Should probably do a search for or ask for reviews on dealers/companys BEFORE making a purchase. December 2003 Numismatist on page 93...
I prefer foreign gold (ducats, francs, pesos, iran pahlavi fractionals, and sovereigns) from the 1830's-1950's. There are several reasons why I...
Also, on top of all the good advice already given in this thread I would say go to your local camera/photo shop and sign up for a basic/novice slr...
Here is a DIY reverse macro lens if you are feeling froggy. http://www.diyphotography.net/diy_reverse_macro_ring
You do not NEED to buy a macro lens for coins. Just get a "nifty fifty". They take excellent macro photos and cost about $400 less than "macro"...
Whatever happened to that crazy toad?...he loves his copper. Nice piece. Way to reward yourself for another year.
The printing blocks and the mold in the op are 2 different things. The mold in the op is used to cast/press the copper dies in my photo 1794....
keydatecoin has been discussed here on CT in the past under many aliases...Anyhow, I see no counterfeits being offer by him or he other seller....
Nope, a collector/specialist from the midwest was the winning bidder. Also, these are completely legal to own and use despite conder's previous...
Sometimes the best deals in numismatics are the coins you DON'T buy.
Looks filed. Don't forget to check the third side of your coin before deciding.
You are some what correct...but, most refiners that DO NOT turn it into sterling.
I started out with the intentions of only assembling an early bust dime date set ( I wanted a date set of each capped bust denomination H10c-50c)...
I think many people compare ebay closings to price guides; which is fine and probably the most accurate "on the street price"...but dealers...
The spreads on bid/ask always decrease as quantity increases. The prices are dynamic ...most only have POR for 100oz-1000oz. bars...I am certain...
Apples and Oranges...ASE are .999 fine.... junk, jewlery and 90% coins are not . The refining process for the two are different. More "labor"...
Probably, otherwise they wouldn't be dealers for very long. Open the phone book or "contact us" page and give a few dealers a call to find out...
Can't help you there...moderns are not my forte. Maybe they were subpar for the grade, overgraded, had altered surfaces, or a multitude of other...
I personally don't rely heavily on any "published" price data as every coin should be priced or purchased based on the attributes of the...
It depends upon what series you are refering to? Many series like early gold and silver federal coins are under priced. If you read the...
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