New hobby for old-timer
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New hobby for old-timer
Just started collecting. Starting out by only buying grade/slabbed coins and surprise! have begun to collect Morgan's at MS64 grade. I was attracted to this coin because my father had a 1921 Morgan and he was born in '21 - not sure but maybe that was the reason he had it. Will see how far I get with Morgan's - I know it will get expensive. Joined a local coin club - enjoying so far. Looking for another graded coin to also collect that's not as rich, but want it to be something from the 1800's and slabbed - we shall see... Appreciate all Daniel's videos - I will not be leaving coins for my heirs that are worthless (I hope). No fancy boxes for me!
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Re: New hobby for old-timer
Hello and Welcome to the community!!
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Re: New hobby for old-timer
Welcome! We are glad you are here with us
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Re: New hobby for old-timer
Welcome.
In my opinion there is a benefit to reputable slabs for high value coins that may be inherited. They are already identified, graded, and the values can more easily be ascertained by someone unfamiliar with the hobby.
Morgans are fun for sure. They are not my primary focus but I can't help but add to my one of each year date set from time to time.
In my opinion there is a benefit to reputable slabs for high value coins that may be inherited. They are already identified, graded, and the values can more easily be ascertained by someone unfamiliar with the hobby.
Morgans are fun for sure. They are not my primary focus but I can't help but add to my one of each year date set from time to time.
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Re: New hobby for old-timer
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