I looked for my post, but can't remember what I posted as, but I bought a Mexican Libertad coin a few years ago and when I got it home, it JUMPED...
Damn...
Funny... "The specific amount of your portfolio that should be dedicated to precious metals varies depending on your circumstances. Some...
Ask and ye shall receive (usually with a smartass comment on CT) :)
I remember searching through the contents of a cash register when I was a really young kid, finding a 1916 Merc, turning it over and seeing a mint...
On the activity series of metals, copper is more reactive than silver...
A tip of the Hatlo Hat to you for being honest enough to respond. Do you collect any other stuff? You will get good advice here (along with some...
I thought they were so nice, I bid on half-a-dozen and got two of them!
The action of ketchup, hot sauce, barbecue sauce, etc. on copper coins is due to the vinegar and salt. I don't think I would try this on any...
I don't think he can. Trust but verify
Keep reading CT, it can de-stress you and sometimes give you a chuckle. Also check out the 1965-73 Frech 10 franc coins... [ATTACH]
ABSOLUTELY! A COA from a well-known dealer for an ancient coin carries LOADS more weight than a slab that the collector will probably break out...
I thought he meant toilet paper...
Chasing my tail [ATTACH]
Also the title of the second movie in the franchise
Really good movie
Chasing my tail is one of my hobbies... :) [ATTACH]
Hmmm, I thought it might be "utter"
I collect only Zimbabwe coins I find in circulation. Bus seriously folks, why limit yourself?
I think this is what is referred to as split-plate doubling, where the die moves during striking, and for clad coins, it can break the cladding....
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