The Cabbage Coins Podcast

In this episode of the Cabbage Coins Podcast, host Tony Gryckiewicz welcomes Brandon Blakney to discuss Canadian numismatics. They explore Brandon's journey into coin collecting, the unique aspects of Canadian coins, and delve into specific examples such as Newfoundland's two dollar gold coins and the Voyager series. The conversation highlights the history, grading, and collecting strategies for Canadian coins, providing valuable insights for enthusiasts. In this conversation, they explore the intricacies of coin preservation and the importance of understanding historical context when evaluating coins. The discussion highlights the rarity and value of specific coins, particularly the 1948 dollar, which is considered the king of Canadian silver coins. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the need for a holistic approach to grading and collecting, making it an educational experience for numismatics enthusiasts.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Numismatics and Canadian Coins01:55 Brandon's Journey into Coin Collecting05:10 Understanding Canadian Numismatics09:04 Exploring Newfoundland's Two Dollar Gold Coins19:34 The Voyager Series and Canadian Dollar Coins26:25 Key Dates in Canadian Fifty Cent Coins31:12 The Unique Twenty Cent Pieces of New Brunswick40:05 Discovering Rare Coins41:52 The Significance of Canadian Coins44:47 Grading Challenges in Numismatics49:02 Understanding Coin Preservation51:52 The Importance of Historical Context57:07 Identifying Key Dates in Coinage64:35 The Evolution of Canadian Minting69:29 The King of Canadian Silver CoinsWhere to find Tony and Cabbage Coins:https://cabbagecoins.com/Email: [email protected]: @cabbage_coinsWhere to find Brandon Blakney:Email: [email protected] Show Schedule:https://cabbagecoins.com/coinshows/

In this episode of the Cabbage Coins podcast, host Tony Gryckiewicz welcomes back Tony Littlejohn to discuss his journey in coin collecting, particularly focusing on the Everyman set and the nuances of AU58 and AU58+ coins. They explore the market trends, pricing, and the importance of eye appeal in coin grading, while also highlighting specific coins from Littlejohn's collection. The conversation also touches on the subjectivity of grading and the impact of registry sets on coin values. They explore strategies for auctioning collections, the challenges of competing with other collectors, and the significance of personal connections in the coin market. The discussion wraps up with reflections on future collecting plans and the unique experiences that come from engaging with the coin community.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cabbage Coins Podcast01:01 Tony Littlejohn's Coin Collecting Journey02:22 Understanding the Everyman Set05:21 The Evolution of the Everyman Collection09:06 Market Trends and Pricing of AU58 Coins15:11 The Appeal of AU58+ Coins21:39 Highlights from the Collection24:25 The Importance of Eye Appeal in Coins30:53 Coin Collection Insights34:46 The Value of Premium Coins38:53 Exploring Gold Coins42:21 Understanding Grading and Plus Coins47:54 Subjectivity in Coin Grading50:18 The Joy of Collecting Coins53:00 Building and Valuing Coin Sets56:25 The Auction Dilemma: Selling as a Set vs. Individually60:51 Future Plans and Ongoing Collections63:39 The Importance of Coin Shows70:41 Closing Thoughts and Future ConversationsWhere to find Tony and Cabbage Coins:https://cabbagecoins.com/Email: [email protected]: @cabbage_coinsCheck out www.cabbagecoins.com for great US numismatics

In this episode of the Cabbage Coins Podcast, host Tony Gryckiewicz welcomes Doug Winter, a renowned expert in pre-33 gold coins. They discuss Doug's journey in numismatics, the excitement of discovering fresh coins, and the unique characteristics of early branch mint coins. The conversation also delves into market trends, the joys of collecting Charlotte and Dahlonega mint examples, and the significance of plate coins. Doug shares insights on specific coin examples, highlighting their rarity and investment potential, while emphasizing the importance of tracking population data in the numismatic market.00:00 Introduction to Cabbage Coins and Guest Doug Winter01:44 Doug Winter's Journey in Numismatics05:51 Approaching Early Branch Mint Coins09:56 Market Trends and Investment Insights17:36 Examining Specific Coin Examples22:05 Understanding Plate Coins and Their Significance30:18 High-Grade Charlotte Coins and Their Rarity34:13 Exploring Dahlonega Gold Coins37:31 The Duke's Creek Collection40:27 Understanding Charlotte Coins43:32 The Significance of Original Surfaces46:55 The Unique 1861 Dahlonega Coin49:42 The Rarity of the 1856 Dahlonega Coin51:31 The Historical Context of 1861 Coins56:23 The Legacy of Eamon Carter58:45 The Influence of John J. Pittman62:55 Final Thoughts on Collecting CoinsWhere to find Tony and Cabbage Coins:https://cabbagecoins.com/Email: [email protected]: @cabbage_coinsWhere to find Doug and DWN:https://raregoldcoins.com/Email: [email protected] Shows:https://cabbagecoins.com/coinshows/

In this episode, Jacob Matiyevsky shares his expertise on coin toning, focusing on how to evaluate the expected premium of toned Morgan dollars and other coins. Listeners will learn about different types of toning, market values, and what makes a coin a 'monster' in the numismatic world.Chapters00:00 Introduction to coin toning and market insights02:02 Evaluating premiums based on toning quality04:06 Examples of high-end toned Morgan dollars06:05 Identifying terminal toning and its effects08:10 The significance of vibrant colors and pattern09:51 What makes a coin a 'monster' in toning12:01 Market value ranges for different toning levels14:02 The role of auction venues and private sales16:08 The importance of color, luster, and pattern in valuation18:05 Special types of toning: end roll and bag toning20:06 How coin condition and grade influence value22:09 The rarity and market for toned Morgan dollars23:53 The appeal of proof gold and other rare coins26:14 The impact of grade on high-value coins27:54 Market trends and where to buy or sell toned coins30:00 The importance of photography and presentation31:58 Final thoughts on collecting and valuing toned coinsWhere to find Tony and Cabbage Coins:https://cabbagecoins.com/Email: [email protected]: @cabbage_coinsWhere to find Jacob and Monster Toned Morgans:https://www.monstertonedmorgans.com/IG: @monstertonedmorgansEmail: [email protected] coin show schedule:https://cabbagecoins.com/coinshows/Thanks for watching. Please be sure to like, comment and subscribe!

In this episode, Jacob Matiyevsky shares expert insights on how to evaluate the value of toned Morgan dollars, focusing on color, coverage, and brightness to determine premium pricing. Tony Gryckiewicz guides the discussion with real examples, helping collectors and dealers understand what makes a coin more desirable and valuable. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode with Jacob. We will look at 35 examples to understand the market on these colorful coins!Chapters00:00 Introduction and guest background00:29 Jacob's recent business update and market trends02:12 Approaching toning and premium expectations02:37 Examining examples from low to high premium toning03:41 Focus on color and grade in valuation04:48 Light toning and its market impact06:06 Colors and brightness influencing premiums07:18 Coverage and pattern of toning11:16 Vibrant colors and their premium potential17:17 Pattern and character in toning23:52 Subjectivity and market factors in pricing36:04 Luster and its role in desirability44:47 Unique patterns and eye appeal48:10 Proof-like surfaces and their premium50:40 Color variation and collector preferencesWhere to find Tony and Cabbage Coins:https://cabbagecoins.com/Email: [email protected]: @cabbage_coinsWhere to find Jacob and Monster Toned Morgans:https://www.monstertonedmorgans.com/IG: @monstertonedmorgansEmail: [email protected] coin show schedule:https://cabbagecoins.com/coinshows/Thanks for watching. Please be sure to like, comment and subscribe!