Ep.46 - What's Going on at the Coin Show with Greg Allen #numismatics #rarecoins #coincollecting

In this episode, Greg Allen, a seasoned coin dealer and former attorney, shares insider insights on navigating coin shows, dealer strategies, and the nuances of the numismatic market. Discover how to optimize your experience, understand dealer behaviors, and learn the secrets behind successful coin trading. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cabbage Coins Podcast 01:10 Greg Allen's Journey into Coin Collecting 02:56 Understanding Coin Shows and Dealer Strategies 04:56 Types of Coin Shows and Their Purposes 09:11 Different Types of Dealers at Coin Shows 13:06 Retail vs. Wholesale Transactions 18:55 Building Relationships in the Coin Market 24:39 The Dynamics of Coin Grading and Upgrading 26:02 Diverse Dealer Specializations at Coin Shows 28:04 Strategies for Selling Coins Effectively 28:53 Understanding the Concept of Splitting in Coin Deals 30:29 Types of Buyers in the Coin Market 34:29 Pre-Show Activities and Dealer Strategies 36:45 Setup Day: The Calm Before the Show 38:49 The Importance of Staying Until the End of the Show 41:29 The Auction Landscape: Changes and Adaptations 50:06 Public Show Hours and Security Measures 50:32 The Importance of Dinners in Coin Collecting 51:52 Formal Dinners and Networking Opportunities 52:12 Understanding Dealer Dynamics at Shows 55:01 The Economics of Show Pricing and Bargains https://www.pngdealers.org/ https://www.money.org/ https://www.gacc.show/ Where to find Tony and Cabbage Coins: https://cabbagecoins.com/ Email: [email protected] IG: @cabbage_coins How to contact Greg Allen: Email: [email protected] https://cabbagecoins.com/collectorser... Intro/Outro Music - "Obverse Fields" by Timothy Gryckiewicz