Nice! Some of us bought that exact same coin for $22.50 shipped just two days ago. ;) TC
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+1. I agree that demand for the clad half commemoratives is not great. The mint also dramatically increased prices on them this year driving...
This is correct as far as PCGS and NGC goes. I heard the quality was not that good. TC
I am confident that they will honor the orders. If not, they will lose my business and probably others' as well. I saw that silvertowne sold out...
For your stated purposes (long term preservation / investment), I would stick with ASEs. You will likely be able to recoup the premium on them...
I hear what you are saying but it is commonplace to negotiate in these settings (even for the small amount). If you keep overpaying on coin...
Let the seller know you are unhappy with one of the slabs; perhaps they will reholder it for you. This happened to me on a Teletrade auction, and...
It is a pawn shop not Sotheby's. :smile. TC
No. RedBook is too high. According to coinflation.com, a silver Franklin half is worth about $10. Start walking out the door, and see if he...
Ouch! Now that's just plain wrong. I guess sticking with reputable dealers is the way to go. TC
This is good advice. However, if a major TPG slabs a fake, I think they will pay replacement cost.
He probably paid less than $10 for it. Offer him $15. If he says no, he will likely come down to $25. If so, then offer him $20. If he says no,...
I buy mostly slabbed coins but will sometimes buy raw coins I really want. However, I would not take a chance buying an older, valuable coin raw...
I will guess MS63 FBL. TC
The pharmaceutical industry is well know for providing free lunches (and free samples). :smile. TC
Nice find. Congrats! TC
The 1928 Peace is the key to that series, and if it is real will always carry a premium regardless of condition or whether or not it is was...
Teletrade clearly states that there is a buyer's premium of 15% (minimum of $8) in their Terms and Conditions. I have had some luck with them but...
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