Metals, She Wrote: Show Me What You’ve Got

Well, I’ve got to give another shout out to Silverbugs; I stumbled across a topic regarding “carry pieces,” “pocket pieces,” and “touch pieces.” While the names are fairly self-explanatory, allow me to detail their meaning. In the fascinating world of coin collectors, many bullion aficionados choose a certain coin to tote with them on a key chain, round a necklace, in a pocket, a shoe, or even a golf bag.

The reasons collectors choose their carry piece vary; some choose a “lucky” coin, hoping for an auspicious event stemming from the presence of the round. Others choose a coin with history; perhaps their father carried the coin, and they keep the memory close. If you’re my boss, you carry a 90% Walking Liberty Half in your golf bag for luck, and generously deliver fellow players 90% Junk Silver as ball markers for the game. (Sorry, boss; I hope you aren’t bombarded with game requests).

You know the drill- I’d like your feedback. What’s your carry piece? Why did you choose that round? Where do you carry it? Is it a pocket piece or hanging on a chain around your rear view mirror in hope the luck will save you when you get caught playing Pokemon Go while driving? Upload a picture of your coin, and show it off!

I don’t have a carry piece…yet. I’m mulling over ideas, considering what might bring me luck this year. Any suggestions?

Happy Stacking!

-J