Otha Anders, known as the “coin master,” walked into a bank with a dolly loaded with five-gallon jugs of pennies, turning heads with the clinking coins. A Jackson school board supervisor, Anders believed every penny he found was a sign from God, reminding him to be grateful. On days he forgot to pray, a stray penny would often appear, which he saw as divine encouragement.
For 45 years, Anders collected pennies, stacking them in jugs. His family supported his unusual hobby, which grew from a fun activity into a near obsession. Bank employees spent hours cutting open the jugs with hammers and axes to count the coins. The final tally? An impressive $5,136.14—roughly $114.40 saved per year.
Anders used the money to pay a dental bill, sponsor a family trip, and make donations to his church. He was thrilled his decades-long hobby turned into something meaningful, proving that even small acts of gratitude can lead to big rewards.
