Buying & Selling

How coin appraisals and insurance actually work, what documentation you need, and how to avoid overpaying or under-protecting a collection.

How estate sales and executors typically sort, identify, and sell inherited coin collections, and what heirs should know before doing anything.

What a certificate of authenticity actually verifies, what it doesn’t, and why it’s no substitute for independent grading or appraisal.

Learn what paperwork, labels, and records should accompany a professionally graded coin, and why gaps in that trail matter before you buy.

Learn the warning signs of a counterfeit coin listing, from pricing and photos to seller behavior, before you buy online or in person.

Learn how to inventory, organize, and present a coin collection for an appraisal or sale without guessing at values or making costly handling mistakes.

How dealer buyback policies work when selling coins or bullion, what affects the offer, and questions to ask before you commit.

Learn what to check before buying coins online, from seller reputation to return policies, photos, and authentication.

Learn practical ways to check a coin dealer’s credentials, transparency and track record before making a purchase or sale.

A practical guide to coin show etiquette and what first-time attendees can expect from tables, dealers, and bourse floor manners.