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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I found this ad on craigslist for an ungraded 1904 double eagle. Looks good to me, but I want to know if you guys think it's a good deal for $1500.   |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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I avoid craigslist when buying any coins. At $1500 you should be able to get one of equal quality from your local dealer and without the risk of a scam.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I avoid craiglist for coins...Too many fakes out there. Get one certified, from a dealer or known ebay seller/store. |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
7624 Posts |
Very common date in which there are many others available at a better price.
The coin looks legit but that doesn't mean anything with coins on Craigslist.
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Agree, would never buy a coin on Craigslist.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
932 Posts |
I would never buy a CraigsCoin
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
4963 Posts |
Sorry- I didn't mean to imply I might buy it, I would never buy off Craigslist either- or spend $1500 at once. I just wanted to know what you all thought about it.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
932 Posts |
I know that you would never do that, but it was a good thing to bring up, as newer collectors may run into the same problem.
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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It looks fine to me but expensive. My nephew buys and sells coins on craigslist but I do not and can't therefore recommend it. 1904 G$20 pieces are the most common date date in the series and this coin currently melts at $1144 so $1500 for an uncertified piece is nuts unless it's a lock choice mint state specimen and the pictured piece might grade AU+ so forget it.
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Valued Member
United States
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OspreyCoins and other posters, thanks for your additional comments. I am a newby an every little tip may help me from getting burned.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
4963 Posts |
That's one of the great things about this site.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Never buy a coin on Craigslist...taking too much of a chance.You can get one near that price at a local coin show or dealer.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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OspreyCoins and other posters, thanks for your additional comments. I am a newby an every little tip may help me from getting burned. No problem! We all like helping others enjoy the hobby as much as we do!  |
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Posted 10/15/2015 10:51 am
