Comments on: Dropped Money

By: Tim

Tim — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 21:51:56 +0000

my “Special device” for under vending machines is a thick yardstick from a hardware store. Laundromats will gladly offer to split your finds and allow you under all washers and dryers (ask them if they will sweep up behind you) Car wash Vaccuum machines are my hotspot, they let you clean them for free and you keep the rings, and coins(rubber gloves and a digging tool do the trick in easy manner.

By: aaron

aaron — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 06:40:15 +0000

i found 8 1000Y bills on the ground last night on the way to a pub. they were all scattered in one area. i suspect whoever dropped it was probably at least a little drunk. maybe i should go walk around at night more often

By: Personal Finance Advice - » 10 Best Places To Find Money When Walking

Personal Finance Advice - » 10 Best Places To Find Money When Walking — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 04:11:14 +0000

[...] I wrote last year that I like to look for money when I walk around. I find a minimum of $50 a year ans would estimate that I clear over $100 most years (in helps living in Japan where they have $1 and $5 coins). I received an email asking me where are the best places to find coins and so here is my top ten list for those who want to try. [...]

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Festival of Frugality #5 at Okdork.com — Tue, 10 Jan 2006 07:01:29 +0000

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By: Caitlin

Caitlin — Sun, 08 Jan 2006 04:19:45 +0000

Great article!

By: Chris

Chris — Sat, 07 Jan 2006 04:55:57 +0000

Excellent stuff, and thanks for the plug. Sadly, the coin I found was not a Japanese 10 Yen, but my research continues. Thanks for the thoughts, though. Keep up the good work!