Just as poor reviews are red flags, so is a lack of credentials. Atlanta Gold and Coin pointed out in a blog post that dealers who are part of the American Numismatic Association or the Professional ...
One of the coins in the hoard was a gold aureus of Claudius, the very emperor who led the invasion of Britain. That connection made the find even more special. It's heavy and a beautiful coin, and has ...
Another option is to get the coin appraised by an authorized dealer. According to Consumer Reports, the dealer or appraiser should have a membership in the American Numismatic Association, at minimum.