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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;RePeat, post: 25611, member: 1694&quot;]<b>Coin Shows And How They Oporate</b></p><p><br /></p><p>Ok everyone; here are my next set of newbish questions.</p><p><br /></p><p>First, forgive me if this information has been shared or discussed in other threads.&nbsp; If it has, please post the thread.&nbsp; Thanks.</p><p><br /></p><p>I&#039;m basically wanting to know specific details on how coin shows run and operate, both from the customer and the dealers perspective.&nbsp; Here are some examples of things I&#039;m looking to learn:</p><p><br /></p><p>1.&nbsp; What are the general rules (safety, respect, tact, etc.) that a customer should know when attending any given coin show.</p><p><br /></p><p>2.&nbsp; Are most &quot;dealers&quot; represented at a show professional businesses, or can anyone purchase a table (kind of like a swap-meet)?</p><p><br /></p><p>3.&nbsp; How do dealers perceive customers who negotiate?&nbsp; Is negotiating an accepted form of business or is it generally discouraged?</p><p><br /></p><p>4.&nbsp; Are most coin shows similar in atmosphere/mood, with only the vastness (amount of tables) varying?&nbsp; Example, are some more relax/professional than others?</p><p><br /></p><p>5.&nbsp; Generally speaking, do dealers enjoy looking/grading/evaluating coins owned by customers?&nbsp; And will dealers make offers on a coin they see one they like?</p><p><br /></p><p>6.&nbsp; What are some of the common things to look out for when purchasing coins at a show (fraud, misrepresentation, etc.), if any?&nbsp; </p><p><br /></p><p>7.&nbsp; Do many customers bring along magnifiers and evaluate coins themselves?&nbsp; Do dealers mind people scrutinizing over the coins they are selling?</p><p><br /></p><p>8.&nbsp; Are dealers willing to trade with customers?&nbsp; Are they open to the idea?</p><p><br /></p><p>I&#039;m sure I will think of some more, but I&#039;m at work and can&#039;t spend much longer typing.&nbsp; I appreciate all your responses.&nbsp; Hopefully your information will not only educate me, but others that visit this site.</p><p><br /></p><p>Thanks</p><p>Eric[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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