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newbiecollector
newbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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This is not a "Premo" coin like many post and I don't even know if it is real. I did send a message to the seller for better pics and got two back very fast. I like it to add to my ships.
Your opinions are, of course, very welcome

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1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

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  • rhound1977
    rhound1977 Posts: 2,504
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    I,ve heard of them, beleive they were made from the copper sheathing that was replaced on the Consitution when it was overhaluled a
    numbered of years ago (mid 90's?). Looks nice but I know nothing of the provenance or value...
  • newbiecollector
    newbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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    Thanks for the reply. I don't know of the background or what this might eventually go for. I am waiting for a while and hope to put in a bid late.
    The other photos I got are much better, Obv and Rev and if by chance it is authentic (sp) I will be happy...... assuming I win it.

    Thanks again......image
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    1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

    International Coins
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    Wayne
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  • Shipcoin
    Shipcoin Posts: 1,243
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    Yes, it looks nice and supposes to be some sort of comm. medal/token I say , not the coin. About the price, Wayne I really don't know what to tell you.

    Anyway, it might be a very nice addition to your fleet ! image
    N. N.
  • newbiecollector
    newbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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    I figure if I can get in a late bid for$10.50 - 11 plus maybe $5 for shipping I would be happy...very happy actually.

    I will post a pic or two that got via e-mail.... not many will be interested but.......image
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    1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

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    Wayne
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  • Shipcoin
    Shipcoin Posts: 1,243
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    I'm interested! image

    As for the price seems to be O'k what you think about it..
    N. N.
  • newbiecollector
    newbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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    Nick, to be honest $20 dollars (for example) is next to nothing in purchase power here. About 140-150 NOK. You can of course buy groceries and such but that does not go very far.
    So 10-15 dollars.... not so much. Of course I don't have it to spend but I can't totally shut down.......image
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    1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

    International Coins
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    Wayne
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  • newbiecollector
    newbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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    To push my luck before I get slammed .....here are a couple of pics.

    imageimage
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    1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

    International Coins
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    Wayne
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  • theboz11
    theboz11 Posts: 6,576 ✭✭✭
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    I have one, They are a nice piece of history, They sell on Ebay fairly regularly ,, seen the sell from $6.-$12. imageimage
    My Medals collection

    FOR SALE Items
  • newbiecollector
    newbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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    Thanks.. as you can see from the link the starting is 9.99....no bids last time I checked.

    I like the darn thing!!!!!!!!!!image
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    1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

    International Coins
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    Wayne
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  • trozau
    trozau Posts: 3,455 ✭✭✭
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    If you really like it, factor in the shipping cost to bid the max you are willing to pay for it then hope for the best. image Very nice memorabilia of an actual historical frigate.
    trozau (troy ounce gold)
  • newbiecollector
    newbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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    image
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    1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

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    Wayne
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  • Shipcoin
    Shipcoin Posts: 1,243
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    Wayne, I'm waiting when you'll perform that medal at your site!

    Really nice piece!image
    N. N.
  • newbiecollector
    newbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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    I may get lucky........ just watching the auction right now.
    Becoming informed but still trying to learn every day!
    1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

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    Wayne
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  • newsman
    newsman Posts: 2,658 ✭✭✭
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    These medals were struck from parts of the copper sheathing removed during the Constellation's restoration and were sold to help pay for the project. I bought one years ago in the gift shop aboard the ship in Baltimore harbor, but I don't know if they still sell them.
  • JohnZ
    JohnZ Posts: 1,732 ✭
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    One of my local dealers has a few of them at $15 apiece.

    We ARE watching you.

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  • hamiltonjh
    hamiltonjh Posts: 1,140
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    Nice lookin piece. Would be a nice addition to your fleet, to paraphrase. image
  • Bruce
    Bruce Posts: 484
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    An interesting piece of history for sure.
    So many coins, so little money!
    Ebay name: bhil3
  • elverno
    elverno Posts: 1,068 ✭
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    Good luck on that Wayne. It's a nice medal and an environmental way to recycle the copper. image
    Vern
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    You want how much?!!
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    (Last update 3/6/2007)
  • newbiecollector
    newbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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    I have a small bid in and if it does not get crazy I will have it. This is not a proper coin but it has a great image of a ship and, I like to believe it comes from even a greater ship.image

    I like it.
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    1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

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    Wayne
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  • 1jester
    1jester Posts: 8,637 ✭✭✭
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    it's a beautiful design on both sides, and will make a great addition to your fleet.

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  • wybrit
    wybrit Posts: 6,999 ✭✭✭
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    It looks to fit right in with your theme. Good luck in the closing 24 hours of the auction!
    Former owner, Cambridge Gate collection.
  • Aethelred
    Aethelred Posts: 9,291 ✭✭✭
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    A neat connection with history!
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  • newbiecollector
    newbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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    I won it. $9.99 plus s/h for a total of $10.79.

    image
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    1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

    International Coins
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    Wayne
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  • Shipcoin
    Shipcoin Posts: 1,243
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    Congrats, Wayne!!

    Nice deal for nice thing!


    N. N.
  • hoardmonster
    hoardmonster Posts: 370
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    Congrats! Very nice looking!!
    My eBay auctions
  • newbiecollector
    newbiecollector Posts: 2,992
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    Thanks for all the comments. We all know this is not a proper coin, but I hope it is a real comm. I very much like the ship motif and at least the idea of where it came from. That would be nice, if it is true.
    Thanks for accepting my low end value things..... First class folks on here......image
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    1-Dammit Boy Oct 14,2003

    International Coins
    "A work in progress"


    Wayne
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