, or 2.47 points per post. For context, compare that to:
@hfjacinto said:
I can only see the number on a laptop. I can’t see it on my phone. I just hover over the number and it pops up.
I did not know that. Thanks.
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@lermish said:
I always laugh when people make a comment about "Five Star Posters". Basically, it means one has hung around for a year (or few months if really busy) and engaged a bit.
Agreed. A better proxy for overall quality contribution would be a points per post ratio. For example, you have 6.8k points over 2,754 posts, or 2.47 points per post. For context, compare that to:
Using what I will refer to as the P0cketchange corollary, you forgot a very high quality contributor:
P0CKETCHANGE = 3.71
This only gives me a 1.13 rating. I too, propose a rating scale: (Likes+Agrees)/Lols. I get a 4.47.
Cougar gets a 3.71 astonishingly.
Don’t penalize the Lols! I’ve worked hard for mine😀.
No-one can see yours anyway. I think that you are safe. 😂
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Using the @POCKETCHANGE “corollary”, I come out @ 4.33. I can assure all members I’m not that valuable! Not even close….
I’m calling for another mathematical measurement, with apologies to Eric.
@Copperindian said:
Using the @POCKETCHANGE “corollary”, I come out @ 4.33. I can assure all members I’m not that valuable! Not even close….
I’m calling for another mathematical measurement, with apologies to Eric.
No, you're good. It's more a ratio of quality posts to just general posts. If you're posting quality opinions, info, or coins, you get more points and a higher relative score.
If you're being a knucklehead (as some of us are sometimes) and putting up a lot of gratuitous posts that don't add much, you get a lower score.
A good score doesn't mean you're numismatist of the year, just a quality member who doesn't fool around that often.
@pcgs69 said:
I believe it's unfortunately a byproduct of the internet. Everywhere you go people argue for the sake of arguing. And they say things they would most likely never say to someone's face if the same discussion were to happen. I would love to do a video series of putting the same two people face-to-face for a discussion on the same topic to see what happens when you can't hide behind the computer screen.
Exactly, people feel safe to hide behind the internet, and don't act the same as they would in person. I fall guilty to this myself at times, but it is best when we all act the same as in person.
** (Not the people at Wal-Mart though.**)
Did you know Walmart, just as with Kmart (now defunct) to this day never hyphenated its name?
My auto correct did that. 😂
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@Copperindian said:
Using the @POCKETCHANGE “corollary”, I come out @ 4.33. I can assure all members I’m not that valuable! Not even close….
I’m calling for another mathematical measurement, with apologies to Eric.
No, you're good. It's more a ratio of quality posts to just general posts. If you're posting quality opinions, info, or coins, you get more points and a higher relative score.
If you're being a knucklehead (as some of us are sometimes) and putting up a lot of gratuitous posts that don't add much, you get a lower score.
A good score doesn't mean you're numismatist of the year, just a quality member who doesn't fool around that often.
I actually have a Numismatist of the Year Award, and I think my score is .41, so I must be a Know Nothing!
Numismatist. 50 year member ANA. Winner of four ANA Heath Literary Awards; three Wayte and Olga Raymond Literary Awards; Numismatist of the Year Award 2009, and Lifetime Achievement Award 2020. Winner numerous NLG Literary Awards.
I didn't get on to the internet until 1999; what did we do before then with coins, etc.? I have never seen such significant numismatic (and other) discussions in person because you get a serious concentration here of knowledge, experience and acumen. Unfortunately some of the very knowledgeable but edgy and overly opinionated pros have been banned here, I have seen forums really lose all that jazz by kicking people off, but that's life.
Joe, it’s worth mentioning that the like/agree/lol functionality didn’t always exist, so veteran members like yourself (you joined in 2002) may naturally have a lower score, NOT because you aren’t a quality contributor.
@Copperindian said:
good analysis; thanks for that. But I think I have to step up my fooling around game!
Yeah, you gotta beef up that LOL count! Just don’t do it the way Cougar does
Joe, it’s worth mentioning that the like/agree/lol functionality didn’t always exist, so veteran members like yourself (you joined in 2002) may naturally have a lower score, NOT because you aren’t a quality contributor.
@Copperindian said:
good analysis; thanks for that. But I think I have to step up my fooling around game!
Yeah, you gotta beef up that LOL count! Just don’t do it the way Cougar does
I would add the same for @CaptHenway ! I'll rephrase my statement specifically for his benefit:
A bad score doesn't mean you're not necessarily numismatist of the year, especially if your name is Tom.
Joe, it’s worth mentioning that the like/agree/lol functionality didn’t always exist, so veteran members like yourself (you joined in 2002) may naturally have a lower score, NOT because you aren’t a quality contributor.
@Copperindian said:
good analysis; thanks for that. But I think I have to step up my fooling around game!
Yeah, you gotta beef up that LOL count! Just don’t do it the way Cougar does
Yes, it only applies to members who joined 2016 to present.
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But only fools are "know-it-alls" and I played that fool for you.”🎵🎶 😉
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The classic "know it all" on Cheers, Cliff , loved to claim expertise on a lot of things, but was passive and not trying to insult other people.
Oh, I see now.
So that's why they call it "The Cliff Notes"?
What ?
Apparently, there have been lot's of extremely knowledgeable members banned. Does Laura Spurber (sp?) post here any more?
More than once.
I believe she still posts over on the CAC forums.
Just for fun, here is a neat thread, throwing back a decade or so:
https://forums.collectors.com/discussion/comment/9894526#Comment_9894526
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Laura is banned here iirc, but you can find her on the CAC forum, as Braddick said.
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2012! How long have you guys been posting? I guess I can look it up for each 5* member. Who are the members who got 5* the quickest? Anyone know? Is it the member at the top poster lists who posts all the funny humor?
Nobody knows the trouble I've seen on this forum since joining it some 22 years ago.22nd anniversary just two days from now. My five stars were EARNED by engaging with not just one but multiple know it alls, each with his own distinctive flavor, through the years. Some know it alls are memorable. Others not so much. But my point is nobody just handed my five stars to me. I fought and struggled for my stars. Not everyone here with five stars can say that.
Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.-Albert Einstein
Five stars means 1000 points. Each like and agree that you receive count as a point, and some of the badges do as well. I haven't even been here a year, but I have learned so much.
God bless all who believe in him. Do unto others what you expect to be done to you. Dubbed a "Committee Secret Agent" by @mr1931S on 7/23/24. Founding member of CU Anti-Troll League since 9/24/24.
Amen: I'm grateful this board exists. Enjoy many threads posted here. I can always learn something new. To those who
are truly "know-it-alls", I question why you're here. What benefit could you possibly receive other than demonstrating
your vast knowledge. Those who are on here to share your knowledge, Thank you. We can benefit from each other's
expertise
@CRHer700 . I had no idea there was meaning behind the stars. I thought it was just a choice like picking an avatar. thanks for the information. much appreciated. James
I always laugh when people make a comment about "Five Star Posters". Basically, it means one has hung around for a year (or few months if really busy) and engaged a bit.
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Agreed. A better proxy for overall quality contribution would be a points per post ratio. For example, you have 6.8k points over 2,754 posts, or 2.47 points per post. For context, compare that to:
DeplorableDan = 3.33
MFeld = 2.14
Blitzdude = 0.74
Cougar = 0.44
Nothing is as expensive as free money.
I'm glad to take knowledge where I can find it regardless of the source. Most of you all know a heck of a lot more than me about numismatics and I'm happy to have found this forum.
Even the drama can be amusing/entertaining to some extent
.
Using what I will refer to as the P0cketchange corollary, you forgot a very high quality contributor:
P0CKETCHANGE = 3.71
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Flavor?
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Funny - none of the kow-it-alls have shown up on this thread
People who are know-it-alls are generally very insecure people.
Don't be too harsche.
He considered Snoopy as a mentor.
A know it all who overtly tells others that they KNOW IT ALL simultaneously conveys information about them that they would not want to be disclosed, ........................ if they really knew it all
(thus proving that they do not really know it all).
Getting 5 stars is easy, I got mine just for posting pretty pictures.
My current registry sets:
20th Century Type Set
Virtual DANSCO 7070
Slabbed IHC set - Missing the Anacs Slabbed coins
Wow, just wow.
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This only gives me a 1.13 rating. I too, propose a rating scale: (Likes+Agrees)/Lols. I get a 4.47.
Cougar gets a 3.71 astonishingly.
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EDIT: Whoops, i messed up your formula.
I've spoken with other members and reviewed old posts...I do think that roughly pre-covid, our beloved Coug was a lot more reasonable.
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I'm at 2439 Likes and 251 agrees and 850 posts.
So 2690/850 = 3.165
(Likes+Agrees)/Lols.
2690/276=9.746
My current registry sets:
20th Century Type Set
Virtual DANSCO 7070
Slabbed IHC set - Missing the Anacs Slabbed coins
How can you see 2439 likes? I only see 2.4K.
You have a great score.
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I can only see the number on a laptop. I can’t see it on my phone. I just hover over the number and it pops up.
My current registry sets:
20th Century Type Set
Virtual DANSCO 7070
Slabbed IHC set - Missing the Anacs Slabbed coins
So this must be the hoppin place today! I should be safe here
Don’t penalize the Lols! I’ve worked hard for mine😀.
I did not know that. Thanks.
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No-one can see yours anyway. I think that you are safe. 😂
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Using the @POCKETCHANGE “corollary”, I come out @ 4.33. I can assure all members I’m not that valuable! Not even close….
I’m calling for another mathematical measurement, with apologies to Eric.
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No, you're good. It's more a ratio of quality posts to just general posts. If you're posting quality opinions, info, or coins, you get more points and a higher relative score.
If you're being a knucklehead (as some of us are sometimes) and putting up a lot of gratuitous posts that don't add much, you get a lower score.
A good score doesn't mean you're numismatist of the year, just a quality member who doesn't fool around that often.
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...> @CRHer700 said:
Is it time to eat Grandma?
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso
@lermish: good analysis; thanks for that. But I think I have to step up my fooling around game!
“The thrill of the hunt never gets old”
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I wish the know it all's would help me with my football picks. Can't pick a winner lately.
I actually have a Numismatist of the Year Award, and I think my score is .41, so I must be a Know Nothing!
Let’s see:
255 points / 2,532 posts = .1007
Joe.
I didn't get on to the internet until 1999; what did we do before then with coins, etc.? I have never seen such significant numismatic (and other) discussions in person because you get a serious concentration here of knowledge, experience and acumen. Unfortunately some of the very knowledgeable but edgy and overly opinionated pros have been banned here, I have seen forums really lose all that jazz by kicking people off, but that's life.
Joe, it’s worth mentioning that the like/agree/lol functionality didn’t always exist, so veteran members like yourself (you joined in 2002) may naturally have a lower score, NOT because you aren’t a quality contributor.
Yeah, you gotta beef up that LOL count! Just don’t do it the way Cougar does
Nothing is as expensive as free money.
I would add the same for @CaptHenway ! I'll rephrase my statement specifically for his benefit:
A bad score doesn't mean you're not necessarily numismatist of the year, especially if your name is Tom.
Chopmarked Trade Dollar Registry Set --- US & World Gold Showcase --- World Chopmark Showcase
Yes, it only applies to members who joined 2016 to present.
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🎶🎼🎵“Baby, ain't it funny how we never ever learn to fall?
You're really on your knees, when you think you're standing tall
But only fools are "know-it-alls" and I played that fool for you.”🎵🎶 😉
I enjoy interacting here and I have learned a lot from the veterans who came before me. I have been doing this for a long time, now, so I try to share as much as I can and give back. I like to help newbies and YNs. I like sharing knowledge and am not about my ego and I always stay humble. There is an old expression: “ Beware of people who brag about themselves..A lion doesn’t have to tell you he’s a lion”.
Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍
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https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
I think that applies to all big cats.
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100!!!