David Lawrence Rare Coins is One of THEE Best Dealers.
lloydmincy
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They say people like to do business with people they like, and DLRC is one of them to me. Everyone at David Lawrence is extremely professional and cordial, and will go out of their way to treat you like you where a king or a queen. I have had a recent (and past) pleasant experience with them, and I will buy from them just because.
Two years ago they did something for me that helped me even though I had no justification for even ASKING for the "favor". I look back, and I have been basically a pain-in-the-you know what client of theirs, yet they have still decided to keep me as a client.
I even once wrote in this forum a negative comment about their operations and said something that WAS TOTALLY UNTRUE, made them look bad, and even called them a "scam".
I want to apologize to them, and I want them to know I value them, even though they should have "fired" me as a customer!
I see some negative postings about dealers on here all the time, and I am starting to believe that most of the time, it is NOT the dealer's fault. I am a financial planner, and out of every 50 clients, I will always get one of those "bad apples" that ruin my day. I have been like that to DLRC, but I owe them for all they have done for me, and had to put up with!
Please use this thread for only positive comments about DLRC or any other dealers.
Sincerely,
Lloyd
Two years ago they did something for me that helped me even though I had no justification for even ASKING for the "favor". I look back, and I have been basically a pain-in-the-you know what client of theirs, yet they have still decided to keep me as a client.
I even once wrote in this forum a negative comment about their operations and said something that WAS TOTALLY UNTRUE, made them look bad, and even called them a "scam".
I want to apologize to them, and I want them to know I value them, even though they should have "fired" me as a customer!
I see some negative postings about dealers on here all the time, and I am starting to believe that most of the time, it is NOT the dealer's fault. I am a financial planner, and out of every 50 clients, I will always get one of those "bad apples" that ruin my day. I have been like that to DLRC, but I owe them for all they have done for me, and had to put up with!
Please use this thread for only positive comments about DLRC or any other dealers.
Sincerely,
Lloyd
The Accumulator - Dark Lloyd of the Sith
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Stuart
Collect 18th & 19th Century US Type Coins, Silver Dollars, $20 Gold Double Eagles and World Crowns & Talers with High Eye Appeal
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Jeremy
The Ludlow Brilliant Collection (1938-64)
Happy Holidays and we look forward to growing more next year.
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John Feigenbaum
<< <i>I've have good experiences with all of the dealers that I've dealt with. Those include: DLRC, Steve Estes, Chuck D'Ambra, Pinnacle, Eagle Eye, Whitlow. >>
Eagle Eye is sending Christmas cards. I find that to be a great experience by itself.
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I've negotiated with them on each coin and they've responded favorably each time.
I'll continue to do business with them.
Good folks.
RR
My top three would include:
1. Doug Winter/Pinnacle: DW got me started in rare gold coin collecting. His raregoldcoins.com was the benchmark for an educational/retail coin website. I am sorry that he is not able to keep it up, but he continues to write excellent articles for the Pinnacle site. While everyone knows him as THE "branch mint gold man", he is actually an excellent and well-rounded numismatist. Joining Pinnacle has only enhanced both parties. I have had some peripheral dealings with Todd Imhoff (he sold me my most recent purchase, below), and he seems also to be a great guy.
2. Gold Rush Gallery/Al Adams: Al will probably finally get some recognition for putting together the Gold Rush Collection (including the Brashers and the capped head proof gold) being auctioned at FUN. He works out of Dahlonega, Georgia, ground-zero for southern gold enthusiasts. He is a very nice, honest, ethical gentleman. What people might not like about Gold Rush Gallery is that they have a very small internet footprint. Frankly, that's what I like best about them. They sell coins the old-fashioned way and have a knack for quickly becoming friends of their clients.
3. Legend: Laura and Legend get a lot of print on our forum, some of it not very flattering. While some might not like her style, if you are spending serious cash on coins, she is the kind of person you want on your side. Hard-working, knowledgeable, and professional. Does she get a little cranky when stressed out at work? Sure, but so do I, and I am not ashamed to admit it. Steve/EVP, a budding professional numismatist, is an unqualified expert on seated coins and has a more vast numismatic knowlege than he probably realizes.
Honorable mention:
Mark Feld: I have purchased one coin from Mark since he went independent. If he sold the coins that interested me, I would flock to him. Great guy!
DLRC: I have purchased one coin, and it went smoothly.
Broken CC: Solid guys who do carry the coins that I like, but I wish the online pictures were a little better. It would get me more interetsed in their coins. I have bought and sold coins with Broken CC and never had a problem.
I have had single purchases from Dukie101, CoinLieutenant, Russ, CollectorCoins, and perhaps a few other forum members--sorry if I forgot. I have also had single coin purchases from Bob Green/Park Ave, New World Rarities, MGSI, and perhaps a few others.
Overall, I have never had what I would consider to be a bad transaction. All sellers I have worked with have treated me professionally and have stood by their product. I have had occasion to return coins a few times and no one ever hassled me. No complaints about dealers here.
<< <i>Chuck D'Ambra >>
One of the best !!
You've been selling coins???!!!! Making money??? I need to find out if my welfare checks I've been sending you take your additional income into consideration!
<< <i>Making money??? >>
No, I lose money on them. Otherwise, my benefits would be reduced.
Russ, NCNE
I like DLRC. As I've already said, IMHO, no one selling today has a better functioning website. I don't see a negative in our ability to cruise the DLRC coin/currency lists, see something you like, click a link, make a secure payment, have the coin arrive promptly, experience a 100% hassle free return if you find you don't like it. I only wish other dealers offered the same ease of use (noting David Hall RC has recently made several moves in this direction). Part of why DLRC works so well, for me, is the quality of their online pics. As a general guide, DLRC pics will usually tell the coin story fairly well, even if they don't have time to make each pic into a statement of art, as in the realm of poorguy, Anaconda, others.
Mary Lee, at DLRC, is a good contact if you have any problem with your order. The DLRC tech guy, Doug Hill, is responsive to correcting any online glitches you might report. Win and John have both been helpful to my account, even though we've communicated only be e mail. I have the feeling DLRC really is a family business made good, continuing in the spirit of David Lawrence. I like them a lot, as if you can't tell!
KJ ---> always appreciates seeing John F (DLRC) post to this forum
I'm a little miffed today. Sent a coin in for evaluation on December 18th, didn't get an offer until today...so the coin sat there for a week...and the offer was less than 1/3 of greysheet bid. Yes, it's an ANACS coin, but the offer was still really low!
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Once again we find ourselves at the receving end of half the facts. Mr. Lee sent us a coin over the holiday weeks. It's an 1886-O Morgan in an ANACS MS63 holder that says "Reverse planchet defect." I personally grade the coin MS61+ and this date is bid about $600 in MS60 and $3000 in MS63. MS62's are bid around $1250. We offered to buy the coin for $1000 or try it on consignment as high as $1500. I don't understand why anyone would be miffed by this, but presenting partial facts in a public forum to hurt our repuation is not the place to air this sort of thing.
We take great pride in our business ethics here at DLRC and our margins are quite low becuase we turn over a great deal of coins.
Thank you all again who support us, and I am always available by email if you have anything to discuss.
Happy New Year,
John
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Have always been treated fairly and respectfully. When I choose to wholesale coins they have been the first I call and will remain so.
Thanks for setting the standard High!
Regards, Chris Clauson. Bow Tie Coins
It's better than the NGC 62 on your site for $1750.
Ok, you want a public brawl, you've got it. Post the photos!
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Berating a dealer because they won't offer full bid for a non PCGS/NGC coin - and one with a problem at that? Silly.
None here either. You are great to buy from.
TDN: Stick a sock in it. Where did I ever say I wanted full bid moron?
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I specifically said no negative threads, and this Wolf guy shows up. Sell your faulty Morgan somewhere else then. Judging by what the coin is and its holder, DLRC would have paid you way too much for it.
And you decide to rip on Bruce too. He would use your coin as a rock-skipper to the ocean.
We'll use our hands and hearts and if we must we'll use our heads.
Was this supposed to be funny?
And you decide to rip on Bruce too.
Who ?
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Stupid is as stupid does.
David Lawrence had the coin in hand to evaluate, so "sight seen" applied here. I already posted that. A mint error is just that - a mint error, not a problem. Not hidden, documented on the slab. A turn off to some, a turn on to others.
Ok, I'll ask again. Nicely. Point out where I asked for "FULL BID" as you claim. Thanks in advance.
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<< <i>He would use your coin as a rock-skipper to the ocean. >>
He would spend my coins!!
You have had good luck with DLRC, yet you state "I even once wrote in this forum a negative comment about their operations and said something that WAS TOTALLY UNTRUE, made them look bad, and even called them a "scam".
I have to ask....why would you do that ???
Dave