Out of blue, I asked one of my local shop to see if they have any circulated IKEs. He went to storage and bring me a large metal can with full of IKEs. I asked him how much he sell each IKE, he said, "$1.10". It's nice to see his shocked expression that I will buy them all. The total is 286 IKE and much cheaper than eBay at current completed price. The picture below showed 262 coins because I pulled 24 IKEs to keep as collection... I planned to keep the rest into storage for time being. Out of 24 IKEs, no FEV or 1972 Type 2, but found some talon head, volunteer, eye clashed, peg leg, etc. However, I found a prize in the lot. I think this one is harder than 1972 Type 2, but IKE collectors keep saying it can be found, but I can't find it for sale in anywhere included eBay for past a year. I did asked some IKE collectors to see if they can sell one to me, but no luck. Here's picture of one coin that I am happy to find... Yep, it's tiger claw variety. Overall, I am happy with this lot.
