As the title implies the subject of eliminating the much beloved Lincoln Cent is the topic of this weeks blog. Before going any further, the intent is to discuss the matter with an open mind, keeping my own personal beliefs in check while at the same time unwilling to persuade others one way or another. In short, to open the long debated argument in a way which benefits the hobby and those who simply have a fascination with Old Abe. 

"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness."-   Thomas Jefferson, Declaration of Independence. This weeks blog examines just that as applied to coinage.     Enjoy!

As I set at my desk enjoying both Irish coffee and the view of a beautiful azure blue morning sky outside the window, I found myself pondering on this weeks blog topic. Following several minutes of looking at the new green buds, the purple plum trees and forsythia beyond I remembered that coin set I have tucked away not far from reach. Pulling the 1997 Botanical Gardens coin and currency set from the darkness of it's resting place within the cabinet I now have a topic for this weeks posting. I hope you will enjoy not only the subject but the day before you as well.