My point exactly. All you said was he bought most of the lots. You don't remember what he paid at auction, so how can you say he's not making...
You don't understand. Wife is okay with my collecting. But, by the time I would have said, "Hey honey, I spent $300 on this lot, but..." she'd...
A related story, I was at a coin auction last May. At one point the auctioneer offered up a tube of common date (AU-BU) Morgan dollars, initially...
At every auction I've attended over the years, you do have the chance to look at and touch the coins being offered. All have a preview one or two...
What's your basis for this statement? The fact that he buys "70% of the lots" doesn't mean he doesn't get a bargain price. If he gets a bargain...
I'm gonna have to disagree with this. An experienced collector will know the nuances of the hobby. But what about the new collector just...
I'm not sure you understand the concept of either one. I, personally, am a collector. I can count on two fingers the number of times I have sold...
Let's take a look at some of the things you said: Keep in mind most estate auctions are exactly that, liquidating the estate of a (usually)...
Seriously, another post crying about being outbid at auctions? You're starting to sound like these people have it in for you. Accept it, some...
I have to agree with this statement. Most of the people I see overbid at auctions "know" what they're doing, whether I agree or not. While I'm...
I'm kind of confused. Dealer sets a price based on eBay. You set a lower price based on eBay. Dealer is wrong. What's the difference?...
If you get into collecting foriegn coins (which can be started cheaply enough), a Krause book is a good reference. Keep your eyes open at flea...
You should be in my line of work (EMS) where ego seems to be a prerequisite for employment. I've been at it 28 years, and it never ceases to...
there's nothing wrong with buying coins at a flea market, as long as you're careful and do your research. I have purchased many common date coins...
I'll second JP's Corner, good pricing, fair and quick shipping. I also recommend the Red Book, but don't put too much stock into the prices....
We're talking about a live auction? Been to many over the past few years. First thing I noticed recently is the number of people who show up...
goon712, Glad you were able to get in. If I can help with anything locally, please feel free to send me a PM. rickyh211- Thanks for the link,...
I believe the comment was in regards to Coin World magazine (CW) and not this forum (CT). I also believe he is correct in stating that they (and...
I have had very good luck with this place (in, fact, waiting for a package as we speak): http://davescoins.com/index.php (hope the link is ok)...
Not implying you suggested eBay, simply stating I'd rather use a dealer outside that venue. I actually thought your advice was good.
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