Is it appropriate to ask a fellow collector, of the friendly persuasion, what they paid for a coin i

pharmer · November 20, 2006 7:42AM

you may want to but it in the future? Is this crossing the line, or taking advantage of a friendship, for the possibility of adding a special piece at a special price?

BillJones · November 20, 2006 7:48AM

I'd say that asking a fellow collector what they paid for a coin is fairly rude. At any rate what they paid should have no affect on what you should pay. That is determined by the market.

coinguy1 · November 20, 2006 7:49AM

If my motivation was to buy (not "but") the coin, either I wouldn't ask, or I'd ask, but disclose my reason for doing so.

RYK · November 20, 2006 7:50AM

In confidence, I would without hesitation tell a friend how much a paid for a coin. I would not tell a stranger.

ROBERTB · November 20, 2006 7:54AM

I think it's all how it's asked. I see nothing wrong with a politley asked, "would you mind if I asked what about you paid for it."

pharmer · November 20, 2006 8:39AM

OK. Hey stman, what'd you pay for that beautiful 55 quarter with the deep rainbow toning?

mcheath · November 20, 2006 8:42AM

i think everyone would agree that it is best done in private and with a little tact as well.

DickyBetz · November 20, 2006 9:19AM

I think for educational purposes it is okay. For example, if you are trying to learn more about a series and the pricing structures, then its okay as long as you keep that information private.

19Lyds · November 20, 2006 9:21AM

I think its ok because the current owner will have his/her asking price. If you think its too high then move on.

But what does this have to do with "butting" it?

LeeG · November 20, 2006 9:35AM

I'm in agreement with RYK on this one.

ColonialCoinUnion · November 20, 2006 9:40AM

Would you ask him how much he paid for his new TV? His recent vacation? His new Buick with the crushed velour seats, AM/FM radio and rear window defogger?

stman · November 20, 2006 9:42AM

<< <i>OK. Hey stman, what'd you pay for that beautiful 55 quarter with the deep rainbow toning? >>

This one? You want a story, or the truth?

artimus · November 20, 2006 9:46AM

i think it is perfectly o.k. to ask.....and perfectly o.k. for the person to decline to answer........

pharmer · November 20, 2006 9:50AM

Thanks, just wanted to see it again. I'm going to spring for it someday, I swear. Nope, don't want to know, this series of threads was a spoof. But I've coveted your 55 for some time, and it just came to mind. But, if you have a story, do tell.

stman · November 20, 2006 9:55AM

As you know 1955 is a tough year to find with any kind of attractive toning. I was attempting to put together the nicest set possible to find. I stepped up for this one, or I wouldn't have owned it. I have offered it for sale for a bit less than I paid for it with folks trying to talk me down.
Not for sale at this time. I go back and forth on it.

No story, just fact. Thanks for the good words. Oh, you like it? Price just went up!

Myqqy · November 20, 2006 10:00AM

I like that 55 quarter a lot. And I think that it's no big deal if a friend asks another friend about the price of a coin. I think this culture is a little too uptight about money, and places too much importance on it...

jbsteven · November 20, 2006 10:32AM

that 55 has similar colors like my merc has.......

pharmer · November 20, 2006 11:17AM

Hi Mr. Steven. Love your hair. How much did you pay for that coin? (Trying to be a bit more subtle as McBeth suggests, a little pre-business banter)

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