A Connection with an Ophthalmologist's Wife
The first time I handled a major transaction, it was with a very elegant woman in her 60s. She was the wife of an ophthalmologist, and our first contact was over the phone.
“I know absolutely nothing about this world, so I would like you to teach me various things. I will be near your area next month, so I would like to see the actual items...”
True to her words, her questions were straightforward, but I still remember feeling a sense of sincerity and trust from them.
The couple visits the store
On the day of our appointment, her husband accompanied her when they visited the store. He mentioned that they were traveling for a medical conference and had stopped by to accommodate his wife's wishes.
The husband said, “I just came along because my wife wanted to see them,” and at first, he seemed completely uninterested. But his wife was different. She had read several books on antique coins beforehand, and her questions were precise. Her interest in the coins and her desire to learn were so apparent that it was hard to believe it was her first visit, and I naturally became enthusiastic as well.
On that day, I gave them some materials, and the couple left, saying, “We will take these home and discuss it.”
A happy phone call the next day
The following day, I received a call from the wife, informing me that she wanted to purchase the coins I had recommended.
I immediately booked a flight and arranged to handle the transaction on a business trip.
The transaction took place at a hotel lounge near their home. When we met, I brought a bouquet of mimosa flowers as a gift, as I had heard they were her favorite.
However... that day happened to be International Women's Day. Mimosa is the symbolic flower for the day, and they were sold out at flower shops across the country! The florist had no choice but to give me dried mimosa from last year. I felt a bit awkward handing them over, but the wife was truly delighted, and I was saved by her generosity.
A pleasant transaction and a reunion
The husband was with her again that day. While he had been indifferent before, this time he asked many questions, and it seemed his interest in coins had deepened. It was a fun and harmonious time for the couple.
They invited me to their home, saying, “Please come visit us sometime,” but I have a policy of never staying overnight on business trips. I must never risk losing precious antique coins.
Since then, I have had many more transactions with this couple, and the second time, the husband actually contacted me saying, “There is a coin I want.” It was a wonderful connection.
Six years have passed since then. The value of every coin I introduced to them has since increased, and the couple is very pleased. I am truly grateful for this precious connection.