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  1. Jan 12, 2024, 03:42 PM #1
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    Comparing the value of chump change over a century - infographic

    Comparing the value of chump change over a century.




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    I remember walking with my uncle down the ally 6 blocks to the corner store. he would buy me a big bag of hard candy then hand me a nickel to pay for it.

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    And now you know the origin of the term "Dropped a dime on him."...
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    It's not that it makes me feel old. It's the exponential change that gets me...
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    I do have an unopened pack of 5 cassettes...

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    Quote Originally Posted by IntheGroove View Post
    I do have an unopened pack of 5 cassettes...
    I doubt you could get your $10 back for them now though.
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    You're right. Good thing I found them in a dumpster...
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    Quote Originally Posted by IntheGroove View Post
    I do have an unopened pack of 5 cassettes...

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    I would cut the excess tape from 60 minute cassettes and add it to 30 minute cassettes, to save a bit.

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