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CLASSIC CITY COIN CLUB
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Newsletter | January 2025
General Information
We’re thrilled to announce that Hulon Knight was voted in as our newest club member. Welcome to the Classic City Coin Club, Hulon!
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Big news: the club is working on designing a new logo! Spearheaded by Tom, the logo will be coin-themed and include “CCCC” or “Classic City Coin Club.” Tom’s son-in-law, a graphic designer, is assisting with the final touches. At our January meeting, we’ll select the winning design—don’t miss it!
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- It’s time to pay your 2025 dues!
- Full Membership – $15 (Must be at least 18 years old)
- Young Numismatist (YN) Membership – $5 (Must be at least 12 years old)
- Vendor table rental: $25 (for those wanting a dedicated table to sell coins at meetings)
Dues collection starts in January, so come prepared.
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A big thank you to Dennis, who generously ordered and covered the cost for 1,000 wooden nickels to promote the club. These nickels, printed with our meeting location, will be great for outreach at events like the National Money Show. What a fantastic way to spread the word about our club!
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Since the December meeting, Tom Clark has volunteered to serve as Vice President. This will be discussed as New Business during the January meeting. Thank you, Tom, for stepping up!
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Mark your calendars! The ANA National Money Show is coming up on February 27 - March 1 at the Cobb Galleria in Marietta. Our club will share a table with other coin clubs, and we need volunteers to help staff it for a couple of hours. If interested, please see Bruce Breedlove or Ken Young.
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Two exciting classes are being offered at the show:
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- Basic Coin Grading
- Counterfeit Detection
Cost: $350 for non-ANA members, $250 for ANA members. Don’t forget, ANA members also get early admission and free show entry. Right now, new members can join with a $10 discount. See Richard Jozefiak for more information.
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- Richard Jozefiak gave an informative presentation on the World’s Fair of Money in Chicago. Attendees received an elongated coin as a souvenir. Thanks, Richard
- Refreshments were provided by Lou Bluhm, and Dennis White brought cookies. Thank you both for the delicious treats!
- The Bogart Ag Center rent is paid through June 2025. If you’d like to contribute to future months, please see Ken. Rent is $30 per month.
- A sign-up sheet was passed around for refreshments and programs starting in 2025. Volunteers are already lined up through April—thank you for your support!
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We’re looking forward to seeing everyone at the January meeting. Let’s make 2025 a great year for the Classic City Coin Club!
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Proposed Club Logo Designs
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This proposed logo is patterned after an 1838-D half eagle, composed of 90% gold and 10% copper and minted in Dahlonega, GA. There were only 20,583 minted. The coin displays Lady Liberty’s classic head design, which showcases the classic city of Athens. The version of Lady Liberty shown on the logo was actually created by a local artist tracing the original design. The four “C’s” stand for Classic City Coin Club and have the serif design patterned after the Morgan Silver Dollar Carson City mint mark. This coin states the club as being representative of members from the grater Athens area and as such does not focus on just the city of Athens. This logo can be easily reproduced on coffee mugs, wooden nickels and other items. The simple colors of black and white make a bold statement. This logo design shouts “CLASSIC”.
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This proposed logo showcases the Athens City Hall dome and is done in red and black to represent the University of Georgia. This is a traditional type of logo and includes the year the club was founded, location (Athens, GA), and the four “C’s” that stand for the Classic City Coin Club. The four “C’s” have the serif design patterned after the Morgan Silver Dollar Carson City mint mark. This logo can be reproduced but perhaps not as easily as other options due to the detail of the City Hall dome. This option well represents Athens.
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This proposed logo is a traditional type of logo that showcases the state of Georgia and includes the year the club was founded, location (Athens, GA shown by the star on the map), and the four “C’s” that stand for the Classic City Coin Club. The four “C’s” have the serif design patterned after the Morgan Silver Dollar Carson City mint mark. This logo states the club as being representative of members from the grater Athens area and as such does not focus on just the city of Athens. This logo can be easily reproduced. The red and black colors recall the University of Georgia.
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This proposed logo for the Classic City Coin Club reimagines traditional coin-club imagery with a bold and modern twist. At its center are interlocking “C”s, symbolizing the club’s acronym (CCCC) while conveying unity and continuity. The words “Classic,” “City,” “Coin,” and “Club” are creatively incorporated into the framework, emphasizing the club’s identity and shared passion for numismatics.
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A nod to coin craftsmanship is seen in the repeating word pattern, separated by stars, reminiscent of intricate edge lettering on U.S. coins. This detail reflects the artistry of numismatics while adding sophistication to the design.
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Rooted in Athens, Georgia, the logo features a subtle map highlighting the city, celebrating the club’s local pride and distinguishing it from generic designs. The balance of timeless elements and innovative aesthetics ensures the logo is both memorable and meaningful, a true representation of the Classic City Coin Club’s spirit.
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