Ep.51 - Young Coin Dealer Bryce Bergstrom of GenAlphaCoins #coin #numismatics #collecting

In this episode of the Cabbage Coins podcast, host Tony Gryckiewicz interviews Bryce Bergstrom, a young coin collector and dealer. They discuss Bryce's journey into coin collecting, his favorite coin shows, and the excitement of negotiating coin purchases. The conversation delves into various types of coins, including bust and seated liberty coins, and the importance of coin grading and market value. They also explore the investment potential of certain coins and the historical significance behind them. They also discuss the grading of coins, particularly gold coins, and the factors that influence their value. The dialogue highlights the beauty and complexity of coin collecting, emphasizing the significance of quality over price.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Cabbage Coins Podcast01:08 Bryce's Journey into Coin Collecting02:33 Favorite Coin Shows and Experiences04:00 Coin Purchases and Negotiations06:21 Evaluating Coin Grades and Market Value09:58 Discussion on Bust Coinage12:04 Exploring Seated Liberty Coins14:57 The Significance of Coin Design and History18:38 Investment Potential in Seated and Trade Dollars23:29 Understanding Coin Markings and Their Significance25:03 The History and Value of Trade Dollars26:27 The Allure of Chop Marks in Coin Collecting28:58 Exploring Seated Dimes and Their Appeal30:59 The Charm of Morgan Dollars33:02 Evaluating the Quality of Carson City Coins34:51 Commemorative Coins: A Look at the Louisiana Purchase36:58 The Intricacies of Gold Commemorative Coins38:32 Assessing the Value of Gold Coins41:08 Grading Gold Coins: Key Focus Areas43:00 Exploring Copper Coins and Their Significance43:35 Exploring the Indian Head Series44:02 The Allure of Collector Coins45:04 The Iconic O9S VDB Coin46:58 Buffalo Nickels: An Underrated Series48:58 Grading Walkers: Key Considerations50:53 Trading Coins: Strategies and Insights52:59 The Three-Legged Buffalo Nickel56:02 Franklin Half Dollars: A Collector's Perspective59:00 Advice for Aspiring Coin Dealers and CollectorsWhere to find Tony and Cabbage Coins:https://cabbagecoins.com/Email: tony@cabbagecoins.comIG: @cabbage_coinsWhere to find Bryce and GenAlphaCoins:Email: genalphacoins@gmail.comIG: @genalphacoinsCabbage Coins next coin show:Bay State Coin Show - Marlborough MA July 23-25