The Lee Minshull Interview
Lee Minshull - Rare Coins, Inc.
How and when .did you get started in the hobby?
In 1968 my Dad gave me a blue coin folder and I was hooked. I went to my first coin show in 1971 and began advertising in local newspapers to buy coins by 1973, at the age of 13.
Tell us something that most people don't know about you.
I love to scuba dive and I love to travel. I also collect maps and globes from the 17th and 18th centuries. One of my most prized' possessions is a three-inch miniature pocket globe from the early 1800s that is ' labeled "Minshulls." Minshulls was a travel store in London during that period of time.
If you were allowed to buy one coin, no matter the price, what would it be and why?
An 1849 proof $20. I have specialized in $20 Liberties my entire career and I have always felt this woul<! be the absolute coolest coin to own.
Behind every successful person ... tell us about someone who has had a significant impact -on your professional success.
My mother, Ruth Minshull, gave me the freedom and confidence to venture out in this industry at an early age. Next is Steve Ivy, who I began working for' in 1978. He is one of the best businessmen in this industry. Steve allowed me the opportunity to ruri the wholesale division at Heritage for 11 years.
During that time I learned the ins and outs of the largest coin business of all time. Third is Kevin Lipton. His consultation and support have been invaluable to me and he has been a great friend for over 30 years.
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