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    My First Buffalo!

    Went to an 1890's park for about an hour this morning and found this nickel... I'm sure there is silver there... I can't wait
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    Re: My First Buffalo!

    very nice find and congrats on your first,wtg.
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    Re: My First Buffalo!

    Your first Buff and it has a date on it? You lucky dog!
    I didn't get one with a date till my 3rd or 4th one crying01 lol
    Shes a nice one! thumbsup01
    Congrats!!
    Now get back out there and get that silver thats waitin' for ya! thumbsup01
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    Re: My First Buffalo!

    Congrats on a mighty fine looking buffalo. Yep, you can bet there is silver there somewhere. Will be waiting with great anticapation for your shiny finds.
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    Re: My First Buffalo!

    Oh yeah, silver is waiting for you. Nice dated buffalo, congrats
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    Congrats on your first Buffalo Nickel! That is a nice looking example! I love finding buffalo nickels!

    Good job, I hope you find a lot more there!
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    Re: My First Buffalo!

    Congratulations on finding a first. Great looking Buffalo, especially when the date stands out so clearly. May you find many more firsts. They sure do warm the cockles of the heart. Happy hunting
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    THAT'S a NICE Buffalo! Congrats!
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    Thank you all for the great comments... makes me want to get out there even more! Almost enough to brave the rainy weather... almost rofl

    It is supposed to turn cold by the weekend here but as long as it is dry I will still be going after that first silver
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    Re: My First Buffalo!

    That is a beautiful buff with a strong date!! Definitely keep hitting that spot, I'm sure you will find more goodies!
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    Nice lookin' Buff, that's a great one for your first!
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    Beautiful Buffalo. I think it's still moving. . Still looking for my first.
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