10 Suggestions which might help someone who's old.
JohnMaben
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Why discriminate?
1) Realize that because you've been around a while, actually means nothing.
2) If you find yourself staring eye to eye with a prominent numismatist in the aisle way of a coin
show, do not take the opportunity to introduce yourself and talk coins. He is probably just waiting for you to
move out of the way.
3) Try dying your grey hair jet black and getting a much younger girlfriend to bring to shows.
At least this will turn a few heads.
4) While at your favorite dealer's table, don't hesitate to whip out your big..... AARP card, and demand a better price.
5) Dress to impress. Suggested attire: bowtie, suspenders, and trousers pulled up to just below your nipples
leaving your freshly laundered white socks and hush puppies fully exposed.
6) No matter how bad your coin day is, there is always food to fall back on.
7) No matter how bad the food is, there is always booze.
8) If you are out of town and forgot your prescription drugs, don't sweat it. There is a good chance you will
ultimately die anyway.
9) Tell everyone you come in contact with at least three stories before allowing them to walk away. It makes no
difference if any of the stories are true or relevant. If it appears they are actually listening to you, just abrubtly walk away.
10) Proudly display your ANA Life Member number whenever you have the opportunity, as long as it is #3253
or lower, as this is the cutoff for being old.
Numismatically Yours,
John Maben
ANA LM 3254
PS- All above just intended to induce a few laughs, and only in good fun.
1) Realize that because you've been around a while, actually means nothing.
2) If you find yourself staring eye to eye with a prominent numismatist in the aisle way of a coin
show, do not take the opportunity to introduce yourself and talk coins. He is probably just waiting for you to
move out of the way.
3) Try dying your grey hair jet black and getting a much younger girlfriend to bring to shows.
At least this will turn a few heads.
4) While at your favorite dealer's table, don't hesitate to whip out your big..... AARP card, and demand a better price.
5) Dress to impress. Suggested attire: bowtie, suspenders, and trousers pulled up to just below your nipples
leaving your freshly laundered white socks and hush puppies fully exposed.
6) No matter how bad your coin day is, there is always food to fall back on.
7) No matter how bad the food is, there is always booze.
8) If you are out of town and forgot your prescription drugs, don't sweat it. There is a good chance you will
ultimately die anyway.
9) Tell everyone you come in contact with at least three stories before allowing them to walk away. It makes no
difference if any of the stories are true or relevant. If it appears they are actually listening to you, just abrubtly walk away.
10) Proudly display your ANA Life Member number whenever you have the opportunity, as long as it is #3253
or lower, as this is the cutoff for being old.
Numismatically Yours,
John Maben
ANA LM 3254
PS- All above just intended to induce a few laughs, and only in good fun.
John Maben
Pegasus Coin and Jewelry (Brick and Mortar)
ANA LM, PNG, APMD, FUN, Etc
800-381-2646
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I ain't up to it though. I ran out of Geritol a couple days ago.
If you think being old is bad, consider the alternative.
Ray
<< <i>How do I go about item 3? --Jerry >>
Stand tall upon a stack of $100 bills
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<< <i>3) Try dying your grey hair jet black and getting a much younger girlfriend to bring to shows.
At least this will turn a few heads. >>
Which way? I have seen some ladies at shows that make me want to run, not walk, to the nearest exit.
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<< <i>You forgot one: Buy coins that are younger than yourself. Isn't that your mantra? >>
No, that won't work...... I'd be in Franklin Half territory, now considered a classic, at least by me. I'd have to say don't buy coins older than your oldest child,
The Eagle Series started in 1986 and account for probably half of our sales.....
Since my stepson was born in 1984, this would work.
John
John Maben
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<< <i>You forgot one: Buy coins that are younger than yourself. Isn't that your mantra? >>
Being around kids will definitely help keep you young.
Though sometimes keeping the littlest ones clad can be tough.
is to not take a shower for several weeks
sweat a lot and do not under any circumstances
brush your teeth for a while. When you talk to a
dealer, try to get in reeaaalllll close and personal.
These efforts will be most appreciated i AM SURE.
Camelot
- Marcus Tullius Cicero, 106-43 BC
"4) ...don't hesitate to whip out your big..... AARP card, and demand a better price."
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If people at a coin show start whipping out their
AARP cards, you could have a major paper drive!!
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"America suffers today from too much pluribus and not enough unum.".....Arthur Schlesinger Jr.
Brothers, all I need to know is where the bathroom is so I can change my Depends halfway through the show.
To hold their pants up!
<< <i>I have suspenders
now all you need are some snazzy sock garters and you'll be the envy of all!
60 years into this hobby and I'm still working on my Lincoln set!
<< <i>Why discriminate?
1) Realize that because you've been around a while, actually means nothing.
2) If you find yourself staring eye to eye with a prominent numismatist in the aisle way of a coin
show, do not take the opportunity to introduce yourself and talk coins. He is probably just waiting for you to
move out of the way.
3) Try dying your grey hair jet black and getting a much younger girlfriend to bring to shows.
At least this will turn a few heads.
4) While at your favorite dealer's table, don't hesitate to whip out your big..... AARP card, and demand a better price.
5) Dress to impress. Suggested attire: bowtie, suspenders, and trousers pulled up to just below your nipples
leaving your freshly laundered white socks and hush puppies fully exposed.
6) No matter how bad your coin day is, there is always food to fall back on.
7) No matter how bad the food is, there is always booze.
8) If you are out of town and forgot your prescription drugs, don't sweat it. There is a good chance you will
ultimately die anyway.
9) Tell everyone you come in contact with at least three stories before allowing them to walk away. It makes no
difference if any of the stories are true or relevant. If it appears they are actually listening to you, just abrubtly walk away.
10) Proudly display your ANA Life Member number whenever you have the opportunity, as long as it is #3253
or lower, as this is the cutoff for being old.
Numismatically Yours,
John Maben
ANA LM 3254
PS- All above just intended to induce a few laughs, and only in good fun.
My comments...
1) So true, but the vast majority of older folks don't seem to realize this.
2) Yep, do it regardless of whether that numismatist actually has life or not.
3) Creepy...
4) It works for hotel rooms and tickets on Amtrak, but if a typical coin dealer accepted the card then about 90% of their total sales would be discount eligible.
5) Who says Larry King isn't a trendsetter?
6) Yeah, if you want to die prematurely.
7) Don't forget...perscription drugs you don't really need.
8) Word.
9) So true.
10) No wonder the ANA is operating in a financial deficit.
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<< <i>WTCG, it is possible that I may have to ponder if I will pursue any future purchases from you, since I didn't see a smiley face attached to your thoughts.
Okay, I forgot those smiley faces...so here they are...
Aside from the old guy on the airplane last night who used his cane as a weapon to exit the aircraft first upon debarkation, old people are okay with me.
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If any one points it out to you..... look down while tipping it up and tell them " No its not.... SEE!?!"
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