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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;BooksB4Coins, post: 1628594, member: 36230&quot;]I mean this only as friendly advice, but....</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>1. If you cannot place even a reasonably realistic value upon a coin, you probably should hold off on any buying and instead focus on learning. </p><p><br /></p><p>2. If you cannot tell real from fake, especially with raw coins, you really should hold off on any buying and instead focus on learning.</p><p><br /></p><p>3. If you cannot figure out silver content/melt value, you probably should hold off on any buying and instead focus on learning.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>I understand the excitement of acquiring new coins, but there is much more to enjoy about your hobby than just this. Taking the time to educate yourself about whatever series/types/coins that interest you most can be just as, if not more fun than owning them. Invest in quality reference material and dive in. If you cannot afford to purchase the better books, check your local library, but also look online. If dollars is your focus, PCGS has made QDB&#039;s silver dollar encyclopedia available online for free (link below). Other than reading, consider attending whatever coin shows may be in your area, and try to hit the local B&amp;Ms. Look at as many coins as possible, and try to make friends. Online forums may be fine and dandy, but are no replacement for an in-person mentor or knowledgeable dealer who is willing to work with you.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="http://www.pcgs.com/books/silver-dollars/" target="_blank" class="externalLink ProxyLink" data-proxy-href="http://www.pcgs.com/books/silver-dollars/" rel="nofollow">http://www.pcgs.com/books/silver-dollars/</a>[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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