hotshot Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 (edited) So, I've been putting off cutting silver for a long time. Really scared of messing up something expensive. I've had several folks ask me to make something from their silver keepsake coins (and let me tell you, that is never going to happen). But, as I've gone a while without trashing a coin, I started warming up to the idea. I bought a 1 oz and .5 oz silver round, but then I had to think of something worthy to cut.. . . fast foward . . . My son has just finished the Crucible at Paris Island (Sunday morning to be specific). So he now carries the title of Marine. My wife,as you can image is brimming with pride and we leave tomorrow morning to go to the graduation and pick him up to bring him home for a short leave.While she was browsing Marine pictures/symbols, we ran across the Eagle/Globe Heart combination. This seemed like a great theme, and since we had an occasion to celebrate, I set out to make the pattern and try silver for the first time.I started with the smallest coin (In case I messed it up). Silver is super smooth, and is softer than what I've been cutting. It was really enjoyable. There was one thing that was very remarkable about silver, superglue binds to it super tight. First time in a long time I didn't have any pattern lift at all, and I didn't have to cut anything blind, thank God. On that size coin, I had to really be careful because the easier the cut, the easier it is to slip and cut something unintended.The 1 oz is considerably thicker than the first coin (maybe 1/8"), and though it cut smooth, there was a lot more metal to get through, so it was slow but smooth sailing. This size cut slower than the Eisenhowers, but still wasn't too bad.I think one coin will go to my wife, and the other to my son's future wife. Since I have to live with my wife, she will get her choice.Notice the little heart. I strategically placed the entry hole (at the top in the crevice) such that I could save the heart. I wish I would have thought to do that with the first coin. I'm still trying to figure out if I should hang the little heart from the larger piece, or perhaps do something else.I thought I would post two images, one at actual size, then the other blown up so you can see the imprint on the coins. I like that the little heart has the "lips" showing.If you getting tired of these coins, I can promise no more coins for at least a week :-) Edited October 18, 2016 by hotshot Be_O_Be, Debi Shipman, lawson56 and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockytime Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 These will have sentimental value for a very long time. Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kywoodmaster Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 Never get tired of your work. Always amazed with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWSUDEKUM Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 Awesome work on those Randy. Thanks for sharing them with us. DW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky2 Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 Randy, I've never read one complaint about you posting your coins. Personally, I don't think there's anybody here that is that stupid, we all like to see what others cut. And seeing as how your work is so unique, I think we'd all like to see more of it. These coins have special meaning to them, and that makes them even more interesting. Congrats on your son getting through the coarse, and I don't for a minute imagine that his mother is the only one proud of his accomplishments. Thanks for the story behind these coins, it makes for an interesting posting. Len Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigD Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 Amazing detail. That's a real talent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 Randy your Son will be as Proud to wear this coin as your and your Wife are as Proud of him.Awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newfie Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 Great job Randy thanks for sharing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 Awesome work Randy !......Congrats to your family ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveww1 Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 excellent job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrampaJim Posted October 18, 2016 Report Share Posted October 18, 2016 Amazing work Randy. And congrats to your son. My Grandson will be going through the Crucible at Pendleton in the next two weeks, so I understand your pride. Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GPscroller Posted October 19, 2016 Report Share Posted October 19, 2016 Amazing work as usual! Keep them coming. Thanks for the pics and the story behind them. Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Monk Posted October 19, 2016 Report Share Posted October 19, 2016 Randy, Congrats to your son. I never get tired of seeing you work. It is beautiful. Are they as fragile as they look? dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotshot Posted October 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 19, 2016 Randy, Congrats to your son. I never get tired of seeing you work. It is beautiful. Are they as fragile as they look? dave. Not sure how solid they are. On the larger one i was careful to overcut at the connection points, meaning that there is more metal support on the back side of the coin. If they break off. I will just use the inner piece, and put the outside into the silver melt stack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted October 19, 2016 Report Share Posted October 19, 2016 (edited) Maybe it is time for you to get a small kiln and start casing your own blanks. This way an oops can be recycled. Not that you ever have any oopses! Those are really beautiful by the way. Edited October 19, 2016 by Rolf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ninuninu Posted October 19, 2016 Report Share Posted October 19, 2016 Beautiful work Randy, amazing as always. Congrats to your son. Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted October 19, 2016 Report Share Posted October 19, 2016 So, I've been putting off cutting silver for a long time. Really scared of messing up something expensive. I've had several folks ask me to make something from their silver keepsake coins (and let me tell you, that is never going to happen). But, as I've gone a while without trashing a coin, I started warming up to the idea. I bought a 1 oz and .5 oz silver round, but then I had to think of something worthy to cut. . . . fast foward . . . My son has just finished the Crucible at Paris Island (Sunday morning to be specific). So he now carries the title of Marine. My wife,as you can image is brimming with pride and we leave tomorrow morning to go to the graduation and pick him up to bring him home for a short leave. While she was browsing Marine pictures/symbols, we ran across the Eagle/Globe Heart combination. This seemed like a great theme, and since we had an occasion to celebrate, I set out to make the pattern and try silver for the first time. I started with the smallest coin (In case I messed it up). Silver is super smooth, and is softer than what I've been cutting. It was really enjoyable. There was one thing that was very remarkable about silver, superglue binds to it super tight. First time in a long time I didn't have any pattern lift at all, and I didn't have to cut anything blind, thank God. On that size coin, I had to really be careful because the easier the cut, the easier it is to slip and cut something unintended. The 1 oz is considerably thicker than the first coin (maybe 1/8"), and though it cut smooth, there was a lot more metal to get through, so it was slow but smooth sailing. This size cut slower than the Eisenhowers, but still wasn't too bad. I think one coin will go to my wife, and the other to my son's future wife. Since I have to live with my wife, she will get her choice. Notice the little heart. I strategically placed the entry hole (at the top in the crevice) such that I could save the heart. I wish I would have thought to do that with the first coin. I'm still trying to figure out if I should hang the little heart from the larger piece, or perhaps do something else. I thought I would post two images, one at actual size, then the other blown up so you can see the imprint on the coins. I like that the little heart has the "lips" showing. If you getting tired of these coins, I can promise no more coins for at least a week :-) What denomination are these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted October 19, 2016 Report Share Posted October 19, 2016 What denomination are these. My favorite are the liberty head dimes cut around the head Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeNukem Posted October 19, 2016 Report Share Posted October 19, 2016 Amazing all I can say. Jerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted October 21, 2016 Report Share Posted October 21, 2016 AMAZING. Marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted November 24, 2016 Report Share Posted November 24, 2016 Metal cutting blades break pretty easy.do you get good mileage from yours? .Not sure how solid they are. On the larger one i was careful to overcut at the connection points, meaning that there is more metal support on the back side of the coin.If they break off. I will just use the inner piece, and put the outside into the silver melt stack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotshot Posted November 24, 2016 Author Report Share Posted November 24, 2016 No, I break a ton, that is just part of the deal. ---------Randy amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted November 24, 2016 Report Share Posted November 24, 2016 Congratulations on your sons achievement Randy, you have every right to be proud! Those two coins will be cherished for a life time. Beautiful work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lonewolf Posted November 26, 2016 Report Share Posted November 26, 2016 These are great for keepsakes for whoever, excellent work. Semper Fi to your son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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