... Hi There, Well from what I can tell the USA will be very lucky indeed to avoid recession in the next year. The dollar should not fall in value much more...
Hey my friend! Beaye, I really appreciate the information. I have seen ancient coins move up in price during the past two years. I think that is probably...
Hi There, I am building my second zapper at the moment and was after some advice. I have managed to get a hold of a great power source. It's the ac/dc adapter...
Hi Beaye, I don't know what parts are from the plumbing area that you are talking about, but Graphite Rods come in different hardness and density. I've tryed...
Wonderful Beaye! I am not familiar with the power supplies used in model RR's so please be careful. I hope our Elecronic Gurus sees your post and offer an ...
Interesting little coin! Personally, I collect and zap for the history and the artistic value of the coins. If I was in this hobby to make money then I would...
What a freaky coin! I love it! I personally prefer imperfect coins. The odd mis-shapeness of anciant coins is what first drew me to them, that and the history....
Hey Jerry, Cool coin. That's an odd looking deformity - like it was tooled into a hook shape... looks like the part of the coin at the base/back of the bust...
Here is an example of a model railway power supply: http://tinyurl.com/338h9l It's not actually the one I'm using but it is very similar. My one has a maximum...
Hi All, I am getting to the point where I feel I should have a microscope. There seem to be almost limitless options to suit a range of budgets. Here are some...
My experience with a USB scope is that it is hard to focus, and hard to get the correct lighting for a good picture. The bino scope I usually use at 5x for...
Hi Beaye, I'd definitely recommend a stereo microscope, and if you don't mind spending a little extra, find one with a zoom lens. I find it very helpful to be...
I M not able to open those pages. When I click I get a redirect to another coin group (uncleanedancient...). Went through a confusing process before finally...
I am currently using copper clips. Would there be any advantage to switching to stainless? My thoughts are as follows: Pro: Might encourage less reduction of...
sorry about the weird links Greg. I only just got used to using the tiny URLs and I put the same post up on two groups. I didn't think viewing the pics would...
I use this one, and Im very happy with it. http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/electronic/9955/ This 1.3 Megapixel Digital Microscope allows you to capture some ...
Hey my friend! Greg, I use the Muller #60C which is solid copper and I have never has a problem I am aware of.. One other thing. I have zapped hundreds and ...
... One alternative is if you happen to have a high pixel count digital camera with a macro option (I have a Lumix TZ-3) you can take a pic with side lighting...
Thanks Jery! Makes good sense. And they only cost a quarter a piece. Nice to be able to get good lasting materials for just a few bucks. I have a soldering...
Hey my friend! Greg, I founded CZ a few years ago and right after CZ I founded Ancient Peddler with the purpose of providing a forum for helping ancient coin...