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My approach was, "is this price the best you can do?" On a few they came down a little, when they saw me lose interest in the coin, they did much better. It was a great experience and highly recommend others to attend a coin show. Everyone was really nice, and following the advice here made the time there well worth it.
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I'm worried about when I go because I just got back into collecting the last week before I left to go back to school.
That said I never made a list of what I had/needed because I had my collection on hand. So basically when I go to this coin show I am going to have 1 week to catalog everything and decide what I most want to tackle as far as a want list.
As far as want lists can they be as long or short as you want? Thanks.
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They can be as long as you want them to be. There is no minimum or maximum.
Edited by CoinCollector2012
02/17/2014 6:57 pm
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I took two full notebook pages separated by category. Mine were pretty easy though. Wheat pennies and Jefferson nickels. As I found what I wanted, I just marked them out. Also, if they had multiples, I bought the one I liked best. I think focus is important. There was so so many coins there that it could be overwhelming without focus. Something I did to stay focused, was to not look at anything else at the table until I was done buying what I was there for. I ended up buying 4 coins not on my list. This show had 17 booths, I can't imagine what a huge show would be like. |
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Do non-slabbed, silver coins that are VF-XF traditionally sell close to spot at shows?
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Matthew, Under a week away!!   This week is the first I've been with my coins in a long time and there is so much I want to buy/grab. I sometimes need to tell myself its a life long thing. It's just hard to decide if I want to start a new collection (Franklins) or fill holes in my current endeavors (Jeffersons and IHC). Definitely going to be leaving the show with an ASE or Maple Leaf, providing someone has one. Which is one other question, is it safe to assume that at this show if I'm looking for an item, someone will have it? And how do I know which booth has what? Thanks! Getting Excited! |
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Not touched upon, but of interest to, me is the use of cameras.
I've been to many gun shows, where there are some do's and don'ts.
But have never attended coin shows.
I would want to take pictures of new friends, specific coins, display techniques and show facilities.
What is considered proper etiquette?
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Chute72,
Some common sense will get you far.
When you arrive, ask the organizers their policy on taking pictures.
If OK, and you want to photograph a display/coin:
"May I take a picture of your ..." will yield the answer.
Perhaps a given dealer does not want his/her picture taken, but will have no problem
with you taking pictures of their display.
If you want a general picture of the floor, and/or take a picture of new friends,
put a discreet distance between you and the floor.
"May I?" will work wonders for you, and coin etiquette is appreciated by everyone.
Oh, and show the photo to the dealer to make sure.
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Not touched upon, but of interest to, me is the use of cameras.
I've been to many gun shows, where there are some do's and don'ts. Bring one but make sure you ask. Most places will not allow photos of what is there for safety purposes. Most dealers too do not like someone taking their photo. It is just not safe. Also, many people pay with a check and most have personal info on the check. Again, taking a photo of a person using a check may get you thrown out. IF you go to gun shows, knife shows and coin shows you will seldom ever see a camera. At one show I go to a security guard will rush over to people with a phone since so many have built in cameras and tell them to either take it outside or just leave. |
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Cameras are a strict no-no at coin shows and will most likely get you bounced unless permission is granted and that would be doubtful. I observed a man walk into a show last year with his video camera running and pointing at dealers and their displays and he was physically removed.
Edited by 1893S
03/19/2014 09:49 am
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Duncan, That's right, you're back home for a week before the show. Part of the fun will be hunting for what you seek, but chances are you'll find what you are looking for. I'll introduce you to my favorite dealers. I plan to wear my badge from the New Hampshire Expo, inserting a small card with my CCF name and CCF in big letters. Will ask the organizer ahead of time for permission. We just have to be discreet and in no way appear to have any official sanction. Bring a camera if you have one. That goes for anyone else who is coming this Sunday. Will ask for permission for this as well. A group photo can then be posted on our site. I plan to arrive before 9 AM and get in early to deliver the CCF kid's packets. Now, on to mapquest to get directions! Looking forward to meeting you. As I have no money to buy anything we can go around together. Dropped $40 on a coin last Sunday. Link: https://goccf.com/t/172726Edited by matthewvincent
03/19/2014 10:33 am
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I just sent this message to the organizer of the Mansfield Show: Dear John, I did a count today and I have over 50 packets to hand out to the kids. Any leftovers can go to your contact who does the kid's show in April. I will get there before 9AM to deliver the goods, so alert your door staff of my purpose. I ran into David Oppelt last Sunday at a show in New Haven.. He kindly offered to vouch for my integrity should you have any fears. He's a very nice gentleman whom I helped with an article that he wrote for the Barber Coin Collector's Society. Check with him. Publicity: https://goccf.com/t/172726 As promised, I have been spreading the word about your show. I have two questions: 1) I need to know your policy on cameras. We would like to photograph our group and, if allowed, we will do so. Just tell us the safest way to do so. 2) If allowed, I would like to wear identification so that other CCF member can find me. It would read: matthewvincent (my CCF identity) CCF I have cautioned other members to the fact that we are to remain as discreet as possile and not call attention to ourselves. I will obey anything that you ask me to as I am most grateful that you would even allow us in. Any word from John Frost? At your service, Matthew Student |
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This is quite very interesting. Looking forward for this.
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Pillar of the Community
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Chute72,
Some common sense will get you far.
When you arrive, ask the organizers their policy on taking pictures.
If OK, and you want to photograph a display/coin:
"May I take a picture of your ..." will yield the answer.
Perhaps a given dealer does not want his/her picture taken, but will have no problem
with you taking pictures of their display.
If you want a general picture of the floor, and/or take a picture of new friends,
put a discreet distance between you and the floor.
"May I?" will work wonders for you, and coin etiquette is appreciated by everyone.
Oh, and show the photo to the dealer to make sure.
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United States
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In response to the earlier posts about want lists/cheat sheets. The method I use appears to be slightly different than usual. I have a catalog of my entire collection in spreadsheets. I can just pull my catalog up on my phone or a tablet at the show to see if I need the coin or if the one I'm looking at would be an upgrade. I wouldn't buy any electronics just for this purpose, but if you already have them, then they can be useful. My collection is sort of scattered, so using my catalog as a guide is too wide reaching. So before the show I decide what my priorities of series will be. For example: MS Franklin halves >> V nickels >> Proof Lincolns. I would then go around the show looking to fill gaps in my first choice series. If I don't find much, I move onto the next series and then down the list. I only have a certain amount of money, so I like to decide ahead of time what's most important. And I'm always willing to completely deviate from my plan if a coin 'speaks' to me. Finding one really pretty keeper can make the trip totally worth it, regardless of what else happens. |
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