Laura Kessler and PCGS Currency

JSsson · July 10, 2007 7:20AM

While I was browsing around the PCGS homepage, I noticed an article on a personnel addition to PCGS currency here. It seems that only important or really famous additions to PCGS or PCGS currency would merit a whole separate press release.

I do not know Miss Kessler, but it looks like she's a rather intelligent and attractive young woman who is an important addition to PCGS Currency. Personally I think it's great to see young people, much less a young female to be involved in the numismatics business. Does anybody know Laura Kessler, and what's her history in the currency business?

ziggy29 · July 10, 2007 7:24AM

<< While I was browsing around the PCGS homepage, I noticed an article on a personnel addition to PCGS currency here. It seems that only important or really famous additions to PCGS or PCGS currency would merit a whole separate press release.

I do not know Miss Kessler, but it looks like she's a rather intelligent and attractive young woman who is an important addition to PCGS Currency. Personally I think it's great to see young people, much less a young female to be involved in the numismatics business. Does anybody know Laura Kessler, and what's her history in the currency business? >>

She's "BooBooBillQueen" on the Currency forums here. She was pretty active there as a collector/dealer before getting this gig with PCGS.

BooBooBillQueen · July 10, 2007 10:23AM

Hi there and thank you for the compliment.

I haven't written my official bio yet, but I can take a second and introduce myself. I have been a collector of coins and paper money for approx. the past 20 years. I bought my first piece of currency at a flea market when I was about 10 or 11 years old. It was a 25 cent fractional that I referred to as my "paper quarter" (which I still own). I tried to imagine the history behind each note and simply fell in love with the paper. As my buying became more frequent, it became necessary to sell other pieces. My friends joked that I needed intervention, and before I knew it I had become a full time active dealer. Later in my collecting years I developed a real passion for small size currency, serial number 44 notes and error notes, which I continue to collect. As far as coins I have a soft spot for Indian Head Pennies, but I chose not to deal in coins because they were simply too heavy for me to transport to shows.

I am looking forward to introducing new ideas and helping promote and insure the growth of the hobby through PCGS Currency. If anyone has any questions, concerns or just wants to drop a line to introduce yourself or say hello, my email address is published and I look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks again,

~Laura

StampAlarm · July 10, 2007 12:09PM

Hi Laura

AUandAG · July 10, 2007 12:19PM

Nice to meet you. "in your later years"? You're just a young wippersnapper! Got a fun start to the hobby
and I hope we hear from you occassionally.
Good Luck with the Best!

bob

JSsson · July 10, 2007 12:26PM

Hi Laura. It's nice to meet you and we all wish you all the best at PCGS Currency. It's certainly great to see some of the younger people get deeply involved in the hobby.

StopMotion · July 10, 2007 1:21PM

I just met her at the Memphis show this last weekend for the 1st time. Wasn't able to stay at the show long, so I didn't get a chance chat with her in depth, but hopefully in the near future!

Hey Laura!

Harrison

percyb · July 10, 2007 2:40PM

Laura K is an important voice in the currency forum pool where I dip my toe once in a while...did I mix metaphors?? Cheers!

oldcameoproofsguy · July 10, 2007 2:58PM

So currency is where all the hot girls are. That's it, I'm quitting coins for currency.

BooBooBillQueen · July 10, 2007 4:44PM

Hi, Jerry, Harrison and all.

Yeah, currency is where all the hot chicks are! Have you not seen the babe on the $5 educational??

StampAlarm · July 10, 2007 4:49PM

Yes, and I know which reference and page to turn to to see one!

Jerry

oldcameoproofsguy · July 10, 2007 5:00PM

<< Yeah, currency is where all the hot chicks are! Have you not seen the babe on the $5 educational?? >>

No I haven't... At the risk of sounding like a desperate coin geek, is there a link?

BooBooBillQueen · July 10, 2007 5:19PM

1896 $5 Silver Certificate is often referred to as an "Educational" due to the alligorical symbolism of the design displayed on the face. There was also a $1 and $2 issued in the same series all with similiar themes.

The counterpart in coins could be considered the Type I Standing Liberty Quarter as there was a public outcry over their designs. The $5 Education pictured below was actually banned in Boston.

edited to add: You can read all about them and ask any other paper questions on the currency forum.

SanMiguel98 · July 10, 2007 8:16PM

i collect paper for the chicks.

TCoins · July 10, 2007 8:38PM

Great! Just my luck! All the hot chicks are into currency and all I've got is this stupid box of coins.

Writersblock · July 11, 2007 2:18AM

<< Have you not seen the babe on the $5 educational?? >>

Yes I have, but at 111 she a little old for me.

ziggy29 · July 11, 2007 2:24AM

<< Yes I have, but at 111 she a little old for me.

>>

She doesn't LOOK a day over 50!

NumisOxide · July 11, 2007 3:03AM

Hi Laura.

BTW Dudes, you don't have to quit coins for currency. You can collect both!

Here's a bigger pic for you older guys who can't see too well.

slucas · July 11, 2007 3:09AM

<< Hi Laura.

BTW Dudes, you don't have to quit coins for currency. You can collect both!

Here's a bigger pic for you older guys who can't see to well.

>>

WOW! That is a beautiful bill. A true piece of art. That it almost is enough to get me into currency, much less the apparently "hot" Laura.

CIVITAS · July 11, 2007 3:10AM

She was one of the most straightforward and trustworthy dealers in the business. We were sorry to see her leave the dealer playing field, but we're glad she's moving up in the world (and getting out of East Peoria

).

ilikebuffaloes · July 11, 2007 3:27AM

Hi Laura and congrats on job with PCGS currency.

My current currency collection is very limited (I have a framed sheet of $1 notes froma few years agoand some $2 bills) I started learning about currency collecting after seeing the replica $5 in the 2001 Buffalo Coin & Currency set. I really like the designs of the notes from the late 1800s and hope to add some to my collection some day. Nothing like starting out with the "cheap" ones!

ziggy29 · July 11, 2007 3:39AM

<< She was one of the most straightforward and trustworthy dealers in the business. We were sorry to see her leave the dealer playing field, but we're glad she's moving up in the world (and getting out of East Peoria

). >>

Was she required to leave the dealing business, and if so, why? There's still a "David Hall Rare Coins," isn't there?

WTCG · July 11, 2007 3:49AM

I know Ms. Kessler, abeit definitely not as intimately as the full time currency dealers do. From what I know of her she is a friendly, knowledgeable and professional player in the currency segment of the business. I'm fairly certain that she'll be a great addition to Jason Bradford's team at PCGS Currency.

BooBooBillQueen · July 11, 2007 3:59PM

Thank you again for the compliments and encouragement. I did have to "close shop" for Kessler Coins & Currency, as being an active currency dealer and working for PCGS Currency would create a conflict of interest.
I was a collector long before I was ever a dealer, and I will continue to be an active collector as long as I have a love and passion for paper money. I am excited about this hobby and I have a lot of enthusiasm about my position at PCGS Currency, as I see tremendous potential for the future. Hopefully some of my ideas (along with yours) will help promote the hobby with my generation (and those that will follow), and will help create new collectors that will have as much passion as I do. With that, if you have any ideas or questions, I encourage your active participation and look forward to hearing from you.

~Laura

Bajajim · July 11, 2007 4:04PM

<< 1896 $5 Silver Certificate is often referred to as an "Educational" due to the alligorical symbolism of the design displayed on the face. There was also a $1 and $2 issued in the same series all with similiar themes.

The counterpart in coins could be considered the Type I Standing Liberty Quarter as there was a public outcry over their designs. The $5 Education pictured below was actually banned in Boston.

I WANT ONE!

...and hello Laura!

hubird · July 11, 2007 4:27PM

I've noticed a similar picture in someone's avatar. I was wondering what that was. You say a $1 and $2 note with similar markings were made? Would you please post a compare and contrast-type pic(s) along with the $5? I would definitely like to enter the realm. Thanks much. By the way, just don't tell me they are as expensive as a 1916 slq. I'm still in the 1917 realm! Thanks for coming over occasionally.

ziggy29 · July 11, 2007 10:57PM

<< Thank you again for the compliments and encouragement. I did have to "close shop" for Kessler Coins & Currency, as being an active currency dealer and working for PCGS Currency would create a conflict of interest. >>

Actually, I understand that and agree with that. Still doesn't explain why there's still a "David Hall Rare Coins" actively dealing in PCGS coins, though, unless he has absolutely nothing to do with the business any more.

ebaytrader · July 11, 2007 11:07PM

<< 

<< Thank you again for the compliments and encouragement. I did have to "close shop" for Kessler Coins & Currency, as being an active currency dealer and working for PCGS Currency would create a conflict of interest. >>

Actually, I understand that and agree with that. Still doesn't explain why there's still a "David Hall Rare Coins" actively dealing in PCGS coins, though, unless he has absolutely nothing to do with the business any more. >>

You're really trying hard to get bammed aren't you?

ziggy29 · July 11, 2007 11:26PM

<< You're really trying hard to get bammed aren't you? >>

Not at all. I'm not being belligerent, but I think this is a fair question because I always assumed there would be a "conflict of interest" in it. Now that has been confirmed by a newly minted PCGS executive. So I'm just puzzled, that's all.

BobGreene · July 12, 2007 5:34AM

<< I've noticed a similar picture in someone's avatar. I was wondering what that was. You say a $1 and $2 note with similar markings were made? Would you please post a compare and contrast-type pic(s) along with the $5? I would definitely like to enter the realm. Thanks much. By the way, just don't tell me they are as expensive as a 1916 slq. I'm still in the 1917 realm! Thanks for coming over occasionally. >>

Here is some good information on the 1896 Educational notes: Educational Notes

The U.S. used to issue beautiful paper money! The $1 educational isn't too pricey, but the $2 and $5 notes can get a little expensive.

Barry · July 12, 2007 6:22AM

I did have to "close shop" for Kessler Coins & Currency, as being an active currency dealer and working for PCGS Currency would create a conflict of interest.

Guess you're not familiar with DHRC?

I had the pleasure of meeting and having lunch with Laura last year at Baltimore, introduced by Tootawl. She gave me some sage advice on some $2 bills, given to me by my in-laws to dispose of.

Good luck Laura. I'm sure you're pleased with your relocation...

(edited for typo)

Laura Kessler and PCGS Currency

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