The antique shop owner was found bound to a chair with his own security rope. A single gold coin lay on the floor near his left shoe. Three regular customers—Ms. Higgins, Mr. Sterling, and Dr. Vance—had visited that afternoon. Ms. Higgins bought a silver brooch, Mr. Sterling sold an old pocket watch, and Dr. Vance appraised a painting. The owner gasped out his last words: 'The coin gave away his trade.' Who attacked the owner?
Mr. Sterling
Mr. Sterling sold an old pocket watch, meaning he deals in currency and precious metals like gold coins, whereas the others bought or appraised items.
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