I don't know much about Anthony Terranova?

Realone · January 21, 2014 12:17PM

Would he be considered a top notch and well respected numismatist and what area of numismatics he specialize in?

EVillageProwler · January 21, 2014 12:18PM

Tony is a widely regarded copper specialist. He's also a very nice guy.

Unknown · January 21, 2014 12:20PM

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MidLifeCrisis · January 21, 2014 12:22PM

Yes...colonials

EastonCollection · January 21, 2014 12:23PM

Never acquired a coin from him but Tony is a super nice guy and extremely knowledgeable! Very honest and an expert on colonials. Very smart on others as well.
Highly recommended.

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CoinRaritiesOnline · January 21, 2014 12:28PM

<< thanks again, might he also be very knowledgeable on U.S. silver counterstamped coins? >>

He had a vast personal collection which was sold by Stack's in recent years, so I would say yes.

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MrEureka · January 21, 2014 1:51PM

Would you say his pedigree in that collection could be significant?

You mean like significant enough to affect the value of the coin?

cardinal · January 21, 2014 1:54PM

<< Would he be considered a top notch and well respected numismatist and what area of numismatics he specialize in? >>

Yes, very well respected, and deservedly so!

This was my first purchase from him, years ago --

And here is a very recent purchase --

(Edited to correct provenance, courtesy of CoinRaritiesOnline. Thanks CRO!)

lostincoins · January 21, 2014 1:54PM

Here is the question translated:Would a U.S. silver counterstamped coin previously owned by said person carry a premium because of the perceived pedigree?

EVillageProwler · January 21, 2014 1:58PM

I think it is pretty cheeky for Realone to ask if a provenance chain noting Tony is worth respect AFTER several board members already responded respectfully and positively about Tony.

Sheesh!

EVP

coindeuce · January 21, 2014 2:03PM

<< thanks again, might he also be very knowledgeable on U.S. silver counterstamped coins? >>

Yes Al, the man has forgotten more than many of us will ever hope to know. Just sayin'.

If you don't believe me...

MrEureka · January 21, 2014 2:04PM

I think it is pretty cheeky for Realone to ask if a provenance chain noting Tony is worth respect AFTER several board members already responded respectfully and positively about Tony.

In all fairness to Realone, I don't think it's possible to read his question and know what he actually means.

Coinosaurus · January 21, 2014 2:07PM

Let's at least answer the question.

Much as I admire TonyT, I do not think the provenance would be worth more than 10-20% premium on a counterstamped coin.

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coindeuce · January 21, 2014 2:24PM

Don't worry (What me?), be Happy. You came out way ahead on that deal. I still have dreams about the Choice Red Proof 1857 Small Date Cent that I didn't buy from Tony when I was wet behind the ears.

MrEureka · January 21, 2014 2:28PM

<< Here is the question translated:Would a U.S. silver counterstamped coin previously owned by said person carry a premium because of the perceived pedigree? >>

almost just take out the word "premium" and substitute the word "respect" and you have it.

I respect Tony. I respect his opinions, his knowledge and his taste.

That said, if a coin does not stand on its own merits, no provenance is going to get me to respect it one bit more.

On the other hand, if a provenance adds something positive to the coin's history, I'll pay a premium for the provenance.

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lostincoins · January 21, 2014 2:40PM

So post some pics of the coin and the note because I want to see it, do it now!!!!

CaptHenway · January 21, 2014 2:42PM

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<< thanks again, might he also be very knowledgeable on U.S. silver counterstamped coins? >>

He had a vast personal collection which was sold by Stack's in recent years, so I would say yes. >>

Would you say his pedigree in that collection could be significant? >>

Like chicken soup, it couldn't hurt!

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WTCG · January 21, 2014 3:21PM

He's fine to deal with.

Dentuck · January 21, 2014 8:46PM

Anthony Terranova is a longtime contributor to the Red Book, and
highly respected for his expertise. I like Capt. Henway's observation:
his previous ownership certainly can't hurt a coin!

Broadstruck · January 21, 2014 11:18PM

Really wish you'd ask direct questions instead of beating around bushes!

numisma · January 22, 2014 1:42AM

From my personal experience, I can tell you that Tony is one of the top experts in the realm of early U.S. counterstamped coinage. A genuinely nice guy and fair in his dealings.

ColonelJessup · January 22, 2014 1:56AM

Tony just called and said he will pay me $100 to not give out his cell # "indiscriminately". .

And that's a true story even if it didn't really happen. .

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ColonelJessup · January 22, 2014 3:07AM

Feel free to call him any time you'd like. His business # is public. Try not to tie up the line. .

Mary Ann would kill me if I gave out his home #. BTW, she taught Tony most of what he knows about Colonials. .

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rays · January 22, 2014 4:50AM

I've known Tony for 20 years. He has handled many of the most beautiful, rare and expensive coins in the entire US series.

ColonelJessup · January 22, 2014 4:55AM

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<< Feel free to call him any time you'd like. His business # is public. Try not to tie up the line. .

Mary Ann would kill me if I gave out his home #. BTW, she taught Tony most of what he knows about Colonials. .

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Thank you Col. BTW is there anyone or anything that you don't know, if so if you could be so kind and just list those few items below it shouldn't take you very long at all, in fact I wouldn't be too surprised if you responded but didn't list anything.

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1) After 35 years I know everyone, and many of them return my calls.
2) Things I don't know? Like a great American

once said "There are known knowns, and known unknowns, but it's those unknown unknowns that'll bite you in the ass. If, by any stretch of the imagination, this appears to resemble humility... Bazinga

You've sussed me out. Surely an astute observer of the human condition. Kudos

But we have to stop meeting like this...... Better we use PMs.

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BillJones · January 22, 2014 5:19AM

I have known Tony Terranova for many years, and he is lot more than just an early copper specialist. His expertise extends from just about anything from Massachusetts silver to 19th century U.S. medals and coins. He deals in high quality, high serious collector interest material. His collecting pursuits were covered in an issue of The Numismatist a year or so ago.

I especially appreciate the fact that Tony showed me great respect when I was younger collector with not that much money. He spoke highly of my expertise to others, and I have been most grateful for that. Many of the other major dealer figures in the hobby tend to look down up those who don't or can't spend a lot of money.

Tony is darn funny guy once you get to know him. He's no nonsense person who will tell exactly what he thinks, even if it is sometime "the bitter truth."

bidask · January 22, 2014 7:00AM

At the recent FUN show he told me the coin business had been slow the last year....

telephoto1 · January 22, 2014 7:18AM

I loved that higher end Sheldon-1 Tony owned for a while. It ended up selling through Bowers some time back and I lost track of it after that. Anyone remember which one I'm talking about? I believe Julian owned it at one time. It was mint state but forget the grade now. IT was so nice that B/M made limited edition posters of it.

tradedollarnut · January 22, 2014 8:42AM

It's easy to know a lot about Colonials if you were around when they were in circulation like Tony was...

Nic · January 22, 2014 9:36AM

TonyT = "Class Act"

That was mean TDN. And Tony did not stop dancing because of his hip. The earths crust cooled.

K

lowcountrycoinut · January 22, 2014 10:24AM

I collect colonials by type. I have been fortunate enough to acquire 3-4 pieces from Tony. He deserves an A+ as a dealer and as a person. I once told him I wanted to buy a nice Lincoln medal. He said he had some at home. He brought them to the next coin show I was attending and, of course, they were all outstanding.

Lakesammman · January 22, 2014 11:21AM

I love Toni's pricing code.

If it's $15,500, the code is $15,511.

MrEureka · January 22, 2014 2:06PM

If it's $15,500, the code is $15,511.

Very interesting! He's always made me pay the extra $11.

ColonelJessup · January 23, 2014 12:26AM

He told me that it was his cost ! .

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SethChandler · January 23, 2014 2:56AM

Yes, he is a great guy. I remember meeting him at a show in 1986-1988, either ANA or FUN. I was 14 or 15. He had great looking rare coins. I will always get a kick out of the red copper coins sitting on top of the kraft envelopes. So cool.

He also had a gemmy 1796 Dime PCGS 64, asking was about 15k, I think. I pointed out that his 1875 Half Eagle in PCGS AU50 was my fav coin in the case. He said that was his favorite too.

CoinRaritiesOnline · January 23, 2014 5:19AM

<< I love Toni's pricing code.

If it's $15,500, the code is $15,511.

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No. The code would be #15,511.

I don't know much about Anthony Terranova?

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