Another Noob

[Bob Tanner]

Hello chums,

I thought it was about time I put in an appearance here, as I've a growing if somewhat patchy collection and nowhere near the amount of expertise I'd like.

British pre-decimal silver is probably my favourite area, but I also have a number of sovereigns and half-sovs, plus more coppers than The Bill.

I mainly acquire pieces on eBay these days, where I've had triumphs and turnips in roughly equal measure. Flogging an aUNC undated 20p for £295 at the height of the hysteria last year still gives me a warm glow. Whereas buying coins from sellers who only show one side is something I've now learned to avoid through bitter experience. I've also found Chris's books (Grading Guide and Collectors Coins) to be invaluable when deciding how far to push my luck in the bidding wars.

I know that's a long 'Hello', but I do look forward to participating in any topics where I'm able to add something useful. Now which way's the beer tent?

[Hussulo]

Welcome to the forum Bob.

[Bob Tanner]

Thanks for the welcome, Hus. I was beginning to think this placed closed on a Sunday. Good to see your website's still doing nicely, too.

[Red Riley]

Thanks for the welcome, Hus. I was beginning to think this placed closed on a Sunday. Good to see your website's still doing nicely, too.

Welcome Bob (a few of those too!).

Sorry about the silence; for me, Lockdale's Coin Auction and football plus getting blatted during the latter...

[Peckris]

Thanks for the welcome, Hus. I was beginning to think this placed closed on a Sunday. Good to see your website's still doing nicely, too.

Yes, Welcome to the forums Bob (Bob Tanner? - that is so NOT your real name!!)

You'll find us a friendly lot, even those of us who prefer vodka or wine to beer

[1949threepence]

Yeah, welcome Bob. I'd be interested to know about your pre decimal silver collection. Have you done a collection of shillings at any point ?