Coin collecting takes a lot of time and effort. Connoisseurs know that having connections can make things easy and accessible to trades and exchanges. But looking at the hobby as a mere investment robs the collector of the joy of having owning a set of ancient coins. Wanting to become a coin collector for the right reasons can help one stay the course and become more enthusiastic over time.

1. Buying and maintaining coins for the right reasons
October 30, 2017
Coin collecting takes a lot of time and effort. Connoisseurs know that having connections can make things
easy and accessible to trades and exchanges. But looking at the hobby as a mere investment robs the
collector of the joy of having owning a set of ancient coins. Wanting to become a coin collector for the right
reasons can help one stay the course and become more enthusiastic over time.
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Successful coin collectors have long studied the coins in their keep, and are aware of the education required
before diving into the industry. Some of them collect as this was a hobby of their families for generations.
Most of them have their own specialization and focus on a certain coinage. This directs their path in collecting
a definite set. Wanting varying sets of coins could be too much of a folly and might lead to frustration.
Connoisseurship requires tons of patience. One cannot learn about numismatics overnight. Dedicating one’s
time and efforts and having the patience and the desire to follow through give the collector the right reasons
to maintain and buy coins. Buying impulsively is usually the result of misdirected efforts.
Approaching the hobby could cause loss of money, as disinterest can become a hindrance from getting the
best care and prices for the collection. Experts look at the value of the coins years into the future, and are
motivated by the returns on maintenance costs.
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2. Sadigh Gallery in New York specializes in the handling and selling of ancient art, artifacts, and coins from all
over the world. It is family-owned and it focuses on providing affordable ancient antiquities and friendly, down-
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