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June 25, 2025
I’ve had an absolute blast with my “Four-Legged Fridays” theme – hunting down coins, tokens, and medals featuring furry creatures from around the globe. It’s become a personal obsession that brings history, art, and my love for animals together in the most unexpected ways.
My Favorite Animal-Themed Discoveries
Over the years, I’ve stumbled upon some real treasures that capture this theme beautifully. One piece that stopped me in my tracks was a modified hobo nickel with an exquisitely carved moose – folk art meets numismatics at its finest! Then there’s this ancient Sicilo-Punic coin (SNG Cop 1024) in my collection: Tanit on one side, a proud horse on the other. Holding it, you really feel how animals represented power centuries ago.
I’ll never forget finding that token with a stag leaping across it – proof that non-coin items can be just as captivating. And how could I resist coins featuring lions, griffins, or stags? One favorite crams an entire menagerie onto its surface – guaranteed to spark conversations at any coin show.
Practical Tips for Building Your Collection
If you’re thinking about starting your own animal-themed collection, here are a few things I’ve learned:
- Variety is key: Mix common animals like horses or lions with rarer finds like griffins. Different eras keep the hunt exciting – you never know what you’ll discover next.
- Eye those details: When grading, really study the animal’s features – fur texture, leg position, even the eyes. A strong strike with minimal wear makes all the difference. I never buy without checking these spots with my loupe.
- Market watch: Unique animal designs can heat up fast online. I’ve noticed pieces with crisp animal imagery often bring higher prices, especially in silver or gold.
Why This Theme Rocks for Collectors
This “Four-Legged Fridays” journey has made me appreciate coins in new ways – each one tells a story about our connection with animals throughout history. Give it a try yourself! It’s such a rewarding way to add personality to your collection while discovering how creatures great and small have left their paw prints on coinage.
