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    New to the idea of investing... a couple quick questions to clear up?

    Here are answers to your questions (just my opinion)....but I have quite a bit of bullion which I have purchased over the years (since the mid...
    Post by: brightspirit1, Jul 16, 2016 in forum: Bullion Investing
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    Is numismatics going the way of philately?

    I think you make some good points. Add counterfeiting to the problem.
    Post by: brightspirit1, Mar 23, 2015 in forum: Coin Chat
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    Guess the Grade - Liberty double eagle edition

    MS62
    Post by: brightspirit1, Oct 26, 2014 in forum: Coin Chat
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    2014 1 oz Silver American Eagle (Lot of 10) for $206.99

    You cannot predict or rationalise currency or precious metal price directions, in my opinion. There are too many variables involved and there are...
    Post by: brightspirit1, Oct 4, 2014 in forum: Bullion Investing
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    2005 Silver Kiwi

    Silver and gold NZ coins always are sold at a very high premium (they are sold through the NZ postal service). They are issued more as...
    Post by: brightspirit1, Oct 4, 2014 in forum: Bullion Investing
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    Here we go! Silver under $18...

    It's a commentary on the markets and human nature that people couldn't wait to buy silver when it topped $40. Now that it is at $17, people are...
    Post by: brightspirit1, Sep 22, 2014 in forum: Bullion Investing
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    Which is the better buy - American Eagles or Maple leaves

    I like maple leafs as they glitter more and look like "real gold", rather than the AGEs which have a dull finish. However, the AGE is by far the...
    Post by: brightspirit1, Jul 23, 2014 in forum: Bullion Investing
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    1926-s peace ms66 graded by hallmark. Thoughts?

    MS66? Dream on.
    Post by: brightspirit1, Jul 23, 2014 in forum: Coin Chat
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    Looking for opinion on Gold purchase

    Back to the original question, if you are going to buy gold for your portfolio and do not plan to sell it in your lifetime, buy bullion coin that...
    Post by: brightspirit1, Jul 12, 2014 in forum: Bullion Investing
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    Silver Speculation Question

    Keep the money in cash. Why risk it for the possibility of making a few bucks? If you want to gamble, go to Vegas. Never put money that you need...
    Post by: brightspirit1, Apr 5, 2014 in forum: Coin Chat
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    Would you press that buy it now button?

    I am surprised how many people would,without hesitation, take advantage of someone's mistake! (but also happy to see that many people would do the...
    Post by: brightspirit1, Mar 26, 2014 in forum: Coin Chat
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    silver

    I like ASE's. Beautiful coins and great liquidity.
    Post by: brightspirit1, Mar 9, 2014 in forum: Bullion Investing
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    Do we see gold hit $1000 and silver $12?

    I bought gold bullion in the 80's at $372 to be part of my asset portfolio. I also collect gold coins. I have seen gold fall to $250 and go up to...
    Post by: brightspirit1, Jun 28, 2013 in forum: Bullion Investing
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    Interesting eBay return experience.

    I also have a policy that I post immediate positive feedback once an item is paid for.
    Post by: brightspirit1, May 11, 2013 in forum: Coin Chat
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    Interesting eBay return experience.

    I have given immediate refunds, before the item was returned, on ebay (if the reason is a legitimate one) and have never been disappointed....
    Post by: brightspirit1, May 11, 2013 in forum: Coin Chat