Got my best coin back today. whatcha think....

[ugotit22]

Hey guys
When i started out detecting 2 yrs ago one of my dreams was spanish silver. I felt that if i got a piece of 8, i would be in a way getting a piece of history like no other. Dont get me wrong coppers are awesome, but theres something about colonial silver thats just another level. Well low and behold in only my third month of detecting i found a 1/2 reale. I didnt want to just throw it in with my collection so a few months ago i talked with my local jewler. We both decided to set the coin in a custom silver ring. Now everytime a look down at my hand i can think of that day, and remember why i love this hobby so much.
thanks for lookin
keith
ps it was a 1797 1/2 r and i found it in 2007 thats why i put those dates on the side.

 

[GL]

Big man rings RULE.

 

[RPG]

Very nice coin.

To each his own. I think I would have displayed it as is.

Good luck
Randy

 

[traderoftreasures]

congrats on the find and good job on the coin destruction

 

[ugotit22]

congrats on the find and good job on the coin destruction

Coin wasnt hurt in anyway. The coin is placed in the top and the silver rim ontop of the ring is folded over to keep it in. The coin wont fall out, and if i ever want to remove it, it can be easily done. I explained this to my jewler that if the coin had to be messed with i didnt want to do it.
thanks for the buzz kill though

 

[jgas]

I think that is cool. Nice job by the jeweler as well. Now don't go and lose it on the beach as you know one of us will find it! Ha Ha... jgas

 

[ugotit22]

I think that is cool. Nice job by the jeweler as well. Now don't go and lose it on the beach as you know one of us will find it! Ha Ha... jgas

lol i know thats the first thing i thought of. some lucky sob is not only going to find a nice silver ring on the beach, and imagine his surprise when it has a 212 yr old coin in it.
im going to try and wear it as little as possible, and def not to the beach

 

[curbdiggercarl57]

I flew 2000 odd miles to Keene NH, (or however far it was), and dug my only half reale. I still coonfinger it fondly. I now know what I plan to do with it. Beautiful job.

 

[Ohio Jerry]

Congratulations on your half reale and i think its a great way to display it and re-live your find every time you look down at your hand. It could be sitting in a coin flip in your collection somewhere but this is a way for everyone to see it and I'm sure it will be the topic of many conversations in the future. Good job!!!
Jerry

 

[berkshiregold]

I thinks it's a great way to display your find. Ultra cool!!! Nice job! bg

 

[oddcoins]

WOW ~ that's so cool! What an awesome thing to do with your treasure!

 

[Discrimination Dave]

When I first started reading your post, I was kinda? What? He did what?
But after I saw the pics "Kudos"! It looks great! Also, I really like the idea of the coin date and the found date on the ring as well. Jeweler did a great job! The only thing more fun than finding more treasure, is fiddlin` around with the treasure you`ve already found!
NICE RING!!!

 

[dfx willy]

that sure is awesome!! whAT A GREAT FIND. im thinking of doing that with my 2 reale now. hope this brings the buzz back. willy.

 

[Bob S]

WTG

 

[Newt]

congrats on the find and good job on the coin destruction

This forum is obviously not a place for you. It's his.
Newt

 

[Goes4ever]

wow that is the coolest silver ring I have ever saw, and such an awesome idea to be able to look down and see that piece of history on your finger, heck I'd wear that baby EVEYDAY why not?? with a ring that big I don't think you will lose it, super sweet idea.

 

[hogge]

I have to say that it's a fantastic way to display one of your finds. I LIKE IT! Congratulations on a nice coin and a great piece of jewelry. Hogge

 

[crazyjarhead]

Awesome ring, find and imagination doing what you did

 

[richm]

That is so cool!! I'd wear it every day, treasures are there to be enjoyed. Wear it with pride.. Rich.

 

[ugotit22]

thanks for all the good words everyone
glad you all like it. I have been wearing it alot, however i just dont want to get it wet or anything lol. I cant wear it like a normal ring b/c im much more cautious of whats on my fingure. Im going to wear it to my club meeting this week so il see how my fellow members like it.