What's the captions on yours, Collecting Nut? I can read a name and partial date but I'm sure I'm missing something. The second is too fuzzy for...
If both stamps have the same characteristics and on the same type and date coin it's a possibility. Unfortunately, initials-only stamps are nearly...
These coins were stamped outside of the mint as souvenirs, Charlotta. Sets of coins, including one with each state's outline, were put together...
A beautiful medal, Santinidollar. No problem breaking open this type of slab...though I wouldn't personally. The "vice method" I described above...
I use the same exact method. It works well but you have to be very careful that the coin doesn't get damaged or scratched. I've never had a...
If I remember correctly, Circus, TEC is a collector's organization for these pieces. Is that right and what so the initials stand for? Thanks. Bruce
My sentiments are the same as Mountain Man's. The interest level in tokens and exonumia is very high to me...much more so than with coins. Bruce
Thanks, Circus. Now that you mention it, I recall having seen some of the round cardboard ones. Bruce
That's interesting, Circus. I didn't realize that there were paper or cardboard tax tickets. I'm used to seeing the metallic or plastic ones. I...
I hope you have the best birthday ever, Ken. Congratulations! Bruce
A deep scratch. Bruce
I'm glad you still got a free 1/2 pint. It looks like the offer was good only in 1696:woot: Cheers, Bruce
Many thanks for the great history behind the token, lowle. Makes collecting more interesting for me when you know something about one you have....
Thanks, lowle. Bruce
That's a nice token, lowle. Do you know when it was issued? Bruce
Agree with paddyman98. Interesting coin. Bruce
Any "scary" threads it can be posted to? :eek: Bruce
Please see my PM to you. Thanks, Bruce
I didn't realize Jethro was old, Frank. Bruce
Most older counterstamps were struck on circulating coins, but not always. Most issues struck today...more than you think...are on new or near new...
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