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Rookie mistake

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Hi, my name is Paul. My wife and I recently inherited my father in law's very large coin collection. We knew he had coins because he was a dealer. I don't think he was that good at selling however based off the sheer quantity. I did find out I rushed way too much and spent money to get 5 coins sent back not authentic. This was about 3 weeks ago but I am improving quite a bit and if this is Daniel's page it is because of your youtube channel. I do know I am way in over my head and pretty positive that some of the coins I have I am terrified to touch. Thanks for your videos! Keep them coming

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Welcome to the community! we'll be glad to look at your coins.
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Hello and Welcome!
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#4 Unread post by Earle42 »

Welcome!

Please make sure to review the forum guidelines before posting any questions about specific coins. That way you will know the minimum info we need in order to help you find an answer.

https://coinauctionshelp.com/forum/view ... hp?t=15935

BTW - if you want to save a lot of money on grading companies, we have a good track record of identifying fake coins. It really not always al that hard for someone used to handling (living LOL!) coins. We will tell you if we cannot. Sending a coin in for slabbing is not something newbies should do until they have understood the actual services the companies offer and ways the companies work. Many newbies jump in feet first b/c they just think its the thing to do and end up losing a bundle and becoming angry.

Daniels has some videos on whether or not to send in a coin.
Common grading company shortcomings & resulting co$tly mi$take$ to collectors (using Kennedy No FG halves):
https://tinyurl.com/y7rksxu8

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welcome to the community.

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