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Message:: [QUOTE="Al Kowsky, post: 3375694, member: 97383"]GDJMSP, Thanks for the statistical chart. I'm guessing that PCGS data input is primarily U.S. & World modern coins; & what I mean by modern is machine struck coins that go back nearly 500 years. Am I correct on this point? Since PCGS is not known for certifying hammered coinage, especially ancient Greek, Roman & Byzantine coinage, their data input for hammered coinage must be minuscule. Please clarify this. Excellent points were raised by other CoinTalk members too. The current generation doesn't have the interest in collecting coins for a variety of reasons, e.g.: they don't have the disposable income of past generations, their hobbies are more related to the digital world, coin values have escalated to the point where the "fun" part of collecting is no longer there, & counterfeits of U.S. & modern World coins have discouraged people from the hobby. Many coin collectors who have become disgruntled with modern coins have turned their attention to ancient coins because you don't have to be wealthy to get involved. Many ancient coins over 1,500 years old can be bought for as little as $15.00 each, & their historical & aesthetic value far exceed modern coins.[/QUOTE]