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sumner1984 · November 14, 2003 5:06PM

Is this is complete rip off or what? 1950-1957 proof sets $2,999.95 !!!

hoardmonster · November 14, 2003 5:24PM

I like to watch the coin vault when I need a good laugh.

dollardude · November 14, 2003 5:37PM

Yeah, all of the shopping channels are ripoffs on coins -- HSN, ShopNBC, ShopAtHome Network, and QVC. 3 "O" mint Morgan dollars in BU condition for $119.97 PLUS $6.49 S&H. What a ripoff!

BTW, check out the telescope on QVC right now. This is actually a pretty good deal (but I already have a different one).

jonesy · November 14, 2003 7:34PM

Best numismatic comedy on the tube!!

Gemini · November 15, 2003 12:34AM

I like those rare gold plated state quarters for investment...you can't get them anywhere else...not even from the Mint.

MacCoin · November 15, 2003 1:34AM

I think this home shopping thing is a blessing. my P/D BU state set is 2x face.

wingedliberty · November 15, 2003 1:35AM

They are all agents of satan. They also flat out lie!. They invent numismatic history and the ANA does not have the authority to challenge them. I wish something could be done to stop these scum.
There are those who say that they introduce many to the hobby, but its the same failed argument that is used vis a vis. Littleton and others. At what cost?
Add them to the Numismatic Axis of Evil, along with ACG,NTC, and Littleton.

stampsncoins · November 17, 2003 4:31AM

Yeah,
Me too, I sit and watch and laugh. Wonder how many suckers have fallen for their bull and put down money on their over priced coins. I admittedly am pretty new to coin collecting but even I could tell it was too much. Wonder what kind of people buy from them? If you've ever watched any of their other programs you'll notice they give the same high pressure sell on computers or cookware or even jewelry.
Too comical! The phone is ringing off the hook and everythings almost gone!!

RiffRaff1967 · November 17, 2003 4:47AM

I watch too when I get the chance - it's like a magnet - you just have to see what they are going to offer next!

"wait a minute...this can't be right.....oh well, our mistake could be your opportunity" When they say this, you know you are getting ripped off!

coachleonard · November 17, 2003 5:04AM

Wouldn't it be wild to see them hawk, say, five genuine 1793 chain cents? I can't even imagine what they'd
charge for them.

XpipedreamR · November 17, 2003 5:25AM

<< complete rip off >>

<< I like to watch the coin vault when I need a good laugh >>

<< numismatic comedy >>

<< agents of satan >>

What are you guys saying??? I get most of my coins from QVC!
I switched over to them after I started to feel like Littleton was ripping me off.

NJCollector · November 17, 2003 6:01AM

Comedy or old fashioned Tearjerker?

INXS · November 17, 2003 10:56AM

I bought from CV when I first started collecting. The problem is if you dont have someone to ask or you dont know about CV you think its legit. I sit back now and laugh at the speal but thats how I got started. I didnt know any better.

Deadhorse · November 17, 2003 11:24AM

I have a confession to make. Years ago I actually bought a batch of 50's proof sets from the Coin Vault, 25+ or so as I remember. At that time they were actually selling them at a price between bid and ask.

I do believe they really were unopened as advertised as I pulled some nice cameos.

However, it's plain to see that back when they were getting started they didn't know just how much they could rip the public for. I'm sure they would want almost twice ask for the same sets today.

wallstreetman · November 17, 2003 11:28AM

How about 10- 2003 Silver Eagles for $190.95! I wish I could sell mine for that!

kranky · November 17, 2003 12:12PM

<< Wouldn't it be wild to see them hawk, say, five genuine 1793 chain cents? I can't even imagine what they'd
charge for them. >>

That's never going to happen. They are only interested in material that is available in huge quantities so it's worth their time to put it on the air. By definition, that stuff is not rare. I can't figure out why even the newbie buyers don't realize it because the shows keep peddling the same items over and over.

indianabyron · November 17, 2003 2:49PM

All that needs to be said is Mike sleezack.. Nothing more nothing less.

Byron

Oh ya and anybody that shows his teeth that much is hiding behind his dental work.

BillJones · November 17, 2003 9:48PM

Given the high prices for cameo Proof coins, it's possible that those sets could be worth that or even a lot more. HOWEVER what these Bozos are selling is probably the usual dipped out sets that contain mostly PR-63 and 64 coins.

Yes, the listening to these programs can be a laugh riot for an experienced collector. But sadly there are enough people out there who believe their line of bull, and keep these guys in business.

DrWho · November 17, 2003 10:11PM

That's Entertainment!

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