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I am a numismatic artist. I have always been drawn to art. In school, I took every art class available (including music and drama). I also found that drafting, architectural design and engineering satisfied my need for artistic expression. Drafting and design gave me a more detailed, technical approach to my art. And my art gave me a more creative feel for my technical design work.
My art today is a merger of technical drafting practices and classical drawing techniques. Hour upon hour. Day upon day. Every coin is precisely recreated down to the finest details. Once the drawing is complete, it is scanned and imported into Photoshop where it is formatted into the final prints available on my site.
My art today is a merger of technical drafting practices and classical drawing techniques. Hour upon hour. Day upon day. Every coin is precisely recreated down to the finest details. Once the drawing is complete, it is scanned and imported into Photoshop where it is formatted into the final prints available on my site.
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- Finished. This drawing was based on a couple different coins, but I used the JDG Trust example for the coloration.
These originals as well as others will be available for sale at the Worlds Fair of Money in August.
I hope to see you there...Finished. This drawing was based on a couple different coins, but I used the JDG Trust example for the coloration. These originals as well as others will be available for sale at the Worlds Fair of Money in August. I hope to see you there...3 Comments 0 Shares 1512 ViewsPlease log in to like, share and comment!Commenting is disabled.- Reverse is insaneReverse is insane
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- Hope you have a good show!Hope you have a good show!
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- Here is an excellent example of a capped die strike. This example was struck through a shifted/rotated cap. It was struck once, not multiple times as stated on the slab.
Very pricy, but lots of eye appeal.Here is an excellent example of a capped die strike. This example was struck through a shifted/rotated cap. It was struck once, not multiple times as stated on the slab. Very pricy, but lots of eye appeal.
0 Comments 0 Shares 823 Views - Hi all,
I was honored to get a shout out from Dennis Tucker at the Central States show...
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/zQ4oky4HFkD5pku4/?mibextid=oFDknkHi all, I was honored to get a shout out from Dennis Tucker at the Central States show... https://www.facebook.com/share/p/zQ4oky4HFkD5pku4/?mibextid=oFDknk1 Comments 0 Shares 1056 ViewsCommenting is disabled. - I have decided, in between commissions, to work on this...I have decided, in between commissions, to work on this...
1 Comments 0 Shares 1659 ViewsCommenting is disabled. - Is this an error or PMD?
The answer is ERROR not PMD.
While most people identify this as PMD, this is actually an error. I will agree that, at first glance, it looks like PMD. But closer examination reveals it to be a struck through debris error. This is most commonly caused by contaminated press lubricants finding their way into the striking chamber.Is this an error or PMD? The answer is ERROR not PMD. While most people identify this as PMD, this is actually an error. I will agree that, at first glance, it looks like PMD. But closer examination reveals it to be a struck through debris error. This is most commonly caused by contaminated press lubricants finding their way into the striking chamber.6 Comments 0 Shares 1571 ViewsCommenting is disabled.- OK, would anyone who ventured to say that this is PMD take a stab at explaining why?OK, would anyone who ventured to say that this is PMD take a stab at explaining why?
- Robert.Julian At first glance, it looks like zinc rot. It's also hard to see a legitimate error appearing like this so asymmetrically on both sides (but looking at again, I can kinda see the impact of the major damage on each side reflected on the other). Plus the admitted reflex, thanks to just about every other "is this an error?" post on this and several other coin forums where it's painfully obvious PMD (as in "I found this in the parking lot, how much is it worth?"). I've never seen anything like this.[Robert.Julian] At first glance, it looks like zinc rot. It's also hard to see a legitimate error appearing like this so asymmetrically on both sides (but looking at again, I can kinda see the impact of the major damage on each side reflected on the other). Plus the admitted reflex, thanks to just about every other "is this an error?" post on this and several other coin forums where it's painfully obvious PMD (as in "I found this in the parking lot, how much is it worth?"). I've never seen anything like this.
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When examining this coin, it is interesting to note that there are no breaks in the coper plating other than the typical tears found on many zinc plated cents...[Alpha2814] When examining this coin, it is interesting to note that there are no breaks in the coper plating other than the typical tears found on many zinc plated cents...
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Ken Potter
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Bob Julian, I have several (and Mark Alexander Longas has several more from the same lot) that came from a sealed ballistic bag of the type sent to coin wrapping companies like Loomis and Brinks. I was just looking at them yesterday. That was in 1985 (1985-D cents I think) and I sent a couple in to the Mint and two for grading. All stated it was after leaving the mint damage. Kind of a bummer because I know they are errors, but I also knew it'd be tough to get them recognized. I'll see if I can photo them next time I run into them. Mark Alexander Longas got any pics? Do you think Bob's coin might be related? I can't remember the surfaces that well except one was kind of olive green with an attractive sheen with a touch of iridescence.Here is another comment from the same group... Ken Potter Top Contributor Bob Julian, I have several (and Mark Alexander Longas has several more from the same lot) that came from a sealed ballistic bag of the type sent to coin wrapping companies like Loomis and Brinks. I was just looking at them yesterday. That was in 1985 (1985-D cents I think) and I sent a couple in to the Mint and two for grading. All stated it was after leaving the mint damage. Kind of a bummer because I know they are errors, but I also knew it'd be tough to get them recognized. I'll see if I can photo them next time I run into them. Mark Alexander Longas got any pics? Do you think Bob's coin might be related? I can't remember the surfaces that well except one was kind of olive green with an attractive sheen with a touch of iridescence. - Here is a comment from a Facebook group that specializes in errors...
Mike Diamond
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This is a genuine struck-through error that retains bits of the obstructing matter.Here is a comment from a Facebook group that specializes in errors... Mike Diamond Group expert Top Contributor This is a genuine struck-through error that retains bits of the obstructing matter.
- For those who don't know, I collect Lincoln cents. I have done so for quite a while and have spent a lot of time researching the series. Here is a little video I put together showing the different dies used from 59 through 08. If you find this kind of thing interesting, there are similar videos on my channel showing different obverse and reverse die details over the years.
Enjoy...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=910sUgs_0S4For those who don't know, I collect Lincoln cents. I have done so for quite a while and have spent a lot of time researching the series. Here is a little video I put together showing the different dies used from 59 through 08. If you find this kind of thing interesting, there are similar videos on my channel showing different obverse and reverse die details over the years. Enjoy... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=910sUgs_0S4
0 Comments 0 Shares 1333 Views - If you are into errors, you will probably like this one...
1958-D off center with lamination...If you are into errors, you will probably like this one... 1958-D off center with lamination...2 Comments 0 Shares 1749 ViewsCommenting is disabled. - Capped die strikes.
I have a few of these in my collection. So, I thought I would post one of my progressions. These were all struck from the same die cap...
These coins were all bought and identified as a progression at different times and places over the years.Capped die strikes. I have a few of these in my collection. So, I thought I would post one of my progressions. These were all struck from the same die cap... These coins were all bought and identified as a progression at different times and places over the years.0 Comments 0 Shares 1572 Views - I have finished the monochrome master drawings for this 3 cent piece.
A very unique coin in many ways...
I should have all the colors layered on by christmas if i am lucky...
Then it is on to the drawing of Ellite's package of the worlds finest Saint Gauden double eagles...I have finished the monochrome master drawings for this 3 cent piece. A very unique coin in many ways... I should have all the colors layered on by christmas if i am lucky... Then it is on to the drawing of Ellite's package of the worlds finest Saint Gauden double eagles...
1 Comments 0 Shares 2562 ViewsCommenting is disabled. - I am going to create a large scale painting. Finished size will be 40" X 60" I was hoping you could help me pick a series/denomination.
Please pick your favorite from the options below.
Thanks for your help...I am going to create a large scale painting. Finished size will be 40" X 60" I was hoping you could help me pick a series/denomination. Please pick your favorite from the options below. Thanks for your help...22 Comments 0 Shares 2857 ViewsCommenting is disabled.- If it is going to be big, it needs to be a big coin. Perhaps a PanPac $50 or the Half Union?If it is going to be big, it needs to be a big coin. Perhaps a PanPac $50 or the Half Union?
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Do you see anything particular about these 2 coins?Here are a couple of error's. Do you see anything particular about these 2 coins?8 Comments 0 Shares 2223 ViewsCommenting is disabled.- I took these picks with my Canon camera setup. I do not alter the images in any way. Many will "oversaturate" or "enhance" the images in an attempt to make the coin appear more appealing. I try to capture the coin as "naturally" as possible. As true a representation as I can make it.
Also, I publish the pics at high resolution. If you zoom in you will see all the very fine details present...I took these picks with my Canon camera setup. I do not alter the images in any way. Many will "oversaturate" or "enhance" the images in an attempt to make the coin appear more appealing. I try to capture the coin as "naturally" as possible. As true a representation as I can make it. Also, I publish the pics at high resolution. If you zoom in you will see all the very fine details present... - Mated pair?Mated pair?
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Yes, a mated pair...
While many collectors have one half or the other, few error collectors have a mated pair in their collections...Ding ding ding ding... Yes, a mated pair... While many collectors have one half or the other, few error collectors have a mated pair in their collections...- 2
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- Today was a good day. My new best friend "Elite" just Commissioned me to draw not 1, not 2, not 3, but 10 of the coins in his wonderful collection...
Words cannot describe how grateful I feel right now...Today was a good day. My new best friend "Elite" just Commissioned me to draw not 1, not 2, not 3, but 10 of the coins in his wonderful collection... Words cannot describe how grateful I feel right now...
5 Comments 0 Shares 2965 ViewsCommenting is disabled.- Such an impressive collection. The high reliefs looked insane at ANA.Such an impressive collection. The high reliefs looked insane at ANA.
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- So, the folks at the table next to us left and we were able to spread out...
My display is much improved.
And, I landed yet another commission.So, the folks at the table next to us left and we were able to spread out... My display is much improved. And, I landed yet another commission.
7 Comments 0 Shares 2552 ViewsCommenting is disabled.- For those of us that arent familiar with your work, would you give us a brief synopsis on what it is you do? Thanks!For those of us that arent familiar with your work, would you give us a brief synopsis on what it is you do? Thanks!
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- Newsflash....
Updated my booth layout and added a video playing on a loop...
So far i have sold a bunch of my limited edition prints, landed 3 commisions and sold one complete artist proof portfolio.
Note: I started selling the portfolios in April, i am only producing 10 and i only have 3 left.
I am having a great time. Everyone i have met has been exceptionally nice. (except maybe 1 or 2 of you. And u know who you are)... :-)Newsflash.... Updated my booth layout and added a video playing on a loop... So far i have sold a bunch of my limited edition prints, landed 3 commisions and sold one complete artist proof portfolio. Note: I started selling the portfolios in April, i am only producing 10 and i only have 3 left. I am having a great time. Everyone i have met has been exceptionally nice. (except maybe 1 or 2 of you. And u know who you are)... :-)
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