Coin Rings & Other Things

A project in Bakersfield, CA by John H McFarland III
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I take mere coins and transform them into handcrafted works of art.
Backers: 227
Average Pledge Per Backer: $57

Funded: $12,907 of $500
Dates: Feb 8th -> Mar 10th (30 days)
Project By: John H McFarland III
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Latest News

Man where has the time gone??

March 8th - via: kickstarter.com
I can't believe it's 49 hrs away from being a full 30 days. It only seems like a couple of weeks have passed. My experiences with this project have been so AWESOME. I've met people from all over the world. I've shared life experiences back and forth,... (Read More)

4 days remain!

March 4th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm sorry I missed posting my last update, life threw a few good friends of ours a couple curve balls and I was very busy trying to help them and their families sort through a mess.  With this update I wanted to touch base on delivery times as a lot... (Read More)

For those backers who have pledged for multiple rewards and international backers.

February 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey guys/gals,  I'd like to start by thanking everyone for making this project a success.  Many of the backers from my previous project will attest to the fact that I like a well managed project. I like to stay ahead of things to avoid setbacks... (Read More)

Gaining everyday

February 24th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

I hope everyones weekend is going well.

February 21st - via: kickstarter.com
I figured I'd throw out another update and take this opportunity to thank everyone again for backing my project.  I was able to post a photo of the cufflinks on the main page. The sun isn't shining much today so getting a good photo in natural... (Read More)

Another Stretch reward added for those wanting something for 1975 in Silver

February 18th - via: kickstarter.com
I've added a new reward! A 1975, 5 Deutsche Mark Europäisches Denkmalschutzjahr. It has very busy details with a hint of elegance. The smoothed outer rim reads "ZUKUNFT FÜR UNSERE VERGANGENHEIT" which means "Future for our past'. Shown in a size 10... (Read More)

I just wanted to offer some more information regarding State and Washington quarters

February 16th - via: kickstarter.com
I've gotten quite a few messages asking for specific dates on state quarters. I wish I could say yes to everyone but I am limited to the years they were minted. Starting in 1999 and for 10 years after, 5 states a year were minted. Here is a link that... (Read More)

I added a wedding/his and her set of rings as a stretch reward

February 14th - via: kickstarter.com
In 1899, following the Spanish-American war, the Philippine Islands were acquired by the United States in a peace treaty with Spain as partial settlement of hostilities. With the institution of a civil administration in 1901, one of the first tasks... (Read More)

A couple more stretch rewards added

February 10th - via: kickstarter.com
 I always try to get people to tell me what the reason is behind their choice when they choose a coin for me to ring. This helps get my creative mojo going and I think about the story I am told while I create their ring. I believe I create my best... (Read More)

Thank you for backing my project!

February 9th - via: kickstarter.com
It looks like my project is off to a great start! Thank you all that have chosen to back me. Since we have already met my project funding goal I have added a few stretch rewards in hopes of taking it a bit further. These all can be made in sizes... (Read More)

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