Just got into platinum coins and from what I'm reading, these were the first platinum coins to be minted. I'm having a hard time finding current pricing. Would appreciate someone posting a good range for these coins. Also, noticed this on Ebay. Seems high especially for the 1831 which has the highest mintage. An 1835 in MS-64 I think, sold for 32,000. What do you guys think? http://www.ebay.com/itm/1831-CNB-RU...5534991?pt=US_World_Coins&hash=item27cb5c188f I'd like to start with the 3 rouble and move on up... Another newbie question. If it's graded by PCGS or NGC and it says authentic, is it safe to assume that it's not a fake? How about tampering with the box?
Correction: The 12 Rouble MS-64 sold for 132,000. A little out of my reach. : ) I'd still be interested in a lower grade one in a higher mintage year, like the 1831.
Probably best to back out of this series if you are looking for a reasonably priced VF coin - because they still cost a lot. I missed my chance in getting this coin. These cost at least 1500-2000 dollars minimum even for a 3 ruble coin. For a 6 ruble, twice to triple. Very popular coin. Can't find any cheaper unless it's severely damaged. There are counterfeit coins of this type.
Thanks for the response. I'm still a little conflicted, because I go back to thinking about melt values. I can certainly afford to buy the 3 and 6 rouble coins and maybe the 12 rouble, if I didn't spend money on coins for the next year or so. But, I could also use that money to acquire many more other coins...
Why??? I don't see how melt value outweighs the historical aspect of this coin. That would apply to every single coin struck prior to 1900s - start comparing the premium value versus melt value and you'll end up not buying anything.
