Good afternoon fellow bullion lovers! I must admit this blog has become a highlight of my week. I love hearing your unique stories regarding finds and family. This week will be a little interesting, and I’m looking forward to seeing your responses.
History tells us the first type of standardized coins were used between 700-500 BC. That means we’ve used coins for currency for over 2,500 years. In that time, the evolution of coinage has seen significant variations in shape, size, color, metal, design, etc. With the plethora of stunning coins throughout the ages, which is your favorite?
In a coin collector’s perfect world, what coin would you add to your collection? Why? Is there historical significance that appeals to you? Does the design stand out as a must have? Was the coin used in a favorite literary work?
I have thought about this a great deal, and I think I would choose the “Widow’s Mite.” While these coins held very little value, the significance of the offering (story linked above) is why I find the coins incredible.
My favorite Provident Metals’ coin is the 2016 1 oz Canadian Silver Maple Mark V Tank Privy. My father is Canadian and passed his love for history to me, so this coin is the perfect combination of beauty, history, and quality craftsmanship.
So, here’s where I’d like your input. What coin do you find most fascinating and why? Have you been able to add the coin to your collection?
Don’t forget to check out the multitude of stunning, historical coins from Provident Metals; you might just find the one you’re looking for!
Happy Stacking!
-J
Gold maples make me feel good especially in the fall
The French francs in circulation before the Euro were elegant and beautifully made.
In accord with your Widow’s Mite, I would love to own the Tribute Penny (Augustan silver denarius). I suspect that it is the coin to which Jesus referred when He spoke the famous “render to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and to God that which is God’s.” Matthew 22:21.
When you picture the scene of adversaries who are trying to trap Jesus politically by using the hateful topic of taxation, the capacity that Jesus had to turn the tables was not limited to his awesome response. Someone among the two-faced, legalistic haters pulled out this coin that had the face of Augustus graven upon it – in full violation of the 2nd commandment in their culture.
Did Jesus work the moment? “Oh look, a graven image. To whom does it belong? My word, isn’t that Caesar? Why are you bothering me about taxes? Caesar is perfectly capable of telling you what he expects from you, since you are all so willing to do his bidding. I would love to tell you what God expects from you if you weren’t so busy try to get back what now belongs to Caesar,” he said, flipping the coin back to its owner.
The coins mentioned in the “render to Caesar what belongs to Caesar” were my second choice! Along with one of the pieces of silver Judas received. To hold one of those coins, knowing its significance, would be a truly meaningful experience.
-J
I like the Morgan’s and the Standing Liberties – These reflect the post civil war rebuilding years for America and also the various financial conditions that took place in the 20s.
Very cool choices. Physical representations of our history- love it.
-J
I must admit this is a tough choice. On pure beauty alone I would go with the American gold buffalo. It is just gorgeous! Although I haven’t added one yet, I feel I must.
Those are certainly some fine looking coins. I hope you’re able to add one to your collection, soon!
-J