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Dealers to avoid (part 3: my negative experiences with dealers at the brouse floor)

Welcome to the 3rd segment of my Dealers to Avoid series. Here, I will talk about actual experiences I have had, and can quite possibly happen to you too.  Dealers to avoid doesn’t always mean you shouldn’t do business with … Continue reading

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The SMS confusion

You probably know that some coins from 1965-1967 are very valuable, especially in very high grades, some of which get a cameo designation. But when you look at the price guides did you know that the SMS coins are worth … Continue reading

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Lincoln Cents

Recently, I completed my set of Lincoln cents. It would be a full set, but just missing a few modern issues and proofs. I read today that completing this set is only the beginning. To complete a full BU set … Continue reading

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Perfect grade danger

Don’t get caught up by the fabled 70. There is danger in playing this game when you pay high prices for non-rarities such as these. In 2007, there was a 1999-S State Quarter graded PF70 DCAM by PCGS which auctioned … Continue reading

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Overstock.com is a HORRIBLE place to buy coins

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Thoughts on the little old lady

Looking at some information about coins online, I came upon this site: http://coins.about.com/od/coinbuyingadvice/tp/coin_dealer_ethics.htm There was this story about an old lady selling her coins to a dealer. Precautions to be in use: If shop levitra benefit erectile dysfunction, it implies … Continue reading

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Something old & something new

Something old: V Nickels with fully struck stars are Your physician should be informed if your cialis price no prescription body carries any recent occurrence of stroke, kidney disorder, bleeding disorder or stomach ulcer. Cells relaxants could provide you with … Continue reading

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Thoughts from the Titanic Exhibition

Just the other day I visited the San Diego Natural History Museum with my wife. My main reason for going was to see the Titanic Artifact Exhibition which ends on Sept. 9. At the museum, we were able to see … Continue reading

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A desk full of coins

I have no workspace left, it is full of coins. I’m planning my overseas trip and lately find that I have no time for anything. Preparing for any trip lasting more than 10 days is serious work and is not … Continue reading

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8/25-8/26: The Golden State Coin Show in Arcadia, CA

8/25 was my birthday and me and my wife were greeted by the friendly lady at the admission table. The turnout for this coin show seemed lower than expected. Some dealers left a little early, including Charmy, The Penny Lady. … Continue reading

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