Value is not one number
Price guides are useful reference points, not guaranteed offers. Auction results, dealer inventory, liquidity, certification, provenance, and the quality of the individual piece all matter.
Coins, Tokens & Medals
Understanding Value
Rarity matters, but value is created by the interaction of rarity, condition, demand, eye appeal, originality, and market confidence.
Questions to ask
- How many are available, and how often?
- How many collectors actively want one?
- Is the piece original and attractive for the grade?
- Is the attribution correct?
- Can comparable sales be verified?