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Hi
I would like to ask you how do I know the real value of a coin.
My Dad collects coins and by reading a book he read about one of the coins he has to be very expensive. We believe he has the $20 Ultra high Relief pattern, MCMVII.
We want to know where can we go to get an appraisal. And who knows maybe if we are right maybe sell it in a auction.
I'll appreciate your help.
Thanks,
Natalia A. Betancur
Hi Natalie,
Chances are that if your dad has a high relief 1907 St. Gaudens that it is NOT the pattern coin. However, Roman Numeral High Relief $20's are quite rare and expensive. I have paid between $5,000 and $45,000 for nice examples.
If you can photograph the coin and send me a picture, I will see what I can determine. Send Picture to OMEGAPM@aol.com
Regards
Joe Hylas
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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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PCGS, NGC, Rotary
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Physician's Money Digest
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Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
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Paul Harris Fellow
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