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Bigmarc

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    Bigmarc got a reaction from HonestMoneyGoldSilver in What Silver series Collections?   
    I've collected one set. 
    Australian shipwrecked series 
    https://agaunews.com/portfolio-items/australian-shipwrecks-2019-by-the-royal-australian-mint/ 
    Only four to collect (for those with a short attention span like my self). 
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    Bigmarc reacted to Panda6Pack in What Silver series Collections?   
    If it weren't for my current personal situation, I'd get you started on some winners. 

    But let me leave some advice. 
    First and maybe won't go over well but - stay away from Royal Mint if you intend to sell on. I've been looking through past sets from them and they are almost all spotted. Real shame. 
    Stay away from high mintage sets. Anything over 50,000 total mintage will bring a lesser return. 
    Get comments and reviews on strikes. In other words, how clear is the image? How much detail is in the background and foreground? 
    Off the top of my head - Can't go wrong with Perth Mint and Royal Australian Mint as long as you like the subject matter. 
                                              Pressburg Mint has awesome designs but the bullion version are not struck very well so buy the proof-like
                                              Germania Mint has awesome quality but I'm afraid I'm not too keen on their direction (Runes and Witchcraft series - not into the demonic)
                                              There are tons of U.S. small mints doing awesome work, but again, watch the strikes and buy them legally ! 
                                              New Zealand Mint (mostly Niue legal tender) - not so good on strikes. Compare the DC Superheros with Perth Mint Marvel Series)
                                              Fiji Legal Tender - a bit more pricey but Oh My (see my Cat on a recent post) - they are usually sealed as well as encapsulated. 
                                              China government coins - politics aside - best coins you can get. Super quality and design. 
                                              KOMSCO and Today Ltd. South Korea is on fire! New series from KOMSCO - Princess Series - get them !
                                              There is more but would take too ling to write, lol
    Quick word on condition - 
               Patina and toning - This is where you see colours from yellow and browns to purple to dark brown. It's fine. If you like the coin, then buy it. This can easily be cleaned frictionless  (no touching). Personally I would not clean them however. 
               Blemishes and "milk spots" - Unless you are in love with the coin, leave it. White "smears" or spots cannot be removed without damaging the coin and image. I've experimented on cheap coins  and any method will leave varying degrees of spots and will leave varying degrees of scratches. Also be aware that spotting can happen at any time. Put it away clean and perfect and a month later it will have spots (Royal Mint) which make you cry. It cannot be prevented. 
               Scratches - Again. unless you are in love with the coin, leave it. Unless you are a master precious metals polishing guru, scratches will not go away. 
    Lastly, buy from reputable sources. The forum is full of great pieces and trustworthy sellers. Unfortunately there are also sellers who circumvent HMRC and don't pay the VAT on imported silver. I have always done my best to import my silver legally paying what I owe. There is no harm in asking questions. I tend to lean towards supporting "civilian" forum members such as myself, and then online dealers (with websites and such), who sponsor the forum. Give the little guy a chance, lol. 

    But the most important piece of advice .... If you like it - and it moves you, buy it. 
    Hope this helps. 
     
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from KRO in Vienna Philharmonic 2018 Silver Coins   
    I don't even want my wife to know they are there. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from LiquidMetalsUK in Vienna Philharmonic 2018 Silver Coins   
    I don't even want my wife to know they are there. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from silverJEF in Vienna Philharmonic 2018 Silver Coins   
    I don't even want my wife to know they are there. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from stefffana in Vienna Philharmonic 2018 Silver Coins   
    I don't even want my wife to know they are there. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from modofantasma in Vienna Philharmonic 2018 Silver Coins   
    Why do you assume this? Why not advertise when selling that feedback is a must. 
    I tried to buy some pants the other day at JD sports. They wanted me to answer a survey on the card machine and I said "to be honest I just want to buy some pants". 
    I am happy to leave feedback but don't really want it as a buyer. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from artalien in Vienna Philharmonic 2018 Silver Coins   
    I don't even want my wife to know they are there. 
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    Bigmarc reacted to Go65 in Vienna Philharmonic 2018 Silver Coins   
    By the look on your face…she just found them
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from BLOOMMAN101 in Vienna Philharmonic 2018 Silver Coins   
    I don't even want my wife to know they are there. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from chris2982 in Vienna Philharmonic 2018 Silver Coins   
    I don't even want my wife to know they are there. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from Darr3nG in Vienna Philharmonic 2018 Silver Coins   
    I don't even want my wife to know they are there. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from Fenlander1 in Vienna Philharmonic 2018 Silver Coins   
    I don't even want my wife to know they are there. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from ZigZag in Just thinking out loud!   
    Due to recent events I want to put another elephant in the room on this subject and will probably get in trouble for it (so go easy on me) but feel it should be high lighted to ensure that members are careful about the information they disclose on here. 
    One one occasion I can see that a member has bought well over 50 items of bullion, I know his YouTube channel, his business name, what he looks like and what town he is from and I am far from being tech savvy and fear that anyone with some knowledge could go the extra step. The worse thing about this is that anyone can view all of this without being signed in. 
    The word trust is used a lot around here but you all still have to do you own due diligence and try not become a target. I think about the information I have put on here and it makes me reluctant to purchase because of it. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from silversky in Gold Monitoring Thread £ GBP only   
    Wrong entrance bud. Your mates must have found that hilarious. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from Booky586 in My last piece of silver for a year!   
    You will have to change your name again. I would recommend 365daysofnosilver. 
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from monkey in My last piece of silver for a year!   
    I am not doing it this time, someone else say it.
     

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    Bigmarc got a reaction from TheShinyStuff in My last piece of silver for a year!   
    Wheeey! 
    I think there is only a couple of years left in that joke before people forget who he is.
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from artalien in My last piece of silver for a year!   
    Wheeey! 
    I think there is only a couple of years left in that joke before people forget who he is.
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from Kussilver in My last piece of silver for a year!   
    Wheeey! 
    I think there is only a couple of years left in that joke before people forget who he is.
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from James32 in My last piece of silver for a year!   
    Wheeey! 
    I think there is only a couple of years left in that joke before people forget who he is.
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from stackerp5 in My last piece of silver for a year!   
    Wheeey! 
    I think there is only a couple of years left in that joke before people forget who he is.
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    Bigmarc reacted to stackerp5 in My last piece of silver for a year!   
    I'll leave it to the boys at the NBS @James32
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    Bigmarc reacted to James32 in My last piece of silver for a year!   
    Davie boy Cameron in drag 😂
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    Bigmarc got a reaction from stackerp5 in My last piece of silver for a year!   
    I am not doing it this time, someone else say it.
     

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