Do you think it is okay to revive old threads?

[sagittarius98]

I wanted to know if you veterans of this forum think it would be all right to go to the archives of the forum to identify some unidentified things from several years back? I think that if someone can identify something it is still good, even after so many years. I would rather have my coin identified after 5 yrs. than never identified. I may do this, if you guys accept it, during summer break. Then I can have a lot of time. I believe that it is alright to revive 5yr. old posts only in the "What is It" section because it could be useful to the person.

 

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[ipsilateral]

Personally, I think if it is interesting, yes. However, there are certain threads that have lingered on the boards for weeks and weeks and have been beaten to death. I hate it when these come back. Just my opinion.

 

[sagittarius98]

Personally, I think if it is interesting, yes. However, there are certain threads that have lingered on the boards for weeks and weeks and have been beaten to death. I hate it when these come back. Just my opinion.

I would agree. I would not be reviving those threads. I would just revive ones that have things not identified that I am sure I know what they are. I won't also be reviving ones that I could add just a small suggestion (it is lead, 1800s, etc.) to not clutter up pages upon pages of this board.

 

[Diggit]

I haven't been HERE that long,but at other sites I have seen it a lot.
I don't think there is anything wrong with "necrobumping" old threads..IF there is something important to add.

But to add a "cool find" to a 6 year old thread or answering a question that was obviously answered 4 years ago is a little much.

 

[sagittarius98]

I haven't been HERE that long,but at other sites I have seen it a lot.
I don't think there is anything wrong with "necrobumping" old threads..IF there is something important to add.

But to add a "cool find" to a 6 year old thread or answering a question that was obviously answered 4 years ago is a little much.

I agree also. Some people may no longer read the forum that posted 6 years ago, but others may be wondering about the same thing.

 

[Minrelica]

I don't see any problem with it whatsoever. What is it hurting, really? Some people don't like it but what's to get mad about? Just don't click on the thread. I think if someone finds the thread for the first time or has something interesting to add then do it without shame. The only time people should get angry with it is if someone just posts "bump" to revive it.

Some people put a lot of time into their threads with the stories and photos and they deserve to be revived if someone wishes to do so.

 

[timekiller]

Here's one of mine I like to see solved.Have at it.................
http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/what/190340-coin-id-i-know-your-out-there.html

 

[sagittarius98]

Here's one of mine I like to see solved.Have at it.................
http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/what/190340-coin-id-i-know-your-out-there.html

I was lurking for a long time already when that post happened. I really can't say more than what I already have read and seen posting. Nice Shilling (Skilling)!

 

[timekiller]

I was lurking for a long time already when that post happened. I really can't say more than what I already have read and seen posting. Nice Shilling (Skilling)!

I gotcha I think it's possible to solve it just needs the right pair of eyes to come along & get interrested in it.But it's buried up now & may never know i still look from time to time myself.
Take Care,
Pete,

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

I wanted to know if you veterans of this forum think it would be all right to go to the archives of the forum to identify some unidentified things from several years back? I think that if someone can identify something it is still good, even after so many years. I would rather have my coin identified after 5 yrs. than never identified. I may do this, if you guys accept it, during summer break. Then I can have a lot of time. I believe that it is alright to revive 5yr. old posts only in the "What is It" section because it could be useful to the person.

Without a doubt its absolutely positively OK and allright to solve, or try to solve, an old unsolved thread. I usually send the OP a PM telling them its solved or new information has surfaced and they are always thrilled to death and grateful. Dont forget to remind them to post the Green Check if solved. Thanks for the help.

 

[Mackaydon]

Go for it !!
Don.....

 

[Diggit]

bump! lol!

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

Personally, I think if it is interesting, yes. However, there are certain threads that have lingered on the boards for weeks and weeks and have been beaten to death. I hate it when these come back. Just my opinion.

Yea I know what you mean. We need to solve it and move on.

 

[NOLA_Ken]

I don't see a problem with it, as long as it's an item that has some reasonable chance of being identified.

 

[Breezie]

It might be a good idea for the Admins to create a new topic called UNSOLVED where we can relive these mystery finds. I agree we don't need to post those pieces that have been beat to death, and/or where the original poster will not agree to what the majority thinks([post proof) of what it is.

I made a post about 2 weeks ago on a Maltese Cross piece, and only got 1 comment, which was more or less a complimentary comment instead of an ID. Whutcha think about a new topic called UNSOLVED? Breezie

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

It might be a good idea for the Admins to create a new topic called UNSOLVED where we can relive these mystery finds. I agree we don't need to post those pieces that have been beat to death, and/or where the original poster will not agree to what the majority thinks([post proof) of what it is.

I made a post about 2 weeks ago on a Maltese Cross piece, and only got 1 comment, which was more or less a complimentary comment instead of an ID. Whutcha think about a new topic called UNSOLVED? Breezie

I think if all the solved were properly checked we could see whats unsolved. I would suggest to bump it up if it only has one comment.

 

[Mackaydon]

I'd enjoy the challenge of looking at the unsolved coin pics.
Don.........

 

[sagittarius98]

I would also agree to an "unsolved" board within this board.

 

[Silver Searcher]

It's very rare a coin/ token remains unsolved, most of the unsolved finds, are the ones that are not that interesting.

SS

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

I would also agree to an "unsolved" board within this board.

There are some very interesting unsolved threads and there are many uninteresting clumps of rust. Sounds good but who decides which threads are interesting?