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@BillJones Why would anyone just ignore the stuff you bring? It's always so fascinating!! To me, failing to take advantage of your knowledge and coins is nonsensical. (View Post)

I have a 1722 Hibernia, Harp left MS 60 BN that I purchased directly from one of the Eliasberg auctions in 1996 or 1997, I forget which. It's pedigreed to Eliasberg and has never been touched si… (View Post)

@RogerB In addition to what you say, I have purchased a few proof coins from the 1860s. When I look at these coins, I think of the collector who purchased it from the mint and try to envision his (or… (View Post)

@CaptHenway Here is a modern use of the term "two bits" but first, a bit of history: Similar to what @Hydrant said, at the University of Florida back in 1949, when the football team was awf… (View Post)

Long time ago I bid at lot of money (for me) on a coin in a Bowers and Merena auction. I was the high bidder until a day or so before the auction and then someone topped my bid. Since I was at my lim… (View Post)