Excerpt from Catalogue of the Entire Stock and Collection of American and Foreign Coins, Together With Foreign Postage Stamps and Paper Money, the Property of O. Schmidt, of Hoboken, Who Has Retired From Business: The Whole to Be Sold Without Reserve, at Public Auction, by Geo. A. Leavitt and Co., At Clinton Hall, Eighth St., Near Broadway on Monday, the 26th of June, 1882, Commencing at 7 O'clock

This choice collection of coins contains just the things wanted by nine-tenths of American numismatists, not great rarities, which appeal only to the very rich, but a good line of the various Ameri can issues, and an interesting assortment of foreign coins; there being nothing to attract wealthy buyers, those of moderate means can be sure of supplying their wants at moderate prices, while the many interesting foreign coins must appeal to all who really wish to educate themselves in numismatic studies.

Collectors living at too great a distance from New York to attend in person, may have their orders executed by the auctioneers, Messrs. Scott 85 Co. Or other dealers, for a commission of 10 per cent. On amounts under $100 - over $100, 5 per cent. - a uniform charge of fifty cents made on any amount under $5.

In reference to the method of selling at auction, we would say that each lot is sold to the highest bidder. At so much for each coin in the lot, so if you desire a lot of coins which contains 10 pieces, and you wish to pay for it, you should bid 10 cents each. Always state your highest price. Relying on the honor of those you employ to make the purchase for you at the lowest possible figure.

The coins will be on exhibition at the Auction Rooms, on the day of sale, from 10 A. M. To 5 P. M.

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