+ECplus3 Posted March 8, 2008 Posted March 8, 2008 Hi everyone, I'm in the preliminary stages of getting my very first coin made. I decided against making a personal coin and opted to get one made to celebrate and support the soldiers of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan, with a focus on Canada's role. I talked with a number of companies and have decided to go with Landsharkz. I've handed over my rough artwork (I used Illustrator, but it certainly ain't professional!) and have corresponded with them quite a bit. I needed to find out what was possible and what wasn't, and they were very patient and very helpful. Apparently you just can't put 42 flags on a single coin! Go figure! As some of you may have read in another thread, I also had to drop the idea of including the official ISAF logo, as NATO is rather keen on protecting their copyrights. Anyway, I'm very excited by the whole process and can't wait to see the artwork created from my ideas, let alone the samples and the finished coins! I would very much like to have them in hand before the end of summer, as that is when my sister-in-law and her unit ships out for their third tour. Cheers! Chuck Quote
+seaeye Posted March 8, 2008 Posted March 8, 2008 It sounds like it's gonna be a nice one. I hope it all goes as planned Quote
+ECplus3 Posted March 8, 2008 Author Posted March 8, 2008 I would have posted my preliminary artwork, but I'm certain that the art produced by the folks at Landsharkz is going to be ten times better. I'll post that when it is available and just say 'yeah, mine looked like this too' Quote
+tom4props Posted March 9, 2008 Posted March 9, 2008 Sounds like you're putting a lot of sound thought and effort into this project. I'm looking forward to seeing the artwork and samples when you get your results back from Landsharkz. Quote
+ECplus3 Posted May 27, 2008 Author Posted May 27, 2008 I would just like to post an update on this project to let those who were interested know that it is not dead. It had been put on hold for awhile after the birth of our third child due to the resulting financial drain (eg diapers) and sleep deprivation. It is now back on track, but with a different vendor. Paula and Jim of Geocoin Design have been working very hard with me (putting up with me! ) to make this coin a reality. Now that the GW6 rush is over, I hope to see a final blue print very soon. If all goes as planned, I should have the coins in hand by Canada Day! Quote
+ECplus3 Posted July 22, 2008 Author Posted July 22, 2008 Finally! This coin has been a long time coming, but the final artwork has been completed and approved. The mint is working on the dies and samples should be shipped August 5th. Once I have the samples and can post pics, I will be setting up a reservation page for this coin. There will be three finishes: one RE (125 coins) which may be reminted if there is enough demand, one LE (125 coins) with no remint, and one XLE (50 coins) with no remint. Finishes and price are yet to be determined. I hope you like this coin! I'm still trying to come up with a name for it though. Some possibilities are: Support our Troops Help and Cooperation ISAF - Canadian Troops Quote
+Team TeeKay Posted July 22, 2008 Posted July 22, 2008 Chuck, I'll take three when you decide to sell or make them available. Love the coin and would love to add it to my collection and send one out into the wild on the westcoast!! TeeKay Quote
QuigleyJones Posted July 23, 2008 Posted July 23, 2008 If its not too late I'd suggest adding a clear coloured epoxy to cover the countries. Looking good. Quote
+ECplus3 Posted July 23, 2008 Author Posted July 23, 2008 If its not too late I'd suggest adding a clear coloured epoxy to cover the countries. Looking good. Why would you do that? Quote
+islander1988 Posted July 23, 2008 Posted July 23, 2008 I'd be interested in a set too. I like to get the local coins. Quote
+ECplus3 Posted August 13, 2008 Author Posted August 13, 2008 Samples should be in today. They were supposed to be delivered yesterday, but the UPS driver (or whatever local courier has their contract) decided to slack off and just posted a 'recipient not at home' note in the delivery log. We were most definitely home, and didn't even get a note on the door saying they had made the attempt. I think I got some driver somewhere in trouble when I phoned UPS to complain. Anyway! Coins should be delivered by 10:00 am today (although I won't see them until 5:00pm!) Then I get to pick which ones get the full treatment. I'm still planning on 300 total for this run, with 3 finishes. And for anyone in the Halifax area this weekend, I'll be bringing the samples to Geo¢a$h IV (GC1E488). Quote
+SYOTT Posted August 13, 2008 Posted August 13, 2008 And for anyone in the Halifax area this weekend, I'll be bringing the samples to Geo¢a$h IV (GC1E488). YAY!!! Quote
+ECplus3 Posted August 14, 2008 Author Posted August 14, 2008 Samples are in!!! And except for not sending one of the finishes I had asked for, everything looks great! Here's some pics of the Antique Gold: Quote
+ECplus3 Posted August 20, 2008 Author Posted August 20, 2008 Hey everyone. In preparation for my first coin, I've built myself a website to show them off. It's quite sparse at the moment, but as I get more time I plan to add more info. And if things work out well, I might be able to add more coins too! The link is: http://palehorse.serveftp.net At the moment, this is hosted on my home server so there is no 24/7 guarantee! If I lose power, the site goes down! If this becomes an issue (of if my service provider starts asking question about my bandwidth usage) I'll look into finding a better home for it. In the meantime, take a look and let me know what you think. Criticisms are just as welcome as praise! Cheers, Chuck (E&Cplus3) Quote
+Rockin Roddy Posted August 20, 2008 Posted August 20, 2008 Well done on the coin design, I like it a lot! Quote
+WRITE SHOP ROBERT Posted August 20, 2008 Posted August 20, 2008 Well done on the coin design, I like it a lot! I agree, it's a nice looking coin! Quote
+dragonflys Posted August 20, 2008 Posted August 20, 2008 Awesome coin Chuck. Let me know when you are selling. Quote
+ECplus3 Posted September 9, 2008 Author Posted September 9, 2008 (edited) Got word tonight that the coins will be shipped tomorrow. I should have them by the end of the week! The mint sent pics of the Antique Bronze XLE version and they look fantastic! Antique Gold regular edition - 125 minted, with possibility of a remint Antique Nickel limited edition - 125 minted, no remint Antique Bronze xtra limited edition - 50 minted ...and the icon: Edited September 9, 2008 by E&Cplus3 Quote
+CacheMiner72 Posted September 9, 2008 Posted September 9, 2008 Looks super nice. One comment though, the Antique Bronze one looks like it is screen printed on the flag side. I'm sure it's just the photo but I was just wondering if it is 3-D like the others or not? I'll be in for a set no matter what. Looking forward to the sales on these ones. Quote
+ECplus3 Posted September 9, 2008 Author Posted September 9, 2008 The RE and LE versions have soft enamel, giving it that 3d look. The XLE has hard enamel, so that side of the coin will be flush except for the recessed text around the edge. Quote
+007BigD Posted September 9, 2008 Posted September 9, 2008 Those turned out nice! I like the Bronze best. Can ya tell us what languages are on the back of the coin? It looks like English, French, German and is that other Afgan? Good Luck, I am sure they will do fine Quote
+ECplus3 Posted September 9, 2008 Author Posted September 9, 2008 Close! It's English, French (Canada's two official languages), Dutch (because the NATO-ISAF allied command HQ is in the Netherlands and there is a large Dutch contigent deployed with the Canadians), and Pashto (the official language of Afghanistan). Quote
+The Finding Irish 4 Posted September 9, 2008 Posted September 9, 2008 I agree Great Coin, When will these be available for SALE. Want to get all of us one. Quote
+ECplus3 Posted September 16, 2008 Author Posted September 16, 2008 The coins will go on sale on Wednesday, September 17th at noon AST. The website for sales is: http://palehorse.serveftp.net The website is set up to take reservations for the coins. I will send paypal invoices via email in the order in which I receive the reservations. Coins will be shipped as soon as I receive payment. If you have any questions, you can contact me at: palehorsedesign@gmail.com or through my personal account at: chuckt9881@gmail.com Thanks for your interest! Quote
+ECplus3 Posted September 17, 2008 Author Posted September 17, 2008 Coins go on sale in 15 minutes! Palehorse Design Quote
+kf4oox Posted September 17, 2008 Posted September 17, 2008 Can not get the web page to come up. Quote
+ECplus3 Posted September 17, 2008 Author Posted September 17, 2008 I know! I just have a small web server with limited connections. Its getting swamped. Just be patient and keep hitting the refresh button is all I can suggest. Sorry for the inconvenience! Chuck Quote
+dragonflys Posted September 18, 2008 Posted September 18, 2008 Got my coin last night, they are a nice looking coin. Forgot to ask where we activate them Quote
+yalehockeymom Posted September 18, 2008 Posted September 18, 2008 I know! I just have a small web server with limited connections. Its getting swamped. Just be patient and keep hitting the refresh button is all I can suggest. Sorry for the inconvenience! Chuck I received your e-mail about the problems and e-mail you back last night with all the info you needed. I see the order is still in the basket. Will I recieve a paypal invoice to pay for them? I really want to complete my order and get the coins! Quote
+yalehockeymom Posted September 18, 2008 Posted September 18, 2008 When will you be invoicing? O.k. I'm glad to see that I am not the only one having the same problem and or questions. Quote
+ECplus3 Posted September 18, 2008 Author Posted September 18, 2008 Invoices for all orders will be sent out tonight. It figures that the day my coins went on sale, I was sent on a 'teambuilding retreat' that has taken up a lot more time than I expected! The only exception on the invoices will be those that ordered the customized coins. Those obviously haven't been minted yet, and I will not be sending in an order until I have a reasonable number. You will be invoiced for the other coins, and they will be shipped upon receipt of payment. If nothing else, the experience of selling my first coin has really taught me a lot! Especially about how to build (or not build) a shopping cart! When I make my next coin (yeah, I'm thinking 'when' instead of 'if' now), I think I'll have the PAYPAL button right on the site. A big thanks to everyone who has already purchased a coin, and an even bigger thanks for your patience! Quote
+Sunrayers Posted September 19, 2008 Posted September 19, 2008 Invoice received and Paid! Thanks Quote
+brewmeister Posted September 19, 2008 Posted September 19, 2008 Just put in an order for three, I also e-mailed the owner of the site some comments on security. Thanks Quote
+ECplus3 Posted September 23, 2008 Author Posted September 23, 2008 All orders whose payment has cleared are in the mail. There is still one XLE left, and plenty of LE and RE coins! I have also sent one LE coin to each of the organizers of events in Afghanistan in the coming months. I just hope they make it there in time for their respective dates... the Kabul event in October might be a little tight! Quote
+ECplus3 Posted September 23, 2008 Author Posted September 23, 2008 Time for a cointest! My father was in the navy for 33 years before retiring in 1995. During that time he logged nearly a quarter million nautical miles at sea, serving on six different ships. I will be giving away six ISAF/CA geocoins -- one for each correct answer which will include the ship's name and hull number. There will be 2 RE, 2 LE, and 2 XLE coins awarded according to reverse chronological order (ie. if you guess the last ship, you get an RE. If you guess the first ship, you get an XLE) As a bonus, I am giving away a set of 3 coins to the first person to post the Corp #, Name, and Location of my father's sea cadet squadron. Rules: 1. One post per half hour 2. Just one guess per post 3. Don't edit a post! 4. Just one coin per winner (unless you win the set) Have fun with your research I'll look in from time to time to name winners and post hints if required. Quote
Flying Spaghetti Monster Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 Title updated for the OP. Quote
+GATOULIS Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 I have no idea but I will try for fun! 1) USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN69) I do not know where to find hull numbers of war ships! I think it is the CVN69, but I am not so sure!!! Quote
+GATOULIS Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 oups!!! I forgot!!! Thank you my friend for the cointest!!!! Quote
+silox Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 Are you sure the boat doesn't look like this? JK Here is my first guess HMCS Preserver (AOR 510) Quote
+SYOTT Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 I'll guess on your dads sea cadet corps: 024 MAGNIFICENT - Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Quote
+Red Otter Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 First, thanks for the cointest!! Your father's squadron: 004 WESTMOUNT - Sydney, Nova Scotia Ship: HMCS Ottawa (DDH-229) Quote
+yalehockeymom Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 I'll take a guess at it: HMCS Kootenay DDE 258 Quote
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