Stoneridge Engineering's Shrunken Coin Offerings

Shrunken Head (and tail) Center of the World!

Our SMALL Change Collection

These are Genuine Coins that have been magnetically compressed!
Shrunken coins are truly unique... and they are only available here

Premiered in the Nov. 25, 2002 Issue of Coin World (137kB)
Featured in the Spring, 2003 issue of MintErrorNews! (539kB)
Shown in the Mar/Apr 2003 issue of Numismatic Journal (688kB)
Featured in the Oct. 2003 issue of Popular Science Magazine

Discussed in the Nov. 2003 issue of "Linking Ring" Magazine (Int'l Brotherhood of Magicians)
The electromagnetic equipment that crushes the coins is called "The Quarter Shrinker"

Each coin requires its own hand wound coil which explodes during the shrinking process
Each coin comes with one page explanation about how the coin was shrunk (260 kB)

Dealer & school inquiries welcomed - please contact us for quantity pricing or "custom" shrinking
Order your shrunken coins NOW
A limited selection of shrunken coins and Lichtenberg Figures is also offered on eBay

Standard Coins - Other coins are also available - Please Ask!
Photos show typical appearance before and after shrinking
(Note: Dates and mint marks may vary from those shown below)
(Updated: 04/09/05)

(Click on any of the following images for larger pictures)

Original Eagle Style $15.00

Delaware (1999) $15.00

Pennsylvania (1999) $15.00

New Jersey (1999) $15.00

Georgia (1999) $15.00

Connecticut (1999) $15.00

Massachusetts (2000) $15.00

Maryland (2000) $15.00

South Carolina (2000) $15.00

New Hampshire (2000) $15.00

Virginia (2000) $15.00

New York (2001) $15.00

North Carolina (2001) $15.00

Rhode Island (2001) $15.00

Vermont (2001) $15.00

Kentucky (2001) $15.00

Tennessee (2002) $15.00

Ohio (2002) $15.00

Louisiana (2002) $15.00

Indiana (2002) $15.00

Mississippi (2002) $15.00

Illinois (2003) $15.00

Alabama (2003) $15.00

Maine (2003) $15.00

Missouri (2003) $15.00

Arkansas (2003) $15.00

Michigan (2004) $15.00

Florida (2004) $15.00

Texas (2004) $15.00

Iowa (2004) $15.00

Wisconsin (2004) $15.00

California (2005) $15.00

Coming Soon!

Coming Later this year

Minnesota (2005) $15.00

Oregon (2005) $15.00

Kansas (2005) $15.00

NYC Token & Mate $20.00

Indian Head and Mate $15.50

Shrunken Indian Head only $14.00

Roosevelt Dime and mate $14.20

Shrunken Roosevelt only

Sacagawea and mate

Shrunken Sacagawea only

Susan B. Anthony and Mate $20.00

Shrunken Susan B. Anthony only $18.00

Kennedy Half & Mate $19.50

Kennedy Half Only $17.50

Morgan Dollar & Mate $44.00

Shrunken Morgan only $30.00

Quarter in silver pendant (for necklace) $35.00

Eisenhower Dollar & Mate $22.00

Shrunken Eisenhower only $20.00

Walking Liberty & Mate $31.00

Walking Liberty only $25.00 (compared relative to a quarter)

Silver Eagle & Mate $47.00

Silver Eagle only $33.00

State Quarter Key Fob
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Gold Half Eagle
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Japan 5 Yen Coin & Mate $13.50

Japanese 5 Yen Coin only $13.00

Canadian Nickel (before 1982) $14.00

Canadian Quarter (before 1996) $15.00

Canadian "Loonie" $17.50

Canadian "Toonie" $18.50

We can also do "Custom Shrinking"

Although I usually shrink quarters to 70-75% of their original diameter (slightly smaller than a US Dime), I can adjust the degree of shrinkage upon request. I can also "custom shrink" other types of coins. For example, collectors have sent me Silver Eagles, Churchill Crowns, Asian coins, bimetal coins, transportation and tax tokens, and even gold bullion coins to "shrink to order". Whenever possible, please send 1-2 spares of any uncommon coin to be custom shrunk so that I can "tune" the process for your coins. This also allows for process dropout.

Please contact us me to discuss YOUR custom shrinking needs!
Voice: (630) 964-2699 Fax: (306) 984-3663 info@capturedlightning.com

Shrunken Head Price List
(Effective 04/10/05 - May change without prior notice)
Unless otherwise stated, price is per shrunken coin
Matching "normal size" coins are available at extra cost
Go HERE for a printable price list (PDF Format)

*Item:*	Price Each (USD):	*Notes:*
Indian Head Cent - the Best Looking Cent	$14.00	Add $1.50 for an unshrunk mate
Lincoln Cent (See Notes 1 and 2)	$13.00	Bronze (1909-1941) recommended
Jefferson Nickel	$14.00	See Note 3
Roosevelt Clad Dime (1965+)	$14.00	Add $0.20 for unshrunk mate
Washington Clad Quarter for all issued states and Eagle style (1995-1998) Available state quarters include: DE, PA, NJ, GA, CT, MA, MD, SC, NH, VA, NY, NC, RI, VT, KY, TN, OH, LA, IN, MS, IL, AL, ME, MO, AR, MI, FL, TX, IA, WI, and CA.	$15.00	Add $1.00 for an unshrunk mate.
Kennedy Clad Half Dollar	$17.50	Add $2.00 for an unshrunk mate. See Note 7
Susan B. Anthony (SBA) Dollar	$18.00	Add $2.00 for an unshrunk mate
Sacagawea ("Sac" or Golden) Dollar - 2000 - 2005 in stock. S mint is not available.	$18.00	Add $2.50 for an unshrunk mate
Eisenhower Clad (Ike) Dollar	$20.00	Add $2.00 for an unshrunk mate
Set of Indian Head or Wheat Penny, Nickel, Dime, Quarter, Half, Sac, and SBA	$99.50	Please specify which style penny and quarter are desired. Other coin combinations are also available - please ask me
Set of five 1999 Quarters ( DE, PA, NJ, GA, CT)	$75.00	See Note 6
Set of five 2000 Quarters ( MA, MD, SC, NH, VA)	$75.00	See Note 6
Set of five 2001 Quarters ( NY, NC, RI, VT, KY)	$75.00	See Note 6
Set of five 2002 Quarters ( TN, OH, LA, IN, MS)	$75.00	See Note 6
Set of five 2003 Quarters ( IL, AL, ME, MO, AR)	$75.00	See Note 6
Set of five 2004 Quarters ( MI, FL, TX, IA, WI)	$75.00	See Note 6
Canadian Quarter (100% nickel, before 1996)	$15.00	See Note 8
Canadian $1 Coin ("Loonie")	$17.50	Add $1.50 for an unshrunk mate
Canadian $2 Coin ("Toonie")	$18.50	Add $2.00 for an unshrunk mate
Japanese 5 Yen coin - center hole closes up!	$13.00	Add $0.50 for an unshrunk mate
NYC Transit Token (center hole becomes a "starfish"!)	$17.50	Add $2.50 for an unshrunk mate
Washington Clad Quarter in a Silver Pendant - add a chain to make a necklace. Some folks have also made earrings from these	$35.00
State Quarter Key Fob - Eagle, MA, CT, and IL	$21.50	(Limited Selection - please ask)
Kennedy Half Dollar, 1964 (90% Silver). See Note 7	$25.00	Add $6.00 for an unshrunk mate
Kennedy Half Dollar, 1967 or 1969 (40% Silver). See Note 7	$24.00	Add $5.00 for an unshrunk mate
Walking Liberty Half Dollar	$25.00	Add $6.00 for an unshrunk mate
Morgan Dollar	$30.00	Add $14.00 for an unshrunk mate
Peace Dollar	$30.00	Add $14.00 for an unshrunk mate
Silver Eagle	$33.00	Add $14.00 for an unshrunk mate
Custom Shrinking: Initial Coin Dia. less than 20 mm (US penny or smaller)	$14.00	Standard Coins, customer supplied. See Notes 4 and 5
Custom Shrinking: Initial Coin Dia. between 20-25 mm (US nickel or quarter)	$16.00	Standard Coins, customer supplied. See Notes 4 and 5
Custom Shrinking: Initial Coin Dia. between 25-30 mm (US Small Dollar, Canadian Toonie)	$18.00	Standard Coins, customer supplied. See Notes 4 and 5
Custom Shrinking: Initial Coin Dia. between 30-35 mm (US Half Dollar)	$20.00	Standard Coins, customer supplied. See Notes 4 and 5
Custom Shrinking: Initial Coin Dia. over 35 mm (US Eisenhower, Morgan dollar)	$23.00	Standard Coins, customer supplied. See Notes 4 and 5
Custom Shrinking: Silver or Gold Bullion Coins (other than Morgan or Peace dollars)	*Please Contact*

NOTES:

1: US Cents minted after 1982 do NOT survive the shrinking process - they simply explode in a shower of molten zinc droplets!

2: Steel Cents (1943) don't work either. We get good results for bronze coins (1910-1942) and best results with Indian Head Cents (they really look great!).

3: Copper-nickel alloy coins (nickels) don't shrink as well as clad coins - diameter will be ~90% of the original coin

4: For custom shrinking of uncommon coins or tokens please send 1-2 spares of each coin so that I can "tune" the shrinking process. This also allows for process dropout. Shrinking is still more of an art than a science....

5: Proof coins simply don't shrink well at all - in fact, they turn out really ugly! Circulating coins are recommended.

6: A random mix of D and P mint marked coins will be supplied for state quarter sets unless customer specifies otherwise

7: The higher surface features on certain coins can create internal imbalances during the shrinking process. This causes Kennedy's bust to have a small concave indentation by his left ear and a matching convex projection of the shield on the reverse side. Older style (pre-1991) Washington quarters and copper Lincoln Cents (1942-1982) tend to push out the portrait, creating a matching concave region on the reverse side of the coin. This is an inherent property of these coins and is unavoidable.

8: Newer coins are made from nickel or copper plated steel. These shrink only about 1% due to poor electrical conductivity and are not offered.

Ordering Instructions:

1. Most items can be ordered via the Shopping Cart. However, if you want items not directly offered please email me for a quote.

2. Select coins from the Coins Available section above. Use your web browser's "back" button to return here.

3. Use the Shrunken Head Price List to find the cost for your coins. Use your Browser's "back" button to return here.

4. If you're ordering state quarters, please specify which state(s) you want, or if you want earlier "eagle" style. If ordering a pendant, please specify if the head or tail of the coin should face outwards.

5. I use the US Post Office for shipping orders, and Shipping and Handling will be $2.50 per order. Please let me know if you'd like to insure your order - insurance costs are shown in the table below. Illinois residents will need to add 6.75% for Illinois Retail Sales Tax.

6. Once you've made your selections, add up the total for the coins. You can email, call, or write me to confirm your order. I'll need to know which coin(s) you want, how you plan to pay, your mailing address, and any custom shrinking requests. I'll get back to you within 24 hours with a quote, and I usually ship within 2-4 business days after receipt of payment.

Payment Options:
Payment in US dollars is preferred through PayPal. My PayPal ID is the same as my email address:
info@capturedlightning.com
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Shipping and Insurance:
I usually ship circulated coins. Uncirculated coins or specific mint selections are available for most clad coins upon request. Shipping and Handling in the USA is $2.50 per order. Insurance is strongly recommended ($1.30 for first $50.00) - I will not be responsible for coins lost in the mail. While I will ship to most countries, international shipping costs must be figured on a case by case basis, and insurance may not be available to some countries. Use the following table to find the cost for insuring shipments within the USA.

Shipping and Insurance Chart

Insured Amount	S&H	Insurance Cost
$0 - $50.00	$2.50	$1.30
$50.01 - $100.00	$2.50	$2.20
$100.01 - $200.00	$2.50	$3.20
$200.01 - $300.00	$2.50	$4.20
$300.01 - $399.99	$2.50	$5.20
$400.00 or more	FREE	FREE

Your Satisfaction is guaranteed or your (regular sized) money back!

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Send Money Order or check to:

Bert Hickman
Stoneridge Engineering
2523 Stonewall Ave.
Woodridge, IL 60517-1103 USA
Voice: +1 630 964-2699
FAX: +1 206 984-3663
info@capturedlightning.com

See me for all your SMALL Change needs!

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