Who am I?

Professional Numismatic Dealer
and Consultant for 40 Years

What Have I Done?

I have handled, developed and sold many of the finest rare coin collections
(Colonials through Modern Issues) in the country including:

• Rare Colonial issues, including several 1792 issues

• Assemblage of specialized collections of all early U.S. coins by die variety

• Simultaneous ownership and subsequent sale of two high quality 1838-O 50¢

• Assisted in the completion of the finest collection of Double Eagles ever assembled, including the 1927-D

• Sale of the Wilkison Gold Pattern Collection in 1973, and later bought and sold individual pieces including the unique 1907 Indian Head $20, the 1872 6-piece Amazonian Set and 1874 Bickford $10

• Participation as a bourse dealer at hundreds of local, regional and national coin shows and conventions

• Attendance at every major U.S. auction held since 1968, representing as many as 25 bidders at the same time

• Consultation to corporations, dealers, and collectors in order to develop, build and expand collections as well as being instrumental in the promotion of the numismatic hobby

• Recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Professional Numismatists Guild

What Can I Do For You?

With total confidentiality, I will tailor my services to fit your needs, and:

• Assist in the formation (or location) of any U.S. coin or currency collection

• Counsel collectors, dealers and corporations on any aspect of the numismatic business or hobby

• Act as personal representative for any numismatic transaction at a maximum commission of 10%

• Appraise collections or individual pieces on an hourly basis

• Assist in the ORDERLY disposition of current holdings at current values.  PLEASE ASK FOR A COPY OF MY NEW BROCHURE ON THIS SUBJECT.

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Outstanding references available from collectors, investors, dealers and institutions from all regions of the country. Inquiries invited from qualified and serious individuals, businesses and institutions by letter or telephone. Or, stop by my table at any of the major shows. I have a table at all of them! If you are in the Washington, D.C. area, make sure you visit my shop: Bonanza Coin.