That looks interesting -- how does that type of error come about? Is it an impression of a wire left on the coin from the strike? Dymaxion
What do you mean by "marginally profitable"? Melting them down and making a sculpture that you could sell? Dymaxion
I think GDJ's point about the distinction between metal value and numismatic value is key here. While there may be "two ways to win," remember...
I found this paordy of the Mint's endeavors very amusing: http://www.theonion.com/news/index.php?issue=4118&n=3 Enjoy. Dymaxion
This is a very good point. I agree that a past Presidents series might be fun and educational, and mmaaaaaybe I don't even mind if the...
The following quote is from an article today about the potential Presidential $1 coin series...
Probably best not to continue "running your thumb over it" or it will not be in excellent condition for too much longer! Dymaxion
Dan -- Why do you prefer the Kruggers to the 22-karat bullion coins of other countries? What makes them "hard to beat" as you say? Dymaxion
New U.S. 24-karat Gold Coin I just came across this article about the U.S. planning to issue a 24-karat gold coin:...
I don't mean to fuel the debate, but couldn't help thinking as I read all the messages above that there must be some sort of authority about what...
I guess we should also mention the quantity issue. The price I mentioned ($1.75 to $2.25 per ounce above spot) was generally for purchases of 20...
I second Mr. Sushi's comment -- I'll ship all you want for more than $3.25 per ounce over spot. I suppose it is a little less convenient to make...
I have a buddy who uses Bullion Direct for all of his gold and silver bullion needs. He recommended it very highly to me -- said it is easy to...
Accuracy? I wonder if the accuracy of those machines (both CoinStar and the bank machines) is routinely checked. I know it is not precisely...
TraderNick (or other folks in the know) -- Can you please explain the differing prices for recent-year bullion coins? Why would the (non-proof)...
Well, I just came across this picture, but it is not consistent with the description I've been reading... Hmmm......
FIRST QUOTE: "A few weeks back, one of the stranger financial stories involved the coining of an intergalactic currency, the Galactos, designed to...
Here's an article from today's CNN/Money site on the state of the Reagan dime ("pretty much dead") and the Reagan $10 bill ("a real possibility of...
Whatever your political leanings, I think that it is right to give credit to Reagan for his service and to mourn his passing. That said, I've...
It IS a bizarre addiction. I don't even really collect coins (yet?), and I read just about every post on here.... Dymaxion
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