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.

 

[Detectingfreak]

Very nice 1/2 reale! That coin sets very nicely in that silver ring! Now lets just hope you don't loose them.

 

[ugotit22]

Hey YouGotIt!
We've all been trying really hard to get your buzz back,
Does this help?

lol yea thanks the buzz is def back.

thanks to everyone. Glad you all liked it.hope everyone can enjoy a find that they truely value because i know thats what got me hooked. Diggin colonial history, Nuttin better.

I hope you don't mind if I borrow your idea ...... that's a great way to display your finds.

All I have to do is find a 1/2 reale.......................

no by all means go ahead. Maybe we can all form alittle fraternity where the only way in is to have a reale ring. LOL And keep pluggin away your reale will come eventually.

First of all congrats on a fantastic find and a fantastic idea and a fantastic outcome. Looks great. To bad certain members feel they have to cut someone down when its none of their business what you do with your find. Just a little jealousy I guess. WTG on your find and im sure you will wear it proudly. JYD.

what are you gonna do. SOme people just want to kill your high na matter what.
thanks though

 

[ivan salis]

seems since the mount is NOT destructive to the coin that many folks like the ideal a lot -- now pray tell --whats the name and address of said jeweler that made it for you ---- so that if anyone esle wants one made from a 1/.2 real coin they know who to contact --since this "jeweler" clearly understands that these "ring mounts" are to be "non destructive" to the coin in the ring --unlike many other coin jewelry mounts . and about roughly what did it run (ball park wize) if you don't mind ?

 

[ugotit22]

Very nice 1/2 reale! That coin sets very nicely in that silver ring! Now lets just hope you don't loose them.

trust me im going to try not to. If i do a detectorist is in for a reale surprise

 

[ugotit22]

seems since the mount is NOT destructive to the coin that many folks like the ideal a lot -- now pray tell --whats the name and address of said jeweler that made it for you ---- so that if anyone esle wants one made from a 1/.2 real coin they know who to contact --since this "jeweler" clearly understands that these "ring mounts" are to be "non destructive" to the coin in the ring --unlike many other coin jewelry mounts . and about roughly what did it run (ball park wize) if you don't mind ?

sure
its
Joeseph a Conte jewlers
2582 whitney ave
hamden ct 06518
203-248-9853

and it was alittle over 100.00 bucks. Coins very heavy to. weighs almost 3/4 of an ounce
I just got off the phone with him and he says if anyone wants one made dont hesitate to call and inquire

 

[Jack_MIghtyheart]

That's an awesome find, and I love the ring idea. If I ever find a coin like that, I know what I'm gonna do with it

 

[allen]

that is an awesome ring !!!

 

[au4me]

ugotit22,

That is the coolest thing, I love it. I know the coin will not be affected and you can show everyone a huge piece of history anytime you want. Great Idea.And good going.

 

[ModernMiner]

seems since the mount is NOT destructive to the coin that many folks like the ideal a lot -- now pray tell --whats the name and address of said jeweler that made it for you ---- so that if anyone esle wants one made from a 1/.2 real coin they know who to contact --since this "jeweler" clearly understands that these "ring mounts" are to be "non destructive" to the coin in the ring --unlike many other coin jewelry mounts . and about roughly what did it run (ball park wize) if you don't mind ?

sure
its
Joeseph a Conte jewlers
2582 whitney ave
hamden ct 06518
203-248-9853

and it was alittle over 100.00 bucks. Coins very heavy to. weighs almost 3/4 of an ounce
I just got off the phone with him and he says if anyone wants one made dont hesitate to call and inquire

Thanks guys!
-MM-

 

[Tnmountains]

That looks great. That just makes YOUR treasure even more special. Thanks for sharing that.
TnMountains

 

[Bartman]

I think it looks great and that is an awesome idea. I think I would have put the bust and date facing outwards. Congrats on a great find!

 

[ugotit22]

I think it looks great and that is an awesome idea. I think I would have put the bust and date facing outwards. Congrats on a great find!

i was thinking about it, the only reason why i didnt was the bust and date where both the only things that where pretty worn on the coin. Since the pillars are very recognizable, and they where in good shape i went that route instead.

 

[HISPAN]

It is a pride for me that I am Spanish.
Hare is also a currency of Kazakhstan .. when found.

 

[moonshine]

i think its awesome, i love it.

 

[BomberJohn]

Fantastic find and awesome ring.

 

[richm]

Hamden!!! I live and work in Madison and grew up in New Haven and East Haven! I've been past Conte's many times. If I'm ever lucky enough to find a coin worthy of putting into a ring I will definitely go there. Small world huh? Maybe we can get together some day and you can help me program my DFX... Rich

 

[tapoutking]

That is an awsome thing you did and I want one lol!! When I get my first real I will hit you up for the name of the jewler.

Congrats!!

 

[3RINGER]

CONGRATS! on a great find and one heck of a way to show others.

 

[goldgrubber]

That's very cool!

 

[HISPAN]

congrats

Made in Madrid by the beside of M with crown on top