Bourse Floor Etiquette

I do not think I have ever been asked something like this at a coin show. However, in the south such a query would generally be prefaced with something like, "I hope you do not mind me asking" or something along those lines to make it known that an answer is not expected, but appreciated.

I would have just told the guy that I got it in my change at the mcdonalds across the street lol

that is how I would address that question to one I didnt know. however I wouldnt expect others around here too. a hobby like this might bring out a bit classier characters but if this was in reference to a gun show I wouldnt bat an eye at being asked so bluntly.

Down Texas way, if we stab you in the back, at least it will be on the porch with a Ice Cold glass of Sweet Tea in your hand.

It always amazes me how people get cranked up over the most minor little thing.i am sure the question posed was met in a most benign way and no harm or mean spirit was involved. Been on the back end of that question many times. Best answer smile and say the cost was minimal ,the pride of owning it priceless. This makes the person who just got in your face walk away mumbling something short of unintelligible.

Ah.... SsuperDdave ...I guess that is the difference of living in the home of the Broadstreet Bullies as compared to living in LaLa land.
Although once I did witness a fist fight break out at a Vancouver coin show!! .

I think he just wanted to know if he got ripped off. Because he bought identical to yours and he could tell that you were more knowledgeable than he.