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Vangie I watched this Tube video last night on pour painting and I thought to myself I can do this...
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They used to, but I don't know if they are still mfg'd.

 

I just ordered these - I bought some coins and when they were delivered, they came sealed in these types of holders. I just had to try them out - hate when my staples scratch my coins.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074R9G94V/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=AL8V8A48BILUV&psc=1

 

Great I’ll get some in the mean time what do I do with all the ones that have to be stapled? Lol

 

Absolutely and there are so many ways to mix your flip cup..I started out this way and then began using resin for my medium then adding pigment..one word of caution when using resin..right temp..right mixture ratio..work surface has to be level..no dust particle or hair floating in the air because it will land in your art oh and you have to use a heat gun to pop the air bubbles...and never comes off of the surface so protect your work space.

 

You can get a "flat clinch" stapler. It flattens the staple as part of the process. Still not 100% mistake-proof, but a lot safer for coins.

I've seen some people voice concern about the adhesive on the self-sealing ones; there may be some risk it could cause discoloration on coins. I have no idea whether that's a problem in normal use.

 

I think they do. They are self sealing. But I like the staples better. You can carefully open them and take the coin out for perhaps taking a photo and then replace it.

 

I like the older ones also.

 

I had to do a double-take on that fourth photo. "A ladyslipper? In a pot?" But I certainly don't know my orchids, so I'm guessing it's just a family resemblance...?

 

It's actually potted in bark medium.. The 3 inch pot is resting in a ceramic pot.. We don't use soil since most orchids are not terrestrial.

 

If your metal detector doesn't identify silver dollars you need a new detector! LOL

 

The Max flat clinch stapler is invaluable, as you don't need to squash the staples after stapling with needlenose pliers. Some coin shops carry them, or you can order online through coin/hobby supply vendors, amazon, etc. I recommend the standard size model, and they run about $15.

 

Valuables were sometimes hidden in old wells, for one. Also, people often threw empty bottles in. At the time, these had little value, but now many are collected, and extremely rare, and can sell for thousands of dollars. Look up privy digging for related info. Coins, civil war artefacts, etc., are other commonly found items in many areas.

 

Finding error coins is nearly impossible. Well, not impossible but its extremely rare. I'd go about it like hunting for coins and if you find an error, great! if not, its ok. still having fun =]

 

Don't b discouraged...remember to always look in coinstar machines and vending you'd be surprised how many coins you'll find. Many times people don't want to bend over and get that 1 nickel or dime. Congrats on your finds and happy hunting and welcome to CT =)

 

I’ve actually asked my local Food Lion to sell me some of the coins in their coin star machine...it was met with a puzzled and confusing glare. End result was they can’t do that. I’m sure some places allow it and imagine what would be found!!

 

Yes exactly my thoughts that’s why I purchased the two sided magnet...now I just have to find a old well!!

 

Sure, but I'm looking for paper currency! A few $100 bills would do the trick!

 

You've found two more West Point quarters than I have.

Pre-pandemic I searched boxes and bags of cents, nickels, dimes and half dollars. I've found lots of nice stuff, considering how much I sifted through. Good stuff is out there if you look and go through a lot.

 

I knew that! Just having a little fun! I imagine everyone would buy a detector like you're talking about. LOL