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Message:: [QUOTE="Cloudsweeper99, post: 673385, member: 3011"]I haven't worked in a coin shop myself but the basics of all retail service businesses are similar.  I would think that to start working in a coin shop, as opposed to running the shop, you would need an understanding of all of the US coin series, some knowledge about foreign coins and tokens, the ability to identify obvious counterfeits and damaged coins, and good customer service skills.  I'm not sure that "years and years of grading experience" is a necessity for an entry level position because the owner will probably perform that function, but some skill is essential.  Most of the other skills should be taught to you by the owner since each shop probably has a different emphasis on things like metal detector sales, buying gold and silver jewelry from walk-ins, etc...  You would probably start off selling coins that have been already graded and priced, keeping track of inventory, and helping the owner prepare for shows. If you think you would like it you should continue to pursue the goal.[/QUOTE]