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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;camlov2, post: 1034363, member: 26479&quot;]The first key is to know what you are buying. The more you know, the less of a chance of being taken advantage of.&nbsp; This includes being able to grade a coin yourself.&nbsp; If they are selling a coin marked EF-40 for $20 and the book value is $30 then that looks great, however if the coin is actually VF-20 then it is really bad.</p><p>I also like to watch how the shop owner treats others (and myself).&nbsp; I have been in shops lately where little old ladies bring in old coins, if is seems like they are treated fairly then that is a plus.&nbsp; If the shop isn&#039;t busy ask for info on a coin, if they are willing to take the time and share info that is a good sign.&nbsp; (of course you want to check their info to see if they are being honest)</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Most of this would be harder for you since you might not get the chance to visit shops repeatedly, you might want to ask recommendations for a certain area here.&nbsp; Like I did for the Los Angeles area in the post above....</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Coin shops in LA....</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>anyone...</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>anyone...[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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