Buying $40 eBay Coin Grab Bags Online... Unboxing & Review - How Did We Do?

I'd always been curious about these since I was a little kid browsing eBay, so I finally decided to go for it and just buy a few! I spent $82.06 to see whether or not I had been missing out for all these years and I got an answer. There were definitely some neat individual coins and it's always fun to do a hunt - no matter what type - and I'd love to hear if you have any similar or different experience with these guys! Definitely a big part of coin collecting is figuring out what to do and what not to do and I hope this video answers some of your questions there. Remember that I was providing retail-ish values... coin shops would be tougher than what I was offering.
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[@bladesilver7190]

You only get garbage from these slimes on Ebay. They prey on the new collector's who don't know any better.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

It's really too bad!

[@NandiCollector]

So true!

[@NandiCollector]

They prey on the new collector's who don't know any better.

[@NachoFreckle]

I almost bought one, but I knew I would most likely get scammed.

[@NandiCollector]

@@NachoFreckle don't ever buy these bags. They are overpriced.

[@regnij01]

Seller: *puts random Indian in 1909 VDB slot* Buyers: :0 Seller: _you fool, you fell for one of the classic blunders_

[@yacov_coins1880]

The most famous is never get involved in a landwar in Asia, but only slightly less well known is this, never go in against a Sicilian when death is on the line. Hahahaha

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Haha it's crazy!

[@pppwkotermandju592]

Yacov_Coins d

[@jamesgoss1860]

Double face value for circulated clad dimes, yeah sure. These sellers....

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Wild haha

[@misterscorbunny5524]

@@TreasureTownCoins Hope you gave them negatives

[@firearmsstudent]

It looks like they took all of the valuable coins out of the folders and sent you the rest.

[@visaman]

Or it was a collection that they started 20 years ago and never got around to finishing.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

I think so! Was a bummer.

[@FreedomStacker]

Biting the bullet so your Subscribers don't have too, kudos good Sir *FS

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Thanks FS!

[@jay-rus4437]

Sickening. Im a seller on ebay and would NEVER do something like this to a buyer. I have to sleep at night and keep a clean conscience. This is pure misrepresentation from thieves

[@timothyhelton3029]

Do you sell coins on ebay

[@gabrielgan369]

Really? Oh cool, can you link it?

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Thanks for being upstanding!

[@orchidquack]

Jay- Rus link please

[@jrtjonathanwinchell3955]

I like your subject and letting individuals like myself to be informed. I also liked your previous video on the top 10 to avoid buying coins. Thank you for sharing. I've been collecting since 1978. I first started collecting Mercury Dimes I am about four coins short in completion of my mercury dimes in my dansco album.

[@fernandochavez4312]

For a young collector just getting started, every coin is exciting. When I got started my dad to me to the flea market where I bought five wheat pennies for a quarter. Your video is great and very helpful.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Thanks Fernando!

[@Silverpicker]

Definitely a scam. Nice job on the video, though! Fun to be able to sit on the sideline on this one lol

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Thanks! These were really horrible. Makes me want to start selling some that is essentially just material we can't move in the coin shop but actually retail valued at $50.. things like old sets and cull silver dollars. Merry Christmas / Happy Holidays man!

[@Silverpicker]

@@TreasureTownCoins Having more people like you guys selling honest grab bags would be amazing. So far the only fair grab bag I found is also out of an LCS (Main St. Rare Coins in CT). It's a win-win when a store sells it's slow moving merch in grab bags as long as they offer the value paid (or usually a bit more). I'd certainly buy one if you guys did that!

[@ralphhudnell8887]

Ihavecoinsandstampsforsale

[@b.anonymous8120]

Thanks for sharing! Glad that you are highlighting how these unscrupulous coin vendors are taking advantage of less sophisticated buyers.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Hoping no one gets scammed!

[@272global]

I love !! I bought one out of curiosity and I feel these are a great idea for families to do something together.

[@billrundell2097]

Thank you for exposing what an e-bag coin grab bag is all about. $80 of crap is worth crap. This was a total scam Job. If I were a coin collector, I would not even store these coins. Being a stacker, the the 90% silver dimes are worth $2 each. I would not want even hold onto them. You did your viewers a HUGE service by exposing this internet fraud.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

I appreciate that!

[@rickbruce6490]

Thanks for doing this saves us money really appreciate this video appreciate everything you do man I would love to have your job... you get to learn a lot

[@TreasureTownCoins]

For sure!

[@fhbbi]

i found more than that metal detecting! And i do it for the passion, not the profit. Hehe!

[@TreasureTownCoins]

That's awesome! Same.. gotta get back out there metal detecting!

[@UrbanDKaye]

Hey Christian, thanks for taking one for the team. lol Your vid confirms what I'd suspected: you get half what you pay for with lots. That Bicentennial first day cover made me smile - in 1976 they churned out merch like that by the trainload.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Haha it was a tough video but ended up being worth it to save other people money.

[@tomkaraitiana6136]

Rip off bro, some off them even say unsearched but at least one silver coin? " Unseached " 🤔🤣

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Hahaha yeah total ripoff. Glad a lot of people are seeing how bad they are!

[@steelersjourney11111]

A Lot Of Those Coins If You Brought Them Into A Coin Shop You Would Get Laughed At !

[@TreasureTownCoins]

For sure!

[@barbarag.seaverson4790]

I always wondered what was in those bags, now I know.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Same! Bummer how weak they were.

[@seant9306]

Thank you for the information you have shared, I do hope this shows some of the garbage that is being passed off on us in the collecting community. I know for every one good reputable seller, there are 10 bad ones. I personally would never pay more than $20 for an eBay grab bag, but you have just shown us why eBay is full of pitfalls. Very good work!

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Thanks Sean!

[@gordonwiessner6327]

So, you got about $10.00 worth of chump change.

[@xmotomitchx4213]

I'm a very new collector. I bought a $80 grab bag. I know it's probably not worth the money, but the mystery and variety can be very exciting for a new collector. I dont have time to go to garage sales or anything so it's nice

[@goldhound6105]

I knew I was old when I heard a kid say "when I was a kid" so thanks for that

[@GDSavingThePast]

I ignore those grab bags on eBay but it is now good to know they really are not a good value. Thanks for sharing. I have bought some cent rolls on eBay over the years and had mixed results. The ones I bought maybe 10 years ago sold for less money than what I now see and I did find a number of Indian heads and earlier dates back then.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

For sure! I get the excitement / video content out of it, but they're really not a good investment.

[@bradmoberly6164]

5.50 for a walking liberty half. Maybe if you buy a roll. Most dealers try to get about 7-8$ a piece on the low end. I agree with your accessment on the lots though. Try junk drawer lots on eBay for coins. Some of them aren't too bad. If they don't get bid up too much

[@robertfeinberg748]

Don't forget that the Bicentennial package includes a useful plastic golf ball marker.

[@hiddentruth1982]

who ever that first lot was bought a collection and took out all the semi and key dates, then passed on what was left. you could see where coins were in there at one point.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

True!

[@daymist1969]

Enjoyed the hunt looking forward to seeing more thank you

[@TreasureTownCoins]

For sure!

[@ranchocopper]

We sell EBay lots and they are NOT a ripoff! We take pride in what we sell. I would feel bad taking peoples money knowing I was “ripping “ them off. There area some GREAT grab bags on EBay. I have purchased them myself too. Hope you buy one of those. Love your videos and growth as a stacker/seller 😀

[@TreasureTownCoins]

That is cool!

[@raymondmartinez5624]

That sucks but i do love these type of videos and i wouldnt mind buying a grab bag from you because id,know,it would be fair. Great video and channel keep up the good work

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Haha I'd try my best to make it fair! Might look into doing those by the end of the summer.

[@pokeysluck4933]

Nice video. This was fun. Bummer you don’t get more value, but in my opinion you were paying for the surprise and variety. Not bad for a collector that wants to be inspired to branch out in other types of collecting

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Could be true! Wasn't great but was a cool vid to make.

[@DougSimpsonDDS]

Make sure to leave some negative feedback.

[@stirfry4751]

Kills your credibility lol

[@TreasureTownCoins]

I ended up doing so.

[@inhawaii4941]

About 8 years ago i almost bought a grab bag on ebay but i knew something like this would happen

[@unclemayhem6696]

If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

[@gussuperman7565]

My young friend Cheistian you got bamboozled. I feel bad for you , but I wish you success in your endeavours. God bless y'all.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

God bless man! And it's okay.. pretty much expected the result.

[@carlvarlblanchard6385]

your Awesome My Man keep it up

[@daver8521]

Yes, there are some good ones, but few and far between. Always check the seller's feedback, especially the negative feedback!

[@TreasureTownCoins]

A good point!

[@thunderclipper]

I mean as expected, it’s just several youtubers have posted videos claiming “3x” value (and a link to their own postings) as a scam for their own profit. Horrible how they deceive their viewers and fellow coin collectors for a profit. Thank you for the realistic video.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Glad to provide!

[@ericwbergeron7909]

I give folks 3x melt rate for silver,,they always seem happy..so many have no clue..I don't consider it theft.

[@gcbranger1189]

the most valuable item in those 2 lots is the draw string bag and the walker. consider doing business with portsmouth coin shop, coin help u, on the grab bags.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Thanks!

[@joelbizzell1386]

I learned my lesson on "grab bags" buying grab bags of baseball cards as a kid. My dad tried to explain that it was a bad idea. I should have listened. 😆

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Haha rings home!

[@farmlyfe857]

You can use all the pennies from the second bag to fill the album from the first hahaha

[@rosebud3971]

Thanks and it's a good policy to buy specific coins from reputable dealers. Grab bags are a scam as are "unsearched" rolls.

[@timothyloyd8519]

Thanks man u saved me some money.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Better me than you!

[@VicGreenBitcoin]

45 eBay seller disliked this video...

[@harryscoinsvillage786]

DONT WORRY DEAR FRIEND CHRISTIAN ABOUT THIS E BAY PACKAGE.YOU WORTH MORE BY BILLIONS TIMES MORE.YOU ARE A TRULY AND HONEST COIN HOST AND YOUR HELP TO US IS MORE VALUABLE THAN GOLD SINCERELY☺👍❤

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Thanks so much man! Really appreciate your support!

[@Binary_Bloom]

Tbh u were kinda generous on the values. An uncirculated state quarter is worth a quarter lol

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Agreed!

[@yogabratachakraborty4433]

AGAIN A NICE ANALYSIS 💝💝🌼🌼

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Thanks Yogabrata!

[@KSCuberOfficial]

I've gotten lucky and bought some ok value lots when I started collecting a long time ago. 95%+ are garbage though. I think I paid around $30 for two "unsearched" wheat cent rolls and came away with $60-70 in value from a 1922 D, 1913 S, and 1909 VDB

[@TreasureTownCoins]

That's awesome!

[@piscesboylv]

If only we knew of a reputable seller that truly sold unsearched coins that would be a great value

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Would be awesome! They are tough to find for sure.

[@t.b.willoughby6540]

# 4:02 That is called a "First Day Cover" (FDC). With the medallion included, it now becomes a "Philatelic-Medallic Cover" (PMC). If there was a coin in the "window," it would be a "Philatelic-Numismatic Cover" (PNC) or more commonly a "Commemorative Coin Cover" (CCC). Pretty common piece, thought NOT from the mint (because of the medallion.) #6:06 $2.50 "spending money" and a folder worth *about) $1.00 (if they give you any more Whitman folders.) .#9:03 More "spending money" (No surprise there's no silver in any of the folders where silver (90% or 45%) should be. # 10:39 I would value the "FDC" at $2.00 9the most). All four Whitman folders should go for $1.00 TOTAL!

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Cool! Thanks for the comment. And yeah, the nasty folder is worth like -$2.00 haha so overall folders were probably a negative lol

[@t.b.willoughby6540]

@@TreasureTownCoins One of the coin clubs I attend usually has a bunch of the Whitmans in "donations" for One to $5 for 3 or more folders for bidding. (Of course they're all empty and in used condition.

[@Car1Sagan]

Thank you for buying my overpriced crap.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Hahaha

[@silenthunger3472]

You bought somebody's pocket change and what ever was in the Coin Star return tray, thanks for outing the scoundrels. One recommendation for you and your watchers. Reading some of the feedback helps to know they are legit or just trying to sell crap. I and many others will often leave positive feedback because we couldn't claim it was a complete rip off but all the same will say things like, "no silver, all modern junk, etc and then occasionally they will send out a good one and get glowing feedback. This type of thing keeps them just out of trouble so they can keep running the scam. Coin buyers buy huge lots of coins, squeeze the value out and resell all the crap to the unsuspecting public. This keeps revenue coming in to finance future purchases. Believe it....

[@TreasureTownCoins]

It's a real bummer.

[@JessicaBertzyk]

Did you end up getting your money back on these lots?

[@extraselection2423]

I sell grab bags on eBay and I make around $2 on each bag after shipping, my coin shop guy gives me a great deal and I really think I give people a good value. It’s also a $40 grab bag but nothing like these.

[@christiancampbell8252]

Drop eBay link?

[@donaldbothe3518]

I ignore these mostly, learned that they were scammy early on. I only touch world coin bulk sellers and even then some of them have some overpriced bad lots( but mostly decent experiences with these guys)

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Good plan!

[@shaneyork300]

Thank you for doing the homework for all of us! I actually tried to order "unsearched" wheat cents from Pinehurst Coins, the same place you bought your V-nickels from, but couldn't get the order done. I tried over the phone and the wouldn't do it then I tried to set up an account couldn't do that, so I tried calling for assistance (this is a couple days after I tried putting the order in over the phone) but no one answered and no voicemail was set up. So I ordered from someone on eBay that had sold over 14,000 hope that's an ok move. I'll see at Christmas as this is a gift for my daughter and I to share/battle!! Have a GREAT Day!!!

[@TreasureTownCoins]

I bet it will be a really fun experience! I remember opening rolls that were (looking back) junk with my dad when I was like 6 but it's my earliest concrete coin collecting experience and an awesome one. I had a ton of fun. Enjoy Christmas man!

[@themacz1671]

Go to your local coin dealer and search pawn shops some interesting finds there most times

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Agreed!

[@kcleach9312]

got to keep in mind people are not going to give you anything worth more than you pay!! if they are honest they will equal what you pay but most people dont care and will give you just enough to not get in trouble !

[@armandofromthevault9775]

Great video. I think you should tell them you are going to list them as sellers if they don't return you money. I think I would purchase a grab bag from you. Thanks for sharing.

[@roberttrotter1502]

I don't do much coin collecting so I have to admit I just skipped to the end for curiosity... And damn, hope there were at least some ones that were cool at least even if they didnt have much turn around... Thanks for the video and I will look out for your videos in the future :)... -b

[@TreasureTownCoins]

All good! Was a fun hunt and glad some non-collectors are watching!

[@t.b.willoughby6540]

#4:11 First Day Cover featuring a se-tenet of the signing of the Constitution (about $5.00). #5:44 ALL clad Dimes + "Face Value + Folder ($1.50) = $2.50 = $3.50. #7:44 3¢ each ("Wheaties") + $0,50 I"Indian") + $1.50 (Folder). #8:23 - #9:23 "Face Value" + Folder. #11:59 & on except for the Proof cinis, I could use them in pocket change (or "replacements in my collection). The silver coins, again, would go into my collection, or "stacked" in my "scrap" silver pile. I'd call these two "bags" a "bust" like MOST "Grab Bags."

[@kennethgibson3296]

Hey brother your awesome young man biting the bullet trying to protect ppl you get awarded for it one day.. like the old sayin goes they are no honor among thieves and they will come a time when they will reap what they sow they will wish that they hadn’t done ppl that way it be to late then.. great video Brother I always enjoy your content God Bless..

[@bluescoins1199]

the second bag was better, i was hoping better for you with these type of bags it can be a crap shoot , am sure there are some grab bags are are really worth it and are done right. take care

[@TreasureTownCoins]

You too! Hope you had an awesome Christmas and have a great New Year!

[@MonnaieCOLLECTOR]

bonjour, vert nice unboxing, liked ty

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Merci beaucoup

[@nightwishfan2006]

Which eBay store did you buy these two packages from so I can avoid them.

[@debbys-abqnm4537]

Us gals appreciate your videos, too! 😊

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Thanks!

[@robin56rf78]

16:46 It looks like 1917 for the Mercury Dime.

[@jonathancsmelko2361]

I think it would be cool if you offered grab bags to your subscribers. Thanks for the information.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Could think about it!

[@drakesavory2019]

The probem is NOT that they don't give what the promise. The problem is what they actually promise is not what the buyer THINKS it promises.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Good point - but they did promise a certain amount of value!

[@thatsalotofsodiumcoins1615]

If it’s listed as grab bag is bad and if it’s a real great offer it’s either fake or coins somebody inherited and don’t know what there worth and you should probably tell them that they should do some research on the coins Edit for spelling

[@cherylpertuch1478]

That sucks! It would be really cool to find a place that sold change by the pound that you get to go thru!

[@TreasureTownCoins]

For sure!

[@tromboneman3037]

I'm working on buying up the stuff needed to start selling some actual decent, interesting grab bags.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Awesome!

[@shepirate4651]

Phew you really took ine for team with this ebayer! Fun video tho 😊 do you leave reviews in these Ebay stores?

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Thanks! I left a negative review.

[@handduggraverdronline]

You take the 1909 wheat and set aside like it's worth something more then 1 buck. I have hundreds of 1909 they're common

[@duanewhite3184]

They popped out all the valuable silver ones and in the pennies they took all the good ones out of that too

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Was really a bummer!

[@teresaj8068]

Great info Thank you!

[@TreasureTownCoins]

For sure!

[@jesseclayborn3805]

I bought a similar little package off of eBay I paid $28 for it I got three Mercury dimes a regular dime and a gram silver bar and some gold flake so definitely buyer beware on these things it's more than a scam when to put a review for the person I got it from and it won't let me put a negative review for 7 days so definitely not what they say it is I like the video informing the public of these people that are praying on us

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Sorry about that. Wanted to raise awareness with this video!

[@jesseclayborn3805]

It happens definitely appreciate your videos and I'm going to subscribe I appreciate all that you do for us thanks again

[@jessicamickey3902]

Just wondering.. it seems to me u own a coin shop or do you work at one?

[@mikeschoolcraft21]

I need several of the nickels and pennies to finish my albums. Only need 2 Mercury dimes, too bad they are 1916 d and 1921 d the most expensive.

[@Lilsaint89.]

You got played my guy 😂

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Haha yeah was a bummer

[@Verto1413]

16:46 I can barely read it but it's a 1917, it might be beat to hell but hey at least its an older mercury dime

[@MikeysPocketChange]

Wow very interesting! It's almost like you're gambling your money to hope you can get more than what you paid for! Awesome video though! Thank you for doing it so we don't have to! God bless!

[@eyeborg3148]

Mikey's Pocket Change I’d rather gamble my money a casino. At least there you’d have a chance to make money whereas you’ll always lose on these rip off “grab bag” lots

[@TreasureTownCoins]

God bless Mikey! Thanks for the comment - doesn't seem like a great bet.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Interesting perspective, Kevin.

[@Totally_Not_A_Pigeon]

“I don’t have it in me to rip people off” -Christian

[@steven2212]

Great idea, love this. Buyer beware right?

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Exactly! Appreciate it!

[@fiatdestroyer9716]

Wow, it seems like pretty much all these grab bags are just rip-offs. Sorry you had to do that!

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Was pretty bummed about HOW bad they were. I thought they'd be weak but not AWFUL.

[@thorned10]

The two cent is cool

[@donnalcoin8548]

Some people just want others money. Thanks for the education 👍.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

For sure!

[@MT-ic9xj]

What's the shop that you buy your coins ?(your grab bags)

[@midnitesilverrun8631]

All this stuff is either from garage sales or junk lots to resell again for more on eBay.

[@theworldwidehistoryofhisto2868]

the date on that Mercury dime looks like 1917.

[@KSCuberOfficial]

I would urge younger collectors to scour the bargain bins and similar at coin shows if your town has one instead of buying something like these. You'll get a good variety of interesting coins for market or less.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

I think that's a great way to do it. Good to hear from you! Hope you had an awesome Christmas and have a great New Year!

[@neggispringfeild]

When looking on ebay for coin lots you really need to find the right people usually people who dont sell coins often. If it has any garuntees then most likely it is searched through junk... I love the ideas of these lots but most people I see buying these lots for youtube videos get ones with garuntees which is great for refund not as much for potential value. Also be careful I bought a lot once and was real excited to get it and an empty box arrived.

[@neggispringfeild]

Sometimes those seller apps like mercari and letgo and such you find better non scammy deals and at least can negotiate a bit

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Wow - that's terrible that nothing arrived. Going to look for some good deals!

[@jamiesuvo7420]

If you were to sell them I would buy from you because I can see how honest you are which is a good thing not a bad thing I think is it is a scumbag move that these are the seller's have done

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Thanks a bunch, Jamie!!

[@pilgrim7779]

I bought a fairly rare half dollar coin from a seller on ebay once. When it arrived it was obviously bent, which the seller never disclosed and there was no way you could tell from the pictures. Of course, when I contacted the seller he denied everything and said that it must have happened in the mail and too bad that I didn't pay extra for shipping insurance. The bubble mailer that the coin was shipped in was in perfect condition so there was no way it happened in transit! There are lots of dishonest sellers out there!

[@liamkaufman3274]

Should've started a case with ebay. It's the seller's responsibility during shipping, no yours. This coming from a sellef

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Aw man! Sorry to hear about that.

[@RealAntek]

thanks for the video!

[@TreasureTownCoins]

For sure!

[@garystraw9200]

Yhea I got one and was dissatisfied with the purchase, I got a indian head penny that was so wore out. They said something about gold 24k that was certified that was some garbage leaf that probably has very little hold at all jewels were broken and all in all was waste of 💰.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Sorry about that!

[@ambeth2376]

Thanks for the warning. Make sure you rate the seller so other buyers can read.

[@TreasureTownCoins]

I ended up doing so.

[@archaeologymikey0072]

Any full steps in the nickel albums

[@TreasureTownCoins]

Unfortunately no.

[@handduggraverdronline]

Why would you think someone going to give you 70 dollar in coin for 40 bucks? I get that they claim that but why believe it

[@compagordo5248]

Hey I have one k5999599l is it worth anything