10/15 Numismatic Collecting News

		2010 Platinum Eagle Prices Rise October 14, 2010 at 10:28 PM     The 2010 Proof Platinum Eagle coin was released from the United States Mint nearly two months ago to this day, on August 12, 2010. Like its immediate 2009 predecessor, collectors quickly snapped up the allotted mintage. In fact, both coins were available for barely more than a week before new orders were placed on a standby only list — processed only if an older order was canceled. The official 2010 Platinum Eagle sold out notice was declared August 23, 2010. Those quick sell-outs were not terribly surprising given their surrounding conditions. First, collectors were funneled towards... Full Article: 2010 Platinum Eagle Values - CoinNews.net Related posts: 2010 American Eagle Platinum Proof Coin on Sale August 12 2010 American Eagle Platinum Proof Coins Sold Out
		How are rare coin prices determined? October 14, 2010 at 10:26 PM     How are rare coin prices determined? Often the question dealers will ask is: "I know what Greysheet (Coin Dealer Newsletter bid) is, but what can I 'really' get for it?" In this month's Rare Coin Market Report, I will explain how I determine the value of an individual coin. Most often I will use a variety of different pricing sources to determine the value of a coin. The most utilized source of rare coin pricing information among dealers are the variety of ... Full Article: What's It Worth? How dealers determine the value of a Rare Coin - CoinLink Related posts: The "Deal Shopping" Mentality and Rare Coin Prices Why Are Some Rare Coins Undervalued?
		2009 quarters silver set: bargains can't last October 14, 2010 at 10:25 PM     Rapidly rising bullion prices are hard to keep up with. I had an e-mail yesterday from a reader who was looking at the Mint's website and evaluating the offerings based on the size of the premium over bullion that he could buy the product. The higher the premium, the less desirable the purchase. The lower the premium, the more desirable ... Full Article: Bargains like this can't last - Buzz with Dave Harper Related posts: What kind of gold buyer are you? Old silver coins… an ounce of advantage