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CLASSIC CITY COIN CLUB
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Newsletter | September 2024
General Information
Our next club meeting is an important meeting as we will be voting on new officers for the remainder of 2024 and through 2025. Ken Young is running for club President, and Lou Bluhm is running for Secretary-Treasurer. Nominations from the floor will also be accepted, but remember, you must be present to vote. Please make every effort to attend!
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Ken Young will be presenting the program, while Dennis White will be bringing snacks and drinks for the September meeting.
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We are actively looking for a club Vice President. If you're interested in this position, please let us know.
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We’re excited to welcome new members who have joined us in 2024: Ricky Dunn, Ken Young, Don Hawkins, and Ricky Kemp. We're always looking for more people to join our club, so if you know anyone interested, please invite them to come along!
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Congratulations, David Crenshaw!
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We are thrilled to congratulate David Crenshaw on receiving the ANA Medal of Merit! This is a distinguished award, and we are proud to have David as part of our club. Way to go, David!
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Get Ready for the ANA National Money Show in Atlanta!
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Exciting news! The American Numismatic Association (ANA) National Money Show is coming to Atlanta from February 27 to March 1, 2025, at the Cobb Galleria. This is a fantastic opportunity for our club to have a presence at a major numismatic event right in our backyard.
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The Georgia Numismatic Association (GNA) and the Metropolitan Coin Club of Atlanta (MCCA) are the official host clubs for the show, and we are pleased to announce that our club will be joining forces with them, along with the Rockdale Coin Club and possibly another local club, to host a shared table at the event. Thanks to our collaboration, the table will be provided at no cost to us.
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To make the most of this opportunity, we need your help! We are looking for volunteers to sit at our shared table, hand out flyers, and answer questions about our club. While we don’t need to man the table full-time, we hope to have someone there for at least a few hours each day. Please note that volunteers must be paid ANA members to sit behind the table.
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In addition to our club's needs, GNA and MCCA are also seeking volunteers to serve as Ambassadors during the show. If you're looking to get even more involved, this is another great way to contribute. Again, volunteers must be paid ANA members.
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This is a unique chance to represent our club, connect with fellow numismatists, and share our passion with the broader community. If you’re interested in volunteering, please reach out to Ken Young or Bruce Breedlove as soon as possible. Let's make sure our club is well-represented at this premier event!
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Future Programs and Refreshments for 2024
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- October: No formal program. Ken Young will lead a discussion on proposed changes to the club Constitution and By-Laws, followed by a vote. Snacks and drinks will be provided by David Crenshaw.
- November: Program by Bruce Breedlove. Snacks by Ricky Dunn, and drinks by Ken Young.
- December: Christmas Theme Party or Trivia Game. Snacks by Hobo and Brenda, drinks by Lou Bluhm.
We need volunteers for programs, snacks, and drinks in 2025. Please consider helping out!
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Looking forward to seeing everyone at the September meeting!
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A Coin Quest Like No Other!
Originally published in the Metropolitan Coin Club of Atlanta Newsletter on August 14, 2024.
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Every coin collector loves a good adventure, and my recent experience at the Chicago World’s Fair of Money was nothing short of that. The excitement wasn’t just about the rare coins and collectibles on the bourse floor. This year, a special limited-edition decimal denominated legal tender coin was the talk of the convention, and I, your fellow enthusiast, set out on a quest to obtain one.
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Here’s how it all unfolded. The ANA teamed up with Minted Assets to produce the very first decimal denominated legal tender coin specifically for the convention. With only 1,000 coins minted, and just 200 coins released each day from August 6-10, it was clear that getting one wouldn’t be easy. But that only fueled my determination.
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On the first day, August 6, I was at the convention center early, confident I would secure one of these sought-after coins. However, I quickly realized I wasn’t early enough. The coins were snatched up in no time by collectors who had arrived even earlier. Not one to give up easily, I returned the next day, only to find myself once again just a bit too late.
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By my third attempt, I was practically running to booth 730, but the word had spread, and the coins were gone before I could even catch my breath. At this point, it felt like chasing after a dream, but I wasn’t ready to throw in the towel just yet.
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Finally, on August 9, my persistence was rewarded. I made it to the booth early enough to be among the first in line, and after what felt like an eternity of waiting, I finally held one of these coveted coins in my hands. And let me tell you, it was worth every moment of the chase.
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The coin itself is a work of art. The obverse features NOMISMA, the allegorical figure representing money, proudly holding the World’s Fair of Money logo, with the inscription “E Pluribus Unum” symbolizing the unity of our numismatic community. The reverse is equally impressive, showcasing an American bald eagle soaring over the famous Cloud Gate, also known as “The Bean,” with a rose in its talons—a nod to Rosemont, the host city. To add a touch of history, the reverse also features Dr. George F. Heath, the ANA’s founder, as he appeared on a medal designed by Charles E. Barber over a century ago.
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This coin is more than just a piece of metal—it’s a symbol of the camaraderie and excitement that our shared passion for numismatics brings. It now holds a special place in my collection, reminding me of the adventure and persistence it took to get it.
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For those who couldn’t get one, don’t worry! I’ll be bringing this treasure to a future club meeting. You’re welcome to take a closer look—just be sure not to try and add it to your own collection!
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Happy collecting until then!
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