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What is the best way to sell my coin collection?

What is the best way to sell my coin collection?

The most common and profitable ways to sell coins include:

  1. Selling to a coin dealer.
  2. Using an auction service.
  3. Selling coins online through an auction.

Will my coin collection be worth anything?

There are many factors that go into determining the value of a coin, but the bottom line is that a coin is only worth what someone will pay you for it. Therefore, the prices that you see in this book will be 30% to 50% greater than what a coin dealer will pay you when you sell your collection.

How do you get a coin collection appraised?

You can get an appraisal of the more valuable coins in your collection from a dealer authorized by the PCGS; find members in your area at http://pcgs.com/dealers/.

How do I sell my coin collection UK?

If you’ve got a coin that you would like to sell at auction then you can contact a member of the British Numismatic Trade Association. They usually deal in very old coins but they may be able to help you assess whether it’s worth selling your coin at auction or whether it would be valuable to collector.

How can I sell my old coins for cash?

Many selling options are available and some are more convenient depending on the rarity of the coins.

  1. Local numismatic shop. Find a reputable numismatic shop and try to avoid stores that only Buy Gold and Silver, mostly if your coins are worth more than melt value.
  2. Online auction or marketplace.
  3. Major auction.
  4. More options.

Is now a good time to sell my coin collection?

Although the internet is blurring the traditional coin seasons, the two best times of the year for selling your coins are still around the FUN show in January and at the summer ANA in July or August. This holds true for selling a coin yourself, on consignment, or through an auction.

Is coin collecting dying?

Coin collecting probably won’t be the hip trend of 2021, but the hobby is not going to disappear completely. If you are worried about coin collecting losing popularity the best thing you can do is get others interested, especially young people!

How much does it cost to appraise coin collection?

There are different sorts of appraisals. If this relates to an estate, or is driven by a bank, the appraisers often charge high. Conversely, one coin dealer I have known for years will charge around 25-40$ per hour, provide a detailed break down, and annotate with retail / wholesale / buy it now prices.

Is now a good time to sell coins?

What is the best way to sell a coin collection?

The easiest way to sell coins to collectors is through an auction. Live auctions, as well as Internet auctions such as eBay, attract several prospective buyers, and the competitive bidding process drives up the selling price for a coin. Collectors also pay more than face value for coins deemed in high demand.

Where is the best place to sell a coin collection?

The best place to sell your coins online is eBay. The popular website will allow you to sell coins of all kinds. While eBay is best known for allowing individuals to sell goods, such as coins, by auction, you also can sell your coins at a set price through their “buy it now” format.

Where should I Sell my coins?

Depending on the age and value of your coins, you may opt to sell them in the general auction area of eBay or you may decide to put them for sale in the Antiques section where more valuable items are often located. Take your coins to a coin show.

What is the the best way to sell a large collection?

Purchase presentation supplies. A great way to showcase a larger collection of hand selected cards is by organizing them in a binder.

  • Present your cards. Organize your baseball cards by brand and year.
  • Research similar collections. Decide what the collection is worth as a whole.
  • Determine a starting price.