Ep.56 - Tony Littlejohn - The Everyman Coin Collector #numismatics #pcgs #silver

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: tony@cabbagecoins.comIG: @cabbage_coinsCheck out www.cabbagecoins.com for great US numismatics