Any info on this grading company. I have some of there graded coins, but cannot find any info on there reputation.
And maybe it is better that you cannot find it. Something with Bureau in the name sends the red flags fluttering for me.
If the company can't even spell bureau ("international numismatic bereau") that should be a clue that you shouldn't do business with them.
I found an auction on ebay of theirs. Looks like they're definetely self slabbers. http://cgi.ebay.com/WOODEN-TREASURE...ryZ39465QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
I've seen there crap before and nice find Newman. Think they are tied in with the seller (numismaticbureau)? The auction you posted is about 83 pages long for starters. All modern coins are PR70 or MS70. Older coins aren't even assigned grades. The world currency I saw I can buy at my local dealer for "pennies". Seems there might be a rip off seller/self slabber here. Naw, that could NEVER happen on ebay!
Another one. http://cgi.ebay.com/LOS-ANGELES-MAS...goryZ525QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Amazing how all their estate auctions look exactly the same.
I just asked the seller a question. "How is it that the International Numismatic Bureau finds SO many PR70 and MS70 coins that don't reach PCGS or NGC or even ANACS? Also, why is it that they seem unable to assign grades to circulated coins? How can I reach them if you know? Thanks"
I'm new to coin collecting and most of my knowledge comes from books I have been reading. Can anyone recommend any good sellers on E-bay or should I stay clear of it. Would appreciate any info.
Ebay can be fine, just stick with legitamate grading companys. PCGS is a good one (it is also the only one I can spell correctly %100 percent of the time). Or, buy stuff still in mint packaging. (Also, welcome to the forum)
This is E-Bay seller slabbes and grades his coins. Go to coinauctionshelp.com for more information. Heinzo
International Numismatic Bureau I am staying away from E-Bay when it comes to coin buying. I subscribe to Numismatic News and buy from dealers advertizing coins. Even then you need to use caution. My initial order with THE COIN DEPOT was less than satisfacory. Heinzo:hammer: