+The Toogood Family Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 I have asked for some help from people in this part of the forum about coins. I have never made one before and can see it being a long and possibly costly process (depending on who's story of their coin a listen too!) Any how I have created an image of a possible coin and would like more feedback. I have posted originally here in coin area and seem to be getting quite a bit of US interest, but would really like some UK thoughts. The coin is really to recognise the work done by Volunteer Search Dogs where ever they may live and work. I'm not sure that I can mention the UK bodies as I don't want to get into the promoting a charity thing - but if you go through my profile and follow the obvious lnks you will find many of the organisations that I am talking about. If you like it, what size would you like it to be? how much would be reasonable to charge for it? anything else that you would like changing? Thanks for your help (cross posted with permission from the moderators - thank you) Quote Link to comment
Lactodorum Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 (cross posted with permission from the moderators - thank you) Yup! Quote Link to comment
+*mouse* Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 I really like the coin - but like some of the others have mentioned it would be nice to use the image you have as your avatar. I don't think that would be advertising as such because it is also your caching team name. Good luck with it and I look forward to seeing the real thing soon! Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted March 14, 2007 Author Share Posted March 14, 2007 I have just posted an image of the updated design following peoples comments. Please have another look. Thanks Quote Link to comment
+Dorsetgal & GeoDog Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 I put my reply in the coin forum, but I think normal size would be good. Photo coins look great, I have a few, but not nearly enough I recently got a set of Pepper Memorial Coins, and even though I am more of a dog lover, I think they look fantastic. You asked about pricing. I know that coins are much cheaper across the pond than they are here, and some of our American cousins frown at cost, but I personally, would not object to paying about a pound per coin (over and above production and postage) towards the SAR charity. I wouldn't worry about the charity aspect of your coin making giving offence or whatever, the charity coin idea has been done several times before and nobody has objected. Just be very clear to people where the money is going and why. Quote Link to comment
+macroderma Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 (edited) Looks great Nice design, I prefer normal size Will it have its own icon (makes it even more desirable IMHO)? That its for charity is a the icing on the cake I would certainly buy a couple (I usually buy in twos, and release one) Edit [twice!] finger trouble! Edited March 14, 2007 by macroderma Quote Link to comment
+CrazyDruid + Redhead Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 I love the coin Normal size for me 2 I would buy 2 ) Quote Link to comment
+FollowMeChaps Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 I'm not a geocoin collector, it's never really floated my boat although I know many cachers get a buzz from it. That said I'd happily buy one of these to support the berkshire sar dogs. Go for it! I'd vote for full size but whatever...... FMC Quote Link to comment
+Mr'D Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 I'd have a couple too! Jon Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted April 6, 2007 Author Share Posted April 6, 2007 Nearly going into production now! (hopefully if I do another it will be a little simpler next time!) More details here Quote Link to comment
+Dorsetgal & GeoDog Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 Where do we order please? Quote Link to comment
+The Klever Boys Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 Nearly going into production now! (hopefully if I do another it will be a little simpler next time!) More details here I'll certainly be in for some of these for the collection. Prepare yourself for some comments about the price from our friends across the water though! Russ Quote Link to comment
+Jimblonduk Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 We'll definately have two, too Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted April 6, 2007 Author Share Posted April 6, 2007 Where do we order please? There will be a web page for ordering shortly Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted April 6, 2007 Author Share Posted April 6, 2007 Nearly going into production now! (hopefully if I do another it will be a little simpler next time!) More details here I'll certainly be in for some of these for the collection. Prepare yourself for some comments about the price from our friends across the water though! Russ It seems to be the going price in the UK - and to be honest if none of them get bought by 'them across the pond' I don't really mind! Although I would like to sell em Quote Link to comment
+Captain Gore-tex Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 Put me down for 2, no P&P, Ill collect them from your old man! Quote Link to comment
+Laughalot Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 I would like to reserve 5 please. One each for the Pumpkin Kidz and one for myself. Thanks Laughalot Quote Link to comment
+Globetrotter.uk Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 I would love to order some, please can you reserve me 2 Quote Link to comment
+The Mighty Shark Posted April 6, 2007 Share Posted April 6, 2007 Can you put me down for one please Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted April 7, 2007 Author Share Posted April 7, 2007 You can now pre order here http://www.k9-sar.com/shop/geocoin.html Quote Link to comment
+Al & Tracy Smith Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 You can now pre order here http://www.k9-sar.com/shop/geocoin.html Web site worked a treat - geocoin order made, nice one. Quote Link to comment
+FollowMeChaps Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 Mine's ordered. I now await my first Geocoin! FMC Quote Link to comment
+Dorsetgal & GeoDog Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 Mine are ordered too, tho I noticed that the available counter hasn't reduced yet! Quote Link to comment
+Laughalot Posted April 7, 2007 Share Posted April 7, 2007 Excellent news - I have ordered mine and the site worked perfectly - thanks. Looking forward to receiving the coins when they are ready and giving the Pumpkin Kidz one each too. Cheers Laughalot Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted April 7, 2007 Author Share Posted April 7, 2007 Mine are ordered too, tho I noticed that the available counter hasn't reduced yet! Thanks for your order Whilst my web design skills are not too bad, I was unable to link the paypal system with the counter so I have to do it manually. I will have a look when I get after my shift finishes at 02.00 and update the counter! Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted May 13, 2007 Author Share Posted May 13, 2007 Berkshire SAR Dogs Geocoin Update I have received a photo of how the coins will look and will be receiving shortly the first coins for me to approve!! You can view these photos by going to http://www.k9-sar.com/shop/geocoin.html 195 left to buy, so please pass the word around. I will keep you all updated as we go! Thanks Daryl Toogood Chairman Berkshire Search & Rescue Dogs www.k9-sar.com Quote Link to comment
+Maple Leaf Posted May 27, 2007 Share Posted May 27, 2007 We saw the dogs in action at the Burrington Coombe Event in Feb - you all do a grand job. Ordered just placed on your website for a coin. Maple Leaf & Paradiddle Quote Link to comment
+NickandAliandEliza Posted May 27, 2007 Share Posted May 27, 2007 Order placed....... Keep up the excellent work. Quote Link to comment
+Maple Leaf Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 We saw the dogs in action at the Burrington Coombe Event in Feb - you all do a grand job. Ordered just placed on your website for a coin. Maple Leaf & Paradiddle Just wondering when these are going to be ready? - coz not heard anything. Quote Link to comment
+FollowMeChaps Posted July 21, 2007 Share Posted July 21, 2007 Just wondering when these are going to be ready? - coz not heard anything. Ditto Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted July 22, 2007 Author Share Posted July 22, 2007 Just wondering when these are going to be ready? - coz not heard anything. Ditto Sorry forgot to post on here. I have sent out an email to everybody today Hopefully there will be a delivery date to me available soon 177 Left!!! Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted July 23, 2007 Author Share Posted July 23, 2007 The date given to me from the mint for completion of the coin is August 2nd Quote Link to comment
+Maple Leaf Posted July 23, 2007 Share Posted July 23, 2007 Snip.... I have sent out an email to everybody today I haven't received an email ......but there again, can't remember what info I gave you (or indeed if I gave a postal address ....but assume I must have) Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted July 24, 2007 Author Share Posted July 24, 2007 Snip.... I have sent out an email to everybody today I haven't received an email ......but there again, can't remember what info I gave you (or indeed if I gave a postal address ....but assume I must have) Private message sent to you via GC.com Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted July 24, 2007 Author Share Posted July 24, 2007 Snip.... I have sent out an email to everybody today I haven't received an email ......but there again, can't remember what info I gave you (or indeed if I gave a postal address ....but assume I must have) Private message sent to you via GC.com I have checked the database against the paypal account and everybody has been emailed - are you sure that you have purchased a coin using paypal? or are still using the same email address as your paypal account? Quote Link to comment
+Maple Leaf Posted July 26, 2007 Share Posted July 26, 2007 Snip.... I have sent out an email to everybody today I haven't received an email ......but there again, can't remember what info I gave you (or indeed if I gave a postal address ....but assume I must have) Private message sent to you via GC.com I have checked the database against the paypal account and everybody has been emailed - are you sure that you have purchased a coin using paypal? or are still using the same email address as your paypal account? Thanks for email - I have replied. Also, received the original email (it is Paradiddle's email that is linked to paypal) Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted August 2, 2007 Author Share Posted August 2, 2007 I have recieved an email update today about the coins; We are sorry that due to complex producers, the shipment will be postponed to August 07. We are sorry for any inconveniences has caused by us. Quote Link to comment
+JackieC Posted August 2, 2007 Share Posted August 2, 2007 Berkshire SAR Dogs Geocoin Update I have received a photo of how the coins will look and will be receiving shortly the first coins for me to approve!! You can view these photos by going to http://www.k9-sar.com/shop/geocoin.html 195 left to buy, so please pass the word around. I will keep you all updated as we go! Thanks Daryl Toogood Chairman Berkshire Search & Rescue Dogs www.k9-sar.com Is it too late to order? The above link doesn't seem to work anymore. Quote Link to comment
+The Toogood Family Posted September 1, 2007 Author Share Posted September 1, 2007 The coins have arrived with me today! I will get them out to you this week!! Still some left just go to http://www.k9-sar.com/shop/geocoin.html Hopefully the American Pre-orders should now have received their coins! Quote Link to comment
+Dorsetgal & GeoDog Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 Great news Darryl, looking forward to receiving them in due course. Quote Link to comment
+FollowMeChaps Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Has anyone received theirs yet? I haven't Quote Link to comment
+Dorsetgal & GeoDog Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Nope, not yet. Really looking forward to receiving these beauties though and already have a trade lined up for one Quote Link to comment
+Dorsetgal & GeoDog Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Nope, not yet. Really looking forward to receiving these beauties though and already have a trade lined up for one Quote Link to comment
+RoswellJam Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 Nope, not yet. Really looking forward to receiving these beauties though and already have a trade lined up for one I've not received mine yet either. A status report would be greatly appreciated... Quote Link to comment
+MonkhouseFamily Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 Daryl Could you please post an update as where you are with the Geocoins? As you can see by previous posts no one has received their promised coins. Any news would be welcome. Monkhouse Snr Quote Link to comment
+macroderma Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 Ordered 2 - look great Have plans to release one Quote Link to comment
+roveron Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 I was going to order one, but now I'm nervous about doing that since a Sept 1 post said they were being sent out that week, and several have said recently there's no sign of them. Quote Link to comment
+roveron Posted October 3, 2007 Share Posted October 3, 2007 I was going to order one, but now I'm nervous about doing that since a Sept 1 post said they were being sent out that week, and several have said recently there's no sign of them. Anyone received their coins? Quote Link to comment
+Us 4 and Jess Posted October 4, 2007 Share Posted October 4, 2007 I know for a fact that Daryl's wife is due to have a baby this week, maybe that would explain the delay in replies. M Quote Link to comment
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