============================================== MPC Gram ============================================== Covering the entire World of Military Numismatics ---------------------------------------------- Series 003-Number 574, Monday, March 25, 2002 Schwan (and Boling) for MPC Talk in Tacoma Fred Schwan will be the featured speaker at the Tacoma Lakewood Coin Club meeting in Tacoma, Washington on April 2. Schwan who will be visiting Boling that week for research (and fun) will talk about new developments in MPC and the production/release of his new book The Comprehensive Catalog of Military Payment Certificates. The public is invited and Gramsters are encouraged to attend the meeting if at all possible. The meeting will begin at 7:15 at the normal meeting place (not available at Gram HQ at press time, it will be published later this week). Schwan (and Boling) will be available for book signings after the presentation and books will be available for sale at the event. May Leads Registrants for Fest IV! After missing MPC Fest II, Leo May, Paymaster, has not only reserved a spot at Fest IV, but also paid a year in advance! This took place at CPMX during a discussion about the Fest. Any Bonds Today?, by Beth Py-Lieberman Reviewed by Howard A. Daniel III The February 2002 issue of the Smithsonian magazine has an illustrated article about World War II War Bonds. The article is well written, but one of the best parts are the sources of the posters. Maybe they have some not illustrated that actually show some war bonds or they have the war bonds too. For those collectors of War Bonds, a visit to the Northwestern University Library, American Art Museum, National Museum of American History, and the Smithsonian's Government and Map Department might result in some worthwhile discoveries. I believe the Numismatic Department of the National Museum of American History, Bureau of Engraving and Printing, and the Treasury Department could also have some bonds. Good hunting. ============================================== Editorial ---------------------------------------------- There are still a few little bugs to fix in the new Gram mailing system, but overall it is working and a great improvement. To make things a little more complex, I have now installed a cable modem. In the final analysis it was easier than I expected. The hard part was the documentation, it was terrible. Installation required no new software despite the fact that two CDs of same were included in the package. The service is not as much faster as I expected. Nonetheless, it is much better than what I had. I think that it will have many additional advantages too. ============================================= Mail Call ---------------------------------------------- Dear Editor: Received the new MPC book. You folks did a great job. ED Dear Gram, I just purchased a $1,000 Konversionskasse bond issued July 1, 1936 (# 224 on page 485 of WW II Remembered) in EF condition on eBay. The bond came with three $15 coupons attached at the top. It looks like there were originally 16 coupons. The coupons all have different dates and the serial number (008971) on them matches the serial number on the bond. The paper has a watermark and the seal is embossed so I believe the bond is genuine. I won the auction at $25 and noticed the book lists its value at $400. Also, the book does not mention or show the coupons. The person who sold this to me is offering several more similar bonds on eBay and they seem to sell for about the same price. Is the bond really worth $400 and what is the story on the coupons - do they make it more valuable? Lou Padgug Dear Gram, Haven't received an MPCGram since 26 Feb. It did come to the correct email address (new) of cjcpi@comcast.net. Please advise. Thanks, Ray Czahor Dear Ray, Are you sure that you paid for your subscription? Seriously, we seem to be back n track now. I expect to post some of the back issues at papermoneyworld so that those of you who were cheated can catch up. We will also extend your subscription. Dear Editor Our new 2002 Israel/Palestine/Judaic Stock list will go in the mail tomorrow February 27th, two days earlier then planned. However it is already up on our web site. You can look at the HTML version, with images at http://www.rosenblumcoins.com/Israel/pg1.shtml. If you would rather view it in PDF format, without images, go to http://www.rosenblumcoins.com/pricelists.html for instructions. You then can go to http://www.qadas.com/SECURE/rosenblumcoins/secureform.html for our secure credit card order form. This is a stock list and replaces all previous lists. Most orders are shipped out within 24 to 48 hours of receipt. However we are a two person office and when we are both away orders will be shipped upon receipt. In that regard, please note that we will be closed from March 6th through March 11th. However you can still order by phone and email. Please note that all email orders are confirmed by a return email. Best Regards, Bill Rosenblum Dear Gram, Your MPC special events calendar does not have the dates for MPCFest IV. Joe Dear Joe, Thanks for the push. The dates have been included below. Remember, you are to be the guest of honor at Fest IV. Editor ============================================== Departments ------------------------------------------------- Calendar of events for Gramsters maintained by Howard Daniel, Nancy and John Wilson and Gram staff, last updated September 7, 2001 show reports are requested on all events. Even if it was not a great show, there must be something to report. What and whom did you see? Market activity? Share your observations and thoughts with Gramsters everywhere. ---------------------------------------------------- Special "MPC" events June 29 to July 5 W.W.II numismatics seminar at ANA Summer Seminar, July 2002 Session I (June 29 through July 5, 2002) Session II (Sunday, July 7 through Thursday, July 11, 2002) general events will return 2003 CPMX 9 Feb 20-23, MPC Fest IV 28 Feb - 2 Mar, Port Clinton, OH (Fest Registrants: Leo May$$, Tom Warburton, Guido Crapanzano, Harold Kroll, Larry Smulczenski, Kevin Maloy, Doug Bell, Marcus Turner, Phil Goldstein, Jack Lippincot, Nick Shrier, David Seelye, Joe Boling, Fred Schwan, running total 15) 2004 CPMX 10, Feb 26-29, MPC Fest V 5-7 March, Port Clinton, OH 2005 CPMX 11, 24-27 Feb, MPC Fest VI, 4-6 March, Port Clinton, OH --------------------------------------------------- Donations are now being accepted for scholarships to the 2002 "Military Money" course at the 2002 ANA Summer Seminar. Inquiries and donations should be sent to maturner@indy.rr.com or Military Numismatists c/o Marcus Turner 8103 East US Highway 36 Suite 163 Avon, IN 46123 Donors to 2002 Scholarship Fund Steve Feller Harold Kroll R. A. Medina Guido Crapanzano David Seelye Leo May Warner Talso Marv Mericle Mark Watson Gail Baker Joel Shafer Ed Hoffman Howard A. Daniel, III Keith and Sue Bauman Mr. 691 Ort Cowles Neil Shafer Bill Yanchick John & Nancy Wilson Dave Amey Tim Kyzivat ==================================================== Hot Contact List Below is the BNR Press Hot Contact List. This list serves several functions. Obviously it is an outreach by the dealers listed for your business. Most of them buy and sell MPC. Others organize shows or publish periodicals. They have supported the new Comprehensive Catalog of Military Payment Certificates with their advertising. They deserve your support and patronage. Secondly, this is a draft from the book that participating dealers should check for correctness. Finally, dealers who are not on it and want to can still get their ads in if they act promptly. Respond to this email or call (419) 732-6683. We are sorry if the format is a little messed up here in the Gram, we are not sure of how to fix it! Hot Contact List Dealers and resources for collectors Name/phone/fax/email Allens (614) 882-3937 (614) 882-0662 info@allens.com American Coins & Collectibles (800) 865-3562 American Numismatic Association (800) 367-9723 ana@money.org Bob Baker (713) 864-3122 Ken Barr (408) 272-3247 ken@kenbarr.com Fred Bart (810) 979-3400 Dick Balbaton (508) 699-2266 (508) 643-1154 RJBalbaton@AOL.com Keith and Suzanne Bauman (248) 262-1514 tnaksbauman@earthlink.net Joe Bissell (602) 440-0442 (602) 494-9103 BNR Press (419) 732-6683 (419) 732-6683 fredschwan@yahoo.com Remy Bourne (800) 789-7070 (763) 789-4747 Ed Carne (614) 882-3937 (614) 882-0662 info@allens.com Champion Stamp (212) 489-8130 (212) 581-8130 Cookie Jar Collectibles (301) 604-9225 cjcpi@comcast.net Guido Crapanzano [39] 2-8056228 [39] 2-4459856 Currency Dealer Newsletter (310) 515-7369 David F. Cieniewicz (205) 852-7015 CGC (602) 493-4758 (602) 494-9103 sales@gradedcurrency.com Cygnet Charters (419) 734-2422 Ray Czahor (301) 604-9225 cjcpi@comcast.net Doric Coins & Currency (508) 699-2266 (508) 643-1154 FUN (407) 321-8747 Phil Goldstein (845) 254-MPC1 (6721)IWANTMYMPC@AOL.COM Great Lakes Bank Note Company (419) 732-6683 Mike Cummings (863) 603-9899 (863) 603-9880 mpccoin@hotmail.com Great Lakes Bank Note Co (419) 732-6683 IBNS joeboling@aol.com Essie kashani (909) 627-3996 (909) 627-2776 kashani10@aol.com Lowel Horwdel (765) 583-2748 765 583-4584 horwdel@inshightbb.com Lyn Knight (800) 243-5211 Krause Publications (715) 445-2214 (715) 445-4087 bnr@krause.com Harold Kroll (251) 649-5134 HARBONS@AOL.com Leo May (305) 271-8391 LeoMayent@aol.com Ian Marshall (416) 445-0286 (416) 445-0286 iam@total.net Memphis Coin Club (901) 757-2515 MPCGram (419) 732-6683 MPCGram@Yahoo.com Bob Reed (504) 361-5684 bobreed@rrcoins.net Fred Schwan (419) 732-6683 David Seelye (585) 594-1987 (585) 594-2311 R. M. Smythe (800) 622-1880 (212) 908-4047 Military Trader (800) 334-7165 Fred Schwan (419) 732-6683 (419) 732-6683 FredSchwan@Yahoo.com Richie Self (318) 868-9077 Mel Steinberg & Son (415) 453-9750 (415) 457-4432 melsteinberg@mindspring.com Scott Winslow Associates (603) 472-7040 (603) 472-8773 scott@scottwinslow.com George Warner (307) 672-3700 Pam West [44] 0208 641 3224 [44] 0208 641 3224 pamwestbritnotes@compuserve.com Post/Base Exchange (PX/BX/NEX) Dump your dupes! Your classified advertisement for items for sale will be run here for free. Send your ads to the gram. This service is for everyone, most humble dealer or most advanced collector. The point is to make the gram more interesting. Send in a list of items for sale and we will list them here in the gram. In all cases confirm your order via email first. FOR SALE Your advertisement of material for sale (related to military money collecting) will be accepted for this section at no charge as a public service. FOR SALE: ALLIED MILITARY CURRENCY OF ITALY, Series 1943 M10a Forbes 1 Lira F $1 VF $3 XF $6 AU $9 M10b BEP 1 Lira VF $3 XF $6 AU $9 CU $15 M11a Forbes 2 Lire VF $2 XF $4 AU $6 CU $10 M11b BEP 2 Lire VF $2 AU $6 CU $10 M12a Forbes 5 Lire VF $2 XF $4 AU $6 M12b BEP 5 Lire AU $8 M13a Forbes 10 Lire F $10 VF $25 XF $50 AU $75 M13b BEP 10 Lire F $10 VF $15 M14a Forbes 50 Lire G $3 VG $6 F $10 M14b BEP 50 Lire VG $6 F $9 VF $12 M15a Forbes 100 Lire VG+ $75 M15b BEP 100 Lire VG+ $75 F $100 (Short Snorter) Please confirm at hoffman@rabbitbrush.com Fourth edition Comprehensive Catalog of Military Payment Certificates by Fred Schwan shipping about March 5. Order yours now. Standard edition (400 pages!) $50 Collectors’s Edition (432 pages!) $95 Researchers’ Edition (432 page, 46 produced, limited to availability) $125 All orders plus $4 shipping per order (NOT per book). Send snail mail payment to BNR Press, 132 E. Second St., Port Clinton, OH 43452 or PayPay using email fredschwan@yahoo.com. MPC for sale: Series 481 1 Dollar 3rd printing VF 55.00 Series 481 1 Dollar 3rd printing VF-EF 80.00 Series 481 1 Dollar 3rd printing EF 90.00 Series 481 1 Dollar 3rd printing EF-A.UNC 135.00 Series 481 1 Dollar 3rd printing A.UNC 175.00 Series 481 1 Dollar 3rd printing CH. UNC 300.00 Series 481 5 Dollars 1st Pinting VF 155.00 Series 481 10 Dollars 1st printing VF 80.00 Series 481 10 Dollars 1st printing EF 300.00 Series 481 10 Dollars 2nd printing VG-F 30.00 Series 481 10 Dollars 2nd print F tape residue 30.00 Series 481 10 Dollars 2nd printing F-VF 55.00 Series 481 10 Dollars 2nd printing VF 80.00 Series 481 10 Dollars 2nd printing EF 300.00 Series 481 10 Dollars 3rd Printing F-VF 65.00 Series 481 10 Dollars 3rd printing VF 75.00 Please confirm at coinman@rochester.rr.com Very interesting replacement. Series 692 $10 (!!), serial number E00032007 pos 5. This SN demonstrates the system very well. Four positions completed = 32,000 notes. This then is from sheet number 7. Note is overall very fine, but looks extremely fine from the face. The centerfold that is strong on the back is not even noticable on the face. Two staple holes that saved the note from destruction 30 years ago at left. Yours for $3300, terms possible. Confirm at fred@papermoneyworld.net. WANTED Collectors may submit lists of items wanted for their collections for listing here. Dealers and collectors who have these items are then encouraged to list them or sale in the above section. This is a trial, if you like it, send your list. Collector wants All USAFFE and AUSA Free Samar notes All 125th Infantry Regiment and Markings Guerrilla notes. I am also interested in any and all Guerilla Municipal issues. if you have any of this material for sale, advertise it in the Gram =================================================== Staff: publisher and editor: Fred Schwan - MPCGram@Yahoo.com assistant editor - Phil Goldstein IWANTMYMPC@aol.com distribution manager - Brad Peacock bp22@swbell.net Tuesday columnist Joe Boling – JoeBoling@aol.com Thurski columnist Larry "Ski" Smulczenski – ski@prodigy.net critic: Harold Kroll – HARBONS@aol.com scholarship coordinator – Marcus Turner maturner@indy.rr.com fact checker: Warner Talso index manager: Ed Beaman webmaster & technical advisor -- Doug Bell - (Wiz): doug@papermoneyworld.net The Boss: Judy Schwan ===== MPC Gram is published by BNR Press and papermoneyworld.com as a free service to the community of military money collectors. Your suggestions, criticisms, complaints, editorial contributions, letters, and even praise are very welcome. 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