Collectors Society - Tierney's Journal Entry
My Collecting habits for US Currency
Posted: 10/29/2009 10:31:38 PM
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So you have plenty of Money to blow on overpriced currency?
I guess my collection might be small compared to some but I seriously recommend that one does a complete search as to what you are buying. I prefer two methods of approach: One being, if I truely love the bill, I then research it. Whether or not I like it, I will not pay someone twice what it's worth. I will pay slightly over book value only if it is a must for my collection. There are only two avenues for purchase that I use-- a few selected dealers on ebay(with excellent feedback) and/or coin shows.
Secondly: I know and understand that there are many folks ,selling many things, who know that people spend their money foolishly and who can be talked into anything. You must be careful of these merchants. If you have any intelligence at all,you will listen to them in a polite manner while all the while thinking to yourself...these people are thieves and I must get away quickly. Please always research your intended purchase in advance, this way you will easily be able to spot a Con. Research,Research and research. Pay the man a fair price but let common sense govern. PMG certified bills are my favorite. I even verify the cert # on the holder prior to purchase whenever I can. Profit is a must for business, and thievery is a must for thieves.