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UrbanDecay04
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To work for PCGS? How much does it pay?
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I would probably start with clarity ...
Admin Assistant?
Custodian?
Chief Financial Officer?
Grader?
Shipping clerk?
President?
See http://www.doubledimes.com for a free online reference for US twenty-cent pieces
I'm pretty certain that like every other company in the world PCGS does not discuss or publish what they pay their employees, not even the custodian staff.
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It would likely take a decade of solid experience over a wide array of items as a dealer to even get consideration. Then it would be going through their grading sets and seeing how you do in consistency and accuracy. That would get you into the conversation. It’s not an easy job and it takes a long time to build up the skills plus do it in the time required.
Working as an apprentice to a local dealer would be a good way to get started.
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Exactly what I was going mention!
You are young, but you need to network.
Make efforts to meet local dealers, attend local and regional shows, become a fixture at clubs. Consume all things coin related.
Start dealing as a vest pocket dealer.
In a decade you should have a shot if you haven't cheated others and have a sterling reputation.
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Become a dealer?
Learn to grade!
You’re young, so it’s not too late for anything.
According to this, you need to be really good at grading.
https://www.pcgs.com/job/grader
I’ve never been a grader, but I’ve heard stories that the job can get old pretty fast when it’s just coin after coin (maybe no time to really appreciate them and enjoy them when it’s your job to get on to the next one).
With that said, I’m sure there are plenty of graders who are thoroughly fulfilled and can’t imagine doing anything better with their day.if you love grading and are good at it, start practicing every chance you get and pursue it like any other passion.
As far as pay goes, I have no clue. I would imagine it’s decent money for a job.
$50/hour, plus all the hot dogs with mustard you can eat.
When people get angry about your ability to grade, then you’re ready
Pay me $50/day and I’ll follow you at a coin show to make you angry.
Start by changing your signature line! You WILL need to be an expert
No doubt about that. I can tell the difference between an ugly coin and a nice coin, plus or minus a few opinions.
It would be courteous to include the topic of your thread in the title of your threads so the reader can decide whether they want to read or contribute.
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This too..
Kinda comes with the territory, I would think.
I consider VPD a catch all term for a cherrypicker, flipper, generalist, crackout maven, and part time dealer.
He would need a fraction of the bankroll.
I have heard stories of VPD's filling want lists for other dealers, getting coins on loan (forgot the term) and peddling them at show. Including all of the above, when you can walk into a show and use OPM's coins to make honest money... you have acquired the skill sets needed.
Wasn't implying anything untoward. Integrity is one of the legs that will carry you in this business..
Just helping you build a dream.
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If you want to avoid that fate here, I would recommend you post less, and read more. After seeing your flurry of activity in the last month, the fact that you were banned multiple places comes as no surprise.
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