Right James, and people should consider...

The shopping channel is doing fine. They sell collectors coins for more than any dealer I've seen. Hype works.

Someone really did sell the Brooklyn Bridge, more than once, and loads of people still own swampland in Florida.

Franklin Mint "Limited Edition" strikes and coins, usually sell below the original cost, most for spot metal value.

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Silver Strikes have a limited market and there are probably less than 100 serious collectors.

People should not buy a SS as an investment. Own them because you like them.

Just remember everyone the price always comes back down on resales.

A smart person, gives good advice. A wise person listens and acts on good advice.