After ordering, Russell Lynch ordered a bottle of 1998 champagne and introduced, "This restaurant's champagne comes from California, and we know that California is rich in quality champagne. So we can't miss out on a taste when we're here."
"You're right. What about stamp collecting?" Hans asked.
Lynch smiled and said, "Let's start now. Of course, I don't know much. I'm just a newbie in this industry."
Collecting was an industry that tested one's judgment, and stamp collecting was no exception.
"In stamp collecting, to evaluate the value, one must first look at the circulation. As you all know, the lower the circulation, the higher the value of a stamp. Some stamps, after being issued, will be damaged for various reasons, resulting in a decrease in the number of stamps left in the world. If the circulation is low and the number of stamps left in the world is also low, the value of such stamps will be higher. "
Li Du said, "The rarer something is, the more valuable it is."
Lynch smiled. "You're right. The second point is the theme of the stamp. The issuance of a stamp has a significant commemorative meaning. For example, the content of the stamp is about important historical events, famous people, rare animals and plants. Such stamps are more valuable than ordinary stamps."
"For example, the 9/11 commemorative stamps and the sports star commemorative stamps, right?" Hans asked with a smile.
Lynch nodded and said, "Also, it depends on the time of issuance. Needless to say, the earlier the stamp was issued, the higher the value of the stamp. For example, the black penny stamp issued by the British government in 1840 is now worth tens of millions!
"Fourth, it depends on the background of the stamp. If something special happened when the stamp was issued, it would increase the value of the stamp. For example, a set of commemorative stamps issued during the assassination of President John F. Kennedy is now worth a lot of money.
"The first two points are very common, but the last two are more important. They are the misprinted stamps and the irregular stamps. These stamps are often the most valuable."
Hans said thoughtfully, "This also coincides with the first point. The misprinted and irregular stamps are often less distributed, right?"
"Exactly."
At this time, exquisite dishes were served: honeydew melon ham rolls, tuna and potato salad, bacon and asparagus rolls, honeyed salmon, and so on.
The waiter opened the stainless steel lid of the steak plate, revealing two pieces of red wine black pepper steak. He immediately started eating.
I'm not a foodie, I'm really hungry!
Lynch and Hans were still talking.
The stamp collection that he talked about earlier was just a macroscopic rule, something that everyone knew. He then went on to talk about some microscopic knowledge, introducing the valuable stamps that might be seen on the market.
Hans turned into a humble student, continuously asking questions. Lynch, on the other hand, was like a teacher, patiently explaining.
Unknowingly, the amount of delicacies on the table gradually decreased. When Lynch started eating, only a pile of empty plates remained, reflecting the light, shining brilliantly.
Li Du gave Hans a look. What a brother, good cover!
However, Lynch wasn't here to eat, so he didn't care. Anyway, there was still a steak in front of him. He ate the steak elegantly and entered the main topic.
Hans asked, "Russell, you're a stamp collector in Flagstaff. Now that there are six precious stamps in front of you, you wouldn't want to miss it, right?"
Lynch calmly said, "If the price is right, then of course."
"What price do you think is suitable?"
"How about eighteen thousand?"
"One?" Hans asked.
Lynch laughed. "How is that possible? Even if you gathered the entire set, you wouldn't be able to sell it for such a price! A total of eighteen thousand is a reasonable price. "
Hans firmly shook his head. "We paid a huge price to get these stamps. I think thirty-six thousand is a good price."
"Thirty-six thousand? Then I can't buy it. How about twenty thousand? "Lynch's words expressed his will. He wanted to buy the stamps.
"We can't even earn back our capital of twenty thousand. You need us to make money. How about thirty-four thousand?" Hans said as he knocked on the plate in front of him.
Li Du waved his hand to summon the waiter. "Bring us another set of the dishes. Come on, you two. Eat first, then we'll talk about the price. "
As the dishes were served, the tug-of-war between the two continued. In the end, the price was set at twenty-eight thousand.
Hans wanted to shake his head, but Li Du stopped him. "How about this, twenty-eight thousand. Big Fox, give me some face. Mr. Lynch, let's both take a step back. We'll accept the price of twenty-eight thousand, but you'll pay the bill tonight. How about that? "
Lynch looked at the plate in front of him and smiled. "I'll be happy to accept."
After receiving the notification on his phone, Hans's expression changed from serious to relaxed. He shook hands with Lynch and thanked him for being willing to buy his items.
After eating and drinking to their fill, the two left. Lynch went to pay the bill, and the cashier told him, "Sir, that's a total of nine hundred and fifty-five dollars."
"That much?" Lynch was shocked.
The cashier showed him the bill. "The two gentlemen have packed some food."
Lynch looked at the six stamps in the book and couldn't help but laugh. "Those two b * stards!"
Li Du got close to seventeen thousand out of the twenty-eight thousand dollars. Looking at the increasing numbers in his bank account, he couldn't help but laugh.
Seeing the beef and tuna meat that they had packed, Hannah couldn't help but laugh. "You guys went to Golden Aquitaine again? Looks like you guys had a good harvest today. "
Hans said proudly, "Of course, you don't know what happened today. Let me tell your sister, this is definitely a legend — oh, don't touch the tuna, this is for Ah Meow."
Ah Meow: "Meow!"
He stared at the tender tuna meat with a domineering look in his eyes. Who dares to touch Uncle Cat's food? Spit out what you've eaten, and return what you've taken!
Hans told Hannah what had happened that day. Hannah was shocked and kept praising Ah Meow.
"Actually, I think this is all thanks to Li," Hans said.
Li Du was shocked and asked, "What do you mean?"
"If it weren't for your kindness, Ah Meow would have died in the trap. If it weren't for your training, it wouldn't know how to help me buy and dig for treasures. So, isn't this all thanks to you? "
Hearing this, Li Du relaxed and laughed dryly. "Haha, no …"
Hans interrupted him. "Don't mention it. What I mean is, Hannah, why do you want to eat beef? Eat Li, of course. Don't you like Li? Don't you love him? Don't you only want to marry him? If you love him, then say it! "
Li Du, who had just relaxed, became nervous again. "F * ck, what did you say?"
Hannah was also dumbfounded. "Hans, have you gone mad? What nonsense are you talking about?! "
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