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Thursday evening (June 13) the Fairfax Coin Club held a "Book Night" theme meeting. Members were given the opportunity to make advance purchases of a range of new books at 1/2-price and als… (View Post)

Follow-on letter from 1875 showing that gold proof sets remained available. June 15, 1875 Sir: We will forward to your address by Adams Express, C.O.D. on the 16th inst, 1 Gold proof set for each of … (View Post)

This is Longacre's transmittal letter for two sets of designs for the new $3 gold coin. The drawings are not with the original letter. Mint of the U. S. Philadelphia August 4, 1853 Col. J. R. Sn… (View Post)

A hobby is not a monetary investment. It is an investment in your personal well-being and knowledge; that is were large profits can be accrued. (View Post)

TR was proposed for a 2-1/2 cent coin, but the idea denomination did not generate public or Congressional support. The fundamental reasons for ignoring TR were built on objections to nearly everythin… (View Post)