Bryan Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 I thought i'd drop in at the London Coin Fair in November. I've never been to one before and I think it will be a great opportunity for me to be able to see a load of coins and get ideas on prices and maybe glean some knowledge from a dealer or two. As it's my first fair, I'm definitely going to be treating myself to something ... Any general advice on what to avoid, common newbie blunders etc? I know that it would depend largely on what my budget is, but just wondered if there was anything I should know or be aware of, as I have no idea what to expect! Quote
copper123 Posted October 17, 2019 Posted October 17, 2019 Best tip arrive early , they can get very crowded Quote
jelida Posted October 17, 2019 Posted October 17, 2019 You’ll have a great time, take plenty of cash, as that is what most dealers will expect, and always haggle, at least 10% reduction on marked price is factored in by many. Set yourself some general targets in advance, don’t rush and don’t buy the first thing you see unless it really ticks all the boxes, you might find better on the next table! Dealers will often put things aside for a short time if you are seriously interested, but don’t take the p*ss. Do chat and ask questions, most though not all dealers are very happy to cultivate the interest of a newbie. Take a good loupe, and a reference book. You will find remarkably variable pricing structures. Jerry Quote
Bryan Posted October 17, 2019 Author Posted October 17, 2019 Thanks Copper123, will do! I guess there’s also more chance of finding what you want if you go earlier. early bird catches the worm and all that! Quote
Bryan Posted October 17, 2019 Author Posted October 17, 2019 Thanks for the advice Jerry, that’s very helpful and answered a lot of the things I was wondering about. Cheers! Quote
Bryan Posted November 7, 2019 Author Posted November 7, 2019 Had a great time at the coin fair and it was a lot bigger than I thought it would be. As I’m just a beginner, there were lots of bargains, as any coin was new to me. I picked up a range of Florins, Crowns and half Crowns as well as a few commemorative ones too. Really glad I went and I’ve got a good batch if coins to research now. i think I’ll be going to the Bloomsbury coin fest in December as well. Thanks for everyone’s advice, much appreciated. 7 Quote
Garrett Posted November 8, 2019 Posted November 8, 2019 Remember well being a newish collector and how totally exciting it can be. Glad you had a good time !! Look forward to more posts, stories, and pics of coins. cheers - Garrett. Quote
copper123 Posted November 8, 2019 Posted November 8, 2019 (edited) If you want a free entry ticket for bloomsbury drop me a line with you r adress and I will send it in the post saves £5 Edited November 8, 2019 by copper123 Quote
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