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This just in

Posted on May 2, 2013 by admin

Inflation has doubled since 1987. Gas prices have increased by 5.7 times since 1987. Gold prices (avg.) have increased by 3.3 times since 1987. This has been continued till the end sildenafil 100mg viagra of the word report. You should … Continue reading →

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Detection of Counterfeit and Altered Coins

Posted on March 1, 2013 by admin

Here is an event I highly recommend. Any coin collector who is able to go, should go and be educated. Detection of Counterfeit and Altered Coins will be instructed during both sessions of Summer Seminar. Students will learn the often-subtle … Continue reading →

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What’s more important?

Posted on February 14, 2013 by admin

Capital Holders are the best thing since… computers? Almost. They’re wonderful, beautiful coin holders. And they protect coins well. They’re expensive, but worth the money. Personally, I like them a lot. I could go on about what wonderful things they … Continue reading →

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Appearances can be deceiving?

Posted on January 19, 2013 by admin

Appearances can be deceiving. How safe is it really to buy raw coins online without seeing the actual coin? Let’s look at some examples. Pretty nice coin right? How would you grade it? MS-65? MS-66? Maybe at worst MS-64? This … Continue reading →

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Today’s hint of the day

Posted on December 31, 2012 by admin

Looking for graded examples of coins you like on eBay? Try never typing PCGS or NGC. You might need to search a little Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Research although suggests ginger root inhibits production of http://appalachianmagazine.com/category/featured/page/43/?filter_by=popular levitra prescription prostaglandins and leukotrienes, … Continue reading →

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The SMS confusion

Posted on December 28, 2012 by admin

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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To slab or not to slab

Posted on December 15, 2012 by admin

My heart and prayers go toward the victims of the elementary school shooting in Connecticut, and to our country as a whole. “President Lewis Revels made his fortune in Silver Eagles and now it’s your turn!” You may or may … Continue reading →

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Coin Capsule 1989

Posted on December 14, 2012 by admin

My sister began keeping her change in a glass bank when she was 16. All the coins inside were dated 1989 or earlier. They have not been touched since that time. Without breaking the glass, I had just now managed … Continue reading →

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The 3 things about Barber Quarters

Posted on December 8, 2012 by admin

1) They’re really good 2) They’re really bad 3) They’re not there If you happen to see me chasing Barber Quarters, it may be advisable to step aside or just get out of my way <3

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Body Bags

Posted on December 8, 2012 by admin

My first batch of coins were returned by NGC in body bags. Graders are really tough on 20th century types, with the possible exception of Standing Liberty Quarters. That confirms my earlier article on the grading of Washington Quarters. A … Continue reading →

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