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Expert: - 11/9/2006


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Hello Mr. Hayes,

I have a 1997 Commemorative PROOF coin set with the $5.00 Gold Coin, Card, Pin and patch in wooden case.  I do see this coin in the graded state at a much higher price.  Am I smart ot seperate the coin and have it graded? If so, do I try to sell it with the other items in the set or seperately? The coin has never been out of the plastic case and looks fabulous.  Thanks in advance for your help.

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Hi Dub,
I am all for keeping coins in their original holders.  Any coin can be certified at any time.  Certainly if you are considering selling the coins, it is something to think about.  The Proof Gold coin is not nearly as rare as the Mint State one.
If I were selling the proof set, I would sell it in the original pkg., all intact with the pin patch, etc.

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Joe Hylas

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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.

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Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US

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