Coins Collection

It’s probably every coin collector’s dream to own a truly rare coin. A coin that only a few can own, one rich in history and appeal. The 1913 Liberty Head Nickel is one such coin. The story behind this unique coin is also full of mystery. To date no one knows for certain how many were produced or who authorized the production. Only five pieces are know to exist.

The Liberty Head nickel was first minted in 1883 and production was suppose to stop in 1912. A new five cent piece, the Buffalo or Indian Head nickel went into production the following year. However, seven years later collectors were stunned to learn that examples of the 1913 Liberty Head Nickel may have surfaced. In September of 1919 Samuel W. Brown, a former U.S. Mint employee and coin collector, placed an ad in The Numismatist offering to pay $500 for one of the coins in proof condition. The first 1913 Liberty Head Nickel appeared at the 1920 American Numismatic Association convention in Chicago and displayed by none other than Samuel W. Brown.

It is known that 1913 Liberty Head Nickel dies were made by the U. S. Mint prior to the decision to change nickel production to James Earle Fraser’s popular Buffalo Nickel. However, U.S. Mint records does not indicate any production from these dies.

So who made the five coins that are known to exist? Some say Samuel W. Brown either made the pieces or obtained them from a U.S. Mint employee who did. The last 1913 Liberty Head Nickel sold at public auction for $1,840,000 in 2001. Four of the five are accounted for, while one remains missing. One example is in the Smithsonian Institution and another in the American Numismatic Association Money Museum. and the others are in private collections.

Glyn Farber has published a catalog of all known Hickey Brother Cigar Store Tokens and co-authored a book about Louisiana Trade Tokens. In addition he wrote several articles for The Token and Medal Society (TAMS) and The National Token Collectors Association (NTCA). Glyn has been a devoted collector of Louisiana Trade Tokens, Louisiana collectibles and Lake Charles, LA postcards for almost 40 years.

Find out more information about Liberty Head Nickels and Tokens at his web sites
http://www.most-popular-collectibles-at-auction.com and
http://www.louisiana-trade-tokens.com

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Some folks have spent several years of their lives collecting valuable and rare coins. They store them in special books that are designed for this purpose, or they keep them in a bank vault, taking them out only on occasion to enjoy their prized possessions. Perhaps one day the coins will be passed down to a family member or be sold for profit.

But there is an easier way to search for lost coins for gain. While they do not have the value of old or rare coins that are recognized and prized by antique collectors, they nevertheless offer their own special challenge and sometimes render an unexpected dividend when one turns out to be a rare find.

Set aside a sturdy container for your soon-to-be-found coins. Make sure it can’t tip, become misplaced, or get broken by excited kids or a pet. Then start your own treasure hunt as you find time. You can take a few minutes each day, or you can save this hobby for a period of several hours after work or over the weekend on occasion. Don’t expect to find a lot all at once. Rather, be prepared to put in the time that will gradually lead to a harvest of riches.

You can get a silver locating device or a magnetic pole for finding loose coins in ditches, under cars, or in other hard-to-reach places. Or simply rely on your eyes to identify those gleaming metal circlets of potential wealth. Start in your home. Check under the sofa and chair cushions as well as under these large pieces. Look beneath the dressers, on closet floors, in all the household drawers, and inside the pockets of various clothing.

Little by little, expand your search. Check your car thoroughly, including between and under the seats. Don’t forget the toy box, basement, and attic. Look under the porch and on the patio, examining the cushions if you have them there, as well. Keep an eye on the sidewalk or parking areas of public places. You might find coins at the mall or in any kind of community area or store. Of course, if you see the owner drop a coin, be sure to hand it over. Don’t allow yourself to spend the money you find. Instead, place it in your container for this purpose and save it as long as possible. One man saved more than $2,000 over a twenty-year period.

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Coin Operated Pool Tables are ideal for having fun through pool games, to entertain your family, friends and kids. These pool tables are used on commercial lines and are subject to a license.

Coin operated Pool tables are available with electronic multi coin mechanism and mechanical coin operation system. They are also available with magnet mechanism which uses magnetic balls that holds an in-built magnet into the core of the cue ball. If a magnetic cue ball falls into the pocket, a magnetic detector separates it from the numbered balls and brings it at the opening side of the table using a deflecting device.

In the case of oversized cue ball, the difference in size allows it to get separated from the other balls before falling into the storage compartment. They are then directed through a second chute and falls on the opening side of the table. In spite of few shortcomings, today, coin-operated pool tables use both the oversized and magnetic cue balls alternately. There are also certain tables with automatic ball return assembly.

Coin operated pool tables are available with all accessories such as cues, numbered balls, brush, triangle, chalk, chalk holder, and cover. The manufacturer delivers them at your door step safely packed inside a wood crate. The legs are packed separately which can be fitted by screwing. There are a large number of manufacturers who offer maintenance free models of pool tables with all the additional equipments needed for playing. Coin operated Pool tables are available in six, seven and eight feet long models.

Coin operated Pool tables are available for young kids above 12 years accompanied by parent. They are placed in public areas such as restaurants, arcades, hotel and hospitability establishments, pub and cafe centers, and corporate recreational clubs. Coin Operated Pool Tables are available in a number of models differing in sizes, playing surface area, slate size as well as weight.

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