INTERNET "coin buying" article
 

http://news.coinupdate.com/interview...n-buying-0193/

Enjoy

HS :36_1_37::36_1_11:

Re: INTERNET "coin buying" article
 

You know I kiddingly refer to Bowers as my coin-Daddy! I have learnt so much from him over the years - and I think you and I are more apt to agree with him than not!

Cheers!

Re: INTERNET "coin buying" article
 

To quote the article, "�My advice boils down to this,� he (Bowers) says: �Be a smart buyer, know what you are buying, and deal only with people who are recognized professionals." This is pretty tough when buying on the internet.

Re: INTERNET "coin buying" article
 

Agreed, but a proffesional means, " a person who is engaged in an occupation for pay"

Many sellers on famous auction sites are just that. They may not have numismatic credentials so to speak, but 100% positive feedback and a long history of making good deals is a good bet that you are getting what is advertised.

Re: INTERNET "coin buying" article
 

You don’t have to do that on coins slabbed by respectable companies. They’re plentiful, and it’s a buyer’s market. Look up the retail price in your favorite price guide, and bid no higher than 60% of retail to cover any buyer’s fees, shipping and handling.


Ding, ding, ding....


ST

Re: INTERNET "coin buying" article
 

But one main point was to bid on the coin and not the slab.

Re: INTERNET "coin buying" article
 

http://editions.amospublishing.com/W...agenum=137&f=0

FYI