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If people are buying coins and not holders and old holders are selling for more money than new holders at the same grade, then doesn’t that imply that older holders house better coins on average? (View Post)

A distinction without a difference! You’re the first person I’ve met in this hobby that rejects the notion of gradeflation! Why do you think there is such a preference for old holders? (View Post)

But the trend for TPGs has been to start with high standards, establish a reputation as being conservative and then let the standards slowly fall over time. If you are stickering your own coins, that… (View Post)

But do you trust a Stacks auction photo with a Stacks sticker? There appears to be a conflict of interest when a company stickers the coins it is also offering for sale. (View Post)

Moderns pay the bills. For both TPGs and many dealers. Additionally, many collectors of moderns would take issue with the fact that you think they should be pushed to the back. (View Post)