David,
Not so sure why the coins are in short supply. In fact I’ve never seen any coins either. Its just possible that it is because they are worth so little. Will have to find out with my contacts in Iraq.
By the way, there is an Iraqi dinar discussion forum here:
http://www.investorsiraq.com/forumdisplay.php?f=282
I thought it might be useful.
You are correct.. most Iraqis DO NOT carry them because it would be the equivilent of us going to walmart with our pockets full of pennies.. however I can’t help but think that some out there know that Ameicans will pay a LOT for them..
David