If I recall correctly, the first time I met Shane face-to-face was at a show in Clearwater about 6 years ago. (Please correct me if I'm wrong, buddy!) His posts on these forums had belied his age because I was expecting someone much older. He was carrying with him a large, metal "lunchbox" full of toners which he proceeded to show my Mom & me. That's when I really became interested in Morgan toners. Since that occasion, we have tried to get together at various shows whenever possible, and I have always been amazed at his ability to know which dealers would have the best selections and great bargains. Over the years when someone has posted photos of a really nice coin, I can't count the number of times I have expressed my admiration by making such comments as, "It's ugly! Send it to me!" or "What were you thinking? I'll take it off your hands!" Well, last week was no different. When Shane started his thread about some vintage NGC slabs, I said pretty much the same thing about one of them, an 1896 Morgan. http://boards.collectors-society.com/ubb...rue#Post5070208 When Shane said, "It's yours!", I thought he was just kidding much as I had done. Subsequently, via PM, I learned that he was dead serious. His reason for this kind gesture is rather personal, so please forgive me for not telling you why. It's not easy for me to find the right words to express my appreciation for someone who has been such a good friend. You know, you can go through your whole life and still count the number of true friends you have on just one hand, and Shane is one of those rare individuals whom you can trust with your life. For the record, that will be the last time that I ever use expressions such as, "What were you thinking?" or "It's ugly!" because it now has a very special meaning for me. Thanks, buddy! Anyway, I received the Morgan yesterday, and here are Shane's photos since my photographic abilities really $uck. Chris Attachments Description:
That to me restores a little faith in humanity... good on you Shane and congrats on the super coin Chris!
That is awesome. Congrats!I don't know Shane, but he sure does come up with some nice coins! Sounds like he is a great friend.
Thank you for sharing this nice story. Easy it is to meet 'acquaintance' type friends; hard it is to actually find the few we connect with and trust. How fortunate for both of you! Bless your friendship! Gosh, the coin is hideous! I'll be glad to get rid of it for you... (Just kidding!! The colors are beautiful!) Lucy Lucy
Nice gesture from Shane. Friends are important. You can't pick your family, but you can pick your friends (nose jokes aside).
I'm sorry, I meant I have never met or talked to him. I follow his auctions, and did enjoy reading his posts the short time he was on this forum.
