Ep.52 - Jeff Garrett on Eye Appeal in Collecting Coins #numismatics #investment #gold #silver

In this episode of the Cabbage Coins Podcast, host Tony Gryckiewicz interviews Jeff Garrett, a seasoned coin dealer and expert. They discuss Jeff's journey into coin collecting, the importance of eye appeal, market trends, and the evolving role of collectors versus investors. Jeff shares insights on CAC stickers, grading services, and the appeal of toned and frosty white coins, emphasizing the artistic value of ancient coins and the significance of quality in building a successful collection.

00:00 Welcome to Cabbage Coins

01:03 Jeff Garrett’s start in coin collecting

05:32 Why eye appeal matters

07:48 How coin markets and collecting trends have changed

14:34 CAC, quality premiums, and collector demand

25:52 Toned coins and what drives their value

42:38 Grading, upgrades, and building a sharper eye

46:23 What to buy: originality, strike, and quality

51:14 Where the market may be heading

52:50 How to connect with Jeff Garrett

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