Does anyone else think this place is a lot different with a lot of different posters than it was 2 y

notlogical · August 10, 2007 9:53AM

I was looking through my PM history and saw a lot of names of people I knew that I realized don't post here any more. It kind of made me

. I don't know why they don't post any more. Maybe they got banned or maybe they don't like the forum anymore or maybe they don't collect any more. I don't know, but, I do know that I miss a lot of those people and all the things I learned about coins from them.

I'm not saying I don't like the current forum or the current posters, I just miss some of my old friends.

TomB · August 10, 2007 10:08AM

It will be much different in two years, too.

LindeDad · August 10, 2007 10:09AM

That is logical.

mgoodm3 · August 10, 2007 10:09AM

People come, people go.

ILikeMercs · August 10, 2007 10:10AM

<< People come, people go. >>

yes, tis life.

fc · August 10, 2007 10:11AM

the main person i notice missing on a daily basis is Mr Feld.

moderns seem to bring in more new people every day,
as does the investment angle.

as for the people in my priv message list, 99% are still here.

stev32k · August 10, 2007 10:12AM

I expect you would find at least some of your friends posting across the street.

Type2 · August 10, 2007 10:27AM

Who are you again.

MAD4MORGANS · August 10, 2007 11:12AM

<< I was looking through my PM history and saw a lot of names of people I knew that I realized don't post here any more. It kind of made me

. I don't know why they don't post any more. Maybe they got banned or maybe they don't like the forum anymore or maybe they don't collect any more. I don't know, but, I do know that I miss a lot of those people and all the things I learned about coins from them.

I'm not saying I don't like the current forum or the current posters, I just miss some of my old friends. >>

Or maybe they forgot their password...

Steve27 · August 10, 2007 11:15AM

This place isn't half as good as it was before they bammed coinguy1 and Conder.

STONE · August 10, 2007 11:22AM

Times definitely do change in 2 years, and definitely 2 years to come.

Ronyahski · August 10, 2007 11:25AM

Definately a new mix of posters. A bit different topics and a little less depth from what interests me, but you just have to pick your spots.

pharmer · August 10, 2007 11:55AM

<< This place isn't half as good as it was before they bammed coinguy1 and Conder. >>

and supercarcoins.

BlindedByEgo · August 10, 2007 12:01PM

Some are going, some are coming - and some just post less frequently.

dcamp78 · August 10, 2007 12:10PM

Yes, there is definitely an ebb and flow of users here.
But, new blood makes for good discussions...

JMO...

tightbudget · August 10, 2007 12:12PM

Yup. People have come and gone. We've had some bad apples come and some good apples leave unfortunately

And I know that because I was a lurker for over a year before I joined.

Joflax · August 10, 2007 12:14PM

<< 

<< This place isn't half as good as it was before they bammed coinguy1 and Conder. >>

and supercarcoins. >>

I miss em all too. much quieter and less intense

FatMan · August 10, 2007 12:24PM

Samuel, you will learn in life that many people come and go. The important thing is that you are still here and contributing.

You cannot dictate what others do, but you can dictate your own actions.

Mark · August 10, 2007 12:37PM

Not unsurprisingly, FatMan is right on the money. Given that I stick around, I simply enjoy whomever is posting at the time.

TwoSides2aCoin · August 10, 2007 12:41PM

I just got here two years ago. I hope it wasn't me

66Tbird · August 10, 2007 12:53PM

I just took a trip back in my PM box and have 308 different people I've PM'd. Most are gone it seems. We still have a good group, but the feel and topic depth is not the same. Of course there are a few series topics that have set a new level of 'spread the knowledge' that are very impressive IMO i.e. the bust half series.

Fletcher · August 10, 2007 12:59PM

Yes ... thank gawd

pharmer · August 10, 2007 1:15PM

<< 

<< This place isn't half as good as it was before they bammed coinguy1 and Conder. >>

and supercarcoins. >>

and bubbah.

mrearlygold · August 10, 2007 1:20PM

It'll continue to be interesting, year after year after year. Then some of us will get sick. Some will die. Some will get ripped off. Some will hit the big time and get rich. Some will continue to make you mad. Some will make you laugh. Some that made you mad will become friends. Some that were friends will make you mad.

Cherish each day and find something positive in everyone. Life is short. Focus on the positive.

Bochiman · August 10, 2007 1:21PM

<< 

<< This place isn't half as good as it was before they bammed coinguy1 and Conder. >>

and supercarcoins. >>

???????????????????

I keep looking for a smiley on that one!

That guy was/is a tool! Right pawpaul?

TwoSides2aCoin · August 10, 2007 1:24PM

<< It'll continue to be interesting, year after year after year. Then some of us will get sick. Some will die. Some will get ripped off. Some will hit the big time and get rich. Some will continue to make you mad. Some will make you laugh. Some that made you mad will become friends. Some that were friends will make you mad.

Cherish each day and find something positive in everyone. Life is short. Focus on the positive. >>

It's still fun posting widgets, too

Ugly or not, here I come.

mrearlygold · August 10, 2007 1:24PM

<< 

<< It'll continue to be interesting, year after year after year. Then some of us will get sick. Some will die. Some will get ripped off. Some will hit the big time and get rich. Some will continue to make you mad. Some will make you laugh. Some that made you mad will become friends. Some that were friends will make you mad.

Cherish each day and find something positive in everyone. Life is short. Focus on the positive. >>

It's still fun posting widgets, too

Ugly or not, here I come. >>

Hey, widgets make the world go round

pharmer · August 10, 2007 1:41PM

<< 

<< 

<< This place isn't half as good as it was before they bammed coinguy1 and Conder. >>

and supercarcoins. >>

and bubbah. >>

and foxxze.

Shamika · August 10, 2007 2:15PM

This place will never be the same after the big meltdown that resulted in so many people getting banned late last year.

Type2 · August 10, 2007 3:34PM

Yes, But they did go out with a bang. some where funny some wher X rated some just got out of hand but that is why I keep coming back for more.

stev32k · August 10, 2007 10:25PM

I kind of miss Laura and the way she kept things stirred up. I still think she did a lot of that just to get a rise out of some people.

jmski52 · August 10, 2007 10:41PM

I appreciate what I've learned here and I also appreciate people's general willingness to help when I ask a serious question for informational purposes. This forum is truly a valuable resource, and PCGS is quite generous in hosting it.

I enjoy being able to express my opinions passionately about topics where I feel that I can contribute. Many times, it's an exercise in restraint - and that's especially good for me.

It's sometimes strange to be in a position where I might actually be able to lend perspective to a discussion, but as you get a little older that's a realization that occurs. It's good to know that YNs comingle here with seasoned veterans - it's good for the YNs, good for the veterans, and good for the hobby, in my opinion.

dwssws · August 10, 2007 11:39PM

<< 

<< I was looking through my PM history and saw a lot of names of people I knew that I realized don't post here any more. It kind of made me

. I don't know why they don't post any more. Maybe they got banned or maybe they don't like the forum anymore or maybe they don't collect any more. I don't know, but, I do know that I miss a lot of those people and all the things I learned about coins from them.

I'm not saying I don't like the current forum or the current posters, I just miss some of my old friends. >>

Or maybe they forgot their password...

>>

well if they finally remember their password it would be nice if they dropped people a line to let them know how they are doing

hint!

INXS · August 10, 2007 11:44PM

I miss MrPlatinum, he was a colorful controversial person.

TwoSides2aCoin · August 10, 2007 11:45PM

Today is Saturday. What have you learned about coins, today ?

Coinosaurus · August 11, 2007 12:04AM

Between PCGS almost shutting the board down, and Legend on hiatus, the tone has changed greatly.

Fortunately we still have RWB, Rittenhouse, Pistareen, Denga, etc., and as long as those guys are around I will be listening!

Type2 · August 11, 2007 1:51AM

<< Today is Saturday. What have you learned about coins, today ? >>

I was out bid on that roll on the bay.

where is Banks.

291fifth · August 11, 2007 2:42AM

This forum changes every few months. Last year, it seemed to be dominated by "flippers" who were gloating over their big profits on certain 2006 US Mint issues. In the last two months, or so, these folks seemed to have disappeared...a clear sign that their "flipping" efforts with 2007 issues haven't gone so well. (I suspect many of these folks are now stuck with large quantities of the 2007 issues and are afraid to sell for fear of pushing the prices down to issue price or lower. If they aren't able to sell, they aren't going to have the money (or interest) to buy more new issues.)

ArgentumRex · August 11, 2007 2:45AM

The more things change, the more they stay the same. That's what I'm told, at least.

BN · August 11, 2007 3:35AM

<< Definately a new mix of posters. A bit different topics and a little less depth from what interests me, but you just have to pick your spots. >>

Yeah... us noobs come in here and dumb the place down...

I've learned a lot and have a new hobby though.

BigRed · August 11, 2007 7:04AM

I still enjoy the forum very much but I do miss some of the posters who got banned or just decided to leave because of it. One guy I miss besides several that has already been mentioned is Bill Jones. He always had a lot of common sense.

Zoins · August 11, 2007 7:07AM

Thankfully many of them still post, albeit not here.

CalGold · August 11, 2007 7:15AM

The new Mint issues flipping market was not thriving two years ago. When that market dies, which could be any day now, a lot of the new folks will disappear with it.

CG

Julio · August 11, 2007 9:49AM

Many who have responded to this thread have eloquently stated my feelings.

I've not been here long but I regret not one moment spent here.

I post less, but I read more.

. jws

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