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Re: Dealers and Collectors Burning Bridges
I'm in a completely different line of business, but for negotiations of a rather simply nature I made it clear that this is my settlement proposal. I tried to be fair and reasonable. If you don't wan… (View Post)3 -
Re: Has anyone here inherited a “premium” coin collection?
My grandfather was a collector and passed away in the year I was born, mid 1970's. He had put together some sets for his 5 children and also a few odds and ends. The stuff my dad received sat in a bo… (View Post)7 -
Re: Who has more fun in Numismatics, the Coin Collector or the Coin Dealer?
The question is basically, "do you enjoy your job more or your hobbies more?" If you don't derive more pleasure from your hobbies you need to find some new hobbies. (View Post)2 -
Re: To what extent will you "stretch" for the right coin?
It seems to me that almost all collectors stretch themselves. I know that the coins I tend to be drawn to are the ones right at the edge of my comfort level. Depending on an individual, that may be a… (View Post)1 -
Re: Favorite/Best Auction Hacks
I do this as well. Also, when a coins has a fairly established value, get to that value first. Let the other guy overpay by an increment. (View Post)1