pendragon1998

2010 NGC MS69 Silver Britannia

I just picked up this Canadian large cent which I think looks pretty nice.

I dug the woodgrain and it's in nice shape, probably AU, but I haven't opened the 2x2.

(Blackhawk's pictures from PCGS forum)

My latest acquisition:

2009 PCGS MS69 Silver Britannia

The spot on the neck is on the slab. The little spots in the obverse field are there, but the photo accentuates them, they're not as noticeable in-hand. The reverse design is a repeat of the original 1997 Nathan design, also repeated in 1999, which I think is one of the better designs. I wish they'd come up with something new for this year, though. Photo is taken using a slightly modified axial lighting setup, which I've discussed in other posts. This catches me up on the series for this year, although I'm still on the lookout for the 2007, the last issue I need for a complete MS69 set. This'll be going into my registry set when the slot opens up Monday.

2008 Belarus 10 rubles: Great White Egret

Composition: 0.925 Silver

Weight: 16.81 g

Strike: Proof

Diameter: 32.00 mm

Issue Limit: 5,000

Issued by: National Bank of the Republic of Belarus

2007 Belarus 1 Rouble

Depicting a Thrush Nightingale - just got here the other day from a seller in Portugal. This is an absolutely beautiful design.

13.16 g; proof–like; diameter: 32 mm; mintage: 5000; composition: Cu-Ni

Well, I've finished my 20th century Republic of Somaliland circulating coinage collection; I now own one example of every coin issued by the country (for circulation) for each year. My entire collection is pictured below:

1994 Republic of Somaliland 1 Shilling

KM# 1; Aluminum, 20.5 mm

That's right, the Republic of Somaliland only issued one coin type for circulation during the 20th century. They later went on to release some rather generic commemoratives, but this was basically it for the 20th century.

And of course, since this coin was for my birds on coins collection, here's a little info on the species depicted on the obverse: the Somali Pigeon (Columba oliviae). Western science knows fairly little about the species. According to Birdlife International:

Columba oliviae is a locally common species endemic to north-east Somalia. It has been found from 45°E east to Cap Guardafui and south down the east coast as far as 7°30'N. It is a ground-feeding, rock-dwelling bird of arid, coastal regions, at altitudes of 75–750 m (though once seen at 1,425 m), within 24 km of the coast. It is generally resident but shows seasonal movements locally. It feeds mainly on the ground, on seeds, cultivated grains and berries. Very little is known of its breeding ecology. Apart from its small range, there is no indication that there are any threats to this species, and there is no reason to think that its status has changed in the last 60 years. However, there has been no survey or conservation work carried out in recent years, therefore its status is uncertain.[/Quote]

 

Sorry, no photos - I haven't been able to locate one on the web as of yet!

 

Most of the architectural medals I've come across have been copper or bronze.

This is a white metal example of St. Giles cathedral as reconstructed in 1883

(BHM 3157)

 

 

Sweet!

Ah...tokens for literate people. Nice!

Here's my latest aquisition for my MS69 Silver Britannia set. I'm now down to just the 2007. Any leads would be much appreciated.

2008 PCGS MS69 Silver Britannia

One thing many folks overlook is a good stapler. I like the Max HD-50DF Flat Clinch Full Size Stapler. It's not a $3 stapler (costs about $25) but it never jambs and it flat clinches the staples so that coins aren't damaged by 2x2s rubbing together. If you're clinching with pliers you're wasting a LOT of time.

 

WH

Very true. I love mine. You can find them a little cheaper on eBay.

Another excellent accessory is a simple hobby x-acto knife and replacement blades. They make popping open cardboard 2x2s, airtites, and other holders easy, and they're great for opening up packages too (carefully, of course). Actually, they're useful for about a million things, and they're cheap too.

I recently added this 1998 NGC MS69 Silver Britannia to my set, courtesy of dabigkahuna (thanks, Larry!). Now I'm down to needing only the 2007 and 2008 britannias to complete my MS69 set (leads appreciated).

Anyhow, I'm working on getting my photo of the coin the way I like it, and along the way, I took this pic.

I'm about 95% happy with these pics:

I got a Teletrade code in my inbox for $50 of free cash to spend in May (no minimum purchase - if it had been under $50, it was free).

It was a one-time use code, so I won't bother to share it.

$67 shipped after the code for this:

This was my first time buying from Teletrade, and honestly, I don't see myself doing so again unless they offer a similar bargain. Their buyer's fee of 12% on top of $5 shipping was ridiculous and something I could only justify since I was getting $50 off. They also seemed to have a lot of problem coins and coins which were way below average for the grade. Just not my cup of tea. Oh well, thanks Teletrade for the cheap bullion under spot. :ThumbsUp;

Love the color on that sixpence!

Here's my latest addition to my MS69 Silver Britannia set - a 2003: a coin that I've been looking to acquire for almost two years. I'm now down to the last three: 1998, 2007, and 2008. I've got the placeholders of the 1998 in NGC PF68 and the 2007 in NGC PF69UCAM, but I want the trio in MS69.

2003 NGC MS69 Silver Britannia

Nice coins all

 

You got one then pendragon

Yes...I finally convinced tootawl ATS to sell me his.

My latest: 2006 NGC MS69 Silver Britannia

That's a very attractive libertad. Good job!

Most important numsmatic accessory: Very deep pockets.

 

Seriously....

I love my camera (Nikon D300 + 200mm Macro lens + tripod).

Mmmm...D300...yum, yum...

Meguiar's PlastX Clear Plastic Cleaner and Polish was recommended to me by one of the best coin photographers as a good product for removing scratches from slabs for photography. Just rub on with a clean terry cloth in the direction of anticipated lighting. I bought some at an auto parts store and it works well. <$10, IIRC.

Disposable Powder-free Nitrile Gloves are what I wear when handling raw coins. Nitrile is superior to latex for me because I'm allergic to latex. They don't shed lint, they don't collect dirt (as cotton gloves do over time), they're cheap, and you can buy them from a discount warehouse store for <$10/box of 150 gloves.

I picked this up for a buddy ATS:

Here's my latest: a 1909 VDB Lincoln cent for my 20th century type set and my Lincoln Dansco. Only 16 more to go in the Dansco.

I don't believe so, but I could write most of what I know about groats on a groat, so to speak. I'm learning, though! You can make out the rest of the missing Cs; they're just faint. I think it's strike related weakness.

A trade from Lord Marcovan ATS: Charles II Groat from 1679:

Charles II by the Grace of God, King of Great Britain, France, and Ireland.

robec, that's like going from a older Motel6 to a brand new Double Tree!

 

I still like them both...do not get rid of the honest wear Jefferson though, those old coins have character to them.

I think you meant to address that comment to me (about the nickels). I certainly won't get rid of the worn jefferson - I love its appearance. I just wanted to have a higher grade in my type set.

I just upgraded...guess which one's the new one

I'll give you a hint: the new one's a PCGS MS65FS

My latest for my 20th century US type set: 1938 PCGS MS65