Ep.60 - Rare Government Silver Ingots with Ken Conaway #silver #gold #collection
In this episode of the Cabbage Coins podcast, host Tony Gryckiewicz and guest Ken Conway delve into the fascinating world of vintage silver ingots, particularly focusing on government ingots from the San Francisco and Philadelphia mints. Ken shares his journey into collecting, the evolution of the market for these ingots, and the various factors that contribute to their value. The conversation also touches on the purpose behind the production of these ingots, the role of different mints, and strategies for collectors to organize and value their collections. Tony and Ken explore the evolution of ingot sizes, the rarity of certain bars, and the unique characteristics that make vintage ingots valuable. The discussion also touches on the importance of information in the collecting community and the stories behind personalized bars. Ken shares insights from his extensive experience in the field, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of the numismatic landscape.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Vintage Silver Ingots
01:27 Ken Conway's Journey into Collecting
03:53 The Evolution of Government Ingots
05:43 Understanding the Value of Ingots
11:48 The Purpose and Production of Ingots
15:29 Philadelphia Mint's Role in Ingots
21:08 Collecting Strategies and Organization
30:10 Complete Type Set of Ingots
32:48 Understanding Silver Ingot Types
35:09 The Evolution of Ingot Sizes
37:04 Collector Insights on Rare Bars
39:28 Exploring the Rarity of Denver Mint Ingots
42:16 Unique Characteristics of Vintage Ingots
44:56 The Significance of the 'Cube' Ingot
46:01 The Role of Information in Collecting
48:31 The Mystery of New York Assay Office Bars
50:47 Grease Bars and Their Historical Context
53:22 Personalized Bars and Their Stories
56:58 Reflections on Collecting and Future Plans
Where to find Tony and Cabbage Coins:
https://cabbagecoins.com/
Email: tony@cabbagecoins.com
IG: @cabbage_coins
Where to see Ken's collection and research:
https://www.silveringots.com/
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Intro/Outro Music - "Obverse Fields" by Timothy Gryckiewicz
In this episode of the Cabbage Coins podcast, Tony Gryckiewicz and Russell Augustin delve into the recent auction results of the Bostonian collection at Stacks Bowers. They discuss the performance of various coins, the significance of the Yankee Blade publication, and the impact of gold prices on collectible values. The conversation also touches on market trends, the rise of colonial coins, and the implications of recent discoveries in the numismatic field. They focus on modern patterns, gold commemoratives, and investment strategies in numismatics. They discuss the performance of specific coins from the Bostonian collection, the impact of CAC on coin value, and the importance of understanding market dynamics for successful investing in coins.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Cabbage Coins Podcast
01:26 Exploring the Yankee Blade Publication
03:48 Post-Auction Analysis of the Bostonian Collection
06:10 Significant Gains in Coin Values
10:05 The Impact of Gold Prices on Collectibles
13:06 Market Trends in Early Dollar Coins
16:30 The Value of Historical Coins
21:05 The Rise of Colonial Coins
27:42 Understanding Market Dynamics and Hoards
35:53 Future Implications of Recent Discoveries
38:36 Understanding Modern Coin Patterns
47:42 The Performance of Gold Commemoratives
51:29 Investment Strategies in Numismatics
61:48 The Role of CAC in Coin Collecting
Where to find Tony and Cabbage Coins:
https://cabbagecoins.com/
Email: tony@cabbagecoins.com
IG: @cabbage_coins
Russell Augustin
Senior Numismatist - RARCOA
www.AUCM.com
Email: russell@aucm.com
Upcoming Show Schedule:
https://cabbagecoins.com/coinshows/
23 Sept 2026
Ep.58 - The History of Money in the US w/William Dokas Author #coins #numismatics #gold
In this episode of the Cabbage Coins podcast, host Tony Gryckiewicz interviews author William Dokas about his extensive book, 'The History of American Money and Physical Specie in North America.' They discuss William's journey into coin collecting, the motivations behind his writing, the challenges he faced during the seven-year process, and surprising discoveries about American currency. The conversation also delves into the use of various forms of currency in colonial America, including barter systems, clamshells, tobacco, and the impact of counterfeiting. Additionally, they explore Benjamin Franklin's contributions to currency design and the historical significance of the Continental Dollar. In this conversation, Will and Tony explore the intricate history of American money, from the evolution of treasure fleets and the small change crisis in early America to the introduction of fiat currency and the establishment of the Federal Reserve. They discuss significant events like the Crime of 1873, the Confederate money system during the Civil War, and the modern treasure hunt for the Forest Fenn treasure. The conversation concludes with valuable advice for aspiring coin collectors, emphasizing the importance of knowledge and passion in the hobby.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
02:25 Motivation Behind Writing the Book
04:13 The Writing Process and Challenges
10:12 Goals and Objectives of the Book
12:17 Surprising Discoveries in American Money History
14:08 Currency in Colonial America
18:12 The Use of Clamshells and Beads as Currency
21:02 Tobacco as Currency in Virginia
22:55 Counterfeiting Throughout History
25:03 Benjamin Franklin's Contributions to Currency
26:59 The Continental Dollar and Its Impact
29:25 Spanish Gold and Silver Losses
30:14 The Evolution of Treasure Fleets
34:13 The Small Change Crisis in Early America
37:46 The Introduction of Fiat Currency
39:04 The Need for a Central Bank
41:49 The Crime of 1873 and Its Impact
46:22 The Confederate Money System During the Civil War
49:09 The Forest Fenn Treasure Hunt
53:30 Advice for Aspiring Coin Collectors
Where to find Will's book:
https://a.co/d/03nT6tAM
Where to find Tony and Cabbage Coins:
https://cabbagecoins.com/
email: tony@cabbagecoins.com
IG: @cabbage_coins
How to contact Will:
email: willdokas@gmail.com
Upcoming Shows:
https://cabbagecoins.com/coinshows/
Thanks for watching!
Intro/Outro Music - "Obverse Fields" by Timothy Gryckiewicz
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