He's one of these people who think that the number and name on the slab is all that matters, and he can't be bothered to image the reverse. I won't buy a coin, regardless of who's holder it is in, unless I can see a good image of the reverse as well.
<< <i>He's one of these people who think that the number and name on the slab is all that matters, and he can't be bothered to image the reverse. I won't buy a coin, regardless of who's holder it is in, unless I can see a good image of the reverse as well. >>
What if there is an absolute return policy in play and knowing the reverse is not featured in his auction will bring down the price as there are others who feel as you do and will avoid bidding?
<< <i>Pat, returning coins is a hassle. I simply will not buy a coin online unless I can see both sides. >>
Yes, it is. But, if you are aware the Seller has a style of never showing the reverse in photos, and it isn't simply intentional on any particular coin, you're safer to bid and will probably pay less as others avoid the auction.
<< <i>I understand what you're saying Pat. However, I'm perfectly happy to pay a fair price and see exactly what I'm getting for my money. >>
Eric, whatever serves you well. I guess I'm still from the school where I am used to buying, out of Coin World or Numismatic News, for example, where NO photo is offered yet there is an excellent return policy.
I've yet to purchase a coin with only an obverse photo (graded by PCGS or NGC) and have such a disapointing reverse as to need to send it back. In fact, on an occasion, the reverse was stellar and had it been shown the price would have jumped on the lot won.
I would think that if someone was serious about buying those coins that he would not have a problem sending you pics of the reverse.
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I don't know Mr. Casper; never dealt with him; but--why is everybody "flaming" him? Did he ever hurt any of you? This thread looks like it's built by a bunch of Hyenas.
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<< <i>I understand what you're saying Pat. However, I'm perfectly happy to pay a fair price and see exactly what I'm getting for my money. >>
Eric, whatever serves you well. I guess I'm still from the school where I am used to buying, out of Coin World or Numismatic News, for example, where NO photo is offered yet there is an excellent return policy.
I've yet to purchase a coin with only an obverse photo (graded by PCGS or NGC) and have such a disapointing reverse as to need to send it back. In fact, on an occasion, the reverse was stellar and had it been shown the price would have jumped on the lot won. >>
Been there, done that and I got tired of returning coins. As you know I mainly do Morgans, and I need to see the reverse to determine how well (or softly) the coin is struck. There are many dates where the strike can be anything from a pancake to needle sharp, and if I am going to pay a premium, I want a well struck coin.
As far as buying coins out of the coin publications, I had stopped doing that in that 80s, I got tired of some of the junk I was getting. Up until a few years ago I would only buy at shows and shops.
That was funny about the clothing auction, Goob. I have a book here about how the rich get rich, and one of the things it says is that they never spend more than they have to and when they do, it's usually on things that go up in value, that way they can 'spend' money without 'losing' money. Makes sense.
As for the coins, he is one of the top Morgan collectors in the world, and the stuff he is listing is far from junk. He also has a no questions asked return policy, so you really can't lose. As long as they are in PCGS holders, I wouldn't need to see the reverse because they wouldn't get in those holders in the first place if the reverses were weak.
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<< <i>I wonder when Mike Casper is going to realize that "serious" Morgan collectors want to see both sides of the coin. >>
Yet, remarkably, he's able to find room on his file server for a picture of himself. That'll sell them coins in a hurry!
<< <i>He's one of these people who think that the number and name on the slab is all that matters, and he can't be bothered to image the reverse. I won't buy a coin, regardless of who's holder it is in, unless I can see a good image of the reverse as well. >>
What if there is an absolute return policy in play and knowing the reverse is not featured in his auction will bring down the price as there are others who feel as you do and will avoid bidding?
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<< <i>Pat, returning coins is a hassle. I simply will not buy a coin online unless I can see both sides. >>
Yes, it is. But, if you are aware the Seller has a style of never showing the reverse in photos, and it isn't simply intentional on any particular coin, you're safer to bid and will probably pay less as others avoid the auction.
peacockcoins
Now I understand how he can afford to sell the coins so cheap....look where he buys his outfits
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<< <i>such a bargain
Now I understand how he can afford to sell the coins so cheap....look where he buys his outfits
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LMAO, now that's funny.
Why step over the dollar to get to the cent? Because it's a 55DDO.
<< <i>I understand what you're saying Pat. However, I'm perfectly happy to pay a fair price and see exactly what I'm getting for my money. >>
Eric, whatever serves you well.
I guess I'm still from the school where I am used to buying, out of Coin World or Numismatic News, for example, where NO photo is offered yet there is an excellent return policy.
I've yet to purchase a coin with only an obverse photo (graded by PCGS or NGC) and have such a disapointing reverse as to need to send it back. In fact, on an occasion, the reverse was stellar and had it been shown the price would have jumped on the lot won.
peacockcoins
OK, that's funny!
<< <i>Just who is this Mike Casper??? I am not familiar with what role does this person play in the coin world. >>
I was thinking the same thing...
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<< <i>I understand what you're saying Pat. However, I'm perfectly happy to pay a fair price and see exactly what I'm getting for my money. >>
Eric, whatever serves you well.
I guess I'm still from the school where I am used to buying, out of Coin World or Numismatic News, for example, where NO photo is offered yet there is an excellent return policy.
I've yet to purchase a coin with only an obverse photo (graded by PCGS or NGC) and have such a disapointing reverse as to need to send it back. In fact, on an occasion, the reverse was stellar and had it been shown the price would have jumped on the lot won. >>
Been there, done that and I got tired of returning coins. As you know I mainly do Morgans, and I need to see the reverse to determine how well (or softly) the coin is struck. There are many dates where the strike can be anything from a pancake to needle sharp, and if I am going to pay a premium, I want a well struck coin.
As far as buying coins out of the coin publications, I had stopped doing that in that 80s, I got tired of some of the junk I was getting. Up until a few years ago I would only buy at shows and shops.
As for the coins, he is one of the top Morgan collectors in the world, and the stuff he is listing is far from junk. He also has a no questions asked return policy, so you really can't lose. As long as they are in PCGS holders, I wouldn't need to see the reverse because they wouldn't get in those holders in the first place if the reverses were weak.
<< <i>I wonder when Mike Casper is going to realize that "serious" Morgan collectors want to see both sides of the coin >>
Do you really think anyone is going to close a $100,000 deal without personally inspecting the coins?
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