What aspect of coin collecting is the most important to you?
llafoe
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Sonorandesertrat made a comment in another post that piqued my interest: "When I returned to the hobby in January 2007 after a 25-year 'break', I had about 10 numismatic books. Since then, I have acquired ca. 150 volumes on U. S. numismatics and about 50 auction catalogs, including antiquarian items dated in the 19th century. Unlike my coins, I can keep these items in my home and I use them almost every day. They have totally changed my view of the hobby, and would likely keep me tied to numismatics in some way even if I never bought another coin or medal again."
What aspect of coin collecting is the most important to you?
The actual coins?
The friendships you've develop?
The publications you own and the information within?
The "hands-on" knowledge - the stuff that takes many years and lots of experience to learn?
Something else?
What aspect of coin collecting is the most important to you?
The actual coins?
The friendships you've develop?
The publications you own and the information within?
The "hands-on" knowledge - the stuff that takes many years and lots of experience to learn?
Something else?
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MJ
Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
<< <i>The friends I've acquired over the years no amount of money could match. That's the major reason that I often state that I don't care if I would ever break even financially should I sell. >>
That would have to be my answer too... I've collected a LOT of different things over the years; very few collections remain, but the friendships always survive.
<< <i>and the hot chicks. MJ >>
MJ - Is this your confession... hot chicks equal an over at 350 degrees... an oven at 350 degrees equal toned coins... are you a coin doctor?
The connection I feel with history through my older coins
The pride of possession of rare and beautiful objects
The visual impact of some modern coins and series, especially when struck in silver, gold, platinum
The benefits of possessing a hard asset
Good thread.
... and swiping the hot chicks from MJ...
U.S. Type Set
<< <i>The fun.
... and swiping the hot chicks from MJ... >>
First you torture me with your cameo Walker and then you threaten to steal my coin women. Have you no shame? MJ
Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......
Drunner
(Friendships are best cultivated over the sale of a Doily)
1. The research and analysis
2. The hunt
3. The pricing/buying process
4. Sharing with others
<< <i>The history, and meeting baseballabs at coin shows . . .
Drunner
(Friendships are best cultivated over the sale of a Doily) >>
Ha, Ha, You too buddy!
Empty Nest Collection
The people, sorry, but it that one is a "meh," because I have met a fair share of jerks in the hobby, as well as a good many with below average social skills.
<< <i>The "cool old stuff" factor. Second is giving coin related gifts. Third is having stuff go up in value.
The people, sorry, but it that one is a "meh," because I have met a fair share of jerks in the hobby, as well as a good many with below average social skills. >>
There are jerks everywhere, and it is a shame that you have let them affect you. I have some wonderful friendships that started because we connected over coins. With some of these people, I rarely even discuss coins as our friendships have gone well beyond an interest in numismatics.
<< <i>Both the "history in your hands" and the social aspects of collecting are at the top of my list. >>
Ditto. If there is a local coin club, you should really consider joining just for the camaraderie and the chance to learn from other collectors.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
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Roger
Ken
<< <i>It has now came down to the intrigue connected with buying and selling. Buying and selling lets you see more coins.
Ken >>
Coin shows and auctions let you see more coins!
The pride of possession of rare and beautiful objects
The visual impact of some modern and classic coins and series, especially when struck in silver, gold, platinum
The benefits of possessing a hard asset
Had to mod the quote but it sums it for me. Other than this forum I have only one other that I discuss my hobby with. Plenty of wannabies, but none that could spot a key, a cam, or a trade dollar. So I don't even bother.
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<< <i>The "cool old stuff" factor. Second is giving coin related gifts. Third is having stuff go up in value.
The people, sorry, but it that one is a "meh," because I have met a fair share of jerks in the hobby, as well as a good many with below average social skills. >>
There are jerks everywhere, and it is a shame that you have let them affect you. I have some wonderful friendships that started because we connected over coins. With some of these people, I rarely even discuss coins as our friendships have gone well beyond an interest in numismatics. >>
I've decided that the coin hobby seems to attract a higher percentage of jerks than some other places I meet people. Maybe those other venues are above average and coin people are just average, but gosh, there sure are a lot of jerks, doom-and-gloomers, online stalkers, trolls, folks with explosive tempers that hold grudges forever, and worse.
Overall I'd say coin folks have below average social skills. Yes, there are a few outstanding individuals that go above and beyond, but again, I'd say it is lower than folks I meet elsewhere. Sorry, but that's been my experience. I've met a lot of coin folks, both online and in person. I've been in the hobby for decades now, so it is unlikely to change, and it is unlikely that it is just bad luck with a few bad apples. There are a lot of bad apples, so when folks wax poetic about their numismatic friendships, it has not been my experience.
Research
Thrill of the hunt
sharing of knowledge and shooting the breeze with coin buddies
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<< <i>The "cool old stuff" factor. Second is giving coin related gifts. Third is having stuff go up in value.
The people, sorry, but it that one is a "meh," because I have met a fair share of jerks in the hobby, as well as a good many with below average social skills. >>
There are jerks everywhere, and it is a shame that you have let them affect you. I have some wonderful friendships that started because we connected over coins. With some of these people, I rarely even discuss coins as our friendships have gone well beyond an interest in numismatics. >>
I've decided that the coin hobby seems to attract a higher percentage of jerks than some other places I meet people. Maybe those other venues are above average and coin people are just average, but gosh, there sure are a lot of jerks, doom-and-gloomers, online stalkers, trolls, folks with explosive tempers that hold grudges forever, and worse.
Overall I'd say coin folks have below average social skills. Yes, there are a few outstanding individuals that go above and beyond, but again, I'd say it is lower than folks I meet elsewhere. Sorry, but that's been my experience. I've met a lot of coin folks, both online and in person. I've been in the hobby for decades now, so it is unlikely to change, and it is unlikely that it is just bad luck with a few bad apples. There are a lot of bad apples, so when folks wax poetic about their numismatic friendships, it has not been my experience. >>
I am a person with an explosive temper who holds grudges forever. Other than that, I am a great guy.
In this order -
- The history
- The researching and learning
- The thrill of the hunt
<< <i>Acquiring coins really cheap by ripping off elderly widows. That, and the wonderful friendships. >>
This made me laugh!
For 10+ long years, I've obviously have been collecting the wrong coins.
Leo
The more qualities observed in a coin, the more desirable that coin becomes!
My Jefferson Nickel Collection