Exotic $500K coin collection taken from the Marble Cliff residence of an elderly guy
The victim, identified as Harold Thompson, an 82-year-old retired history professor, had spent decades amassing his prized collection of coins, each piece a testament to a bygone era.
According to Thompson’s family, the collection was not just a hobby but a lifelong passion, with each coin meticulously researched and acquired over the years.
The theft came to light when Thompson’s caretaker arrived at his home on Monday morning to find the premises ransacked and the coin collection missing.
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Bennett urged anyone with information about the crime to come forward, promising anonymity to anyone who could assist in the recovery of the stolen coins.
The stolen collection is reported to include rare coins from various periods of history, ranging from ancient Roman denarii to medieval European currency and colonial American coins.
Among the most valuable pieces are said to be a rare 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar and an 1804 Draped Bust Silver Dollar, both of which are highly sought after by collectors.
Many residents have expressed shock and outrage at the audacity of the crime, vowing to support Thompson and his family in any way they can.