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In this article we discuss how to behave at such events, things that veterans of these events know, but are seldom spoken of. 

There are so many examples of people modifying coins that an entire field of study, Exonumia, has been named for it.  Hobo nickels, love...

Andrew C. Kolbert, Ph.D., M.T.M (a) and Jolene Daniello (b) a) The First Dollar, LLC b) Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services LLC ...

The recent past has seen a number of thefts at coin shows in Michigan and elsewhere. It is clear that some of these shows are being...

Investing in precious metals offers several advantages, and many investors include them in their portfolios for diversification and wealth p

Andrew C. Kolbert, Ph.D, M.T.M.   “Buy the best you can afford” a mantra often repeated to new collectors implies the ultimate collection...

So you want to invest in bullion. As they both are stores of value and a hedge against inflation, which one should you buy? This depends...

Andrew C. Kolbert, Ph.D, M.T.M.   At the turn of the 19th century, average wages were around eighty cents per day requiring a large...

There are many great coin and bullion groups on Facebook and you can find virtually anything you want to buy there. There are no fees,...

Randall Hoard Randall Hoard of 5000 red/Brn BU large cents 1816 - 1820, Georgia 1868 By the 1950s groups were still found in dealer...

What shows should you setup at as a new dealer? You will find in any major area dozens of shows. There are the regular monthly shows,...

Andrew C. Kolbert, Ph.D., M.T.M. Despite over 200 years of silver dollar collecting, the fact that some Flowing Hair dollars had a silver...