Comments for The Sterling Silver Coin Shop

Comment on Rate My Intro? (1-10)? by ?AnnA?

?AnnA? — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 08:15:24 +0000

Now that is a book beginning that is awesome. Give us more.

Comment on Rate My Intro? (1-10)? by silviateona

silviateona — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 08:10:33 +0000

A lot seems to happen in these first few paragraphs. You start by generally introducing a few characters and their world, then suddenly describe a specific scene in great detail. It is a bit disconcerting; for instance, I had to stop and make the connection that the bed where Vi Blue is found is in the whorehouse.

As for the writing style, a few touch-ups here and there could help, but it is already very well-written. For instance, the word “literally” is unnecessary and only deflates your word-play. Most readers will get it as they read it.

Also, you might want to loose some of the gore and gross factors; if your descriptions are too detailed, they kill suspense by telling readers that you value schlock. In which case, what great plot twists could there possibly lie ahead, except more schlock? I would have stopped reading at the eating my puke part, were it not that you write so well.

You certainly have the potential to become an enthralling writer, so keep working at it! If I had to rate your intro – and this is not a genre I am too familiar with – I’d give it a 9/10, with a suggestion: more focus, less gore.

Comment on Rate My Intro? (1-10)? by Twainy Bob

Twainy Bob — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 07:20:38 +0000

It seems some tines you over state things and it “cheapens” the read. For instance, “…tried to get an extra bang for his buck (literally)” ,get rid of literally and the same here with “was nice”, “…Dee Violet was nice”. I hate the word nice when used as a description it is lazy writing.
Also, it was confusing at times, “I don’t remember what happened to them, it wasn’t any of our business.” Are you talking about her children or her or the customers or the headboard?
You also need to flush out some detail at points. There are times when you jump to randomly from one thing to the next; it is ok if your character is like that but, you can’t write it like that, as it makes it too hard to read.

I think the Idea and the developing plot in the situation deserve an 8 for he execution it is more like a 4.

I don’t mean to seem harsh or discourage you it just seems that there is a lot of potential here and I would like to see you work it out fully.

Comment on Rate My Intro? (1-10)? by Ryan

Ryan — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 06:46:32 +0000

It’s a strong intro, very dark humor, which is my favorite kind. Also goo descriptions with nice detail. Whore houses aren’t exactly my cup o tea, but the humor kept me goin. Could you tell me what you think of mine?

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AtGYscg0Fk42QZKyKqvkY9KIxQt.;_ylv=3?qid=20090921112847AAursxg

Comment on Rate My Intro? (1-10)? by Alfred

Alfred — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 06:26:18 +0000

is very good, i can immediately see the genre of the story i give it 8/10

Comment on I Recently Received a Coin. It Is a ” 1967 Sterling Silver Proof of Harry Truman” Anyone Know What Its Worth? by curtisports2

curtisports2 — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 02:37:26 +0000

Unless you know exactly what you have, this can’t be answered. The proof medals (they are not coins) were issued in two sizes, 32mm and 39mm, and the edition sizes were small, 1,088 for the 32mm and 2,525 for the 39mm. If it’s in as-issued condition with no toning (discoloration) with mirrored fields and frosted devices, a collector might pay a significant premium over silver bullion value. It’s safe to say that some of these did not survive the big silver melts of the late ’70s and early ’80s, and of those that did, many show their age. A top-condition medal would be a rarity.

But it they are not the proof version but the proof-like version, there were over 20,000 produced in 32mm and over 60,000 in 39mm. Those much-larger numbers mean they’re probably bullion coins. If you had the complete set, there might be a premium over silver-only.

Comment on I Recently Received a Coin. It Is a ” 1967 Sterling Silver Proof of Harry Truman” Anyone Know What Its Worth? by Starr Wood

Starr Wood — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 02:36:52 +0000

Look in your local phone book for coin dealers. They are specialists in this area. Also a decent looking Pawn shop could tell you about what its worth and what they would pay you, which is about half of what its worth.

Comment on How Much Is a 5 Shilling Peice Worth? by Taiping

Taiping — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 07:25:21 +0000

I am trying to figure out what country your coin is from. It is not from Great Britain. They had shillings and florins and half crowns and crowns plus lower denominations, but no 5 shillings. Shillings were used and issued in 34 countries or British territories. It would take a real long time for me to look up all these countries even though I have the books to do so. Post a country and a date then I can answer your question.

Comment on How Much Is a 5 Shilling Peice Worth? by Man

Man — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 07:10:15 +0000

What year?

Comment on How Much Is a 5 Shilling Peice Worth? by dryheatdave

dryheatdave — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 06:23:12 +0000

An English 5 shilling piece is not actually legal tender in the UK since decimalisation – but equivilent to about 25p (16c). On ebay you might get a small about for it (maybe a buck or two). If it’s real silver – that might be worth something.

If it’s a rare collectable version, that might make it worth something more. Also, crowns were often minted to celebrate things like the Queens marriage etc. I have about 3 or 4 like that.