Cool finds but not worth much

Mirage · Apr 22, 2007

Had to take advantage of the nice weather. Dan was doing baseball with his son and Nate was planning on hooking up with a girl “friend” so I was solo. I hit a park that has produced silver, IH’s, and two SLQ’s. Picked up another SLQ.

A nice pleasant surprise even though it is not worth much. Too bad too cause it has an S mintmark. Any non-recessed date S mintmark SLQ would be worth over $18 in good condition. I have now found 4 SLQ’s within the last 12 months. Only 1 had a readable date. Nate has found two SLQ’s – both with bold dates. ::)

The other “worthless” find is a wheat penny that had one small green corrosive spot over the date. You can read the last digit which is a 2. A 1922 wheat penny in good condition has a red book value of $400. I have it soaking in olive oil. It is more likely a 1932. Doubtfully a 1942 as it has the green pantina.

Anyway it was great to get out in nice weather and find a couple keepers.

Bob

ModernMiner · Apr 23, 2007

Bob,
Just send me that "worthless" SLQ and I'll dispose of it properly.

Actually, I'm in RENO right now, so send me ALL of your worthless $. I could use it.

I've heard of a small cent, and a large cent, but what's up with that cut up penny?
Is that a 3/4 cent?

Nice finds my Man!!!
Congrats,
-MM-

Two Dogs · Apr 23, 2007

Wow... You found a little bit of everything didn't you. Looks like you had a great hunt. Silver and wheats is always good finds. You just know there is more to find. Good luck with the quest.

ZoSo71 · Apr 23, 2007

Great find on the SQL..

That is the only coin on my list for this year.
I haven't had the chance to make it out since the Mckinley hunt.

Give me a ring sometime.. The mine could use some attention.

ZoSo71