Newbie questions

[gold diggr]

Hi all,
i am new and detecting and i have a couple questions.
First, when referring to coins, what are wheat coins?
Second, what are coin rolls ( i think that's what they are called)?
Thanks for a great website, i really enjoy all the posts!

Lewis

 

[vpnavy]

Great questions gold diggr. A wheat coin is a penny that was made in between the years of 1909 to 1958 (see attachment). A coin roll is a roll paper (or plastic) that hold coins (see attachment).

 

[gold diggr]

It is as they say, you learn something new everyday.
I noticed the wheat images on the coins, whats the significance of that?
So, was there a particular event that took place between 1909 and 1958?
I guess the coin roller is self explanatory although i have never gone "coin roll hunting". I'm not sure how that works
Interestingly, 1958 was my year of birth.
Thank you for answering, i do enjoy the insight that you have provided.

Lewis

 

[christo000]

As i have no expeirience with coin rolls I just wanted to say welcome to the site ur gonna learn alot & the people hear r very helpful

 

[Metal Detecting Stuff]

Coin roll hunters buy rolls of coins from the bank and look for either silver coins or older coins. Some buy $500-1000 at a time to search for those elusive silver coins.

Wayne

www.metaldetectingstuff.com

 

[gold diggr]

There are so many things to know about this hobby, i am glad i am able to be a part of this great site to be able to learn from you all.
christo000, Wayne thank you kindly.
I will have more questions, i am sure there are more great answers.

Lewis

 

[christo000]

Thats What we r all here for to help each other best we can. Glad to help if anything else dont hesitate just ask happy hunting