I've managed to twist the arms of my parents and my girlfriend into getting me coins that I wouldn't be able to afford normally, although the girlfriend has spent £60 and I quote "I won't be spending any more money on your stupid coins for Christmas - you need clothes and that". lmao, got £100 off the parents though and so far have these...
The NZ proposed royal visit crown, Cecil Rhodes crown, Bkanir state rupee, Burma kyat& Mu, S Africa 2 shillings, 1919 Canada and 1900 Newfoundland 50C, 1912 Newfoundland 20 C, BEIC java stiver, British Egypt 10 qirsh & 2 piastres, East Africa Protectorate 1 pice 1897, Dhar state 1/4 anna (Victoria Empress) East India Company 1/12 Anna, 1900 3d, 1898 shilling, 1939, 41 & 43 Australia 6d, 1887 1/4 rupee, XF Gambia 3d & shilling, BARBADOS pineapple penny 1788, 1900 Hong Kong 10, 1945 rupee (99p has been buried for years by the looks of it - cleaned up well though), Bahama penny 1806.
I believe I have enough budget for one more coin - we will see what materializes in the coming day though !
What are you guys getting for Xmas ?
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You're so lucky to get coins as gifts; I am so green with envy towards you right now... Well for me when it comes to coins I like to make it x-mas several times a year. And today was one of those occasions I treated myself to some numismatic gifts. 
I came home with several pounds (as in Kilos) of Ye Olde copper,
my favorite kind. I lost count but close to 150 coins in all. From around the world but mostly British, enough to keep me cataloging for days.. 
Among my large and heavy haul were these English favorites.
Farthings; 1754 George II, 1822, 1830 George IV, 1847, 1848, 1855, 1867 Victoria.
1/2 Penny; 1854 Victoria.
Pennies; a huge 1797 George III, and 1853, 1854 Victoria.
The 1853 has a few interesting stampings on her that say LONDON - not sure what that is about.
I came home with several pounds (as in Kilos) of Ye Olde copper,
my favorite kind. I lost count but close to 150 coins in all. From around the world but mostly British, enough to keep me cataloging for days.. Among my large and heavy haul were these English favorites.
Farthings; 1754 George II, 1822, 1830 George IV, 1847, 1848, 1855, 1867 Victoria.
1/2 Penny; 1854 Victoria.
Pennies; a huge 1797 George III, and 1853, 1854 Victoria.
The 1853 has a few interesting stampings on her that say LONDON - not sure what that is about.
So many coins... So little time...
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Haha we are so similar it is frightening me Mark 
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First I see we enjoy the same coins.
Then I read in another post you're a plumber? Guess what - I am an electrician, my fellow tradesman..
I haven't exactly had a stellar year either, things have been rough in the States for construction for the last 5 years at least. This year I worked for close to 6 months, been unemployed since July, but I still manage to budget for my coins. And I shop wisely at shows; the coins I buy are deeply discounted. I maybe spent about $40 for all those coins at a coin show today.
You mentioned a Jeep Liberty, I drive a Jeep Grand Cherokee.
And I have something in the works that should have me back to work before X-Mas also my friend..
Scary !!!-
!!! First I see we enjoy the same coins.
Then I read in another post you're a plumber? Guess what - I am an electrician, my fellow tradesman..
I haven't exactly had a stellar year either, things have been rough in the States for construction for the last 5 years at least. This year I worked for close to 6 months, been unemployed since July, but I still manage to budget for my coins. And I shop wisely at shows; the coins I buy are deeply discounted. I maybe spent about $40 for all those coins at a coin show today.
You mentioned a Jeep Liberty, I drive a Jeep Grand Cherokee.
And I have something in the works that should have me back to work before X-Mas also my friend..
Scary !!!-
So many coins... So little time...
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Wow that is fairly freaky ! I've only worked about 2 months this financial year (since April) that's why I've given up on the plumbing & gas for now and have headed for factory work. Have my medical for Nissan motors UK on Tuesday so that's my escape route, but I'm also doing my heavy good class 2 licence. We will see what happens but I think that I got so much money to spend as I please, to make me feel better about it, I doubt many 22yr old lads get that for Xmas Lol. Doubt I will next year - all going well I will be out with the GF ! Jeep Liberty over there is it ? Cool - I haven't put the Grand Cherokee out yet but I just love the Patriot! My dad has had a Chrysler Neon for 7 years now; it's a W reg (2000) and all it has cost him is £95 (albeit for a track rod end 
). That's not bad over the time !
). That's not bad over the time ! 
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I'm thinking about buying myself a better metal detector, but first I need to pluck up the courage to ask farmers for permission. 
Grosz do grosza i będzie kokosza.
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Just won myself an Island of Sultana keping and the Sierra Leone company 1 cent piece that's my Xmas sorted now. The reason I tried to do this early is before Royal Mail take on the Xmas temps and over the festive period more packages seem to go "missing" hence why I wont be swapping over Xmas.
that's my Xmas sorted now. The reason I tried to do this early is before Royal Mail take on the Xmas temps and over the festive period more packages seem to go "missing" hence why I wont be swapping over Xmas. 
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I think I'm getting money or clothes, as usual 
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Bad aint it ? I hate getting clothes.. it's like I could buy that any time of the year.. Some of these coins only come up once in a blue moon and are never as cheap as what they go for. I think it's the time of year though most people are saving for Xmas pressies etc so the bids aren't as frantic. The last 3 bikanir state rupees I've watched have all gone for over £30 - I won this for £16 ! And the Sierra Leone coins seem hard to get; I've seen them on coin sites but never eBay UK. In America they're always Buy It Nows - the only site I've seen the 1 cent on wants £95
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Speaking of cars, my first car (anyone know what it is?), my pick up truck....... and my Jeep.
Non illegitimis carborundum est. Excellent advice for all coins.
Make Numismatics Great Again!
Make Numismatics Great Again!
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Quote: Mark240590That's called a Jeep Patriot over here Phil - that's what I'm looking to get next.. Well that or maybe a Subaru Impreza :SSame here, we had the body kit added though.
Check out the flags in the middle picture
We have two driveways, the other one flies a Gadsen! Non illegitimis carborundum est. Excellent advice for all coins.
Make Numismatics Great Again!
Make Numismatics Great Again!
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Quote: BartweegieI'm thinking about buying myself a better metal detector, but first I need to pluck up the courage to ask farmers for permission.You're a brave man if you do, I can remember the farmers from the village where I grew up - there's no way I would ask those nutters for permission. Sorry to any farmers I have just offended - I'm sure you don't all spend your days sitting on barrels of cider getting drunk and shooting rats.
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Quote: pnightingaleSpeaking of cars, my first car (anyone know what it is?), my pick up truck....... and my Jeep.Morris Marina maybe?
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don't you just love it how people get attached to their bangers ? when i get my jeep i'm gunna be on the lookout for a cavalier mk2 calibre - they are stunning cars in red 
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I don't know much about them.
Engine
1.3 L I4
1.6 L I4
1.9 L I4
2.0 L I4
Is that big enough for driving on the wrong side of the road?
Engine
1.3 L I4
1.6 L I4
1.9 L I4
2.0 L I4
Is that big enough for driving on the wrong side of the road?
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Quote: neilithicNice evolution of the thread. Started out "what are you going to get for Christmas" and ended up people taking about their old cars.Figures!
After all coin collectors (or should I say cane collectors) are supposed to be old, just like their cars!
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Quote: Mark240590At least our 1.3's can corner at 40mph plus !I guess you're right, frequent rain, winding roads, I wouldn't want to slide off the road and into a castle at every turn either.
Personally, I'd love to visit and drive (slowly) all over the countryside in an Isetta, vintage style. That would be fun. 
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"What are you guys getting for Xmas ?"
How would anyone know - is it what do you hope to get? I thought it was up to Santa Claus / Father Christmas what anyone gets ?! Actually this year I do hope to be given some slippers, as my current ones are getting somewhat worn out ...
How would anyone know - is it what do you hope to get? I thought it was up to Santa Claus / Father Christmas what anyone gets ?! Actually this year I do hope to be given some slippers, as my current ones are getting somewhat worn out ...
Token collector [1600-1899] with some coins
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Quote: ZacUKHow would anyone know - is it what do you hope to get?I couldn't answer it either. Usually, if I get something, it's a surprise. I do not buy myself Christmas gifts. In about a month or so, I'll be able to tell you what I'm getting for others.
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Quote: torontokubaHmm, when thinking of it, good point and true. I guess in keeping within the theme of coin collecting, and all of the upcoming holidays that involve "giving and receiving", not just Christian X-mas but the others as well. And since "getting" can imply yourself or for others. One can presume that anything (coins) "acquired" during this season can be labeled as "gift"Quote: ZacUKHow would anyone know - is it what do you hope to get?I couldn't answer it either. Usually, if I get something, it's a surprise. I do not buy myself Christmas gifts. In about a month or so, I'll be able to tell you what I'm getting for others.
even if only in spirit...... So many coins... So little time...
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Getting a budget and getting what you want is a much better way when you are 22... Lol
Beats getting awful presents that they think are great and wearing that awkward smile using it once to show you have used it keeping it out until February and then throwing it in the loft
Back to cars and although its not related to the topic it is free chat so lets run with the two topics its working so far ! Lol
You lot wouldn't be able to cope with windy wet roads and roundabouts that's why there's no good American race drivers they get spoilt too much the only guy I sorta rate is block.. Give me a 1.6 16v Peugeot 106 GTi anyday an I can show you how to skid around corners keeping your speed up and leaving much bigger more powerful cars in its wake.. The only problem is being French you could leave it and 10 mins later you get passed by the car which didnt brake down ! HA
Beats getting awful presents that they think are great and wearing that awkward smile using it once to show you have used it keeping it out until February and then throwing it in the loft
Back to cars and although its not related to the topic it is free chat so lets run with the two topics its working so far ! Lol
You lot wouldn't be able to cope with windy wet roads and roundabouts that's why there's no good American race drivers they get spoilt too much the only guy I sorta rate is block.. Give me a 1.6 16v Peugeot 106 GTi anyday an I can show you how to skid around corners keeping your speed up and leaving much bigger more powerful cars in its wake.. The only problem is being French you could leave it and 10 mins later you get passed by the car which didnt brake down ! HA
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Quote: Mark240590You lot wouldn't be able to cope with windy wet roads and roundabouts that's why there's no good American race drivers ...I'm no expert on races and champions when driving around an oval is the only task at hand.
I do remember an overall unimportant and little known guy in his prime. As I recall, he was very frustrated and got disqualified because he had some Canuck giving him a hard time. If you are only 22 or younger, keep in mind, this was a small series of races, barely known circuits of little importance. I believe his name was something Schumacher. I guarantee that 1996 and 1997 made him wonder, if he shouldn't be making shoes instead.
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Michael.. He's a German they get all of the fun with their auto-bahn's ! He's came back to F1 a couple of years back but he hasn't been half the man he was. You see glimpses of the one-time great but he's not there totally.. I prefer BTCC and WRC personally which is why I'm considering an Impreza because I will take it rallying
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Quote: Mark240590... he hasn't been half the man he was you see glimpses of the one time great but he's not there totally..I like to think that the Ferrari had something to do with his success.
Strange, that Sir Francis Owen Garbatt Williams saw fit to supply the Canuck with a Renault engine, putting him at, as you put it, a "French" disadvantage against the powerful Schumacher driven Ferrari.
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These would be nice
or this
or this
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