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<p>[QUOTE="National dealer, post: 16084, member: 487"]This is a subject that is often brought up and let me share a view from the dealers side of the table. </p><p>Walking in a store or at the show with a greysheet is a good idea, but do not let it be the be all-end all. For Mint and Proof sets, the greysheet is an excellent guide as the sets are sold based on the date. For single coins, grades and eye appeal become too much of a factor for most collectors to effectively use it. GDJMSP has a wonderful point. Buying the best that you can find WILL always make you much happier with your purchase and it will also get you a better price when the time comes to sell. </p><p>For most Mint and Proof sets a very small percentage (10) above ask is usually a good asking price. For the top performers like the 99 proof set, unless serious bulk is being bought, expect to pay retail. Hope that helps[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="National dealer, post: 16084, member: 487"]This is a subject that is often brought up and let me share a view from the dealers side of the table. Walking in a store or at the show with a greysheet is a good idea, but do not let it be the be all-end all. For Mint and Proof sets, the greysheet is an excellent guide as the sets are sold based on the date. For single coins, grades and eye appeal become too much of a factor for most collectors to effectively use it. GDJMSP has a wonderful point. Buying the best that you can find WILL always make you much happier with your purchase and it will also get you a better price when the time comes to sell. For most Mint and Proof sets a very small percentage (10) above ask is usually a good asking price. For the top performers like the 99 proof set, unless serious bulk is being bought, expect to pay retail. Hope that helps[/QUOTE]
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