Great coin and very interesting reading! I love knowing some of the history behind the coins. Andy
Just found out the credit union I use has a change dump machine that is at no cost to members. Since I did't have to roll the chage back up I...
Thanks for the contest. That was fun. I thought I had it with Sawyer. Congrats Phoenix! BTW- I've got two myself Bubby and Sheba. Andy
Sawyer? Andy
Silver? Andy
I really like that Lion! Andy
Cool coin. I'm not qualified to "guess" at the grade but I'll guess you paid $10.75 for the coin. What do I win if I'm right? Andy
Nice collection!!! Andy
Don't sweat it too bad. It's definitely a mistake just to walk out on a job. I know because I've done it before too. No shame in making mistakes-...
Henrik, I love the chop marks on that 8 Reales coin. Not sure what it's worth but very cool! Andy
Free coins are still free coins. Beats the hell out of socks and a wallet (empty of course). That's what I got for Xmas. Andy
pgrim, What's really rare is having a coin that was presented to your Grandfather by the Pope! Numismatically speaking the coin might only be...
First I began coveting Ancient coins- now Notgeld currency- This forum may be hazardous to my pocket book!! Andy
Beautiful cent. I have a 1798 as well but it's very worn. Your's is MUCH nicer. Andy
Thanks for the info- Just went and looked up "notgeld" coins on wikipedia and learned something new. Yet another type of coin I'd like to collect....
Drusus, I love the 1921 2 Mark coin. What country is that from? Andy
Catalytic converters contain platinum. Unscroupulous scrap dealers will pay $$$ for them. Platinum prices are around $1650 per ounce right now. We...
I'm absolutely no help as far as identifying them- but I certainly enjoyed looking at them. Nice coins. Andy
I'd be remiss if I didn't point out (again) those little plastic holders. As a former Purchasing Agent with years of procurement experience, I...
Sharpblue how bout some pics of your Trumpet tail dime. You've got my curiosity up. Andy
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