| FYI: Rare coins have historically protected or preserved
wealth as strong inflation fighters, particularly in countries whose paper
currency has been severely weakened. Any time our paper money is threatened,
rare coins can protect wealth much like an investment in gold bullion. The
beauty of rare coins can be enjoyed much like any other work of art. They
are also a very private form of investment not subject to government
scrutiny common to other types of investments held in banks and by brokerage
houses. Rare coins are easy to store and are virtually indestructible. They
are also insurable. Rare coins represent truly portable wealth which can be
moved from place to place very quickly and easily. If you intend to buy rare
or bullion coins for investment, your best protection is to spend time
learning about the coins you are being asked to buy. In the past, most
investment gains have gone to collectors, often known as numismatists, who
have taken the time to carefully study various aspects of coins, including
rarity, grading, market availability, and price trends. Investment success
over the years is the result of prudently acquiring coins of selected
quality, proven rarity, and established numismatic desirability. Many
careful buyers study coins for some time before buying even a single coin.
Success also can be enhanced by researching dealers, as well as coins. |
