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<p>[QUOTE="MaestroPCG, post: 145039, member: 5985"]After reading the responses on this thread so far, you've probably figured out that your question is not an easy one to answer. There are pros and cons to all sides of this argument.</p><p>I trust MY dealer because of the relationship we've built, but I certainly wouldn't trust ANY dealer...reputable or not. Many will offer rock bottom prices, and some would just flat out rip you off. Remember, every dealer is running a business and wants to make as much profit as possible. That's understandable, but some take it to extremes.</p><p>I don't necessarily think you'd get taken on ebay despite the fact that you don't have an established presence. I've sold items on ebay for close to retail without being a dealer. You DO have to be careful and know what you're doing going into it, but it may bring you the largest net amount of any option that you have.</p><p>My best advice is don't get in a hurry. Educate yourself. Do some research and check prices of comparable coins. The higher priced coins are usually highly sought after so you won't have much trouble selling them...just make sure you're comfortable with what you get.</p><p> </p><p>Good luck.</p><p> </p><p>pCG[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="MaestroPCG, post: 145039, member: 5985"]After reading the responses on this thread so far, you've probably figured out that your question is not an easy one to answer. There are pros and cons to all sides of this argument. I trust MY dealer because of the relationship we've built, but I certainly wouldn't trust ANY dealer...reputable or not. Many will offer rock bottom prices, and some would just flat out rip you off. Remember, every dealer is running a business and wants to make as much profit as possible. That's understandable, but some take it to extremes. I don't necessarily think you'd get taken on ebay despite the fact that you don't have an established presence. I've sold items on ebay for close to retail without being a dealer. You DO have to be careful and know what you're doing going into it, but it may bring you the largest net amount of any option that you have. My best advice is don't get in a hurry. Educate yourself. Do some research and check prices of comparable coins. The higher priced coins are usually highly sought after so you won't have much trouble selling them...just make sure you're comfortable with what you get. Good luck. pCG[/QUOTE]
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