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Accellerated toning of silver coins in new houses?
PARKLAND, Fla. – At the height of the U.S. housing boom, when building materials were in short supply, American construction companies used millions of pounds of Chinese-made drywall because it was abundant and cheap. Now that decision is haunting hundreds of homeowners and apartment dwellers who are concerned that the… -
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Numismatic History – John Jay Pittman A lot has been written about John Pittman and his collection. You can easily find information online and in books. My intent with this post is to try to capture some of the little known facts about the man, the experiences that influenced his perspective, and his collecting philosophy.… -
Old Thread: Numismatic History – John Jay Pittman
A lot has been written about John Pittman and his collection. You can easily find information online and in books. My intent with this post is to try to capture some of the little known facts about the man, the experiences that influenced his perspective, and his collecting philosophy. John Pittman was born in Chase City,… -
Rare Coins as Investment
You are here: FPA Net > FPA Journal > Between The Issues > Technical Articles > Rare Coins: A Distinct and Attractive Asset Class Return to normal view Between the Issues Rare Coins: A Distinct and Attractive Asset Class by Robert A. Brown, Ph.D., CFA… -
Revolutionary Era Fortification Found Below Ground in Manhattan
I thought this was a neat story--some cool history involved, and yes, a coin found as well New York Times Article Ancient Wall Found in Path of New Subway Tunnel By PATRICK McGEEHAN Published: December 7, 2005 Three weeks after the Metropolitan Transportation Authority started digging a new subway tunnel under Battery… -
Re: PAoutdoorsman Arrested in PA?
<<<<< Sports Memorabilia Dealer Will Stand Trial Share This Story?Thursday, 18 September 2008 Allegations of re-sealed wax packs are a big part of the case against a Pennsylvania dealer who will now state his case in front of a jury. Cumberland County, PA judge Charles Clement ordered 47 year-old Roger Hooper back to court… -
Re: RIP George Herbert Walker Bush, 41st President of the United States
Collectors Note: Recently I purchased a set of eight uniface medals, mounted on a board, that illustrate the medal making process. Unlike coins, which are almost always produced with one blow from the dies, medals usually require multiple strikes to bring up the design. The reasons are that these pieces are usually larger,… -
Re: Bizzare happenings my last 2 posts....
test ============================== The Barber coinage consisted of a dime, quarter, and half dollar designed by United States Bureau of the Mint Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber. They were minted between 1892 and 1916, though no half dollars were struck in the final year of the series. By the late 1880s, there were… -
Treasury Dept. investigating Tom Noe's Washington connections
WASHINGTON - In the months before Tom Noe came under scrutiny for his state-funded rare-coin venture, he used a federal appointment to forge relationships with U.S. Mint officials that opened doors for him on Capitol Hill, documents obtained by The Blade show. And before he was brought down by scandal last year, the coin… -
FOR SALE: "History You Can Hold In Your Hands" SALE PENDING 10/27/17
1852 General Winfield Scott Presidential Campaign Token, 28mm Diameter, “Silvered” Brass, PCGS MS-63 @ $ALE PENDING Winfield Scott was the foremost American military leader in the first half of the 19th century, playing a prominent role in every major conflict from the War of 1812 to the Civil War. This token is unlisted…
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