>>20298715Numismatics have value as historical objects. Bullion coins/bars have value because of precious metal in it
>But that doesn't include colorful dragon "collectors" coins that have neither historic nor stacking value (the premium is too high to justify buying it for stacking). These pieces are made by mints to scam inexperienced people. And that include both inexperienced stackers and inexperienced coin collectors. That's why I call them funko pops.Agreed on all points. People should pursue whatever makes them happy so whether it's literal plastic bobbleheads or contrived "collectible" coins I wish them well, but my working definition of true numismatics is restricted to pieces struck specifically for circulation, with some leeway for circulating commemoratives or stuff like Maundy money. Modern "Limited Edition" baubles that happen to have a face value, but which often aren't even recognized as legal tender (such as those infamous $20 Canadian silver coins from around 2010) simply aren't the same as honest old money.
>>20298751Thanks fren, do you have this one?