No again, its verdigris.
Do 'hoard' coins count??
This is an interesting thread, thanks Siberian Man for all the great examples, and to others who've contributed. The coin below is essentially...
So far the pop distribution is rather unusual. Two distinct populations forming a symmetry around 40 years. Would suggest that the 'average' forum...
Great coins, Charmy, that 1897 MPD is on my fantasy cherrypick list. Thanks for showing!
I am a member of two local coin clubs. There is usually a turnout of 25-40 people for each at any given meeting. They both meet monthly and have...
Thanks for the great post, Clinker! And to 900fine, congratulations on your fundraising efforts for Haiti. Its always great to hear positive...
I was just in Vancouver BC and the Royal Canadian Mint is putting the word out plenty about the coins. A lot of posters around town advertising...
Turkey, 100 para, 1926.
Would agree with Doug on that one. The coin does not look good, and the weight is too low. This particular seller has not impressed me with...
Very interesting coin and historical background. The impact of the thaler on world coinage reaches almost every corner of the world. Some of my...
If I see a coin I want listed on a site without a photo I ask the seller if they can supply one. With the understanding that they may not be able...
Todd does some excellent photos. And that was great to see your grading set first hand today.
I contribute entries to Coin Facts Wiki. Some of my coins are posted there. And I am friends with others who also contribute. I say as much as...
I'll be there all three days. Already have my pass. See you all soon!
The conversation in this thread is difficult to follow but I wanted to comment that the original post is great, very interesting stuff.
My first degree was geological engineering. But my interest in coins is primarily historical and the evolution of economies.
Thanks for the report Charmy, it was great stopping by your table, and congrats on the new IHC variety. I was at the show Thurs and Sat. Its a...
Placer gold: gold that has been liberated from where it initially crystallized and has been transported (usually by water) and concentrated...
For a coin priced at over $100, the seller should at least be able to take proper photos. Since the seller has not bothered to do so, I would...
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