The world of numismatics is evolving, and online platforms are opening up exciting new opportunities to reach buyers, build community, and sell collections effectively. If you’ve been curious about live selling, improving your eBay listings, or expanding your audience through platforms like Whatnot, we have great news!
The Professional Numismatists Guild (PNG) recently hosted a one-hour educational symposium in conjunction with the 2026 Florida United Numismatists (FUN) convention. This dealer-focused forum featured top experts sharing practical tips on the benefits and strategies of selling coins online.
Key highlights from the video include:
- PNG leaders John Feigenbaum (Executive Director), James Sego (President), and Jeff Garrett (former PNG and ANA President) explaining why live online selling is a game-changer for dealers.
- eBay representatives Rebecca Tran, Jacob Acosta, and Elisa Yu discussing live commerce trends. As Elisa Yu noted: “Live shoppers are treasure hunters looking for a great deal… but they’re coming back for the entertainment, the community, and trust.” She recommended limited-time offers and exclusive online products to engage buyers.
- Tips from Jacob Acosta on optimizing listings, speeding up the process, and reducing fees on eBay.
- Whatnot’s Kevin Anthony highlighting how online selling introduces coins to new audiences: “A lot of customers in our other categories find coins and develop a new interest as they learn from experienced sellers and buyers.”
- Moderator Greg Bennick (PayCompass) covering credit card payment processing.
The full one-hour video is available for free on YouTube:
Whether you’re a seasoned dealer, a collector thinking about selling parts of your collection, or just interested in modern numismatic trends, this symposium offers valuable insights from trusted professionals. The PNG is a nonprofit organization of top rare coin and paper money dealers committed to a strict Code of Ethics.
Watch the video at your convenience and let us know in the comments or at our next meeting what you think—have you tried live selling, or are you planning to? We’d love to hear your experiences!
For more about the PNG, visit www.PNGdealers.org.