Does it drive you crazy when other members use your avatar?

RedneckHB · February 23, 2007 4:46AM

Recently there have been 3 or 4 new members who are using my icon. I get confused when I see posts with my icon and I dont remember writing it.

Perhaps I should just be happy that others deem my icon attractive.

66RB · February 23, 2007 5:13AM

mayhaps so Cohodk...I've been confused lately as well.

Well, more confused than 'normal'

LeeG · February 23, 2007 6:22AM

If it confuses you, just think how we feel

lablover · February 23, 2007 7:07AM

I can't say I get confused, but it does tick me off, somewhat. My avatar is one of my dog's and it clearly identifies me. I see it as my own, but do understand when you upload the image to the PCGS server it becomes public domain and available. It would be nice however if PCGS made it possible to keep your own uploads private.

dan8402 · February 23, 2007 8:11AM

I used another person's avatar for a while, and there were 3-4 other people using it as well. I couldn't upload mine for almost a month after I joined, then i missed the upload day for 3-4 months in a row. But, I think I would be happy if someone chose my coin.

cladking · February 23, 2007 8:14AM

Even if I had my own unique one it wouldn't bother me.

I've used only two and both were in use and the first users were gracious enough to never say a word about it.

How could I complain?

Bochiman · February 23, 2007 8:20AM

Nope. Once uploaded publicly (anywhere) I figure it is fair game.
I do have to do doubletakes sometimes when I see my first one I uploaded (Gold 1oz "Year of the Monkey") as I saw it again today and wonder if that is one of my original posts or someone else nowadays.

I figure it's all cool anyway (though, that is certainly one of the reasons I would NEVER upload any photo that I felt a personal attachment to...me/my kid/family/etc)

cointime · February 23, 2007 8:31AM

I have never uploaded one myself and I have been using the Ohio State flag for quite some time now. If I had uploaded one of my own, I don't think It would bother me if someone else used it

hughesm1 · February 23, 2007 9:37AM

No.

mgoodm3 · February 23, 2007 9:38AM

I don't like it.

BECOKA · February 23, 2007 9:42AM

It bugs me. I also get confused when I see reponses I don't remember typing and then notice it is one of two other people using it. My Avatar is from one of my prized half eagles that I uploaded myself.

I understand that the Avatars are public but one the new people realize a board veteran is using the Avatar they should look for something else, I almost feel like I need to change now.

Cladiator · February 23, 2007 9:43AM

I recently saw that not only is someone using my current one but another person is using an old one I made and loaded. I think it's kinda cool.

eyoung429 · February 23, 2007 9:51AM

Somewhat flattering....My jewelry 1913 S type 1 has been used a couple of times and we even have 1 member who still uses it!

Just don't use my clipped birdie!!!!

flaminio · February 23, 2007 9:51AM

Somebody just started using my old "Blunt" avatar. I guess I should be flattered, but actually I can't see any reason why someone would pick that one.

shirohniichan · February 23, 2007 10:02AM

I know what you mean. Mine just says "me."

speety · February 23, 2007 10:04AM

I am using CoinJP's old icon, but i asked permission first

I wouldn't mind if someone used my avatar, but i have to learn how to upload one first...

WillieBoyd2 · February 23, 2007 10:05AM

I'm not sure that Max would allow it.

Smittys · February 23, 2007 10:05AM

I don't mind means I had a good one.....
Now where is that guy that's using mine....

NeoStar · February 23, 2007 10:08AM

I wouldn't mind if somebody else uses mine...as long as they don't mind that I put my name on it when I made it...

MarineEAS1999 · February 23, 2007 10:10AM

Another member is/was using mine.

It only annoys me because every time I see
it in a thread I think its me.

Other than that I'm ok with it.

Barndog · February 23, 2007 10:10AM

I found it on PCGS' site, so it really isn't mine

Pentimento · February 23, 2007 10:14AM

The person using the Flaminio blunt really threw me off today.

TomB · February 23, 2007 10:27AM

For some reason, the one I have used since Day One has never been popular...

Stuart · February 23, 2007 10:27AM

<=== There are a couple of wannabe's using mine.

I take it as a compliment, although it can sometimes get a bit confusing -- sort of like seeing your reflection in a mirror.

LouisCamp · February 23, 2007 10:28AM

I am thankful to who ever loaded the one I use.

Lou

combatmailman · February 23, 2007 10:29AM

Only using this one till next upload date which is the 15th of March i believe. Hope it does not belong to someone else, if it does sorry.

Stuart · February 23, 2007 10:32AM

Lou: Your avatar looks like a purple colored version of trozau's signature icon of Pistrucci's St. George slaying the dragon:

Darin · February 23, 2007 10:32AM

No, mainly I feel sorry for them that they're not any smarter than me and don't know how to put a picture there to replace the red x.

MacCrimmon · February 23, 2007 10:34AM

Not at ALL!!!!

ricko · February 23, 2007 10:49AM

Amazing.. can we find anything else - however small and inconsequential - to worry about? Get a life... Cheers, RickO

dogwood · February 23, 2007 10:51AM

Interesting, as yesterday upon registering, I struggled to pick one of the many avatars that were offered. I kept thing " these all seem to belong to people". I chose the PCGS coin mix that I remember seeing on their welcome book. It looks generic, but until I can find a way to upload a pix of Milo my Boston Terrier, I guess I'm stuck being nondescript.

RedneckHB · February 23, 2007 10:54AM

<< <i>Not at ALL!!!!

>>

LOL.

I actually liked your old one better.

Bochiman · February 23, 2007 10:56AM

To all those that it bothers when someone else uses their icons......I will be using your icons shortly

LALASD4 · February 23, 2007 11:00AM

Can't worry about things that I can't control.

Preussen · February 23, 2007 11:02AM

I guess I'm a bit slow, because when I first registered it never dawned on me that the avatars might belong to someone else

. I quickly made my own when I learned that I was using someone else's. -Preussen

dtkk49a · February 23, 2007 11:16AM

I use my own avatar. At least 2 other people use it. I don't think they are "wannabes". Its not important to me.

percyb · February 23, 2007 11:44AM

<< <i>I guess I'm a bit slow, because when I first registered it never dawned on me that the avatars might belong to someone else

. I quickly made my own when I learned that I was using someone else's. -Preussen >>

I must be using someone elses avatar. How did you upload yours?

richardshipp · February 23, 2007 12:02PM

I got confused when I saw other "John Wayne's" so I loaded and use this one because I don't anyone else would use it.

It is by A. Saint Gaudens though.

dpoole · February 23, 2007 12:17PM

The trick is to find a gorgeous, distinctive, elegant avatar that nobody else cares about.

droopyd · February 23, 2007 12:30PM

Sorry - avatar pops up as an available option when you first register. I'll be happy to change it when I have a moment.

JoeLewis · February 23, 2007 12:39PM

Since I ALWAYS miss the few hours on the 15th to upload my own I guess I'll always be using someone else's pic

RedneckHB · February 23, 2007 12:41PM

<< <i>Sorry - avatar pops up as an available option when you first register. I'll be happy to change it when I have a moment. >>

Dont be sorry. I find it flattering.

I just get confused easily in my old age.

Gemini · February 23, 2007 12:42PM

The clichéd phrase, “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery” was coined, (no pun intended) to somehow validate copying but I usually associate someones longtime used avatar with the person who first started using it. I would really like to see everyone with their own identity.

spotthedog · February 23, 2007 10:56PM

I'm using one called "puking pumpkin".I'm new here,and I did wonder about the choices available for avatars.It did seem obvious that these avatars were at some point created by users,not PCGS.I saw a thread where one member congratulates another for their new avatar.I read further,and discovered that the 15 of each month is when a new avatar can be uploaded.I will read further now on this thread to find out when,where,how.Thanks

MadMarty · February 23, 2007 11:29PM

No one ever uses mine!!!

I don't know why???

TOMCATTOM · February 23, 2007 11:33PM

I feel honored when one of my brother/sister Marines uses mine. We are all one big family. Semper Fi

cohocorp · February 23, 2007 11:33PM

yea, and when they use the first 4 letters of my user id.

pb2y · February 23, 2007 11:34PM

How do you add a custom avatar????????

fcloud · February 23, 2007 11:43PM

I love it when I see someone using one I uploaded!

mommam17 · February 23, 2007 11:44PM

I started using Pam`s puppy and hoped she didn`t mind. The puppy looked exactly like mine and I couldn`t resist. Pam did say she was flattered so everyone is happy!

GTOster · February 24, 2007 12:33AM

Nobody ever Uses Mine

Paul

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