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Coin Collecting Coin collecting is a popular hobby enjoyed by millions of people worldwide. It provides a fascinating look into history, industry, politics and mythology. Coins are not only legal tender, but common ways countries express themselves through art and culture. Beginning your own collection of interesting coins and learning the stories behind them will provide you a lifetime of enjoyment. How Do You Get Started?Find a reputable source for your coins. How long has the coin company been in business? Does it guarantee the accuracy of its grading and offer a money-back guarantee? Is there a wide selection and competitive prices? Are you offered personalized service, fast delivery, reasonable shipping prices and special searches?Look for solid research from a coin company. Does a web site just list dates, mints, grades and price? Or does it also give you interesting history and details about the coins offered and special recommendations based on its staff’s expertise? Do you learn why one mintmark or grade can be a better choice than another for a particular coin date? Does the web site help educate you about the fascinating hobby of coin collecting? Learn the lingo. As you become more familiar with this new hobby, it's also a great idea to familiarize yourself with terms that have to do with coin collecting. Learn about the importance of grading. As you learn more about the fascinating history of coins you may decide on a series of coins or a certain time period to specialize in. Some of the most popular are the Morgan dollar series, the Statehood Quarter series & the Silver Eagle series. Dig into your pocket! Change you receive from everyday purchases can include items of interest, especially to new collectors. Newly minted state quarters, the new Jefferson nickel and even random Canadian coins are easily obtainable. Once you’ve started your collection we can help you fill in the items you are missing. Learn how to care for your coins and maintain their value Learn about coin history Informative Articles:How America's Great Morgan Silver Dollar Came AboutAmerica's "Longevity Champion" Lincoln Cent "Creme de la Creme" U.S. Proof Sets and All-Inclusive Mint Sets The Romance of Long-Obsolete U.S. Coin Denominations The Peace Silver Dollar's Belated Creation Other Links:The American Numismatic Association – A nonprofit educational resource with nearly 33,000 members that serves the coin collecting community.Coin Club – A general reference web site featuring directories of dealers, clubs and links, a reference library with price guides, a store with books and software, upcoming coin collecting events, message board and chat features, and more. Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) – A reputable third-party grading service that publishes price guides, coin show news and hosts member forums. Coin Network – A social-networking web site specifically for coin collectors. Blogs:Coin Collecting (and other Numismatic Interests) – A coin collecting blog on all things numismatic including shipwrecks. |
