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The E-Sylum: Volume 22, Number 27, July 7, 2019, Article 29

LOOSE CHANGE: JULY 7, 2019

Here are some additional items in the media this week that may be of interest. -Editor

Wisconsin Metal Detectorists

This article from the Fond du Lac Reporter discusses local metal detecting fans and their coin finds. -Editor

John Ruth's Medal Detecting Finds
John Ruth's Medal Detecting Finds

The hunt for treasure is captivating and making a comeback around the country, Ruth said. Enthusiasts are drawn to the surprise of the prize – things like old coins, lost jewelry, historical artifacts. Even something as simple as an old wheat penny can be a thrill for a newcomer to uncover.

"It gets me outside and exploring on road trips with my friends or the kids," Ruth said. "All you really need is some good weather and a spirit of adventure."

Ruth's dad, John Ruth Sr., still lives up in Menominee. In his 50 years of detecting, he's uncovered 50,000 coins — about $4,000 worth. (He keeps a fastidious spreadsheet.) But that's not the best part of the hobby, he says.

To read the complete article, see:
You probably think these people with metal detectors are wasting their time, but in Wisconsin, they've found some historic treasures (https://www.fdlreporter.com/story/news/2019/07/03/fond-du-lac-man-unearths-history-metal-detector/1460883001/)

Fake Coins in Slabs
counterfeit 1881 Trade Dollar in a fake PCGS holder

A discussion on the CoinTalk forum illustrates several fake coins in real and fake slabs. As always, buyer beware! -Editor

To read the complete discussion, see:
A fake coin in a genuine PCGS holder? (https://www.cointalk.com/threads/a-fake-coin-in-a-genuine-pcgs-holder.341711/)

CoinsWeekly Seeks Full-Time Numismatist

Speak both English and German? Love to travel? The CoinsWeekly team is looking to expand. -Editor

To read the complete article, see:
Numismatist, Numismatischer Pressedienst Kampmann, Lörrach (Germany) (https://coinsweekly.com/stellenmarkt/numismatist-numismatischer-pressedienst-kampmann-loerrach-d/)



Wayne Homren, Editor

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