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slickeast
1000+ Penny Miser Member
USA
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 Posted - 01/23/2010 : 20:18:13
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These are not new like the title says.
Check out #7
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1. Curtain Straightener
Make an opening in the bottom hem, slide in a penny or two, and sew the hem back up to keep curtains hanging level and stick-straight.
2. Tread Checker
Insert a penny into a groove of a tire with Lincoln’s head pointing into the tire. If the groove covers part of his head, you’re safe to drive; if the head is in full view, it’s time for new wheels. (The distance between the rim of a penny and Lincoln’s head is 1/16 of an inch#8213;the minimum suggested tread depth.)
3. Table Anchor
If you dine out and the table is unsteady, put a coin under the leg to restore balance.
4. Game Token
Misplaced the thimble? No problem. Sub in a cent.
5. Reader Tip: Makeshift Screwdriver
Use a penny to screw open a toy’s battery pack.
Caroline Brant, Collegeville, Pennsylvania
6. Reader Tip: Icebreaker
Hand out pennies at your next gathering and ask each guest to share a story that happened during the year his or her penny was minted. If the coin predates a friend, let the person improvise.
Rachel Harrison Massa, Stamford, Connecticut
7. Reader Tip: Birdbath Cleaner
To ward off algae, toss in a few pre-1982 coins; the high copper content retards growth.
Suzanne Wesley, Terre Haute, Indiana
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kirkland
New Member
USA
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Posted - 01/23/2010 : 20:20:08
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| This article was just posted earlier today. Look at the posts before this. |
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Shattered
Penny Hoarding Member
USA
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Posted - 01/23/2010 : 20:21:34
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quote:
Originally posted by slickeast
7. Reader Tip: Birdbath Cleaner
To ward off algae, toss in a few pre-1982 coins; the high copper content retards growth.
Suzanne Wesley, Terre Haute, Indiana
Maybe I should start wearing gloves when I sort pennies. |
"I need metal in my life, just like an eagle needs to fly."
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misteroman
Administrator
USA
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Posted - 01/23/2010 : 23:29:10
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| I might try the birdbath one. I have a small fountain out in front of the house so I'll try this in the spring |
Buying CU cents!!!! Paying 1.2 unlimited amounts wanted. Can pick up if near Ohio area. |
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