Goldberg Auctions

JCMhouston · May 11, 2014 3:40AM

Now normally I don't like to discuss upcoming sales I am going to bid in, but I'll make an exception this time. The photography in the Roman Denarii catalog is something to be seen, absolutely incredible.

NiceCurrency · May 11, 2014 4:56AM

indeed

I wonder if SmEagle1795 images for them

SmEagle1795 · May 11, 2014 5:24AM

<< indeed

I wonder if SmEagle1795 images for them

>>

I don't (I believe their photographer posts here from time to time). They do indeed take some wonderful images, and are the most truthful of auction houses from what I've seen.

desslok · May 11, 2014 6:15PM

I was blown away yesterday when I got their printed catalog delivered to my house via FedEx - and I live in Israel, so this is not something to be underestimated. I only ever bid (and won) a single lot on a Goldberg auction, in their previous numismatic sale.

The catalog is absolutely amazing. Two huge books, with fantastic content, and stunning images.

Now I feel compelled to find something to bid on, if only to return the favor...

Photoguy · May 22, 2014 1:51AM

Thanks everyone glad you liked it!
Lyle

SYRACUSIAN · May 22, 2014 3:06AM

<< I was blown away yesterday when I got their printed catalog delivered to my house via FedEx - and I live in Israel, so this is not something to be underestimated. I only ever bid (and won) a single lot on a Goldberg auction, in their previous numismatic sale.

The catalog is absolutely amazing. Two huge books, with fantastic content, and stunning images.

Now I feel compelled to find something to bid on, if only to return the favor... >>

And that's exactly why you've received it my friend. I too received their cats for two-three times after a successful bid, but without bids no catalogues. I've now made a specific minimal selection of auction houses that I bid, not necessarily to win, but to get the printed copies, Sincona first, after Numismatica Genevensis of course.

Speaking of catalogues, has anybody here ,other than myself, ordered the Lissner catalogue of the upcoming auction in late July, early August? It's been conducted by three auction companies, (CNG, St James and one more), and their catalogue is at $100, but it's worth it if you like to honor your numismatic library.

PCGSPhoto · May 23, 2014 12:55AM

Gorgeous catalogue, with wonderful photos. I was flipping through it in our library, and online.
I have always wanted a Marcus Aurelius coin...

worldcoinguy · May 23, 2014 1:22AM

<< Thanks everyone glad you liked it!
Lyle >>

Nice work Lyle! The recognition is deserved.

Zohar · May 23, 2014 2:30AM

Yep catalog is in the library! Great work indeed.

Its really nice to see coin imaging elevate to this level, allowing us all to share the beauty of the coins. The hobby has come a long way from the mail in lists, b/w images etc.. I guess this is a result of the rapid change witnessed in the business model of selling/purchasing coins "blindly" in the virtual global coin/auction marketplace. With the exception of coin shows, the local coin shop concept has been replaced/supplemented with an online presence, imaging taking a lead role in replacing the physical review.

Online shops as CRO, Northeast Coin, Atlas, and others have emphasized imaging as part of the website presentation.

Our forum friend, brg5658, has elevated the collector/amateur driven imaging to the highest professional standards. This is night and day compared with what I can do or what the folks that sold me these coins presented upon purchase LINK

Zohar · May 23, 2014 11:01PM

BTW bidding on their site has always been a challenge. Does anyone have a direct link to place bids without having to go through so many screens?

Zohar · June 3, 2014 3:05AM

Is the damn live auction website working. I get nothing.

SmEagle1795 · June 3, 2014 3:16AM

<< Is the damn live auction website working. I get nothing. >>

You aren't alone.

JCMhouston · June 3, 2014 3:22AM

Nope, won't let me log in at all, gets to the live auction login screen and then won't do anything. Guess I'm screwed today, or at least their consignors are.

SmEagle1795 · June 3, 2014 3:24AM

<< Nope, won't let me log in at all, gets to the live auction login screen and then won't do anything. Guess I'm screwed today, or at least their consignors are. >>

I managed to log in by clicking the "Catalog" tab, then logging in, then switching to the "Live Sale" tab, although there are still no lots loaded/available to be bid on.

Zohar · June 3, 2014 3:27AM

I also got in yet blank screen. Called them and they haven't started. I was scolded to be patient by the operator. Maybe they should state "estimated start time"

JCMhouston · June 3, 2014 3:35AM

Well at least now I got logged in (thanks SmEagle) , maybe soon some lots will load.

SmEagle1795 · June 3, 2014 3:36AM

<< I also got in yet blank screen. Called them and they haven't started. I was scolded to be patient by the operator. Maybe they should state "estimated start time" >>

The word from the auction floor is that they're having some website problems and wider issues with processing bids that came in at the last minute. There are a number of bidders in the room but it hasn't started yet.

JCMhouston · June 3, 2014 4:02AM

The upside, the Rhodes Hemidrachm that I got in the Pegasi Auction arrived, it is really superb. It's just a tiny little coin of course but really looks even better in hand than the images showed. So while we wait I'm looking at it.

JCMhouston · June 3, 2014 4:06AM

It's loaded

SmEagle1795 · June 3, 2014 4:06AM

Word from the floor: it's apparently getting ready to go now. Lots of agitated floor bidders because they have early evening flights, but it should be starting shortly.

Zohar · June 3, 2014 4:52AM

lunch break now.... ??!

SmEagle1795 · June 3, 2014 4:54AM

<< lunch break now.... ??! >>

It apparently went down again so they decided on just having lunch.

JCMhouston · June 3, 2014 5:09AM

The great news is I think I won the one lot I really wanted, Odysseus and his dog. Of course I won't really know for a couple of days when they post results and invoices.

Zohar · June 3, 2014 5:11AM

This glitch may be good for buyers as i bet a few folks gave up. This would never happen with Heritage/Stacks.

SmEagle1795 · June 3, 2014 5:20AM

It's back up now, on a different server.

SmEagle1795 · June 3, 2014 5:20AM

<< The great news is I think I won the one lot I really wanted, Odysseus and his dog. Of course I won't really know for a couple of days when they post results and invoices.

>>

Fantastic! Hope you got it!

SmEagle1795 · June 3, 2014 7:32AM

I went 0/11 (still more to go but that's the end of my bids). Some very strong prices in this sale, but indicative of the quality of the coins.

JCMhouston · June 3, 2014 7:34AM

Yes, I thought some of the prices were running away for a bit there, I think I was 1/3 so far, have a couple more to bid on in a later session so hope remains.

Zohar · June 3, 2014 10:27AM

Didn't win, yet did purchase a couple of very nice pieces which I will share soon.

SmEagle1795 · June 3, 2014 10:55AM

Revision to my previous post: I'm not longer leaving home empty handed - just picked up a coin for $12K less than its previous sale

PCGSPhoto · June 3, 2014 11:31AM

I went 0/2 on the Denarii collection. Both examples I bid on went for a lot more than expected. I really wanted a Marcus Aurelius coin, and either base a collection on him in various denominations and family (Faustina, Commodus), or do one of "The Five Good Emperors" - the more likely route since I've also always wanted a Hadrian coin and I like to keep my sets small because my interests shift so much. But I WAS the high bidder on this Sestertius. Goldberg Link. I thought the portrait was quite striking.

Just dipping my toes in these ancient waters.

This was actually my very first time bidding (and winning) with an auction house.

JCMhouston · June 3, 2014 11:36AM

Very nice pickup on the sestertius.

SmEagle1795 · June 3, 2014 11:42AM

<< I went 0/2 on the Denarii collection. Both examples I bid on went for a lot more than expected. I really wanted a Marcus Aurelius coin, and either base a collection on him in various denominations and family (Faustina, Commodus), or do one of "The Five Good Emperors" - the more likely route since I've also always wanted a Hadrian coin and I like to keep my sets small because my interests shift so much. But I DID just win this Sestertius. Goldberg Link. I thought the portrait was quite striking.

Just dipping my toes in these ancient waters.

This was actually my very first time bidding (and winning) with an auction house. >>

Nice sestertius! I'm also building a Five Good Emperor set and if you're looking for more info on them, here are a couple posts from me:

Antoninus Pius
Nerva

If you're feeling ambitious, you may want to also include Aelius as well - his coins are often very attractive and well designed.

I suggest getting a coin from Hadrian's travel series - they are very attractive types with great portrait styles. Mine is not from the travel series but I intend to upgrade at some point (he minted them in denarii and aurei, in case you aren't looking to shell out for the gold examples):

PCGSPhoto · June 3, 2014 12:30PM

Thanks, everyone. I've even following your posts, SmEagle. Your coins are exquisite and write ups very informative. I'm not sure if I'll continue on with ancients, but learning about the history and having a part of it is very fulfilling.

Zohar · June 4, 2014 3:27AM

World session has started. I have noticed a strange dynamic where a pre-auction bidding "high bid" suddenly drops to a lower level once the auction begins. Did anyone notice that?

SmEagle1795 · June 4, 2014 9:09AM

<< Thanks, everyone. I've even following your posts, SmEagle. Your coins are exquisite and write ups very informative. I'm not sure if I'll continue on with ancients, but learning about the history and having a part of it is very fulfilling. >>

Thanks! I appreciate the kind words!

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