What Are Your Opinions On Rings Made From Coins?

Now, I've seen plenty of people make rings from coins, it's even what got me into coin collecting; I was looking for silver quarters (US) when I realized that many coins are more than just low value currency, though some are, plenty are not.

Anyway, I've seen two methods for making coin rings: using a hammer or spoon to thicken the edges (even works on reeded coins) then using a drill and files to remove the inside. It creates a smooth ring, usually with some text inside, though none on the outside.

There's also another method involving drilling a hole into the coin without thickening the edges, then shaping it with a ring mandrel, but it's hard to explain and not really needed to be explained. It does get text on the outside though.

Examples shown below: (none are mine!)



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My verdict is: they are neat and cool, but shouldn't be made from high value coins. Could be cool heirlooms or meaningful gifts or wedding rings (i feel like whoever you are marrying would love how you made their ring by hand rather than buying from a store, but it's completely your choice!) One could even get a quarter (let's say New York), and turn it into a ring for someone born in New York.