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I have an old ring with three coins on it. There are two US Half Dimes, and an 1855 Victoria Four pence in the center. I'm very sure the first Half Dime is an 1854-O, but the date is obscured by the way in which it is attached to the ring. Although, I can see the arrows by the year, and the "O" in the wreath on the back of the coin. The second Half Dime is the style: "Obverse with Stars (1838-1853)", but I can not read the year. The inside of the ring has the marking "AASEN 13 1/2" The coins are worn. Any thoughts? Christine  |
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I say whatever you do, don't remove the coins from that ring. That is super cool, and I have never seen anything like it before. It must have taken a total idiot to have done that in the first place and think that it would be comfortable to wear. Today, however, it is absolutely awesome....I love it....I want it.
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I pity the person that ever got a backhand from the wearer. It also had to be quite uncomfortable to wear.
Regardless...I agree. Don't remove the coins as they aren't really worth that much. The historical and uniqueness aspects are what brings it "value" to any collector.
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I found the ring on ebay for one or two dollars, a couple of years ago. I think it's funky and unusual, my husband thinks it is awful. Thanks for your thoughts! Christine |
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Ah, differing opinions from the back-handee and the back-hander. Not surprising!
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I have a silver necklace with five silver coins on it. Have no idea where it came from.
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The ring is quite a neat item and would certainly be a welcomed addition for one who collects coin jewelery or simply things made, using coins. While it is aesthetically awkward, it has to be given points for originality! It's definitely worth more than a few dollars to the proper enthusiast.
The name "Aasen" is likely Nordic. Perhaps, a Norwegian husband gave this ring to his British bride in appreciation for her having borne him twins in 1854 in New Orleans!? The mind reels ....
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Posted 07/01/2010 01:02 am
