ilikecoins is an online coin auction and bourse listing site designed for reputable coin dealers and serious coin buyers. ilikecoins simplifies and combines the best of services and functionality from current coin auction sites with the added buffer of an accredited online community, the 'ilikecoins Committee', to arbitrate disputes and make decisions regarding the online authenticity of lot and bourse listings in an effort to minimize fraud and misrepresentation. This active interaction regarding auction and listing information coupled with the utilization of standardized data, will provide a more manageable and less cluttered venue for coin collectors at competitive online rates.

Our goal is to preserve the dignity and promote the enthusiasm of numismatics. Your feedback is always welcome. Just click here or on the 'Contact Us' link at the bottom of any page.

Anyone is welcome to visit the site to view auctions and bourse listings, but will be required to register should they wish to obtain a paddle number and participate in an auction or bourse transaction. By registering, ilikecoins will be able to track feedback, as well as a history of auctions and transactions with which each member has been involved. This information will be available to prospective buyers and sellers.
To search current listings, click here.

The only fee paid to ilikecoins will be a flat percentage of the hammer price.

ilikecoins will ask for 4.5% for coins with a hammer price up to (and including) $1,000, 3.25% for coins with a hammer price between $1,000.01 and $4,999.99 and 2.0% for coins with a hammer price equal to or above $5,000. This fee is the sole responsibility of the seller.

ilikecoins will accept payments via American Express, Visa, MasterCard, eCheck and Discover through PayPal. We will also accept payment via check or money order. Payments can be sent to:

ilikecoins
P.O. Box 170261
Austin, TX 78717-0261

The above methods are available for sellers to specify in the auction listing for receipt of payment. If applicable, buyers will pay shipping fees (as specified in the auction listing) to the seller along with the hammer price.

Visitors and members can browse the bourse for coins being sold at a fixed price. Members can list or purchase bourse items. The same standards set for auctions will apply to bourse items and transaction participants. The Committee will be available to receive referred disputes and make appropriate recommendations.
To browse the bourse, click here.

Bourse fees are the responsibility of the seller. A flat fee of 4.5% will be paid to ilikecoins.

ilikecoins provides a section for members to add information about upcoming coin shows. Anyone may view show listings, but must be a member in order to add or update a show.

Because of the pre-defined characteristics identified at the time of the auction or bourse listing, a quick and accurate search capability will be available. The need to border, bold and/or highlight text or advertise in two or more separate categories is eliminated by the initial categorization of the lot or item.

ilikecoins will provide an arena for patrons to rate interactions with both buyers and sellers. Two types of ratings will be available: Seller Satisfaction Rating (SSR) and Buyer Satisfaction Rating (BSR). Once a member has participated in an auction or bourse transaction, they will have a chance to rate their experience. Each survey will consist of two to five questions and will be answered on a scale of 1-10 (1 being the lowest). The average of all surveys will define the member's buyer and/or seller overall satisfaction rating. This tool will be beneficial to prospective buyers and sellers, as it will provide background information of members' previous transactions on the ilikecoins site.

The ilikecoins Committee ('The Committee') will consist of a pool of registered members. Committee members will be invited to make themselves available for the pool based on their tenure and experience in numismatics and/or feedback on the site.

Once an issue has been referred to Committee, ten random Committee members will receive an invitation to provide feedback.  Depending on the issue, a majority decision will be obtained by accepting the first seven to ten ballots and a final decision will be rendered. Committee members who participate in the decision are then considered the 'Resolution Group' for the issue.  Committee members may not serve in a Resolution Group if they are a participant in the auction or transaction being disputed.

Invitations to become a Committee member will be at the discretion of the Webmaster. The user agreement includes permission to allow The Committee to settle any referred dispute. Should disputes arise, the winner, seller or observer may refer their issue to The Committee for resolution. Each participant will accept the decision of The Resolution Group. If an auction participant refuses to adhere to the resolution as defined by The Resolution Group, or if an auction or bourse listing is found to be fraudulent, the member’s access may be revoked in an effort to preserve the quality of the online environment.

Should a Committee member participate in a Resolution Group decision, they will benefit from reduced auction fees for the next 14 days following any resolution decision. Instead of a 4.5/3.25/2% fee scale, active Resolution Group members will benefit from a reduced fee of 3.5% for auctions with a hammer price of $1,000 or less, a 2.5% fee for hammer prices between $1,000.01 and $4,999.99 and 1.75% for lots sold over $5,000.

Additionally, should a Committee member participate in a Resolution Group decision, they will benefit from reduced bourse fees for the next 14 days following any resolution decision. The flat fee for active Resolution Group members will be 3.5% during the 14 day period.

If a member is in the market for a specific coin or coins, they can ask that ilikecoins e-mail them should the coin or coins become available. This list will be viewable from the 'My Account' page. Potential buyers can sign up to be notified daily should an auction or bourse listing meet their desired search criteria. An e-mail will be sent to the member with details of the auction(s) and listing(s). To add items to your Want List, access your 'My Account' page.

As part of our appreciation to our members, we may place a few auctions among the current listings which we will honor.

These hidden auctions will realize the actual coin for the highest bidder, but no payment or fees will be accepted for these items.

These coins are for the winners to keep and are considered a gift from ilikecoins.

Thank you all and enjoy!