BUYING & SELLING
Buying & Selling Coins Guide
Whether you’re buying a coin for your collection or deciding what to do with a box of coins you’ve inherited, a good first step is to see what similar coins have actually sold for. Look for the same date, mintmark, and condition, since even two coins that look alike can bring different prices. If you’re buying, the guides below can help you find a reputable dealer and decide what to ask before you buy. If you’re selling, they’ll help you compare a dealer’s offer with what you might take home from an auction or online sale after fees and shipping.
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A Beginner’s Guide To Buying Collectible Coins For The First Time
Thinking of buying collectible coins? As a collector of 35+ years, I’ve got 5 great tips for you + 4 things to know about each coin BEFORE you buy it!
How & Where To Sell Coins Online (Find Coin Auctions, Coin Classifieds & Coin Dealers)
Want to sell your coins? All the places to list your coins for sale + Tips for taking photos of your coins, writing the description, handling returns, and more.
Beginner’s Guide to Buying Coin Rolls: Where & How To Get Rolls Of Coins To Search Through
Wondering how to buy rolls of coins for coin roll searching? Here are the best places to buy rolls of coins + Everything you need to know before buying rolls of coins!
5 Important Things I’ve Learned About Buying Rare Coins + 5 Common Mistakes Most People Make
In my 35+ years of coin collecting, I’ve learned a lot about buying rare coins! Here are the 5 most important things I’ve learned firsthand + 5 common mistakes people often make when buying rare coins.
Should You Sell Your Old Coins? The Pros & Cons Of Selling Coins
Is it time to sell your old coins? Before you decide if it’s time to part with your coins, you should check out some pros and cons of selling coins.
5 Legit Ways To Buy Gold And Silver Coins Cheap (Below Spot Price) + Best Places To Buy Gold & Silver Coins Safely
If you want to buy gold and silver coins at spot price (the precious metal value of the coin), start here! I’m going to show you how to buy gold and silver cheap. Plus 5 legit ways to buy gold and silver coins at spot price!
5 Tips For Handling An Estate Collection Of Coins (Which Coins To Keep & Which Ones To Sell)
Here’s what to do if you’ve come across an estate coin collection, have no experience with coins, and you want to know how to look through a large coin collection… and possibly sell them.
Buying Coins From Coin Dealers Is A Lot Like Buying Cars From Car Dealers (What You Need To Know!)
A collector of 35+ years, these are my best tips for buying coins from coin dealers. Insider tips to help you know what to expect in terms of dealer pricing
Selling U.S. Coins? Before You Sell A Coin, Read This!
Selling coins is something that must be done with careful consideration beforehand. After all, you wouldn’t want to sell your coins for the wrong price, and you don’t want to wind up hanging onto them too long either. Here are some coin selling tips, plus advice before you sell coins on eBay.