Happy Birthday Silver Stackers

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  1. goldpelican

    goldpelican Administrator Staff Member

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    It was around about this time at night exactly three years ago that I was putting the finishing touches on the first iteration of this website (probably around the same time that I was being yelled at to turn the computer off and come to bed) - it's been a pretty long journey since then, and I'd like to thank everyone who has been part of the voyage of the good ship SS as the forum is on the eve of entering it's fourth year in operation (excepting those who have been made to walk the plank along the way, arrr!).

    Not one for making speeches that don't end in "any further bids? sold!" so with no further ado, here's a quick concept drawing of what's coming out shortly to help celebrate this milestone, first thousand ounces are on order, bugger the cost:

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    Yes, it does look something like a George V penny :) Proper artwork for dies is being prepped at the moment, and most importantly, it's being struck in Australia at a private facility as their first commercial production run of 1oz bullion rounds. Nothing further to say on the matter beyond that :p

    The design of the reverse is being kept under wraps for now, but I'm pretty keen on the design concept that will be revealed, and it's an idea that I'm hoping catches on with the stacker community.

    Unfortunately they don't stack unless you stick them in a tube, but this is just a first release.

    Timings are a bit hazy at the moment, but silver has been delivered to the supplier for fabrication, so it's happening!

    Back to my quiet beer in the corner.
     
  2. Len82

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    buzz :)

    And Congrats!
     
  3. Maggie

    Maggie New Member Silver Stacker

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    Happy Birthday and thank you GP for our wonderful hub, where we can all share being a part of your success.

    Regards Maggie
     
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    Silver Soul Well-Known Member Silver Stacker

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    Enjoying every minute......Well done Ben
     
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    Clawhammer Well-Known Member Silver Stacker

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    Well done GP... a well earned beer!
     
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    errol43 New Member Silver Stacker

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    On behlaf of de Good cru of de ship SS//Happy birrtday ye old barney billed pelican with dem scally feet ..

    Have to be a fish on de reverse side. :)

    3years old tonight. May there be many more .

    Hip Hip Hooray!

    Regards AK ER 43
     
  7. finicky

    finicky Well-Known Member Silver Stacker

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    Hope you've locked in a silver price.
    Great effort, creating this forum.
     
  8. Jislizard

    Jislizard Well-Known Member Silver Stacker

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    buzz, buzz, buzz...

    Glad to hear it is being made in Australia, from Australian silver I take it!

    Please also put me down for the High Relief, gilded and all the coloured versions and chuck in a few of the privies as well.

    And Happy birthday as well of course!
     
  9. BlackSheep

    BlackSheep Well-Known Member Silver Stacker

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    Happy Birthday Silverstackers, and thank you GP :)
     
  10. boston

    boston Well-Known Member Silver Stacker

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    Congratulations GP - job well done!
     
  11. SilverSurfer77

    SilverSurfer77 Well-Known Member Silver Stacker

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    I hope there is a Gold Pelican privy :)

    Congrats GP you should be proud of the fruits of your labor, we have a great community here and I hope it all continues, even after silver goes to da moon ;)
     
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    hem9 Active Member Silver Stacker

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    congrats GP
     
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    ironwood Active Member Silver Stacker

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    :D Congratulations on the anniversary! Can't wait to see the finished product. This is the first forum I've ever joined and plan on sticking around. It's become a big part of my life. I'll be sending in my ounce soon to officially become a stacker and help cover the cost. Thanks again.

    BUZZ! :cool:
     
  14. Lunarowl

    Lunarowl Active Member Silver Stacker

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    Congrats boss! I believe this gathering will get bigger and better year by year! :)
    And oh yeah buzz!
     
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    Good on you for your achievements and congratulations, You ought to be proud ! ;)
     
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    revlisify Member Silver Stacker

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    Congratulations to GP and the SS team.

    Buzz of course.
     
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    Congratulations on your amazing accomplishment!

    And definitely buzz!
     
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    Lunardragon Well-Known Member Silver Stacker

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    Happy Bday SS and Congratz, GP.
    Proud to be a member here :)

    And of course, a buzz as well :p
     
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    Happy Birthday SS
    Onto Bigger and Better!!

    :)
     
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    congrats!!!
     

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