Definitely a keeper. You might find you can sell it for a bit of a premium to the right buyer.
That's a really interesting counterstamp. Looks like he did things one letter at a time. It would be great if you could find out who and where...
Have to agree. This math is generally not taught until 8th grade. So you most likely have never encountered it. But basically it is trying to find...
I have a question, and it may seem really stupid.....but, here goes...... Supposing the Chinese counterfeiters are now using 90% silver blanks...
Looks like a Japanese 5 yen, brass
Sounds like you have a really nice collection there.
On October 29, 2011, Jupiter will be at opposition. At opposition, the Earth passes in between the sun and Jupiter, at which time Jupiter lies...
The best part of that security system is you never have to explain anything to the Police! LOL
I took a look at the coin, as well as others that want to take monetary advantage of this. Such a shame that people actually will buy this...
Ebay is not the best place to look to see what prices are. Sometimes they are all over the place. But if you don't have a book, I'd suggest...
Guess you're right about the geometry. Funny how I always associated that particular thing with Trig???? Who knows, I was bad at anything more...
But it's math that you need. I doubt a small model will do.
One of these was listed on ebay for 29.50 http://www.ebay.com/itm/CWT-Patriotic-Tradesmen-Currency-One-Cent-/130557555344#ht_703wt_800 but I don't...
I think it's trig that you need.
No need to shout at us! :yes: I'm sure that whatever happens, someone will win this contest and all will be well! :devil:
I think you may be right about the 3rd coin being a pence, due to the shape of the device (head). As to the others ???????
It might help (or not, I don't know) to see the reverses of these coins. Also to know what lettering you can see with coin in hand on them.
From my observations, and knowledge base, if you have a Legnth --- that can be considered ONE unit, and if you add an amount to it, then it is...
In a cookie jar on the counter.
PM sent. Thanks for the contest!
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