An AT coin can absolutely change over time - I have seen many such examples in holders and it is obvious that they did not look that way when they...
At NGC, at least, there were usually 3 opinions, total, not 4. I don't know the particulars there or at PCGS currently, however. And I wonder if...
I think it's great that "rockdude" replied to a thread about a "rockhead" :cool:
Thanks for the clarification.
I have seen that effect before and don't think that is liquid. Also, to my knowledge, NGC uses sonic sealers, with no liquids in their sealing...
I am unaware of anyone at NGC doing research on artificial toning. And the coins didn't body-bag because of a color-blind grader. It takes more...
I don't know of any fluid that is used when sealing the slabs - what are you speaking of?
Without reading the other replies first... My thoughts are that if you buy an uncertified coin for several hundreds of dollars on Ebay, you are...
If it's been less than 30 days since you received the merchandise, return it. They have the following guarantee listed on their website: "Your...
Doug, your assumption is correct, at least with respect to my experiences as a grader at NGC from 1991-1998. I doubt things have changes there or...
Each group of coins submitted on an invoice is kept segregated from other coins/invoices. A large number of colorful coins could certainly arouse...
I don't know anyone who hasn't overpaid for a coin, and that includes dealers. So I think you're kidding yourself, and that that's probably why...
If you "help" him spend his money, you are probably setting yourself up to be blamed if things don't go well for him. And if they do go well, you...
At a certain point, you need to let it go. You can't make people listen and learn.
Absolutely. But at a certain point, depending upon what you learn and become aware of, it can also make the hobby a lot less fun.
Good point, Mark. I was thinking and speaking in terms of coins that had been certified by the top grading companies, but perhaps the coins in...
The nickel looks NT to me. Keep in mind, that while you think or know the nickels came from the same source as the other coins which graded, the...
A "retail" price guide might be unrealistically high, such that some dealers might not even sell at those (high) levels. And if an owner of a coin...
There is no minimum amount of knowledge and/or brains required for someone to be a coin collector.
I'm sorry, Mark, but you've not convinced me... Quote: Originally Posted by Mark Feld [IMG] If a would-be buyer is...
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