Alex in PA.

Agreed.  People often think the saying: "You can't fight city hall." is a joke.  I spent 11+ years fighting the VA all the way to the high courts in Washington, DC.  I didn't win even though I, and the lawyers, thought I was right.

On 2/13/2021 at 6:48 PM, GoldFinger1969 said:

I'll bet even the Economy service in the 1990's and early-2000's was pretty quick compared to today. 

Darn sure was but it didn't have to face the problems we are having today.  An increase of population using the mail services, Covid infecting USPS, UPS, FedEx, et al employees, etc.  As I can remember  things went a lot smoother in the past.  Maybe it was just luck.

I'm not a fan of that designation being old and from a time long past.  I collect Carson City coins and have only one PL that's an 1865 CC Morgan MS65 PL VAM 6.  Bought it because I couldn't find one at the time.

Excellent historical read, thanks.  Certainly was a lot of government hoopla over some $20.00 coins.  

On 12/19/2020 at 9:56 AM, Starbuy said:

Counterfeits are sold in all internet sites from Walmart to Ebay to Facebook. We need stronger laws to protect our hobbies. 

The Chinese have expanded their coin industry to include very modern coins, medals, commens, etc.  Producing forgeries of all goods is a lucrative business in China and Eastern Europe.

21 minutes ago, GoldFinger1969 said:

What's the gist of the CAC discussion over at CU ?

Bout the same but some time ago it was dog eat dog.  I think the last one was relatively calm.   

For years I have read the CAC thread posted ATS and wondered when it would get here.  In comparison this has been a well mannered thread and a very educational read.  

22 hours ago, MAULEMALL said:

They even have a comic mod who does nothing but monitor me for almost infractions

I have been a member, off and on, since Sleepy Hollow began.  I also consider myself a keeper of past postings.  Therefore, I demand to be 'monitored'. 

On 7/12/2008 at 4:14 PM, mommam17 said:

Sorry, you`ll have to find out on your own. I`m not getting sued, Thank you.

An interesting way of escaping.  

Oh dear gawd!

I have foundc over the year that I get better deals with this system:  PCGS for Silver and NGC for Gold.  Only my preference and opinion folks.

18 minutes ago, zadok said:

most coins are not purchased in the first place based on their selling price..

Agreed.  At least with me.  I usually buy on 'eye appeal'.  I like beautiful coins; or maybe 'pretty' would be a better name.  

1 hour ago, BearlyHereBear said:

I'm not smart enough too buy them raw.

Me too Bear; me too.

You got the coins and it's you who has to decide rocket23.  I would pick the ones I value the most.  Not what you or anybody else tells me but what I value the most.  Hope this helps and good luck to you.

13 minutes ago, Brian Rhoades said:

What could cause this?

Trains crossing bridge over lake or very big river with what appears to be mountains in the background being reflected in the lake/river.

A very interesting piece of numismatic history.  Thanks for posting it.

1 hour ago, VKurtB said:

70 degrees on Wednesday,

10 this morning here in Downtown Lock Haven and looking for another 10 tomorrow.  One day of 70 would be so nice.  Glad you found Paradise.

"There's a sucker born every minute."  Benjamin Franklin

rocket23    

1 hour ago, VKurtB said:

Isn’t that an old Monty Python bit?

I don't know.  I may have heard it somewhere and it stuck.  How are things in the Land of Champions?  Roll Tide!

1 hour ago, VKurtB said:

Every once in a while there is an interesting thread there.

Yes there is but for the new comers I'd say:  You have to learn to pick and choose.  I scan the TOPICS that are listed and if anything interests me I'll open and see.  The same for ATS. If I don't find anything interesting then I'm gone.

If you go looking for an argument sooner or later you will find it.

18 minutes ago, VKurtB said:

Now you are here and still taking shots

It appears that there is a lot of that going around.  Unfortunately, those folks will not find too many 'sympathetic' ears here.

1 hour ago, GoldFinger1969 said:

700 bags would have been 175,000 coins. 

3rd US Army records recorded 711 bags (size of bag unknown) of US $20.00 gold pieces.