Free Coins from @Paddy54

I received more free coins today from yet another CoinTalk member. @Paddy54, thank you for your kindness and generosity. As you can see, I didn't wait till Christmas! LOL. This is now the sixth set of coins that I've received as gifts.

I didn't expect so many, because @Paddy54 mentioned that he was going to include "a couple more" with the off-center struck nickel.



Here's a close-up of the off-center nickel. This is actually my first error coin. I'll put it in a DIY slab and a fancy box, just because it's my first ever.

A couple of proof nickels. I was under the impression that only the San Francisco Mint issued proofs. These are from Philly. So I googled and learned that the previous statement is true only since 1968. (Learn something new every day.)

These proofs look so much nicer in real life. Are mostly all proof nickels full steps?

A 1943 BU War Nickel.


A planchet. This one got me stumped. How do they know that it's a Wheat Blank and not a Memorial Blank? It say "Pre 59." How do they know it's not "Pre 82?"


A very nice 1899 Indian Heat Cent.

A 1968-S BU LMC, marked DDO-006. I haven't looked it up yet. I couldn't really see the doubling yet, but what do I know?


A 1950 BU Nickel. I haven't seen capsules like this one. It fits very tightly around the coin, like a skin. Do I have full steps? I have yet to check.

Well, I've reached my 10-photo limit. Just wanted to post these before it gets too late. @Paddy54 - thank you again for your gifts and thoughtfulness. Sorry for the email fiasco. Too bad about that.

 

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I love it when we get a chance to help each other. Great coins.

 

Kindness and generosity is exceedingly endless upon this forum.

 

Even if an Irishman is involved.........

 

And that's a good thing folks. Don't get your ethnic noses out of joint.

 

A 1950 D? Nice!! That off center nickel is a beauty as well. Paddy54 has been good to me as well in the past few months.

I’m glad you like your coins.

 

Wonderful gifts, enjoy them.
More kudos for @Paddy54

 

Glad to see you received the package Jeff.
The coins weren't actually free you won the off center nickel fare, and square having your name pulled after the first thread was closed. The other items I included you earned by being respectful to the forum and the members here. You see Jeff most of us older collectors were given a hand when we were younger,by an older collector. It a practice that most of us do to pay it forward, or pay it back to keep the hobby going ,and passing on our passion for collecting coins.
Your total respect towards others,and willingness to learn shows. Your guardians have taught you well.
I am pleased to know that you like the coins,and hope you enjoy them for many years.
I also hope you will continue to collect,and pass on to another YN at some point in your life the same support, and passion that the members here on CT have done for you.
Wishing you ,and yours a happy holiday season. Best Regards Paddy54

 

Now having my morning cup of jo....to answer your question on the 59 blank....It was pulled from a unc. Roll by myself so thats how. You can weight blanks too to determine the weight .


As a kid i had my Jefferson nickel collections finished first 1938 -1965 however the 1950 D was the only coin I couldn't find in my newspapers collection bag.... they were not in circulation. Most hoarded in unc. Rolls....it was my last spot to fill in my set. You could buy one at $35 uncirculated.
Now here's the kicker.... go down load a inflation calculator put in $35 in 1964 money and compare it to 2021 money. I believe that you will understand quickly why a 10 yo YN couldn't afford one.
Years ago I had the opportunity to buy a roll of 50 D's.... so at least 35 YN's now have been given a unc. 1950 D Jefferson....For their collection.

 

To answer one of your questions, prior to 1968 all proof coins were struck at the Philadelphia mint. Starting in 1968 proof coins have been struck at the San Francisco mint.

 

I didn't even know about the 1950-D. You guys and your knowledge of key dates are amazing. I know some of the more "famous" key dates, but had no idea about the 1950-D Nickel.

 

Thank you.

 

And I promise to do the same. I'll remember the joy it brings to the one on the receiving end. Thanks again.

 

1964 $35 = 2021 $312 bucks. I didn't know about the 1950-D at all. Was going to google and check the Red Book tonight. Wow.

 

That's surreal.

 

Very nice. Class act that @Paddy54

 

What a kind gesture @Paddy54. The post of appreciation is also to be commended JeffC. Happy days to both of you!

 

Wow! Very kind and generous of you Paddy and very nice of OP for the appreciation post. The community on this forum really is legit.

 

Not entirely sure, and would appreciate correction, but the 1950 D nickel was considered a key or semi-key from the year it was first made. The price stayed ~$10 for years.

 

Love the off center 83 with a die clash