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Re: When does a mordern coin become a classic ?
<< <i>CladKing ... Yes and No. True - a 1950(d) nickel was a "classic" fourteen years later in 1964. But, equally true that many 14-25 year old coins today are also "classics" right now by the same definition. For example, the 1995-W Silver Eagle, the 1999 (proof dies) gold eagles, the 08 rev 07 silver eagles, the 1990 NO… -
Re: Any one collect Assay Medals? (Again)
<< <i>never heard of them; what are they? >> As part of the Mint act of 1792 a commision was authorized that would meet annually to test selected samples of coinage from the previous year. Originally the members of this commission were all government people. In 1837 membership was opened up to private citizens as well and… -
Re: Bought a nice crustry old piece of Mormon gold last week....
There is a site in Omaha where many Mormons died on their trek, during a brutal winter. Historical facts, largely unknown by the masses concerning early settlers and pioneers are some of the reasons I find Mormon Gold so intriquing. Yours has some serious character, Lakesammman.… -
Re: Gold closed above $400...can the $400
<< <i>dcarr -- "A 6% mortgage is a good deal IF you can invest the money someplace and earn MORE than 6% in return. In this environment, that is a major challenge" Agreed. (However, if I were advising a disciplined person holding a 6 % mortgage and good cash flow, I would probably suggest that they keep the mortgage. In… -
Re: Please define First Strike ? .. 100K (or so) Silver Eagles
A phrase that collectors fall for but is really just a totally false label to get more money. Tell me how a first strike ms70 coin is different then a non-first strike 70? -
Re: The Decline of Coin Collecting
Same thing said by Copilot- This new world appears to have a growing demand for coins and a skyrocketing demand for moderns. The decline in the hobby ended in 1996 for demographic reasons and the acceptance of the state quarters. The new world is six months old. It will take years to form as the hum grows louder. Sure,… -
Re: Stopped raining at last
Hi Ricko, what a day...that rain didnt stay off but i was on site before it started with my flask of tea and deviled ham sandwiches.A lot of the area is covered over by large trees so i stayed pretty dry. The terrain is flat as a pancake , front,back and sides of a house now empty built around 1886 or prior.Its on what was… -
Re: TEZT
From a recent email discussion about Noah's Ark :- . . . . . . Have you ever applied skepticism or critical thinking to these beliefs? No, I don't criticise God's Word. To do so would mean I knew more than God, which would be grossly arrogant on my part. Yes I try to gain a greater understanding of what the Bible says, but… -
Re: The 1st batch of pictures of Augustus Saint-Gaudens Summer Home and Studio, in Cornish, NH; now a Na
You have a good time? I was there last fall. Very enjoyable. Unfortunately my tour guide didn't know squat about coins--she gave everyone a bunch of completely false information. -
1962 Civil War News Set for Sale - Registry #10
1962 Topps Civil War News - Complete Set This set is currently Number 10 on the PSA Registry. The name is "Dreaming of 1962". I have been working on this set for several years. I have opened over one dozen cello packs putting this set together. . Great Gloss . Corners Needle Sharp . White Boarders . Nice Centering . Nice…
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