That's a whole lot. Maybe too much. You may find collecting to be more satisfying if you concentrate on fewer objectives at a time.
Not ringing a bell. Can you post a pic of the other side?
Re #5, the 1/2 Anna . . . NGC World Coin Price Guide says $20 in VF. I'm guessing yours is closer to F. 1835-1845 India-British 1/2 Anna KM 447.1...
Take your foot off the gas a bit. I was specifically referencing okbustchaser's comments earlier on this page, which were less about modern mint...
I can relate. My interest in coinage is fueled in part by the human history linked to them. I just don't feel that connection with a...
Mr. Maxfli acknowledges endorsement of the ignore function by Mr. Bkozak33. :D
No offense taken. Just having some fun. :D
Had your comment been about Mr. Maxfli's post in particular, you would have been wrong. Had Mr. Maxfli desired a "jab" he would have, in all...
Nobody. I just get tired of wading through other peoples' arguments-cum-personal-attacks, which occur here ad nauseam. Scroll up this page and...
Geez, George, a little hyper-sensitive? All I did was share a point a view embraced by literally millions of frequent travelers. Nothing to get...
This is very cool! I just used the "ignore" function for the first time. Unlike other forums I'm on, where only the content of the ignored...
I never travel with more than a carry-on suitcase and a small backpack.* Valuables/essentials go in the pack (which will fit under a seat), just...
Thanks, Numi. What my answer would've been:
As should the effigy. Amazing that someone chose to fake such a relatively obscure coin.
These are all wonderful, Dave. As a group, French coinage is among the most attractive in the world IMHO. I have a few myself; wish I had more.
You're way too kind. I would've gone with "pompous gasbags." :D
Zero chance. Chalk it up to lesson learned the hard way — always put valuables in your carry-on.
There seem to be a lot of Dansco fans here, so I'll probably be excoriated for saying this, but I don't think those albums are particularly safe...
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This is why, as others have suggested, a 19th & 20th century US type set would be a great way for you to start, because it'll give you a little...
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