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Post by bturner on Aug 28, 2012 16:02:02 GMT -5
In the fantasy coin world, Greg was likely best known as the creator of most of the Shire Post Lord of the Rings, Hobbit and other coins issued my Tom Maringer. He did most of the Blue Waters Mint offerings before his untimely pasing last November 2011. Since Greg freehand designed dies for these coins, it was felt important to preserve his work for others to appreciate. Matthias Bruestle, residing in Germany, a talented die creator, artist and expert on ancient and early coins, created the design and hammer struck a Greg Franck-Weiby Memorial coin in pure silver. Dave Peters in Washington State donated the silver. The idea was to sell the few coins made to establish a fund to open a museum of sorts for Greg's work and the hand-etched die process. Dave was taught much by Greg and Matthias was a fan and shared insights with Greg. Blue Waters Mint received the mintage of 31 coins. About 12 to 15 remain. The price is $25 including postage with 100% of the price going to support the museum. Details at www.bluewatersmint.com
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