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You absolutelly correct, Redzapsid
$3for$70 in any way can't be called $20for$20 and related as same / similar series.
But the question of the poster was :
"if there's other coins that's like this one, same size/weight/finish/face value?"
and Morning Glory coin fits the "size/weight/dimensions"
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The hummingbird with morning glory is slightly off in the dimensions as well. If you want to include close matches like the hummingbird, there's lots. Birthstone collection, animal architects, etc.
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Pillar of the Community
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Yes, totally forgot, that many series used use the blank rounds of $20for$20...
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Pillar of the Community
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Virtually all the $3 coins are the same diameter/weight as $20for$20 --- 27.0mm/7.96g.
If you're interested, here's a quick list:
2010 Return of the Tyee
2011 Family Scene
2011 Birthstones x12
2012 - more birthstones x 12
2013 - hummingbird, Bee, Spider, Fishing, Martin Short, ML impressions, Life in the North
2014 - Caterpillar, Jewell of Life
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Thanks to everyone for the replies and information. As pointed out, there are lower face value ($3) ones of similar size, and I found many larger $20 face value coins from the jandm website. https://www.jandm.com/script/getite...CID=5&PID=30 What I find interesting is this combination of high face + small size. I suppose what I'm looking for in my "$20 quarter-ouncer" collection is $20 face value coins at 27mm / 7.96g. |
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As I noted in another post, I purchased the snake coin at face value and used it as a place holder in the $20 for $20 set.
Although I agree it's not technically part of the collection, the cost and specifications make it a good fit and alternative to the Dino coin.
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03/28/2016 8:47 pm
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Very nice canadian_coins! Your enthusiasm in accumulating your 20for20 collection is a great inspiration for others and an example of how NCLT collections do not have to be overly costly...but does require a disciplined buying approach.
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Thank you for your good words! With so many new NCLT releases every month I definitely had to change my habits...
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I can certainly understand. Indeed, so many each month and all too soon what was a hit soon becomes forgotten and of little interest as the next and the next takes over its place. It's like chasing a rainbow. It's somewhat ironic that RCM does an outstanding job selling Face Value Coins but the reason escapes them as to why many seasoned collectors such as yourself have exited the buying of other NCLT. Others might view reduced minatges as a solution, I see it as putting a bandage on a broken limb. |
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For once in a long time, I am definitely interested in collecting coins just like 'in the good ol days'.
As a kid I used to sort out coins from the jar at home, or skim through my father's pocket change. I felt like this was a really cool way to gather wealth without actually risking anything (unlike tee spoons, baseball cards or stamps). At best I could find gold, at worst I would break even. I could always use the cash if necessary. The whole idea made sense. A safe bet.
Regular circulation coin boredom (beaver, caribou, etc..) paved the way to NCLTs and the excitement followed! novelty coins, proof sets, paint, etc., etc. BUT At a premium. Things got out of control since the early 2000's. We know the story.
Then came X for X's.
They remind me of the good ol days in terms of risk and offer the benefits of NCLTs in terms of design.
They are a unique blend between "face value" and NCLTs. The best of both worlds.
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Pillar of the Community
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It would be cool if the series was promoted to the point that they cold be used just like a $20 bill
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Pillar of the Community
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It would be cool if the series was promoted to the point that they cold be used just like a $20 bill I use them at the local gas stations and convenience stores. I explain what they are and they do take them. They know me as they guy who spends half dollars and $1 bills though so that helps. I imagine tellers or the owner snatch them up and they do not circulate. I really wish they did though. |
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It'd be interesting if a cashier gave some out as change. I wonder if the customer would refuse to take it. Most would I'd bet
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Back in 1977, my father went to the bank to withdraw cash and the teller showed us a 1976 $100 14k gold coin "take it she said" ... and you bet I told my father to take it. I was only 14 at the time and had been collecting coins for a few years already.
X for X...
You all know what happened to gold in the following years.
But regardless, for me this was the first experience with "X for X" and it was a good one.
The coin is long gone, sold in 1980 and my father passed away in 1987. Flashback to this time... My father agreed to take the coin instead of regular bills and gave the coin to me. This was an amazing moment. I will always remember that.
You see, almost 40 years later and X for X still makes a lot of sense to me.
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