Strange, I saw a set just like this a couple of weeks ago, Bill.:D Bruce
You're fight, Insider. It doesn't matter a wit to me. Maybe we can just describe them as purposeful damage.:D Bruce
Maybe not necessary, Jack, but they often are. Even if not, the condition of the counterstamp itself is important to a serious collector. Steve...
Thanks for the additional info on one of my favorite counterstamps. It's always nice to learn new things about these pieces. You're likely right...
Nice old American primitive, chromerunner. There are a lot of these old style stamps around, but nearly all of them are unattributed. The poor...
That's impressive, 49er. It looks huge, Have you measured it? Any edge lettering? Bruce
There's an "I.B.B." counterstamp known, Frank, but I'm not sure yours is the same one. Isaac B. Burbbayge from St. Louis was involved a number of...
I believe the Ayers pieces are the most common of these, or nearly so. The value depends somewhat on the condition of the "glass" (I believe it's...
Are there other denominations of March tokens, Jack? It would seem likely that there would be at least a 25 cent and $1.00 one. The website idea...
Those March Field tokens are exceptionally well done compared to many others, Jack. They have a special quality look to them. They remind me more...
I don't know, Frank. It's probably better if you post your stuff here though as it gets more exposure. Do you have some new things to show us? Bruce
Not wrong, Jack, just shows you have your priorities right.:) Bruce
Looking forward to seeing it, Jack. I don't recall seeing it before. Bruce
Counterstamping coins was very common in the 19th century, especially from c1830/1880. It was a method of free advertising for businesses. It was...
Thanks, Frank. I'll have to make a note of that on my 2x2. Bruce
Here's some more of my exonumia related to numismatics. I love the toning on the Fowler token. The second one is a die trial strike on aluminum. I...
Civil War tokens are interesting to collect, 49er. While some are very pricey, many are available that are easy on the wallet. There are a lot of...
Wow, Jack, you do have a big collection. I don't think I ever asked you if you have any preferences in the types of military tokens you...
Thanks, 49er. I've been collecting counterstamps and other exonumia for almost as long as dirt has been around.It's been a good ride.:) Bruce
Here's a couple more, 49er. I'll try to post more later. The BR&M counterstamp is mine, struck on a cull Large Cent. I don't know who issued the...
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