Before you make a significant purchase, whether it is a car or a house, you likely research both the product and its seller. If you are interested in buying rare coins, you should stand firm in this policy. The best way to determine if a seller is reputable is to look for Professional Numismatists Guild (PNG) membership. This trusted non-profit organization is composed of the nation’s leading rare coin and paper money experts was founded in 1955. They uphold a strict set of guidelines for their affiliates, so you can feel confident about your investment. Here are three reasons why working with a PNG coin dealer will pay off.

3 Reasons to Go to a PNG Coin Dealer

They Are Experienced

The guild requires PNG coin dealers to have at least five years of numismatic experience. In other words, they cannot simply jump into the coin collecting field.  We here at Coins Plus have over 40 years!   PNG members must be well-versed in numismatics  and ensure your purchase matches the advertised value. 

They Have a Sizable Selection

As a coin collector, your interests may lie in a specific era of history or series of coins . To find items from this period, as well as learn about other interesting pieces throughout history, the seller should have a sizable inventory. That is why PNG members are required to have over $175,000 of numismatic assets. In addition to giving you an impressive selection, this prerequisite will also validate the coin dealer’s claims of experience. 

They Are Respected

PNG members represent the most respected coin dealers in the industry, so you can rest assured of the integrity of your dealer. For example, all PNG members elected to the guild  are required to honor the Coin Collectors’ Bill of Rights. Additionally, PNG members must promise to surrender to binding arbitration if a dispute arises, so you can feel confident in the investment knowing they will be held accountable by the organization if any question arises.

To read the Collectors Bill of Rights or learn more about PNG you can go to www.pngdealers.org.

If you’re looking for a qualified coin dealer, turn to Coins Plus, the only PNG member in the Greater Cincinnati area. They have been providing rare coin enthusiasts with excellent service since 1972. To learn more about their appraisal skills, visit their website. You can also call (513) 621-1996 to speak with this PNG coin dealer yourself.