a mini cache, kinda, sorta

vibes · Dec 14, 2008

This morning I was looking for a pH level chart so I was rummaging through some old books and papers when I found a wooden box. I forgotten about it as it was given to me by a family member.
I thought it was just full of Wheaties, Oh, No, no, no...look what I discovered in the box:

N ow, how cool is that? I quickly sifted thru the box of Wheaties and definitely have a 1910

Mr_Mojo_Risin · Dec 14, 2008

Definitely a nice surprise!

topdog · Dec 14, 2008

Very nice looking shield nickel.

vibes · Dec 14, 2008

the rest of the haul.

Looks like a few Canadians and other assorted coinage as well!

Mental Granny · Dec 14, 2008

Very nice anymore boxes?

seger98 · Dec 14, 2008

That shield nickel is in real nice shape! :thumbsup:

camb1 · Dec 14, 2008

Not just a nice looking, but a great looking Shield Nickel. :thumbsup:

Mike_of_Tenn · Dec 14, 2008

Man she is a beauty! :thumbsup:

Mike

treasurenut · Dec 14, 2008

Wow never seen a coin like it, very beautiful coin

vibes · Dec 15, 2008

I just love life's little surprises!

Now, is there a good site to check on mint marks and such for Wheaties? I thank ya much

crazyjarhead · Dec 15, 2008

Beautiful coin. Fantastic shape :thumbsup:

kibitzr · Dec 15, 2008

Congrats on the box of coins Tori , nice finds indeed. :thumbsup:

John

Johnny Ringo Silver · Dec 15, 2008

Good deal! That will give you something to do for a little while. Nice coin to add to the collection. 8)

mistergee · Dec 15, 2008

how can you forget you owned a shield nickle ....and one in such great shape too....forgotten treasures are the best kinds....same feeling as the first day you found them(or given to you as is the case here) WTG

vibes · Dec 15, 2008

mistergee,
I didn't know it was in there! The box was given to me as the family member knew I enjoyed metal detecting...this person has since passed away. I put it aside and completely forgot about it till yesterday!

Now I'm on a quest to learn about marks/mints.

Off to check the coin forum.