25k to Spend on Coins - What Would You Purchase?

[@Ontario100]

⭐️ I would purchase the highest grade Gobrecht Dollar I could. ⭐️ Just something I like. 👍

[@evenruderanger7617]

Ooh! Have you seen the flying eagle large cent! Or the flying eagle pattern half dollars? If you like the gobrecht dollar, you’ll LOVE those eagles

[@evenruderanger7617]

Imagine having a gobrecht dollar and the high relief st gaudens side by side with both eagles facing up!

[@silversurfer1986]

I was literally going to say the same thing... Hahah

[@Ontario100]

@@evenruderanger7617 That would be so cool! 😎👍 I like some of the pattern coins as well. ⭐️👍

[@Lucian02]

Personally I have gravitated towards high grade/key bust coinage. I truly believe they are under valued in comparison to say a more modern key date and have a more steady appreciation over time.

[@evenruderanger7617]

Capped, Draped, or both?

[@evenruderanger7617]

What’s your highest grade bust dollar?

[@anthonyschultz1510]

Spot on. An 1818 Bust Quarter has the same survival rate as an 1893-S Morgan, and yet has one-tenth the price. What a steal! Then there’s the 1824/2 bust quarter. Estimated survival of 100 to 125 examples. And yet you can acquire one for less than $1,000 if you peruse eBay long enough. I personally love the capped bust halves. I bought an 1812 in AU50 for $650. Modern currency cannot compare

[@Lucian02]

@@anthonyschultz1510 absolutely, I purchased a 1822 25/50 pcgs vf30 quarter a few years ago surprisingly very local out in the sticks. sat on it for awhile and made a great profit on it to fund my dime collection. modern stuff is too well known and hyped up for me 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Lucian02]

@@evenruderanger7617 both draped and capped dimes. best is a ms65+

[@frankchase9297]

I would purchase a 1907 High Relief. Best Regards Buddy!

[@evenruderanger7617]

Proof seated coins are some of the most undervalued in my opinion. Many years have a mintage of 600 or less. It would be easy to corner the market and make a new key date ;) or at least shorten the supply!

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[@kscoins4787]

Totally agree...my 1888 proof seated liberty quarter is PR65 absolutely under rated category! Mintage 832 & 10,000 proof and business strike.

[@Walkerazul]

I feel like every response to a question like this should start with the disclaimer that 99.999% of coins have underperformed mainstream investments over time. The ones that have outperformed are the true rarities, especially 18th and 19th century gold. So if past performance is any indication of future results, I’d go with an old gold coin with multiple levels of demand, like an 1838-D or 1838-C half eagle, with original surfaces. The originality premium of old gold has grown steadily (thanks in part to CAC) and I expect this to continue.

[@tylonnplatinumthe3rd659]

Good point although I’m hoping gold spot price drops so I can dive in more comfortably

[@gregm8522]

While I agree with you, one big caveat: old gold is very pricey and values have already matured. Currently the upside appreciation curve is flatter than is the downside depreciation curve. Rarities in $5 Libs are still way undervalued and should be considered. Multiple levels of demand is an excellent yardstick for success.

[@Jaybizzy33]

2 very nice coins 🪙!

[@royrauch9775]

Spectacular error coins....triple struck, wrong denomination blanks, transitionals, struck on things like washers. nails. Etc., mated pairs, coins that have a huge visual effect. 99% of them are unique and a best perhaps there are under 10 known! These have finally caught the eye of the public as can be seen with prices brought at major auctions such as Heritage!

[@Dmcdonough2]

Gotta get a 1856 flying eagle and a draped bust gold $5.

[@fredmarinovich5477]

As a walking Liberty collector I am now fantasizing about a high grade 21 or 21D

[@vintagesanctuary]

OPTION 1: Draped Bust Half Dollar Date Set, to include 1801, 1802, 1803, 1805/4, 1805, 1806, 1807, in choice VF, but dropping down a few grade ticks if needed on the key dates. Once you have accomplished this, it will totally cure you of your coin investor mindset! OPTION 2: Low Mintage Proof Indians Cents with toning that appeals to you. Get mostly different dates until your 25K runs out. If you are not hooked on collecting by then, immediately sell all your coins and buy mutual funds! OPTION 3: 1793 Large Cent Type Set, to include the 1793 Chain Reverse, 1793 Wreath Reverse, and 1793 Liberty Cap. Get the best graded copies you can afford for the 25K total. Don't be afraid of a little corrosion if the eye appeal and detail are solid. This will cause your investment strategy to fail because you'll never want to sell your 1793 Large Cent Type Set! That's okay. Put them in your Will. They will probably do very well for your Heirs.

[@jasondent1411]

Ive got an 1803 large 3 half dollar in vf30..bought it for $250 then sent it in..am with you on the 1793 set, I am in the middle of getting a type set of silver and gold for the capped (complete),draped(half cent, cent, half dollar) so am slowly lifting to the flowing hair type set..the fugio is also welcome as is the tree shilling as I'm from Massachusetts and once got to hold a three, six and shilling at the same time, raw...got a 9 of 10 Philly mint peace dollar set in 65...yes I know the 23 can be got for under $100 but the 21 and 28 cant..lol..just looking for a nice 27 which is harder then you'd think...and yes when you pick a road to follow you can get lost in completing the journey more then the cost of getting there, my peace dollar set is valued at $14000 but even when complete it's not getting sold cos the addiction will force me to play the upgrade game till every coin is a minimum of $2000 each.

[@jasondent1411]

I have a full Indian set with the 1877 and 1909 s graded and can understand your mindset...there's always a better cent out there, raw for the album or graded for the quality...I was thankful when the queens beast set started it was only going to be ten coins then came the complete but doable, the tuder setis out now and the old British coins set has begun that will be over 20 coins so it might not be a good follow.

[@vintagesanctuary]

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[@Ben-Carr]

High grade Indian head pennies would be good to get. Key dates are always good, rare buffalo nickels would be cool. 25k is a decent budget for coins for sure.

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[@jwt4810]

This might go a little over the 25K budget but hey these are dream coins: 1795 Flowing Hair Dollar XF40 1798 or 1799 Draped Bust Dollar Heraldic Eagle (Type 2) AU50-55 Type 3 or 4 Seated Liberty Dollar MS63 Trade Dollar MS64

[@CountMeOut33]

I see you

[@tylonnplatinumthe3rd659]

Very good choices. My list would be almost identical

[@alfredparsons6811]

Liberty Seated dimes. Tougher varieties, higher grades.

[@tylonnplatinumthe3rd659]

I think 19th Proof type coins can be found at a bargain still however the biggest upside may be in the world coins. I prefer larger medieval coins thalers, Daalders, Crowns, Reales ect. This market has risen just like the others have but I think it still has a lot of room to climb still. The designs can be incredible and the history that often ties into our own is fascinating. Many of them have very low survival rates and it’s pretty common to pick up Top Pop examples without breaking the bank

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[@Ontario100]

The Ducatons from the 17th and 18th centuries a/k/a the silver riders! I would go for a gold rider with $25k.

[@louissicajr]

US Patterns. You could pick up 2 or 3 or more beautiful and unusual pieces, each with a couple dozen known or less, and be forever a part of numismatic history by having your name on the pedigree of what is technically an uber rarity. What other US Series can you do thatfor $25K?

[@TheCoinGeek]

Good ideas

[@michaelgoodspeed846]

I agree with Ben, but I believe one caveat comes to mind - people will always pay for quality - given the 25K cap, possibly a high grade type collection - this offers collectability in the short term and liquidity in the long term. that is my short answer as the price of precious metals would not affect the collectability but will always be in demand.

[@cheapskatecoins5709]

A few things I would recommend that both make for a great collection and will only increase in value over a lifetime would be 1 - anything with a CC mint mark especially silver dollars, 2 - $3 gold coins, and 3 - old commemorative halfs and dollars. Now for me if I had 25k to spend just on my collection I would be targeting bucket list coins which for my collection would be mostly ancients, a 2014 Gold Kennedy half dollar and I've always wanted a high grade Liberty "V" nickel collection and 3 cent collection both silver and nickel. Definitely agree with Ben, be a collector not just an investor. being a collector gives you the knowledge you need to pick up the right pieces at good prices and not get screwed over on price.

[@TheSteveBoyd]

I've made a lot of swings and misses, but the one area where I've had consistent success is 1936-1952 proof sets - or more specifically, proof half dollars. That's kind of in line with the scarcity argument you make for a '14-D or '09-S VDB. None of these coins are ever going to become LESS rare.

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[@BusyBeeCompany]

At the time of this video I saw a YT'er show a coin he'd been offered for $24,000 but turned it down, it was an ms64 1907 deep relief $20 gold piece with wire rim, I'd have bought that, in these few months the value of a coin in that grade has risen to $40k -$70k...lots of small is good but requires lots of work to sell..quick turn an burn is where real money is made.

[@TheQuickSilver101]

I wish I had $25,000 to spend on collector coins. I'd fill a few holes that I've been wanting to fill for decades. It's fun to dream...

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[@jeffw1267]

Too many people would go for one high-value coin. The problem with that is that you can only sell such a coin as a single unit. Now if you have two hundred and fifty $100 coins, you can sell a few or a lot at a time, you can give one to a young collector, and you can invest in different series of coins. So if some series don't do well over time, then some others will. And of course, quality $100 coins will always be liquid. Dealers know they are easy to sell.

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[@silvermoneyphoenix1624]

Great comment about don't invest in coins but collect them. Also good points on the international coins as well. Key dates and coins from the mexican mint have appreciated greatly over the last couple of years: 1998 libertads, 1921 dos pesos coins, 8 reales, etc.

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[@adamjam9541]

I have a weakness for trade dollars and semi-key dates

[@originalatogscoins]

Gold coins/or maybe key dates.

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[@alwaysseekingsilver]

Decisions, decisions! Maybe key/semi-key Morgan’s or Peace dollars in high grade, or maybe a high grade 1916-D Mercury dime with full split bands. If only we were blessed to have to actually make this decision!

[@steelyjedi1079]

I would buy like 3-4 ounces in gold then just look through the junk silver bins and buy from there

[@Stettenbauer]

Key dates is sound advice. Good feedback Ben. I buy what I like and I don't put all my eggs in one basket.

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[@mradamdsmith]

I have some #1 registry sets on PCGS and NGC that have top pop, and in some cases unique in the grade coins, that were under $1,000. The coins that are the most special to me in my collection aren't wildly expensive, but they rarely come up for sale because people hold onto them. I'd always have one incredible rare coin instead of something I could buy 5 of on eBay now.

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[@edwinduban3520]

REGISTRY SET IS BIG BS TOO. HA HA HA. BUY THE COIN NOT THE HOLDER..THE MORE GREAT EYE APPEAL THE MORE MONEY IN RETURNS.

[@Kenlydford]

Thank you for the information. I’m learning a lot from your experience and insight. I wish more channels would make content like this. Thanks and have a great week.

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[@mjanovec]

As much as it pains me to say it, I would stick with graded (PCGS or NGC) high grade coins. There’s less risk and they will be much easier to re-sell in the future. I would primarily stick with desirable-date Morgan dollars, because they have always been collectible and will always be collectible. A nice set of CC Morgans will have a market long into the future. You may not hit a home run… think base hit or a double… but you won’t be throwing away your investment either. If I had $25k burning a hole on my pocket, I’d personally like to collect the best examples of 19th Century half dollars, including a draped bust, capped bust, seated, and Barber in high grades. But I say that as a collector, not an investor.

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[@nickelhead89]

I would buy a really nice certified Flowing Hair dollar.

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[@winston9505]

Interesting perspective. Thanks!

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[@donaldinnewmexico]

Hi, Ben. If I had $25,000 to spend on coins, I would buy the best $5 Indian Head Proof I could find. For $25,000, I could get a PR63 or PR64 example. I might go for a little higher graded $2.50 Proof Indian. One and done. Another thought would be putting together a key date type set. That would be killer. *TYU*

[@davidortega1365]

This topic is too broad but you gave him a good, solid perspective. Love love the coins you mentioned. 25 k can go along way. If he wants to maximize his dollar he could (with honest guidance) buy raw coins that have a super potential upside and send em in for grading. It may be riskier but he won't pay as much. He must also do his research, make a list, and if he does go for any quality high grade coins they must be slabbed by the big 2! Thanks Ben! Love these topics.

[@mjanovec]

He’d have to be pretty knowledgeable to buy raw coins that could grade well. In which case, he probably wouldn’t need Ben’s advice. If a couple high-dollar coins grade as cleaned, his investment could be suddenly be a lot less valuable. If he buys coins that are already graded by a reputable third party service, he may pay more up front… but he’s guaranteed a much easier sale down the road, with no worries about how they’ll grade.

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[@kaynef6637]

11ozs of gold .lol

[@alfredb175]

I like what you said.

[@SilverWatcher.]

gold all gold. I have silver already. 😊

[@officeguy3]

As I am a collector of ancients, ancient gold coins would be my focus.

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[@LenHere]

Modern commemoratives are the unsung heroes of coin collecting. I love them, they are relatively rare compared to many popular numismatics, they have the same silver content as a Morgan Dollar and few of them sell for much more than generic rounds. If demand ever goes up even a little, they have lots of upward potential; and a few of them already have gone up into the hundreds of dollars. I'm really enjoying the hunt for them.

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[@kayneF1251]

I stack Bullion for my old age and I collect to keep my journey interesting , how can I go wrong with that way of thinking ?

[@mathewalden9277]

Get a high end double eagle from Carson City with 25k. It will always be popular and the more higher end coins are relatively scarce. Otherwise I would get silver or gold bullion.

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[@mth4849]

Do you see the beautiful First Spouse gold coins having long term potential? Ok, never mind. Actually, any silver dollar dated in the 1700's, certified, and in the best condition affordable would be my choice for a starting coin investor.

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[@staleydu1]

A 1916 SLQ likely in 64

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[@brads9896]

I’d buy a 1953 s Franklin half dollar in ms65 fbl

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[@okgroomer1966]

12 oz of gold

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[@SSS-bd6li]

If I had $25K to spend (and I don't)...I'd have to go with one of the following based on aesthetics/historical interest... 1907 High Relief Saint Gaudens in MS64 Nice XF+ Example of a Mark Antony/Cleopatra Denarius Nice looking 1893-S Morgan in AU condition ...I'll keep dreaming:)

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[@TtheSilverStacker]

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[@don951]

Buy as a collector, not an investor. The odds of hitting the home run are slim-to-none. Besides there are much better investments with the markets down. Numismatics are still enjoying their pandemic resurgence. And PMs, although way down, are still higher than they were pre-pandemic. And... have premiums that make them a no-go for investors. How are you going to get your money back? If you have all the money you need, and still want to play... do what Ben said.

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[@TS1r731]

I would get Charlotte and Dahlonaga gold coins in AU straight grades.. then buy gold Buffalos… done

[@shekatagani]

I collect all kinds of coins for my pleasure... I think every coin I have purchased has gone up in value each year I go forward with this endeavor.

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[@charlesadkins7067]

I would put the money in 90 percent silver

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[@SpokaneSilverStacker]

I’d get the 2020 V75 gold eagle. Then finish off my key date Morgan’s, 94 P 93s 79cc. Try to maximize the rest of the $ get the best deal I could find to get the Morgans.

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[@jppagetoo]

I like foreign coins like Mexico. I think as time passes countries come to realize the need to save their own history. The Mexican stuff is cool. So are the early Central and South American coins. Buy the coin because you like it, even if it doesn't gain value, at least you have something you enjoy.

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[@1mmickk]

$25k worth of quarters and go straight to the slot machines.

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[@spartanumismatics8165]

I primarily collect English coins from Henry VII-Edward VII.

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[@JD-fx1mb]

I would purchase 5 PCGS MS62 1877 Indian cent

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[@evenruderanger7617]

This sounds like a question SETH CHANDLER would ask because he is used to spending $25,000 on a coin. Haha it’s probably not, but still…

[@tomcat2395]

I would not spend £25k investing on Coins. Property/land is the way to go

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[@machine260292]

Low premium gold coins

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[@haroldmclean3755]

If it were my 25 K, I would avoid Proofs Gold and Silver and Aim for the TOP POPULATION or the population below of Buisness Strikes of popular sets, not just the key dates , Your MONEY will go further and even Common dates in popular series in MS 68, 69 or 70 are VERY HARD to come by and demand a Premium QUALITY & BULK

[@scottmorris7546]

Most of these commenters prefer rare high premium coins. During normal times, they may appreciate more. These times are not normal. Precious metals are a hedge against fiat currency inflation or collapse. In a barter scenario, the date on the coin wont matter to the average person. Give me low premiums- I like the common date pre 33 $5 and $10 US gold.

[@marshallprice8503]

I try to buy 50,000 in coins...

[@rexorgnomeater811]

did you really read the federalist papers?

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