There is no fooling about this one folks. We have a very deserving member being honored this month. He provides a great help to the members with questions about artifacts from his area, and patiently helps them all. I have been impressed with his posts, and am glad he is here helping out. Please welcome Paul Frey, also known as PK Frey as our MOTM for April 2017. Thank you Paul for all your contributions.
" Hello All, To those I know, and to all I have spoken to in the forum, a huge Heart Felt Thank You for the MOTM privilege! I found my first point at the ripe old age of 13, in 1964. I'm one of categories of " Old Timers " in this hobby. I surface hunted every chance I got, and built an enormous collection of field found artifacts. And then. many moons later, the points were beginning to disappear with most of the fields also giving way to destruction of some sort. About the time the market really picked up, and I realized if I want to continue upgrading, I had to start buying. But I soon realized there were those out to deceive. So I spent a lot of money on fake points. But always remember, it's OK to make mistakes. It's those mistakes that teach us in the future. So I bought a microscope, and it didn't take long to learn what to look for. That really educated me, and I'm trying to pass on what I have learned to those who are just starting in this great hobby. I also realized that nothing lasts forever, so at one point in time, again, many moons ago, I left most of my field grade artifacts go, and started collecting for investment. I'm married with two daughters, and my wife actually loves the hobby also!! But at my age, I figure my collection will be an investment for my family when I'm gone. My best recent advise for those just starting, or for anyone, with ebay, flea markets, even the artifact shows, if your buying, buy from someone you know and trust, don't always buy the story, and if you have enough money to buy a super artifact, let that one artifact go, and buy a microscope. This hobby is a lifetime of learning, but that's what makes it fun. Don't ever become addicted to artifacts, just have a passion for them, and know what each artifact represents as a small piece of ancient history, and let your mind wander to the distant past! I could write on and on and on about artifacts, but I will just pass on what I have learned to those who want to know. Thank You all again, and I'll be in touch in the forum. "
" Hello All, To those I know, and to all I have spoken to in the forum, a huge Heart Felt Thank You for the MOTM privilege! I found my first point at the ripe old age of 13, in 1964. I'm one of categories of " Old Timers " in this hobby. I surface hunted every chance I got, and built an enormous collection of field found artifacts. And then. many moons later, the points were beginning to disappear with most of the fields also giving way to destruction of some sort. About the time the market really picked up, and I realized if I want to continue upgrading, I had to start buying. But I soon realized there were those out to deceive. So I spent a lot of money on fake points. But always remember, it's OK to make mistakes. It's those mistakes that teach us in the future. So I bought a microscope, and it didn't take long to learn what to look for. That really educated me, and I'm trying to pass on what I have learned to those who are just starting in this great hobby. I also realized that nothing lasts forever, so at one point in time, again, many moons ago, I left most of my field grade artifacts go, and started collecting for investment. I'm married with two daughters, and my wife actually loves the hobby also!! But at my age, I figure my collection will be an investment for my family when I'm gone. My best recent advise for those just starting, or for anyone, with ebay, flea markets, even the artifact shows, if your buying, buy from someone you know and trust, don't always buy the story, and if you have enough money to buy a super artifact, let that one artifact go, and buy a microscope. This hobby is a lifetime of learning, but that's what makes it fun. Don't ever become addicted to artifacts, just have a passion for them, and know what each artifact represents as a small piece of ancient history, and let your mind wander to the distant past! I could write on and on and on about artifacts, but I will just pass on what I have learned to those who want to know. Thank You all again, and I'll be in touch in the forum. "
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