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« on: November 08, 2011, 01:34:46 pm »
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back to the orchards.   I re-checked a local orchard now that we have had some rains.. I shortened my steps and tried to cover every inch.  Only had time to check 3 rows of trees and the earth between them.. I was able to locate 4 coins, two were in such poor shape that I could not identify them with any accurancy. However, I was able to identify clearly a 10 centime french coin dated 1918 and a 12 denier, King Louis XVI that appears to be dated 1792 (these were minted until 1793 at which time Ole Louie was beheaded).  I am still looking for a camera that will be able to take close ups and I am looking for some tips for improved appearance ( the distinguishing characteristics don't show up on camera well). Coloma Gold

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« Reply #1 on: November 08, 2011, 08:05:44 pm »
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Hi Coloma!  Congratulations on more good finds.  Thanks for telling us your tale!

As for cameras, any digital that has a "macro" feature on it should get a good enough picture.  Photographing them from the side or 90 degrees to the light source can sometimes show details you might not otherwise see.  Good luck!   Detecting

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« Reply #2 on: November 08, 2011, 10:55:39 pm »
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Thanks ArfieBoy,

The only cameras that I find (new) are starting at about $200. I really don't want to spend that much for a limited purpose camera. I may wait a little until I feel that my universal travel camera (a small Sony) needs to be replaced. It is a 7.2 MP with 3x lens (no macro). I may just go ahead and replace it (even though it really serves me well) with a camera with more MP's and better zoom AND macro.  That way, I can justify the expense better. However, I still want to get one that is small and compact that fits into a shirt pocket. So, I guess I will need to start looking. As for the angle of shot, I have tried that but perhaps if I get a macro, the sharpness of the photo will take care of a lot of those problems. I was thinking that there may be something I can put on the coin (such as olive oil) that may bring out the features of the coin better? Coloma Gold

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« Reply #3 on: November 08, 2011, 11:35:39 pm »
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Olive oil might bring out some of the features with a thin light layer on the coin.   Try it and see!

I have two digital cameras.  One is a higher end digital SLR that has a lot of features.  The other is a digital Kodak pocket camera.  It cost about $185 several years ago.  It also has a lot of features on it including macro function and others.  It is very handy to put in a jeans or jacket pocket and take anywhere.  The other one isn't as large as a old analog SLR but it is too big to fit in a pocket.  I use both of them.  Sometimes a take both with me when I go out.  If I'm going very far from the vehicle I just put the little on in my pocket so I can take pictures in the field.  The other I just leave in the vehicle and can take pictures there when I get back to it.

A pocket digital with all the features on it should be a little cheaper than what I paid for it then.  Good luck with finding a good one!   Detecting

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« Reply #4 on: November 09, 2011, 12:25:24 am »
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 Idea  When I needed a camera, I went to my local Craiglist.  I found a Kodack 10mega pixel for 50.00. Still in the box and it also had a memory stick.  It will hold up to 1000 pictures on the stick and about 50 pictures with out the stick. Rider  It has served it's purpose and is a really good camera.  Good Luck.

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« Reply #5 on: November 09, 2011, 12:54:45 am »
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Thanks... I considered it but since I now live in France, the shipping may be more than the cost of the camera. I will check the craig's list in france.. Coloma Gold

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