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COIN COLLECTING BASICS
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Mar 13, 2009, 5:00:49 PM3/13/09
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Coin collecting can be a great hobby, provided some basics are
understood first. This article addresses proper handling, grading,
and should that coin be slabbed....
understood first. This article addresses proper handling, grading,
and should that coin be slabbed....
Proper Handling: Coin value is determined by both rarity and
condition. It is a good idea to protest your coins by proper
handling. The rules are simple....
Grading: Grading standards go from AG through Perfect. If you are
starting a serious collection, avoid the lower grades unless the coin
is essentially unavailable or unaffordable in higher grades...
Slabbing Coins: There are many slabbing services that will grade
your coin and seal it in a plastic holder with a Certificate of
Authenticity...
the full article is at http://www.blackspanielgallery.8m.com/index_files/Page1491.htm
Mr. Jaggers
Mar 13, 2009, 5:09:34 PM3/13/09
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Are you any relation to "M" of Her Majesty's Secret Service?
James
'more of a "Q" than an "M" '
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