littleton?

I think that's a very wise decision.

Never be afraid to ask for advice about things you are unsure of. Regardless of what others may tell you, there is no danger in asking for other people's opinions. I've done it countless times, and I'm sure glad I did.

Just looking through Littleton's US coins for sale, I made a few observations. I noticed they have a deal, where you can buy two different date Flying Eagle cents, which will not grade "Good", and which may or may not have readable dates, for $59.95 plus $4.75 S&H. So, that would be a total cost of about $32 each. Now Flying Eagle cents, in AG-3 condition, can be purchased for about $10 each. So I would think that not buying from this company is a reasonable decison.

Some other deals I noticed they had were:

1864 2 cent piece in Extra Fine condition for $85.00 + $4.75 S&H
That coin can be purchased for about $35 all day long.

1865 2 cent piece in Very Fine condition for $72.00 + $4.75 S&H
That's a coin that you can easily buy for $25.

1939-D Jefferson nickel MS-60 for $155.00 + $4.75 S&H
That's more than you would pay for an MS-66 in a PCGS slab!

1950-D Jefferson nickel MS-60 for $49.50 + $4.75 S&H
That's more than three times what the coin is worth.

1941-S Washington quarter MS-60 for $127.00 + $4.75 S&H
You can buy this coin from other nationally recognized dealers for about $20.00

1986 Silver Eagle Unc. for $37.00 + $4.75 S&H
That's about a $15 item.

1986-S Silver Eagle PR-63 for $64.50 + $4.75 S&H
That's about double what it's worth

1988-S Silver Eagle PR-63 for $127.50 + $4.74 S&H
Again, nearly twice what it's worth.

This list could go on and on, with unbelivable prices, but there's really no point.
It's obvious that anyone with a telephone and a coin magazine, can find a way to avoid these rip-off artists.

Now, I was lucky enough to have never gotten involved with these people, but I have talked to several who did. Almost every one described their coins as "over-priced" and "over-graded", and these folks have been collecting coins for many years.

Now, I have also talked to a few dealers, who supply Littleton with coins for there inventory. In interest of fairness, Littleton's suppliers say that they sell quality material, and have to charge more because of overhead.

Jody

 

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I would have to agree with the comments that Littleton does not sell junk – what they sell is solid and with no problems, with a few exceptions (such as the SEs in plastic pouches that they throw in the envelope together – some of which get rim digs from each other.)

As for their overhead? They are in a small town in NH, so their rent is presumably cheap. As I recall, they send a postpaid envelope for the first batch of approval coins, but after that you are on your own for postage.

They are OUTRAGEOUSLY overpriced, and that no one can deny. On occasion they do have some food deals, and if you go for those then great. I had to laugh tat he $50 price for a 1950D Jefferson mentioned above, since I bought several from them on special for under $10 each. Not sure if that is a great price but I was happy at the time. They also sell proof and mint sets which are still currently available from the Mint for a hefty premium over issue price.

The fact that no one on this forum is a customer says a lot. Beginners usually get involved with them, but not many stay with them. They do offer good quality circulated coins and they are convenient, but you pay through the nose.

 

Mass advertising is marvelous. Look at what it does for Littleton.
It seems we go through this discussion every month or two.
Being in N.H. does not mean a low rent operation. You should
see their spread, then you would relate to their prices

 

There are two sides to Littleton. mmarotta is correct. When they are at the shows, every dealer in the place wants them at their table. Their sell prices are in line with any on the floor. Their buy prices are often best on the floor. Now I would NEVER recommend buying through their catalog or anyone elses. If you want to buy from a mail order company, come see them at the show.

 

Ive dealt with littleton before and there a great company to deal with but as many have said they do over grade and overprice to an extent

 

Just for fun, If you return them and they do not make it back, then you still are liable for the cost, the only safe way to return them is Priority mail heavily insured with a signature confirmation.

As you know this will cost you around 8.50 by the time you are finished, for coins that you did not buy,now I dont know about you, but I can find a coin for 8.50 that will fit some place in my collection.