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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;medoraman, post: 1073177, member: 26302&quot;]No, its not. You are completely correct. However, it just appears the risk in this market is fairly high with no diagnostics to show relative value, (like grading and dates for coins), or international price setting mechanisms, (like bullion prices). It truly is an example of having no idea really what a coin should trade for, and therefor having a higher risk than average that when a person goes to sell they will lose money. You have to admit that most other areas of numismatics have more guidance concerning pricing, therefor a more stable market. Market collapse in toned coins would be something as simple as collector tastes changing, which happens pretty regularly. Look back in numismatic history and this is very clear.</p><p><br /></p><p>Regarding white coins &quot;always&quot; being on the bid/ask lists, I have seen many toned coins being exchanged this way. Some dealers hated it because you have to do more work to make sure the coin isn&#039;t damaged. I am just saying I have bought coins at ask and they were toned, back when there wasn&#039;t really a premium for them.</p><p><br /></p><p>Chris</p><p><br /></p><p>P.S. To reiterate, I love toned coins and own many. Any of my posts are posted not to hate on pretty coins, just pointing out some historical facts for new collectors to consider. I know that you dedicated toner collectors are aware of this, and simply think its different this time.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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