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I agree with Silver Maple...The R.C.M.'s coins are the purest and most times the nicest coins available...I don't find there Prices any higher than other mints...and I do my checking...believe me...R.C.M. ROCKS
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Canada
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I didn't think the dollar would do so well. The dollar was a quick sell out (at $69.95) and now sells for $99.95 CAD at local (Canadian) coin shops and online coin dealers. That's quite an appreciation over only a short period of time. Apparently this was a good investment piece. |
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Canada
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I collect dollars and now will have to go to the local coin dealer to pick one up....sigh if it wasn't for my bad luck my local coin dealer would go broke Guppie, is that Gerard? |
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 United States
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Apparently this was a good investment piece. Like stocks, they only proved to be a "good investment" the moment you sell. NCLT have a tendency to settle down once rarity is established and demand has played its part at the early onset of their release. They are superb gems, don't get me wrong. But considering them strictly as an investment is a losing proposition IMO. |
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Valued Member
Canada
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As a relatively new collector I've been thinking about which coins I'd most enjoy looking out for. Aside form what I think might be a love for pennies, I'm a fan of the silver dollar.
The reason for the above post is because I really love the 1935-2010 Voyageur set. They feature beautiful designs and I honestly feel like I'd really enjoy having them. Due to the high demand they are way out of my price range. I'm not willing to pay 350$ (saw them selling for that much at a dealer) for them no matter how much I like them.
So my question is this: If I keep on waiting will the value continue to rise or is there a chance my patience actually does pay off and the price will drop again? Can some experts on this shed their knowledge?
Thanks!
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Valued Member
Canada
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I wouldn't count on them going down in price, to be honest. It's a low enough mintage that all silver dollar collectors will want to hold on to theirs, and dealers will keep prices high due to the low number of circulating "sets" that aren't being held.
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United States
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NickleHalfDime, There is an auction here [eBayItem]140485262166[/eBayItem] currently at $250. You may be able to buy all coins separately on ebay, including the wooden case for less... |
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Valued Member
Canada
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Interesting, thanks.
I'm going to keep an eye open for deals on the coins individually for now. In the meantime I think I'll focus my time on other parts of collecting.
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United States
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Nickle,
There is a buy-now here [eBayItem]110607795110[/eBayItem] that's cheaper than the last auction. Price might be coming down.
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Canada
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If you check the completed listing you will see that a few of them have actually sold. The lowest price I've seen is about $183. Here is a link to that item. http://cgi.ebay.com/2010-CANADA-SPE...em3cb2e4c2eaEdit: To be complete, the shipping was $18 which makes it just over $200 USD. Edited by rikcando
12/17/2010 11:53 am
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Valued Member
Canada
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Well, I finally found one I felt was reasonable enough to afford. 199.95$ CAD. It's more than the Mint was charging but it's the cheapest I've found so far.
This is definitely my first major purchase as a coin collector and it will probably be my last for a while. Now I will try and focus on finding coins in change/rolls and make small dealer purchases of coins that are not of much interest to anyone but me :) Hopefully!
You see I'm still working toward my bachelors degree and University has a way of taking chunks out of my wallet. That's why a purchase of this magnitude is quite a big deal for me. Thankfully though, there are very fun and inexpensive ways for me to continue collecting coins without "breaking the bank"
Once again, thank you all for your help! :)
Now I think a new long term goal for me will be to find the original 1935 coins (have not decided yet on a grade I wish to find them in) and hopefully keep them close to the commemoratives I just purchased.
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Valued Member
Canada
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NickleHalfDime, since you're "still in school", let me take a moment to point out a few other things that will take a chunk out of your wallet; - Wife / girlfriend / lover (problem is compounded if you have more than one) - Kids (see above) - The Canadian Government - Sports cars - Jeeps (Just Empty Every Pocket) There are probably a few more things that can be added to the list but these are the ones I've had experience with  By the way, congratulations on your purchase, it's a great set! |
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Valued Member
Canada
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Hahaha, so true my friend. Though Ièd wager the Quebec government is hurting me a lot more than the federal government at the moment. :-P
The set arrived yesterday. I'm quite thrilled with it. Thanks!
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Valued Member
Canada
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This is a beautiful coin. I have always liked the this design.
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