I wouldn't get hung up on terms like "gradeflation" or "emotion". I think every coin deserves to be recognized by peer / industry leaders in the...
Charmy, I'm happy for you! I thought the coin would go. I love getting coins to upgrade and its one of my favorite things to crack out a coin and...
Thats what I am trying to say, that the replacements are the next guy turning 50. Thanks GDJ for helping me spit it out. No worries, this hobby is...
It goes to show how layered this hobby is. The forum is stacked with younger people that connect through forums and the like. Posting a thousand...
You dont have to start this hobby as a child to someday be in it for 50 years to enjoy it. I think that it is entirly possible for something to...
I can see the coin in a 5 holder no problem. Mostly the TPG grade keys liberally but in the case with this date I see them consistantly harder....
I focus on copper with the blue blush you guys are speaking of. Some have a weird look to them that is a turn off and some have jaw dropping...
Being able to deal with making a mistake and learning from it are important skills to have in this hobby. It contrasts the joy of doing it right...
Dime, It is sometimes risky to let others see what you paid for a certain coin. It is setting yourself up for monday morning quarterbacking to the...
I would prefer my coins to not be dipped and don't engage in the process. I like old things and have always been drawn to antiques. To me coins...
When it comes to owning gold, I like it all. I like bullion K rands, Eagles, Maples and bars as an investment. I like antique numismatic gold for...
Maybe its wise to not put a microscope on the things we are collecting untill we feel we have enough. Then talk it up and watch the investment...
I feel your pain. Its tough when you are chasing the same things everybody else is. Its collector demand that took the coin from $.05 to 718.75...
Yeah, and when I'm selling at a show and someone wants a lower price I come down what Ebay will charge me and it usually seals the deal. I'll even...
For me, I try to sell a coin through regular channels. Dealers , coin shows, etc. If an item languishes in my inventory, I HIRE ebay at 10-12 % to...
I hear you friend. It is a dilicate line to walk and takes experience and practice no matter what side of the table we are on.
(give me a break, did you buy a table?), Read more: http://www.cointalk.com/t103646-3/#post868006#ixzz0lkDmsJXO On that note what do you belive...
Great stuff guys. I skimmed most posts and agree with most of it but I havn't heard any body say it rude to interupt a deal. Several times at the...
I was explaning this interesting situation to a close friend today in a conversation. She thought it amazing there is such a thing as "coin...
Its a super coin. A condition rarity for sure. Its worth a lot to the right collector. Maybe someday we'll see it at auction and we'll all find out.
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