Peter

I'm a bit like T'dog the funds are not there.

It should be a great day out. Be aware of coin collectors stoop and don't smell of pee.

NNC is a self slabber (Centsles).

I've got all of the books (Blue.red.green & yellow) My 1st Spink/Seaby was 1972.....I was 11.

Like wise. My new coins pre logged was discovered recently as Mrs Peter had put the box in the attic I was on the limit of calling plod.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/331199733370?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Can't believe despite the warnings,these idiots still bid on trash.

I have several un-photographed Paddy coins which are on my back burner.I assume you are looking for UNC.

Another Gunmetal 1/-

A bit rough but I like it A

Trouble is the coin market is only a fraction of their business.It was and could again be a good market place for coins. Sellers need more protection but to stop the crap sellers.I would like to see £1 listing fees. I haven't sold since 2012 but have loads to sell again. Where else can you shift coins under £100? Anything over £15 goes recorded and £50 special delivery. I won't give up on it yet.

Chris is being polite. I would suggest you buy Collectors coins GB for about £7.(Amazon or from this site...it is also on ebay) Look on Ebay and don't overgrade. Maybe Gran had a few rarities. All pre 1947 silver has a bullion value. Good hunting and maybe become a new collector.

I've just bought Chris's latest post decimal coin book. Collecting on the cheap. I've also just got British Coins Market values 2014. They are so out of touch on copper/bronze. Very few known varieties ...Whoosh. However they have so many advertisers. Mrs Peter works from home telesales.I have discussed her workload and I reckon I will approach Chris with an idea. I need to put a spreadsheet together to see how wrong they are on their pricing.All part of the plan. Their price for a 1771 1/4d in VF is £45 no types ID'd. 1859 VF for £15 The book is going to the bottom of the pile......of shite.

Surely a quality coin wouldn't feel at home in your old bargie thingie. You keep buying these modern coins.

Madness But the subject matter is all modern (to UK standards). Plus we seem to still have plenty of Gems going back over 2000 years....Supply and demand? & each to their own.

What dia is it? It will be either a shilling or sixpence with hearts. It is sterling silver but a very common coin.

Ashmore produced many coins (especially for the US market) They were sucked in. This was back in the 60's but many still are about. It is worth getting an example and the majority of sellers describe them as Ashmore.

Centles reputation is even scorned in the US and Canada. As I said I've bought a few coins and been more than happy. There used to be huge listings of UK coins on Ebay.com Midnight oil sniping. He once listed a 1874 1/4d both G's over without a clue. I tried but it was a London meeting the next day. I didn't get it.

I have a couple of Ashmore's tucked away. Part of collecting I suppose.

NNC are self slabbers (Centsles) He doesn't post to the UK now. I have bought a few coins in the past but just ignored the grade.

I'm working on releasing funds from dead savings accounts.I will then be able to compete. I really have a taste for chasing a few quality pieces that Mrs Peter has agreed I can.

I haven't forgotten Paulus it is Mrs Peters cleaning skills that leave me dead in the water. I found a couple of boxes in the loft which were my latest purchases (not yet logged in)....The dining room (my coin room) is all over the place. Bluddy wimmin.

Help me I've just bought Mr Perkins latest decimal coin book. I shall be raiding Mrs Peters purse.

I was harsh in describing them as scrap. Everyone starts somewhere Maybe a trip to a coin fair and search some of the dealers bargain tins.

I still have a sheet full of the buggers as well as my 1915 farthings.Back burner for now. BTW happy spring to everyone. Strawberries,new spuds and smelly wee asparagus. Even the dog gets walked at 5am....best time of the year. He is currently in the utility room because he stinks after ditch diving.

I have tubes/unrolled coins enough to copper a church roof with a nice green hue. Just part of my collecting/learning. I did buy 40 Scottish 1/- coins in Ef+ but due to Ebay I will keep them (Declan had one) 0.99P and he sold it for a decent profit. They were key coins 40 years ago.