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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Honolulu Dick, post: 1027307, member: 24745&quot;]Another thought has come to mind that may assist you towards developing your state coin project.</p><p><br /></p><p>At your local hardware store, ask for a package of J B Weld.&nbsp; This is a 2-part epoxy that comes in two smallish tubes, having a thick-bodied cream texture.&nbsp; Mix a small amount in equal proportions, and using a toothpick, dab what amounts to the size of a drop on the back of a practice coin.&nbsp; Press the coin firmly to another metal surface to spread the mixed epoxy.&nbsp; Let cure overnight and then try to pry the coin free.&nbsp; You will be amazed&nbsp; at the strength of the adhesion.</p><p><br /></p><p>Try making a hat pin using the same technique.&nbsp; Epoxy a small safety pin to a practice coin.&nbsp; This may call for more than a single drop - - - try using several drop size dabs.&nbsp; Press the pin into the epoxy and let cure overnight. </p><p><br /></p><p>Prepare the surfaces to be epoxied by cleaning them with a green scrubby, liquid dish detergent, rinse and thoroughly dry.&nbsp; Warm air from a hair dryer or a heat lamp speeds the curing process.&nbsp; For your first couple of experiments, overnight curing is recommended.</p><p><br /></p><p>Have been using J B Weld for decades to stick metal surfaces together when restoring antique horseless carriages.&nbsp; On critical surfaces where you can&#039;t use heat from a torch, it&#039;s one of the few affordable ways available for salvation.</p><p><br /></p><p>Have fun experimenting.&nbsp; Keep us informed of your progress.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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