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Article Title: Daily Driver Vintage Mustang
Author: randy stoker
Category: Classics, Collecting, Entertainment
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Many auto enthusiasts enjoy the style and look of a vintage 1965-1973 Mustang but do not consider such an "old car" for daily driver usage. That is a shame because there are many memories associated with the vintage cars made in the 60's plus pride in the styling and design of those "Muscle Cars" that legends were built upon.
Wouldn't it be great to drive a 1969 Mach 1 Mustang to work? You might even qualify for preferred parking!
Today's modern automobiles enjoy many safety and emission upgrades that have improved driver comfort and reliability. The use of plastics in body panels to save weight and computers to manage the mechanicals of a vehicle have improved the performance of today's automobile.
However, I believe that these improvements have also removed the individuality and personal expression of the vehicle owners. The 1960's automobiles were very unique and individual in character, in fact an extension of the owners personality. Is it possible to drive a classic 1960's era car in today's world?
Yes it is possible to daily drive a vintage automobile! A vast market place of automobile suppliers have developed modern style improvements for the vintage era cars intended for daily usage.
The improvements described in this article can improve the driver safety and comfort that drivers are accustomed to with a modern vehicle while enjoying the classic look and prestige of driving a vintage automobile.
One of the biggest weakness for any vintage automobile are the brakes, suspension and steering as supplied by the manufacturer.
Huge technological advances in braking improvement have occurred since the 1960's. Modern vehicles now include ABS brake systems or computer controlled brake systems as standard oe equipment. Compared to the small diameter brake shoes and brake drums supplied on most 1960's vehicles, these modern improvements have vastly improved driver safety.
At the time of this writing, the author is not aware of ABS brake systems designed for vintage automobiles.
However, many aftermarket automobile parts suppliers have developed replacement disc brake upgrade kits that include power assisted boosters and adjustable front / rear brake bias control. Most kits are designed to be direct replacement "bolt-on" kits, meaning the original style of the vintage mustang is not altered for the upgrade package. Both front and rear axle disc brake conversion kits are available for most popular applications.
Suspension improvements are also available. Improved suspension kits designed for driver control and cornering ability are now available. Many of these products use the same mounting positions of the oe suspension but are re-designed with today's technology to strengthen and increase driver safety.
Coil springs are now available in various rates to match the vehicles intended use. Replacement shock absorbers sold today are vastly improved from those supplied by the manufacturers in the 60's. Replacement bushings are available in polyurethane material (vs. rubber oe style) to improve wear and ride quality.
Most of these suspension upgrades are direct bolt-on items that improve ride quality and driver safety without compromising the appearance or design of the vintage automobile.
One of the biggest upgrades available is Rack & Pinion steering conversion kits. All vehicles built in the 60's used a combination of a steering box, idler arm, tie rods and links to move the front wheels. With so many moving parts involved in the wheel turning process, there exist many potential areas of weakness and wear.
If you have the opportunity, sit in any original 60's vehicle and turn the steering wheel either direction. Notice the original position of the steering wheel and count the number of complete steering wheel rotations to turn the front wheels lock-to-lock. Most often the count will be 3-4 complete steering wheel rotations. Now sit in your modern automobile and attempt the same test. Did your steering wheel complete even one rotation to turn the front wheels lock-to-lock? That is the reason the Rack & Pinion conversion kits are such an exciting upgrade to a vintage automobile.
Most of the rack & pinion kits are designed for direct bolt-in replacement, like the other improvements discussed in this article, and retain the vintage look and style of your classic vehicle.
Other improvements are also available such as air conditioning kits, improved seating and stereo systems.
Improved seat belts that mount over the shoulder are now available. If your budget is large enough, it is possible to upgrade any vintage car for daily driver usage. Most of the popular 60's vehicles such as Mustang, Camaro, Corvette or Firebird have networks of suppliers offering upgrade packages.
So yes, you can buy a classic 60's vehicle and relive your youth! Owning and driving a vintage car on a daily basis is possible thanks to the strong interest of other enthusiasts like yourself and the resourcefulness of the manufacturers who supply the parts.
Buying a classic vehicle is the ultimate way of saying "Buy American Products" and showing your pride in owning a piece of American history.
Randy Stoker owns Sacramento Mustang Parts which provides parts for the classic 1965-1973 Ford Mustang. Sacramento Mustang started business in 1980 and has provided excellent service to the Mustang hobby ever since. Please visit our web site http://www.sacramento-mustang.com for more information.
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The Air Jordan Legacy - Part 3/5
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Author: Chris Kanei
Category: Basketball, Collecting
Word Count: 873
Keywords: air jordan, jordans, aj, nike jordans, nike air jordans
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Like the 13s the Air Jordan XIVs arrived to a bit of a frosty reception, however, in the end they had the last laugh. What do Michael Jordan in his prime and the Ferrari 550 Maranello have in common dare you ask? Well both were beautiful, sleek, lightning quick, responsive, high-performance machines. Described as 'essentially flawless' by one online magazine this was one baller than truly had it all. Engineered with minimal padding and a slimmer design with the intention that the AJXIV was to be an extension of the foot it contained a low-profile Zoom Air support that gave a comfortable yet non-pillowy ride. Along the way, the XIVs started a few trends such as metallic lace tips with jumpman engraving and release in a wide range of daring, experimental colorways such as 'Oxidized Green'. Perhaps because people were unaccustomed to the new style and Michael had recently retired, the 14s did not sell well initially, however, as buyers adjusted sales picked up. Today, the AJ XIVs, unlike the 13s, are almost universally, widely respected for both their looks and performance; the high prices for deadstock pairs on Ebay serve as a reminder of the legacy of the 14s.
Now if you think the 13s and 14s were controversial shoes wait until you check out the Air Jordan XVs. Inspired by the revolutionary NASA X-15 top secret super sonic jet this is really one of the more controversial love it or hate it shoes in the Air Jordan Collection to date. This shoe offers a minimalist/sleek design that is offset by an intruding AJ signature tongue (inspired by the man himself marauding to the hoop) and flashes of color (although the XVs reverted to more traditional colorways). Besides the protruding tongue and sonic jet styling the other innovative feature on the XV is the Pebax supportive heelpiece. This shoe broke new ground as the first to come in two different flavours; the usual lowtop and the 'Moc' version consisting of 'shoehorn' tongue and interwoven upper.
The AJ15 is a good conversation starter and some of its design features should stand the test of time.
Looking for a new creative challenge after some experimental yet controversial releases Tinker Hatfield stepped away from designing AJs for a while. The most interesting new development on the AJXVI, besides the gaiter feature that gave this shoe a distinct character, was the development as it was designed by Wilson Smith rather than Tinker Hatfield; Smith had worked with Hatfield for many years previously to designing the 16s and like Hatfield also started his career as an architect (he now designs 'homes for the feet' he says). Wilson Smith's influence on the shoe could be felt in the following ways: the removable gaiter with magnetic and Velcro fasteners, a mix of quality materials on the upper including leather, mesh, suede and patent leather, blow moulded air pockets in the heel, a clear rubber outsole and detailed Jordan/Jumpman branding details throughout the shoe. What is really striking about this shoe is the patent leather and of course the AJ16 signature gaiter aka shroud; it meant that MJ the businessman could make a seamless transition from taking care of business off the court to on it by removing the gaiter and exposing the mesh, laces and attitude of a true baller. Another trademark of the XVI is the clear/digital motif outsole design combined with the cozy fit of the midtop with the gaiter attached (the 16 also came in a low that had an option to flip up the collar for some extra swagger).
While the 16s were pioneers in sneaker design/fashion thanks to the removable gaiter the AJXVIIs also made their mark as the hefty price tag launched AJs into the luxury good realm. The Air Jordan XVII is most memorable in connection with Michael's final comeback with the Washington Wizards and the buzz it created throughout the NBA. It is remembered from the standpoint of a shoe as being a streamlined, sophisticated sneaker with top of the line technological response not to mention the $200 price tag that moved footwear into a whole new fashion bracket from shoe to luxury item. All things considered in spite of the media hype associated with what would be Michael's final and short lived return to the league and the lofty sticker price slapped on the 18s, this really was architecturally and artistically speaking an impressive creation. The AJ XVII although not designed after a stylish yet high performance automobile is definitely a lean, mean machine whose look is simple and clean with all the functioning parts contributing to the overall effectiveness. The blow-moulded air unit in the heel provides comfort and the rich leather upper offers class and like all impressive mechanical designs touches like the lace toggles provide functionality as well as looking the part. Upon testing out the sole you'll discover the 17s offer serious traction and happen to be one of the best performing Jordans. Not only do they look good, they're also the real deal on the court. Work or play these Js have got game.
Andy has been a sneaker aficionado for many years. Check out more great sneaker write ups at http://www.chicksinkicks.com
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Article Title: The Air Jordan Legacy - Part 3/5
Author: Chris Kanei
Category: Basketball, Collecting
Word Count: 873
Keywords: air jordan, jordans, aj, nike jordans, nike air jordans
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Like the 13s the Air Jordan XIVs arrived to a bit of a frosty reception, however, in the end they had the last laugh. What do Michael Jordan in his prime and the Ferrari 550 Maranello have in common dare you ask? Well both were beautiful, sleek, lightning quick, responsive, high-performance machines. Described as 'essentially flawless' by one online magazine this was one baller than truly had it all. Engineered with minimal padding and a slimmer design with the intention that the AJXIV was to be an extension of the foot it contained a low-profile Zoom Air support that gave a comfortable yet non-pillowy ride. Along the way, the XIVs started a few trends such as metallic lace tips with jumpman engraving and release in a wide range of daring, experimental colorways such as 'Oxidized Green'. Perhaps because people were unaccustomed to the new style and Michael had recently retired, the 14s did not sell well initially, however, as buyers adjusted sales picked up. Today, the AJ XIVs, unlike the 13s, are almost universally, widely respected for both their looks and performance; the high prices for deadstock pairs on Ebay serve as a reminder of the legacy of the 14s.
Now if you think the 13s and 14s were controversial shoes wait until you check out the Air Jordan XVs. Inspired by the revolutionary NASA X-15 top secret super sonic jet this is really one of the more controversial love it or hate it shoes in the Air Jordan Collection to date. This shoe offers a minimalist/sleek design that is offset by an intruding AJ signature tongue (inspired by the man himself marauding to the hoop) and flashes of color (although the XVs reverted to more traditional colorways). Besides the protruding tongue and sonic jet styling the other innovative feature on the XV is the Pebax supportive heelpiece. This shoe broke new ground as the first to come in two different flavours; the usual lowtop and the 'Moc' version consisting of 'shoehorn' tongue and interwoven upper.
The AJ15 is a good conversation starter and some of its design features should stand the test of time.
Looking for a new creative challenge after some experimental yet controversial releases Tinker Hatfield stepped away from designing AJs for a while. The most interesting new development on the AJXVI, besides the gaiter feature that gave this shoe a distinct character, was the development as it was designed by Wilson Smith rather than Tinker Hatfield; Smith had worked with Hatfield for many years previously to designing the 16s and like Hatfield also started his career as an architect (he now designs 'homes for the feet' he says). Wilson Smith's influence on the shoe could be felt in the following ways: the removable gaiter with magnetic and Velcro fasteners, a mix of quality materials on the upper including leather, mesh, suede and patent leather, blow moulded air pockets in the heel, a clear rubber outsole and detailed Jordan/Jumpman branding details throughout the shoe. What is really striking about this shoe is the patent leather and of course the AJ16 signature gaiter aka shroud; it meant that MJ the businessman could make a seamless transition from taking care of business off the court to on it by removing the gaiter and exposing the mesh, laces and attitude of a true baller. Another trademark of the XVI is the clear/digital motif outsole design combined with the cozy fit of the midtop with the gaiter attached (the 16 also came in a low that had an option to flip up the collar for some extra swagger).
While the 16s were pioneers in sneaker design/fashion thanks to the removable gaiter the AJXVIIs also made their mark as the hefty price tag launched AJs into the luxury good realm. The Air Jordan XVII is most memorable in connection with Michael's final comeback with the Washington Wizards and the buzz it created throughout the NBA. It is remembered from the standpoint of a shoe as being a streamlined, sophisticated sneaker with top of the line technological response not to mention the $200 price tag that moved footwear into a whole new fashion bracket from shoe to luxury item. All things considered in spite of the media hype associated with what would be Michael's final and short lived return to the league and the lofty sticker price slapped on the 18s, this really was architecturally and artistically speaking an impressive creation. The AJ XVII although not designed after a stylish yet high performance automobile is definitely a lean, mean machine whose look is simple and clean with all the functioning parts contributing to the overall effectiveness. The blow-moulded air unit in the heel provides comfort and the rich leather upper offers class and like all impressive mechanical designs touches like the lace toggles provide functionality as well as looking the part. Upon testing out the sole you'll discover the 17s offer serious traction and happen to be one of the best performing Jordans. Not only do they look good, they're also the real deal on the court. Work or play these Js have got game.
Andy has been a sneaker aficionado for many years. Check out more great sneaker write ups at http://www.chicksinkicks.com
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The Air Jordan Legacy - Part 2/5
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Nike went in yet another new direction with the AJVIII and MJ and his shoe line received international exposure at the 92 Summer Olympics. He garnered even more attention for himself and Nike when he led the Bulls to a '3-Peat'in his Jordan VIIIs. The only Air Jordan that has ever and most likely will ever feature straps is the VIII; supposed to give more support and fit better this was a brand new design concept for the AJs. The lightweight Huarache-like upper was gone while the inner bootie remained and a color splash was added was added near the heel. Detail lovers need to take notice of the carpet surrounding the Jumpman logo on the tongue and '23' emblazoned on the strap plus they should recognize that this shoe was only produced in 3 colorways (one for the NBA season and one for the Olympics).
The Air Jordan IX was a departure from what had come before. Described by many as a 'moon boot' it was initially a hate it or love it shoe and of course it's controversial as the shoe that Michael himself never actually wore during his basketball playing days until his third and final comeback (in retro form). While the inner bootie was maintained there was also a new innovation when the designer added 'speed-lacing' laceloops to Air Jordans for the first time in their history so this model kept some comfort and created some convenience. Two style features were introduced: reflective speckles on the upper gave it some flash and a touch of foreign languages and a globe intermixed with the numbers '23' and '1994' added some class. Although the experimental moon boot design scared a few people off at the time it did feature a solid materials mix of leather, nubuck and mesh that kept in grounded in the basics.
With the release of the AJX both Nike and Michael Jordan turned the page in their collective history. The Air Jordan X has been labelled the 'retirement shoe' by some as it collected and recorded MJ's accomplishments in the shoe like a list of nostalgic memories.
It did have some special characteristics however that made it stand out; for example added to the unusual feel of the shoe as an atypical basketball shoe was an upper of full grain leather and suede that gave it a classical and elegant look and feel. Given the special materials and envelope-pushing colorways to match NBA team uniforms (only the Bulls colors sold well) the AJX has carved out a niche as a distinct shoe and not just the 'retirement' model Jordan.
Nike must have been feeling the pressure to perform a bit and the mood may have been hesitant prior to the release of the Air Jordan XI however Nike and Michael would eventually answer all their critics in resounding fashion. The AJXI really is an instant classic and high on the top of almost everybody's favourite Jordan list quite simply because it performs great and looks even better. One of the biggest reasons is the introduction of patent leather for the first time with the combination of black patent leather combined with a crystal clear sole on the Space Jam model taking the athletic shoe world by storm. The combination of patent leather balanced out by nylon mesh on the upper made for a performance sneaker that was both attractive and functional. Besides the superb design and materials of the XI there were also practical considerations such as the cutting edge carbon fibre shank plate for added bounce and support and the patented Nike Air torsion to add cushioning to the heel and forefoot. This model Air Jordan was also a massive hit as a Retro especially the aforementioned Space Jam in its amazing colorway.
After the massive success of the AJXIs, 'what can we do for an encore?' Nike must have been thinking. Enter the Air Jordan XII.
Well what Tinker Hatfield and his team did, was to push the shoe frontier one step further with more advanced supportive technology, top end materials and sweet little signature touches to keep Jordan fans coming back for more. It didn't hurt either that Mr. Jordan himself dominated the Utah Jazz in the AJ 12s and won yet another championship while the 'flu game' as it has been labelled was forever etched into the tablet of our collective memory. The Air Jordan XII introduced the use of Zoom Air tech and also included a full length carbon fibre shank plate as well. The full grain leather gave this shoe the feeling of high 'quality' that one would expect from a shoe 'inspired by the greatest player ever' and the signature touches gave his Airness's loyal shoe/basketball fan base exactly what they were hungry to receive. In fact the following parts of the shoe were given quality details: the tongue had the 'T W O 3' wording, the pull tab had script and a jumpman, the sole had a large jumpman creeping up to the toe and the metal laceloops contained the jumpman logos also. The AJXII ensured the Jordan line progressed and in a firm yet subtle way connected the greatness of the player to the shoe.
After the overwhelming success of its two direct predecessors it's not surprising that the Air Jordan XIII also known as 'the Black Cat' is something of an enigma. It was released in five different colorways in hightop form and two in low; while it proved to be one of the most comfortable and highest performing shoes ever made it really got mixed reviews from JordanHeads and everyday fans of hoops and kicks in the looks department. It took a while for the street buzz to start on the 13s however when it did the more popular colors started to move impressive numbers although some shoes did sit on shelves for a while especially in experimental color schemes. The Jordan XIII was definitely an innovator in terms of performance and support as it was the first shoe to use the Zoom Air Technology to the fullest; while the AJ13 took a lighter, more streamlined approach than the 12, its side pods actually provided a larger surface area when ballin' than the XII. It had a snugger, more aerodynamic style that meant the 1 and 2 could play their slashing game with good ankle support and less constraints. The AJXIII remains a bit of a puzzle to students of Jordans as it received its fair share of love from critics yet didn't catch fire immediately with the buying public (although even the least popular/worst selling colorways are seen selling today for above retail prices). Although the Jordan lows craze was ignited single-handedly by lucky 13 it remains unloved and underappreciated by OldSkoolers.
Andy has been a sneaker aficionado for many years. Check out more great sneaker write ups at http://www.chicksinkicks.com
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Article Title: The Air Jordan Legacy - Part 2/5
Author: Chris Kanei
Category: Basketball, Collecting
Word Count: 1154
Keywords: air jordan, jordans, aj, nike jordans, nike air jordans
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Nike went in yet another new direction with the AJVIII and MJ and his shoe line received international exposure at the 92 Summer Olympics. He garnered even more attention for himself and Nike when he led the Bulls to a '3-Peat'in his Jordan VIIIs. The only Air Jordan that has ever and most likely will ever feature straps is the VIII; supposed to give more support and fit better this was a brand new design concept for the AJs. The lightweight Huarache-like upper was gone while the inner bootie remained and a color splash was added was added near the heel. Detail lovers need to take notice of the carpet surrounding the Jumpman logo on the tongue and '23' emblazoned on the strap plus they should recognize that this shoe was only produced in 3 colorways (one for the NBA season and one for the Olympics).
The Air Jordan IX was a departure from what had come before. Described by many as a 'moon boot' it was initially a hate it or love it shoe and of course it's controversial as the shoe that Michael himself never actually wore during his basketball playing days until his third and final comeback (in retro form). While the inner bootie was maintained there was also a new innovation when the designer added 'speed-lacing' laceloops to Air Jordans for the first time in their history so this model kept some comfort and created some convenience. Two style features were introduced: reflective speckles on the upper gave it some flash and a touch of foreign languages and a globe intermixed with the numbers '23' and '1994' added some class. Although the experimental moon boot design scared a few people off at the time it did feature a solid materials mix of leather, nubuck and mesh that kept in grounded in the basics.
With the release of the AJX both Nike and Michael Jordan turned the page in their collective history. The Air Jordan X has been labelled the 'retirement shoe' by some as it collected and recorded MJ's accomplishments in the shoe like a list of nostalgic memories.
It did have some special characteristics however that made it stand out; for example added to the unusual feel of the shoe as an atypical basketball shoe was an upper of full grain leather and suede that gave it a classical and elegant look and feel. Given the special materials and envelope-pushing colorways to match NBA team uniforms (only the Bulls colors sold well) the AJX has carved out a niche as a distinct shoe and not just the 'retirement' model Jordan.
Nike must have been feeling the pressure to perform a bit and the mood may have been hesitant prior to the release of the Air Jordan XI however Nike and Michael would eventually answer all their critics in resounding fashion. The AJXI really is an instant classic and high on the top of almost everybody's favourite Jordan list quite simply because it performs great and looks even better. One of the biggest reasons is the introduction of patent leather for the first time with the combination of black patent leather combined with a crystal clear sole on the Space Jam model taking the athletic shoe world by storm. The combination of patent leather balanced out by nylon mesh on the upper made for a performance sneaker that was both attractive and functional. Besides the superb design and materials of the XI there were also practical considerations such as the cutting edge carbon fibre shank plate for added bounce and support and the patented Nike Air torsion to add cushioning to the heel and forefoot. This model Air Jordan was also a massive hit as a Retro especially the aforementioned Space Jam in its amazing colorway.
After the massive success of the AJXIs, 'what can we do for an encore?' Nike must have been thinking. Enter the Air Jordan XII.
Well what Tinker Hatfield and his team did, was to push the shoe frontier one step further with more advanced supportive technology, top end materials and sweet little signature touches to keep Jordan fans coming back for more. It didn't hurt either that Mr. Jordan himself dominated the Utah Jazz in the AJ 12s and won yet another championship while the 'flu game' as it has been labelled was forever etched into the tablet of our collective memory. The Air Jordan XII introduced the use of Zoom Air tech and also included a full length carbon fibre shank plate as well. The full grain leather gave this shoe the feeling of high 'quality' that one would expect from a shoe 'inspired by the greatest player ever' and the signature touches gave his Airness's loyal shoe/basketball fan base exactly what they were hungry to receive. In fact the following parts of the shoe were given quality details: the tongue had the 'T W O 3' wording, the pull tab had script and a jumpman, the sole had a large jumpman creeping up to the toe and the metal laceloops contained the jumpman logos also. The AJXII ensured the Jordan line progressed and in a firm yet subtle way connected the greatness of the player to the shoe.
After the overwhelming success of its two direct predecessors it's not surprising that the Air Jordan XIII also known as 'the Black Cat' is something of an enigma. It was released in five different colorways in hightop form and two in low; while it proved to be one of the most comfortable and highest performing shoes ever made it really got mixed reviews from JordanHeads and everyday fans of hoops and kicks in the looks department. It took a while for the street buzz to start on the 13s however when it did the more popular colors started to move impressive numbers although some shoes did sit on shelves for a while especially in experimental color schemes. The Jordan XIII was definitely an innovator in terms of performance and support as it was the first shoe to use the Zoom Air Technology to the fullest; while the AJ13 took a lighter, more streamlined approach than the 12, its side pods actually provided a larger surface area when ballin' than the XII. It had a snugger, more aerodynamic style that meant the 1 and 2 could play their slashing game with good ankle support and less constraints. The AJXIII remains a bit of a puzzle to students of Jordans as it received its fair share of love from critics yet didn't catch fire immediately with the buying public (although even the least popular/worst selling colorways are seen selling today for above retail prices). Although the Jordan lows craze was ignited single-handedly by lucky 13 it remains unloved and underappreciated by OldSkoolers.
Andy has been a sneaker aficionado for many years. Check out more great sneaker write ups at http://www.chicksinkicks.com
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The Air Jordan Legacy - Part 1/5
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Article Title: The Air Jordan Legacy - Part 1/5
Author: Chris Kanei
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The year was 1985 and a historic partnership was formed between the greatest basketball player of all time and arguably the greatest sports marketing company with the release of the Air Jordan I in the simple colorways of the Bulls home and away: white/black/red and b/r (the NBA fined MJ for not having enough white on his shoes and of course Nike stepped up to pay his fines gaining valuable media exposure in the process). The original Air Jordan One was an eclectic mix of other Nike basketball shoes: Nike Dunk, Terminator and Air Force 1 and what helped to set it apart in terms of leading edge sports marketing and branding was the classic 'Jordan Wings' logo which reminds you of flight and Mike soaring to the rim. The AJI is a simple, timeless shoe.
It's the classic original that was to begin the Jordan legacy; now while it's not recommended as a performance shoe by today's standards due to the paper thin sole it stood up compared with the other basketball shoes of its day. This shoe unsurprisingly has been retroed many times including the 2001 Retro+ that was cut a little lower with 9 lace holes instead of 8 and a stitched jumpman on the heel; the 2002 version, instead of the giant side swoosh had a chrome jumpman and a clear outsole.
The AJI began the process next game along the AJII. Now the first big difference is that the AJ2 lacks the giant side swoosh; in fact one of the only commonalities is the Wings logo. It has a completed revamped upper with simple lines and upgraded materials.
On this model higher quality leathers were used and in combination with plastic on the heel counter and lace loops it had a more solid feel. The AJIIs were crafted in Italy and the Wings logo became an integral part of the main design. Remade in 1994, the Jordan II retro, like the Retro I came in a commemorative box with a retro card.
What happened next was revolutionary in terms of sneaker design, high performance basketball shoes and sports marketing. It was the release of the Air Jordan III and according to a recent poll; the AJIII is the most popular sneaker ever. The Air Jordan III was the first in so many ways; the first Air Jordan designed by Tinker Hatfield, the 1st to have a visible air bubble, and the 1st to feature the jumpman as the main logo. The featured designs of the elephant print, sculpted midsole and lower profile were revolutionary and set the Air Jordan apart. In terms of looks and feel, by featuring a full grain and nubuck upper with synthetic leather elephant print, the AJIII set the bar far higher than its two predecessors. Technically speaking, by adding a polyurethane midsole and Visible Max Air bubble, the AJIII was and continues to be a top of the line shoe.
When the AJIV arrived on the scene the ties to the AJIII pertained to the advanced and comfortable midsole and the 'Nike Air' on the heel however the similarities ended there. The Jordan IV featured nubuck uppers for the first time along with the Black/Cement colorway. A thin plastic mesh is displayed on each of the 4 colorways and the triangle sidepiece and lace holders were also made from plastic. The tongue, just like Mike's very own trademark at the height of his powers, really set this shoe off; not only was the Jumpman there but also included was a 'Flight' script logo that added a touch more flavour.
With the arrival of the AJV seeing as how the AJ4 was a classic in its own right just like its predecessor it's not surprising that many of the best features were carried over. However there were noticeable differences such as lacelocks to prevent laces from coming undone during battle. Structurally, the Jordan V was designed to be a bit more supportive so it's a little higher cut than the IV with extra ankle padding. The release of the White/Grape Ice-New Emerald (Radical Purple and Green) shoe was the first time the Air Jordan was released in a non-traditional basketball colorway; another memorable detail was the stitched '23' on the traditional Black/Fire Red shoe. The style feature best remembered from this shoe was the tongue; made from 3M space-age fabrics, it reflected light. One of the more controversial features of the V was the clear rubber outsole; it was a cutting edge aesthetic design feature yet unfortunately inevitable yellowing somewhat tainted an otherwise great idea.
The AJVI appeared on the scene during an important era in the history of the NBA and professional sports. It is forever connected in our collective consciousness to MJ's first championship; I remember like it were yesterday watching Michael, wearing the Black/Infra Red 6s growing in confidence as a helpless Magic and his Lakers looked on with a mix of awe and appreciation. Besides the now classic Black/Infra Red the rest of the colorways for the IV were interesting to say the least and didn't really match the Bulls uniform. Noticeable tech/design differences on this shoe were a more sculpted midsole with more definition at the arch and an innovative new comfort feature emanating from a redesigned tongue minus the 3M fabric. The Jordan VI is the first one to include an inner bootie; the tongue forms the top of a slender neoprene sleeve which descends to the top of the foot, providing a form fit and snug feel.
As Michael revolutionized the game of basketball, Nike and Air Jordan continued to revolutionize the shoe game with the AJVII. Michael won his second championship in this shoe against the Blazers and who could forget the zone he got into when he sunk 6 threes in one half. The transition from AJ VI to AJ VII saw the departure of the words 'Nike Air' and Mars Blackmon. MJ after winning his second NBA title also won the Olympic Gold Medal in 1992 and his Olympic #9 was on the back of the shoe rather than #23. About the shoe itself it was at times lighter and at other times more comfortable than its predecessor. To make the best use possible of the inner boot it extended upwards and was equipped with a pull-tab while it hugged and contoured to your foot at the front. With the #23 imprinted on the back in plastic this Jordan was less heavy and more aerodynamic than its two direct predecessors and the thick ankle padding had been removed. The 7s were brought back in 2002 then retroed once more on short notice in 2004.
Andy has been a sneaker aficionado for many years. Check out more great sneaker write ups at http://www.chicksinkicks.com
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The year was 1985 and a historic partnership was formed between the greatest basketball player of all time and arguably the greatest sports marketing company with the release of the Air Jordan I in the simple colorways of the Bulls home and away: white/black/red and b/r (the NBA fined MJ for not having enough white on his shoes and of course Nike stepped up to pay his fines gaining valuable media exposure in the process). The original Air Jordan One was an eclectic mix of other Nike basketball shoes: Nike Dunk, Terminator and Air Force 1 and what helped to set it apart in terms of leading edge sports marketing and branding was the classic 'Jordan Wings' logo which reminds you of flight and Mike soaring to the rim. The AJI is a simple, timeless shoe.
It's the classic original that was to begin the Jordan legacy; now while it's not recommended as a performance shoe by today's standards due to the paper thin sole it stood up compared with the other basketball shoes of its day. This shoe unsurprisingly has been retroed many times including the 2001 Retro+ that was cut a little lower with 9 lace holes instead of 8 and a stitched jumpman on the heel; the 2002 version, instead of the giant side swoosh had a chrome jumpman and a clear outsole.
The AJI began the process next game along the AJII. Now the first big difference is that the AJ2 lacks the giant side swoosh; in fact one of the only commonalities is the Wings logo. It has a completed revamped upper with simple lines and upgraded materials.
On this model higher quality leathers were used and in combination with plastic on the heel counter and lace loops it had a more solid feel. The AJIIs were crafted in Italy and the Wings logo became an integral part of the main design. Remade in 1994, the Jordan II retro, like the Retro I came in a commemorative box with a retro card.
What happened next was revolutionary in terms of sneaker design, high performance basketball shoes and sports marketing. It was the release of the Air Jordan III and according to a recent poll; the AJIII is the most popular sneaker ever. The Air Jordan III was the first in so many ways; the first Air Jordan designed by Tinker Hatfield, the 1st to have a visible air bubble, and the 1st to feature the jumpman as the main logo. The featured designs of the elephant print, sculpted midsole and lower profile were revolutionary and set the Air Jordan apart. In terms of looks and feel, by featuring a full grain and nubuck upper with synthetic leather elephant print, the AJIII set the bar far higher than its two predecessors. Technically speaking, by adding a polyurethane midsole and Visible Max Air bubble, the AJIII was and continues to be a top of the line shoe.
When the AJIV arrived on the scene the ties to the AJIII pertained to the advanced and comfortable midsole and the 'Nike Air' on the heel however the similarities ended there. The Jordan IV featured nubuck uppers for the first time along with the Black/Cement colorway. A thin plastic mesh is displayed on each of the 4 colorways and the triangle sidepiece and lace holders were also made from plastic. The tongue, just like Mike's very own trademark at the height of his powers, really set this shoe off; not only was the Jumpman there but also included was a 'Flight' script logo that added a touch more flavour.
With the arrival of the AJV seeing as how the AJ4 was a classic in its own right just like its predecessor it's not surprising that many of the best features were carried over. However there were noticeable differences such as lacelocks to prevent laces from coming undone during battle. Structurally, the Jordan V was designed to be a bit more supportive so it's a little higher cut than the IV with extra ankle padding. The release of the White/Grape Ice-New Emerald (Radical Purple and Green) shoe was the first time the Air Jordan was released in a non-traditional basketball colorway; another memorable detail was the stitched '23' on the traditional Black/Fire Red shoe. The style feature best remembered from this shoe was the tongue; made from 3M space-age fabrics, it reflected light. One of the more controversial features of the V was the clear rubber outsole; it was a cutting edge aesthetic design feature yet unfortunately inevitable yellowing somewhat tainted an otherwise great idea.
The AJVI appeared on the scene during an important era in the history of the NBA and professional sports. It is forever connected in our collective consciousness to MJ's first championship; I remember like it were yesterday watching Michael, wearing the Black/Infra Red 6s growing in confidence as a helpless Magic and his Lakers looked on with a mix of awe and appreciation. Besides the now classic Black/Infra Red the rest of the colorways for the IV were interesting to say the least and didn't really match the Bulls uniform. Noticeable tech/design differences on this shoe were a more sculpted midsole with more definition at the arch and an innovative new comfort feature emanating from a redesigned tongue minus the 3M fabric. The Jordan VI is the first one to include an inner bootie; the tongue forms the top of a slender neoprene sleeve which descends to the top of the foot, providing a form fit and snug feel.
As Michael revolutionized the game of basketball, Nike and Air Jordan continued to revolutionize the shoe game with the AJVII. Michael won his second championship in this shoe against the Blazers and who could forget the zone he got into when he sunk 6 threes in one half. The transition from AJ VI to AJ VII saw the departure of the words 'Nike Air' and Mars Blackmon. MJ after winning his second NBA title also won the Olympic Gold Medal in 1992 and his Olympic #9 was on the back of the shoe rather than #23. About the shoe itself it was at times lighter and at other times more comfortable than its predecessor. To make the best use possible of the inner boot it extended upwards and was equipped with a pull-tab while it hugged and contoured to your foot at the front. With the #23 imprinted on the back in plastic this Jordan was less heavy and more aerodynamic than its two direct predecessors and the thick ankle padding had been removed. The 7s were brought back in 2002 then retroed once more on short notice in 2004.
Andy has been a sneaker aficionado for many years. Check out more great sneaker write ups at http://www.chicksinkicks.com
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How Can I Sell My Old Indian Head Pennies
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Article Title: How Can I Sell My Old Indian Head Pennies
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Many people today are ending up with old coins such as Indian Head Cents and may not know what to do with them, or how much they are worth. If you are in this situation, the good news is that those old coins are likely worth far more than face value. By face value, I mean they are worth more than what is minted on the coin. Old coins, such as Indian Head pennies are indeed worth more than the one cent that is stamped on the reverse of the coin.
One note of clarification, the official US term for our small denomination coin is CENT. Penny is a term that is a carryover from the days of British Rule. Even so, the term penny is so commonly used, we will the words penny and cent interchangeably.
Indian Head Cents, were minted by the US government from 1859 through 1909. Another coin that preceded the Indian Head cent was the Flying Eagle Cent. This coin was produced in 1857 and 1858. There were a few thousand prototypes produced in 1856 that are quite rare.
Indian Head Cents are very easy to identify. They are the same size as the cent that is in use today but instead of a portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the front, there is a portrait of an Indian. The coin's reverse side shows ONE CENT within a laurel wreath.
If you have these coins, it is typically worthwhile to separate them from other pennies. Bulk Wheat Pennies are only worth 3 to 4 cents per coin, where Indian Head Cents are worth much more.
During the sorting process you may want to sort them by their appearance. Coins that are corroded, beat up, bent, holed, etc will not be worth very much, whereas nice and original coins could be worth much more. This is a good place to interject this comment. Do not clean your coins. Collectors like coins that are in their original state. If you clean your coins in any way, you will significantly reduce their value. Yes, it really will. Please do not clean your coins.
Once you have sorted them, you can begin getting quotes for your collection. When contacting a buyer, s/he may ask you a few questions about them. Most often, this will be about their condition. Also, you may be asked if they are in rolls, coin folders or albums. Be prepared to answer those questions to ensure you get the best price for your coins.
Almost all offers you receive will be contingent on examination of the coins. The reason for this is simple; everybody has a different opinion on grade. What you think is decent shape may not be decent shape according to the buyer. Many dealers will tell you they will charge you back postage for misrepresented coins. So be sure to give an accurate description to any potential buyer.
Selling those old Indian Head Cents, or any other coins, is a fairly straight forward process. By following this advice, you will be well on your way to divesting yourself of those old coins.
Keith Scott buys coin collections of all kinds. His website has tips on how to sell coin collections at http://www.universalcoinbuyers.com. Visit his websites for tips on how to sell your coin collection
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Many people today are ending up with old coins such as Indian Head Cents and may not know what to do with them, or how much they are worth. If you are in this situation, the good news is that those old coins are likely worth far more than face value. By face value, I mean they are worth more than what is minted on the coin. Old coins, such as Indian Head pennies are indeed worth more than the one cent that is stamped on the reverse of the coin.
One note of clarification, the official US term for our small denomination coin is CENT. Penny is a term that is a carryover from the days of British Rule. Even so, the term penny is so commonly used, we will the words penny and cent interchangeably.
Indian Head Cents, were minted by the US government from 1859 through 1909. Another coin that preceded the Indian Head cent was the Flying Eagle Cent. This coin was produced in 1857 and 1858. There were a few thousand prototypes produced in 1856 that are quite rare.
Indian Head Cents are very easy to identify. They are the same size as the cent that is in use today but instead of a portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the front, there is a portrait of an Indian. The coin's reverse side shows ONE CENT within a laurel wreath.
If you have these coins, it is typically worthwhile to separate them from other pennies. Bulk Wheat Pennies are only worth 3 to 4 cents per coin, where Indian Head Cents are worth much more.
During the sorting process you may want to sort them by their appearance. Coins that are corroded, beat up, bent, holed, etc will not be worth very much, whereas nice and original coins could be worth much more. This is a good place to interject this comment. Do not clean your coins. Collectors like coins that are in their original state. If you clean your coins in any way, you will significantly reduce their value. Yes, it really will. Please do not clean your coins.
Once you have sorted them, you can begin getting quotes for your collection. When contacting a buyer, s/he may ask you a few questions about them. Most often, this will be about their condition. Also, you may be asked if they are in rolls, coin folders or albums. Be prepared to answer those questions to ensure you get the best price for your coins.
Almost all offers you receive will be contingent on examination of the coins. The reason for this is simple; everybody has a different opinion on grade. What you think is decent shape may not be decent shape according to the buyer. Many dealers will tell you they will charge you back postage for misrepresented coins. So be sure to give an accurate description to any potential buyer.
Selling those old Indian Head Cents, or any other coins, is a fairly straight forward process. By following this advice, you will be well on your way to divesting yourself of those old coins.
Keith Scott buys coin collections of all kinds. His website has tips on how to sell coin collections at http://www.universalcoinbuyers.com. Visit his websites for tips on how to sell your coin collection
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Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Call Him Creator-Man
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Article Title: Call Him Creator-Man
Author: Hector Cantu
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Like Walt Disney and George Lucas, Stan Lee has co-created some of the most iconic characters in pop culture: Spider-Man, X-Men, the Fantastic Four, Iron Man, and the Incredible Hulk. Movie's based on his super-characters have generated more than $2.3 billion in U.S. ticket sales. Toys, books and games have generated billions more.
Lee is one of the most important figures in American popular culture. He began working for Marvel (then Timely) Comics in 1939, with his first published work appearing in May 1941. The following year, at age 20, he was editor and chief writer, creating stories for a variety of romance, horror, humor, science-fiction and suspense comics.
By 1960, competitor DC comics had launched a team of superheroes called the Justice League of America. Marvel publisher Martin Goodman demanded a response, and in 1961, Lee and Jack Kirby produced Fantastic Four No. 1. Fan response was phenomenal, with critics today calling the work a masterful step forward in comic-book evolution.
Lee would continue creating and co-creating characters for Marvel over the next two decades. Along the way, he published some of the market's most valuable collectibles, with key issues of Marvel Comics often demanding more than a quarter million dollars.
With the Walt Disney Company in the process of purchasing Marvel Entertainment -- further cementing his status in American culture -- Lee is busier than ever. He most recently launched POW! Entertainment to create, produce and license new characters. He hosted two seasons of the Syfy channel show "Who Wants to be a Superhero?" And he's executive producer of several motion pictures based on Marvel characters (Black Panther, Nick Fury, Thor) that are yet to be released.
Surprisingly, Lee does not consider himself a collector. "Collecting is great," he says with a laugh, "if you have the time for it!"
Q: Of the 15 top-grossing movies in the United States, George Lucas' characters have grossed about $1.2 billion in ticket sales and your characters have grossed $1.1 billion.
A: Damn! He's always beating me! I don't like being in second place!
Q: Do you consider yourself one of the most successful creators in Hollywood?
A: Of course not! Lucas does movies. I only wrote a lot of comic book stories which other people have made into great movies. I had nothing to do with the movies and yet I seem to get so much credit for them. I feel like a phony!
Q: But Lucas created Luke Skywalker, you created Peter Parker. He created Darth Vader, you created Dr. Doom. Lucas wrote the stories, you wrote the stories.
A: Yeah, but he also produced and directed those movies. I didn't have anything to do with the movies. That's the only thing. I think I was very instrumental in making these characters famous and successful as comic book characters. In the comic book field, I did very well and I am happy to accept all the credit that might be heaped upon me. But the movies that have made all this money you're talking about, while they were based on things that I wrote, they were written and directed and acted by other people. I had nothing to do with that. So I would be an idiot to compare myself to a George Lucas. I think I'm cuter! [laughs]
Q: So there you are, working at Marvel Comics for more than 40 years, with comic books all over the place. But you never really collected them?
A: I never had time to be a collector. I was always too busy writing. You know, I'm probably one of the world's greatest hack writers because I got paid for what I wrote. The more I wrote, the more money I made. So I was writing all the time so I could pay my bills. Collecting is great if you have the time for it! Also, when I was writing, I never for a minute thought that years later these comics would turn out to be collectibles.
Q: Your wife Joanie is a collector.
A: Her tastes are very catholic. She was the first person I know who years ago latched on to African art when nobody knew what it was. She was buying these bits of sculpture from Nairobi and God knows where else. She collects paintings, sculpture, antique jewelry, watches. Anything that she finds attractive, she collects.
Q: Even though you had a full plate at Marvel, but wanted to do more. In the late 1950s, you started a newspaper comic, Mrs. Lyons' Cubs with artist Joe Maneely. Then in 1960, you and artist Dan DeCarlo created the Willie Lumpkin comic strip, and that was followed by The Virtue of Vera Valiant, which you did with Frank Springer. In 1977, of course, you launched the Spider-Man newspaper strip. Why the desire to produce a syndicated strip?
A: I was always trying to do something that would break out and be a huge success.
Q: But Stan, wasn't creating Spider-Man keeping you busy enough?
A: I didn't know Spider-Man was that successful in the beginning. It took a few years before I realized we were on to something. I wanted to do something big, but we had bad luck.
Q: But you wanted to be syndicated because ...
A: In those days, newspaper syndication was the big leagues and comic books were the minor leagues, the bush leagues. Maybe if you were good, you would graduate to newspaper syndication. The funny thing is today it's almost reversed.
Q: A few years ago, you started releasing, through Heritage Auction Galleries, your file copies from your days at Marvel. Those included Spider-Man #1, X-Men #1, Amazing Fantasy #15 and Fantastic Four #1.
A: Those books that went to auction were just books that somehow I had accumulated. I didn't save them as part of any savings plan or collection. There might have been a story that I liked that I didn't feel like throwing the book away that quickly. I was always giving the books away! These were just some books that I hadn't gotten around to giving away!
Q: What about original artwork?
A: You know, we never had room. We worked in one little office. ... So we'd give the artwork away, the original artwork, to kids who'd come up to deliver a sandwich, or to a cleaning woman who didn't want it. We didn't know. We'd throw them away. Who knew?
Q: Finally, I have to ask. Did you ever mail off $1 plus 25 cents for postage and handling to get your very own X-Ray Specs?
A: As a matter of fact, Johnson Smith was the company that sold a lot of that stuff. The thing I sent away for most - I sent off for it a few times because I lost one - they have a little gadget that I felt was the most valuable thing in the world, because if you had this, you could do anything! It had a little magnifying glass and a little compass and a little knife blade and God knows what else. How I loved it!
Hector Cantu is editorial director at Heritage Magazine (http://www.HeritageMagazine.com), where this story originally appeared.
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Article Title: Call Him Creator-Man
Author: Hector Cantu
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Like Walt Disney and George Lucas, Stan Lee has co-created some of the most iconic characters in pop culture: Spider-Man, X-Men, the Fantastic Four, Iron Man, and the Incredible Hulk. Movie's based on his super-characters have generated more than $2.3 billion in U.S. ticket sales. Toys, books and games have generated billions more.
Lee is one of the most important figures in American popular culture. He began working for Marvel (then Timely) Comics in 1939, with his first published work appearing in May 1941. The following year, at age 20, he was editor and chief writer, creating stories for a variety of romance, horror, humor, science-fiction and suspense comics.
By 1960, competitor DC comics had launched a team of superheroes called the Justice League of America. Marvel publisher Martin Goodman demanded a response, and in 1961, Lee and Jack Kirby produced Fantastic Four No. 1. Fan response was phenomenal, with critics today calling the work a masterful step forward in comic-book evolution.
Lee would continue creating and co-creating characters for Marvel over the next two decades. Along the way, he published some of the market's most valuable collectibles, with key issues of Marvel Comics often demanding more than a quarter million dollars.
With the Walt Disney Company in the process of purchasing Marvel Entertainment -- further cementing his status in American culture -- Lee is busier than ever. He most recently launched POW! Entertainment to create, produce and license new characters. He hosted two seasons of the Syfy channel show "Who Wants to be a Superhero?" And he's executive producer of several motion pictures based on Marvel characters (Black Panther, Nick Fury, Thor) that are yet to be released.
Surprisingly, Lee does not consider himself a collector. "Collecting is great," he says with a laugh, "if you have the time for it!"
Q: Of the 15 top-grossing movies in the United States, George Lucas' characters have grossed about $1.2 billion in ticket sales and your characters have grossed $1.1 billion.
A: Damn! He's always beating me! I don't like being in second place!
Q: Do you consider yourself one of the most successful creators in Hollywood?
A: Of course not! Lucas does movies. I only wrote a lot of comic book stories which other people have made into great movies. I had nothing to do with the movies and yet I seem to get so much credit for them. I feel like a phony!
Q: But Lucas created Luke Skywalker, you created Peter Parker. He created Darth Vader, you created Dr. Doom. Lucas wrote the stories, you wrote the stories.
A: Yeah, but he also produced and directed those movies. I didn't have anything to do with the movies. That's the only thing. I think I was very instrumental in making these characters famous and successful as comic book characters. In the comic book field, I did very well and I am happy to accept all the credit that might be heaped upon me. But the movies that have made all this money you're talking about, while they were based on things that I wrote, they were written and directed and acted by other people. I had nothing to do with that. So I would be an idiot to compare myself to a George Lucas. I think I'm cuter! [laughs]
Q: So there you are, working at Marvel Comics for more than 40 years, with comic books all over the place. But you never really collected them?
A: I never had time to be a collector. I was always too busy writing. You know, I'm probably one of the world's greatest hack writers because I got paid for what I wrote. The more I wrote, the more money I made. So I was writing all the time so I could pay my bills. Collecting is great if you have the time for it! Also, when I was writing, I never for a minute thought that years later these comics would turn out to be collectibles.
Q: Your wife Joanie is a collector.
A: Her tastes are very catholic. She was the first person I know who years ago latched on to African art when nobody knew what it was. She was buying these bits of sculpture from Nairobi and God knows where else. She collects paintings, sculpture, antique jewelry, watches. Anything that she finds attractive, she collects.
Q: Even though you had a full plate at Marvel, but wanted to do more. In the late 1950s, you started a newspaper comic, Mrs. Lyons' Cubs with artist Joe Maneely. Then in 1960, you and artist Dan DeCarlo created the Willie Lumpkin comic strip, and that was followed by The Virtue of Vera Valiant, which you did with Frank Springer. In 1977, of course, you launched the Spider-Man newspaper strip. Why the desire to produce a syndicated strip?
A: I was always trying to do something that would break out and be a huge success.
Q: But Stan, wasn't creating Spider-Man keeping you busy enough?
A: I didn't know Spider-Man was that successful in the beginning. It took a few years before I realized we were on to something. I wanted to do something big, but we had bad luck.
Q: But you wanted to be syndicated because ...
A: In those days, newspaper syndication was the big leagues and comic books were the minor leagues, the bush leagues. Maybe if you were good, you would graduate to newspaper syndication. The funny thing is today it's almost reversed.
Q: A few years ago, you started releasing, through Heritage Auction Galleries, your file copies from your days at Marvel. Those included Spider-Man #1, X-Men #1, Amazing Fantasy #15 and Fantastic Four #1.
A: Those books that went to auction were just books that somehow I had accumulated. I didn't save them as part of any savings plan or collection. There might have been a story that I liked that I didn't feel like throwing the book away that quickly. I was always giving the books away! These were just some books that I hadn't gotten around to giving away!
Q: What about original artwork?
A: You know, we never had room. We worked in one little office. ... So we'd give the artwork away, the original artwork, to kids who'd come up to deliver a sandwich, or to a cleaning woman who didn't want it. We didn't know. We'd throw them away. Who knew?
Q: Finally, I have to ask. Did you ever mail off $1 plus 25 cents for postage and handling to get your very own X-Ray Specs?
A: As a matter of fact, Johnson Smith was the company that sold a lot of that stuff. The thing I sent away for most - I sent off for it a few times because I lost one - they have a little gadget that I felt was the most valuable thing in the world, because if you had this, you could do anything! It had a little magnifying glass and a little compass and a little knife blade and God knows what else. How I loved it!
Hector Cantu is editorial director at Heritage Magazine (http://www.HeritageMagazine.com), where this story originally appeared.
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Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Are All Those Wheat Pennies I Have Worth Anything
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Many Americans have jars, old coffee cans, cigar boxes, etc filled with old pennies they accumulated over the years. In some cases, you may have inherited them. The question I often hear is, "Are they worth anything?" The short answer is yes they are, if they are dated 1958 or earlier. The next question though is, "How much?"
That is always a tough question to answer. To answer that question, we must first review a little history. The Lincoln Cent has been around since 1909. That is over 100 years. In 1959, a new reverse of the coin was introduced. The reverse has the Lincoln Memorial on it. This is what you commonly see today and replaced the reverse that showed wheat stalks on each side of the reverse with the word "ONE CENT" in the middle.
Although there were new designs introduced in 2009 commemorating the 100 year anniversary, as of this writing, they are not yet widely distributed. Also, there will be a new reverse for 2010. Most Lincoln Memorial Cents are worth one cent.
One fact to note is that all those pennies, or cents, produced from 1909 through 1958 were made of copper. If copper goes up in price, the base metal may be worth more than the numismatic value of many of these coins. In 1982 the Mint switched over from copper to a zinc cent coated with copper.
Back to the main point. Pennies dated before 1959 are indeed worth more than face value. But they are not likely to make you rich. During those 50 years Wheat Pennies, or more technically correct, Wheat Cents, were produced, many, many billions of them were made. In fact over 25 billion of them were made. How can anything that was made over 25 billion times be worth anything?
Well, truth be told, most wheat cents are only worth a few cents. They are so common, that if you had thousands of them lying around, the likelihood that you had a rarity is slim. Yes, even with that many. Most of the "rare" cents were identified long ago and plucked from circulation 50-75 years ago.
So if you have a few thousand cents lying around, where does this leave you? If you are looking to cash them in, your best bet is to contact a coin buyer and get a quote. The reality is that most wheat cents are sold in bulk. It is simply not worth the time and trouble to search each and every one of them for that slim chance you will find a rarity.
If you have only a handful, such as a few hundred, you may just want to leave them in the coffee can and give them to a kid who collects coins. The effort to sell them may not be worth it.
Of course, if you have a lot of time, you can get a book from the library and research each and every one of them to look for a rarity. You may not find one, but it is cheap entertainment.
Keith Scott buys coin collections of all kinds. His website has tips on how to sell coin collections at http://www.universalcoinbuyers.com. Visit his websites for tips on how to sell your coin collection
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Many Americans have jars, old coffee cans, cigar boxes, etc filled with old pennies they accumulated over the years. In some cases, you may have inherited them. The question I often hear is, "Are they worth anything?" The short answer is yes they are, if they are dated 1958 or earlier. The next question though is, "How much?"
That is always a tough question to answer. To answer that question, we must first review a little history. The Lincoln Cent has been around since 1909. That is over 100 years. In 1959, a new reverse of the coin was introduced. The reverse has the Lincoln Memorial on it. This is what you commonly see today and replaced the reverse that showed wheat stalks on each side of the reverse with the word "ONE CENT" in the middle.
Although there were new designs introduced in 2009 commemorating the 100 year anniversary, as of this writing, they are not yet widely distributed. Also, there will be a new reverse for 2010. Most Lincoln Memorial Cents are worth one cent.
One fact to note is that all those pennies, or cents, produced from 1909 through 1958 were made of copper. If copper goes up in price, the base metal may be worth more than the numismatic value of many of these coins. In 1982 the Mint switched over from copper to a zinc cent coated with copper.
Back to the main point. Pennies dated before 1959 are indeed worth more than face value. But they are not likely to make you rich. During those 50 years Wheat Pennies, or more technically correct, Wheat Cents, were produced, many, many billions of them were made. In fact over 25 billion of them were made. How can anything that was made over 25 billion times be worth anything?
Well, truth be told, most wheat cents are only worth a few cents. They are so common, that if you had thousands of them lying around, the likelihood that you had a rarity is slim. Yes, even with that many. Most of the "rare" cents were identified long ago and plucked from circulation 50-75 years ago.
So if you have a few thousand cents lying around, where does this leave you? If you are looking to cash them in, your best bet is to contact a coin buyer and get a quote. The reality is that most wheat cents are sold in bulk. It is simply not worth the time and trouble to search each and every one of them for that slim chance you will find a rarity.
If you have only a handful, such as a few hundred, you may just want to leave them in the coffee can and give them to a kid who collects coins. The effort to sell them may not be worth it.
Of course, if you have a lot of time, you can get a book from the library and research each and every one of them to look for a rarity. You may not find one, but it is cheap entertainment.
Keith Scott buys coin collections of all kinds. His website has tips on how to sell coin collections at http://www.universalcoinbuyers.com. Visit his websites for tips on how to sell your coin collection
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Saturday, October 3, 2009
How Do I Easily Sell My Old Coins
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Many folks today find themselves in a situation they do not know how to handle. They just inherited a coin collection and they have no clue what to do. Unfortunately, many make the mistake of simply taking it to the bank and cashing them in. Seriously, this happens. If you find yourself with an unwanted coin collection you are no doubt wondering if it worth any money. So how do you go about finding out what the value is? There are 5 basic steps to follow to help you sell your coins.
Step number 1 is to organize. What do I mean? You must figure out what you have. This can be as simple as organizing the coins by denomination. A pile for Wheat Cents, a pile for Indian Head Cents, a pile for Buffalo Nickels, etc. Create a list of each series with a count of coins. If you find yourself with thousands and thousands of pennies though, no need to count them, just weigh them. There are about 148 pennies/cents per pound. The more detailed you are, the better idea you will get regarding the value of this collection.
Step number 2 is to contact someone who buys coins. This may seem like a daunting task, but that is why you are reading this article. Today you can do this via your computer. No need to get on the phone during work hours only to have your co-workers overhear you. Simply contact via email someone who sells coins, provide them with the information you have compiled. Depending on the information you compiled, the coin buyer may ask you some questions.
Step number 3 is to review your offer and to feel comfortable with it. Do not be afraid to ask questions. If the person who you are dealing with is put off with these questions, then you may want to seriously consider someone else to work with. You may want to ask questions such as what the offer is contingent on. If you get an offer based on the bullion value of your coins and the market goes down, the potential buyer may no longer be interested. Most offers are good for only a certain period of time.
Step number 4 is to accept the offer. The offer will likely be contingent of a review of the coins. This is often necessary because the coins may not be in the best of shape, or a host of other issues. This is nothing against the seller. The Coin Buyer has to be certain of the authenticity of the coins. Many coins are counterfeited. If the buyer suspects fake coins, he will return them to you.
Step number 5 is to ship the coins. This is a very important step and one you need to understand to protect yourself. Be sure to insure your package and to tightly package loose coins. You do not want coins rattling together in a package as that is a sure way to have them go missing.
That's it. If you follow these steps and common sense, you can easily sell your coin collection.
Keith Scott buys coin collections of all kinds. His website has tips on how to sell coin collections at http://www.universalcoinbuyers.com. Visit his websites for tips on how to sell your coin collection
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Article Title: How Do I Easily Sell My Old Coins
Author: Keith Scott
Category: Collecting
Word Count: 551
Keywords: selling coin collections, inherited coin collection
Author's Email Address: coins@mountainviewcoins.com
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------------------ ARTICLE START ------------------
Many folks today find themselves in a situation they do not know how to handle. They just inherited a coin collection and they have no clue what to do. Unfortunately, many make the mistake of simply taking it to the bank and cashing them in. Seriously, this happens. If you find yourself with an unwanted coin collection you are no doubt wondering if it worth any money. So how do you go about finding out what the value is? There are 5 basic steps to follow to help you sell your coins.
Step number 1 is to organize. What do I mean? You must figure out what you have. This can be as simple as organizing the coins by denomination. A pile for Wheat Cents, a pile for Indian Head Cents, a pile for Buffalo Nickels, etc. Create a list of each series with a count of coins. If you find yourself with thousands and thousands of pennies though, no need to count them, just weigh them. There are about 148 pennies/cents per pound. The more detailed you are, the better idea you will get regarding the value of this collection.
Step number 2 is to contact someone who buys coins. This may seem like a daunting task, but that is why you are reading this article. Today you can do this via your computer. No need to get on the phone during work hours only to have your co-workers overhear you. Simply contact via email someone who sells coins, provide them with the information you have compiled. Depending on the information you compiled, the coin buyer may ask you some questions.
Step number 3 is to review your offer and to feel comfortable with it. Do not be afraid to ask questions. If the person who you are dealing with is put off with these questions, then you may want to seriously consider someone else to work with. You may want to ask questions such as what the offer is contingent on. If you get an offer based on the bullion value of your coins and the market goes down, the potential buyer may no longer be interested. Most offers are good for only a certain period of time.
Step number 4 is to accept the offer. The offer will likely be contingent of a review of the coins. This is often necessary because the coins may not be in the best of shape, or a host of other issues. This is nothing against the seller. The Coin Buyer has to be certain of the authenticity of the coins. Many coins are counterfeited. If the buyer suspects fake coins, he will return them to you.
Step number 5 is to ship the coins. This is a very important step and one you need to understand to protect yourself. Be sure to insure your package and to tightly package loose coins. You do not want coins rattling together in a package as that is a sure way to have them go missing.
That's it. If you follow these steps and common sense, you can easily sell your coin collection.
Keith Scott buys coin collections of all kinds. His website has tips on how to sell coin collections at http://www.universalcoinbuyers.com. Visit his websites for tips on how to sell your coin collection
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