Hey there, fellow coin collectors! It’s your boy Stanley, and I’m back with another story from my time-traveling escapades. Today, I’m feeling a little ticked off. My boss’s been on my back lately, and I had a run-in with a rude lady this morning. But I don’t want to complain too much. Instead, let me tell you about my trip to Equatorial Guinea in 1972.
This was actually my second time traveling to Equatorial Guinea in the time machine. I’ve also visited neighboring Cameroon before, and I’ve sold some coins from Gabon on eBay. But let’s focus on Equatorial Guinea this time.
When I arrived, I found myself in a small village with dusty roads and rickety huts. It was a stark contrast to my hometown in Canada, but it had a certain charm. I wandered around for a bit. I saw some women carrying baskets on their heads, and a group of men playing a game with stones. There was no “marketplace” per se, but there were a few vendors selling goods out of their homes.
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To get some coins, I decided to do a little impromptu magic show. I pulled a few tricks out of my sleeve, and a small crowd gathered around. I don’t want to brag, but my sleight of hand is pretty impressive. One lady in particular was wowed and gave me a handful of coins as a reward. One of them was a Maja Desnuda coin – in great condition!
The lady who gave me the coins was friendly, and we chatted for a while. She told me about her family and the struggles they faced under colonial rule. I listened intently, grateful for the chance to connect with someone from a different time and place.
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Eventually, I had to head back to the present day. I decided to auction most of them off on eBay, making sure to include detailed descriptions of their history and significance. I also gave a few of them to a friend who collects coins.
The eBay listings weren’t anything fancy, but I was ecstatic when one of the coins sold for $123. It might not sound like much, but to a coin collector like me, it was a huge win.
Overall, my trip to Equatorial Guinea was a unique experience. It gave me a chance to connect with a different culture and add some rare coins to my collection. If you ever get the chance to get some coins from Equatorial Guinea, I definitely recommend ’em!
