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Coin Collecting

Collecting coins is one of the world’s oldest hobbies and experiences that continues in popularity today. Learn more about the best ways to start, organize, or sell your collections today.

What is the American Numismatic Association? 

What is the American Numismatic Association? 

Learn about the history and impact of the American Numismatic Association (ANA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the study and…
What is Coin Provenance?

What is Coin Provenance?

What is coin provenance? Read this article to find out why coin provenance is becoming more popular in the world…
Silver Quarters – Key Dates and Varieties

Silver Quarters – Key Dates and Varieties

Explore rare and valuable Silver Quarters Key Dates, uncovering the historical significance and limited mintages that make these coins a…

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US Coin Collecting for Beginners

So you would like to start a US coin collection but don’t know where to begin. We can provide some pointers that might help you.

The 1921 Peace Silver Dollar – Almost a One-Year Type Coin

A World War was raging in Europe, which began in 1914. The US entered World War I in 1917 and our entry sped up the

Greek Athenian Owl: The First International Trade Coin

Greek Athenian Owls were extremely important – not in daily commerce, but in doing the most important financial transactions of the day. They financed wars,

Top 10 Collectible Animal Coins

Animals have been depicted on currency since money was first invented, and continue to appear in the artwork of highly collectible coins to this day.

How are Coin Designs Chosen for the America the Beautiful Coins?

The America the Beautiful program is a unique Silver bullion program created by the United States Mint. The ATB program will roll out all designs

Three Cent Silver (1851-1873)

The three cent pieces may not have been as popular as other coins, but they do maintain a large amount of value that any collector

Two Cent Piece (1864-1873)

Issued in 1864, the Two Cent Piece has the distinction of being the first coin to bear the inscription “In God We Trust.”

1866 Shield Nickel with Rays

The 1866 Shield Nickel was the first of its kind, which provides tremendous value to customers of all levels.

How Do I Find the Value of Old Coins?

How can you uncover the worth of old coins? Discover the most commonly found old coins and learn how to estimate their potential value.

What Types of Coins are Good for New Collectors?

As a beginning collector, there are several coins that are available to collect. It can be overwhelming, but if you have a good strategy or

Common Mint Errors

Mint errors happen on occasion. Some mint error coins make it into circulation while others do not, but it is still an important piece of

Building a Global Coin Collection

Perhaps you are newly interested in numismatic coins and believe a collection featuring coins from around the world would be exciting, or perhaps you have

Top 5 Bird Coins from Around the World

Birds are a symbol of wisdom and freedom, famously represented by the eagle on U.S. coin, and also on many other coins from around the

Five Popular Coins to Collect

There are several collectible coins available today. It may be hard to decipher which coin one should buy, but these are five coins that are

Collectible Disney Coins From the New Zealand Mint

In 2014, the New Zealand Mint released coins celebrating one of the most beloved topics of all time: Disney characters. From the iconic Mickey Mouse

The 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent

The 1909-S VDB Lincoln Penny is an important penny for history lovers. 1909 marked the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth, but that is not

What is a Reverse-Proof Coin?

Proof coins, known for their polished appearance, with frosted devices and mirrored fields, are manufactured specifically for collectors. These coins are produced in relatively low

What does ATB mean?

ATB means or stands for "America the Beautiful" which are a Quarter Dollar series that captures the beauty and elegance of each of the fifty

How to Start a Coin Collection?

Throughout history, innumerable people have enjoyed collecting coins. If you're new to the hobby, start here.

How to Organize a Coin Collection

The first step to organizing your coins is understanding what you have. Lay your collection out carefully and survey what’s in it.

How to Sell a Coin Collection?

Learning how to sell a coin collection is relatively easy. You simply need to inventory your collection, discover the value of your coins, and find
So you would like to start a US coin collection but don’t know where to begin. We can provide some pointers that might help you.
A World War was raging in Europe, which began in 1914. The US entered World War I in 1917 and our entry sped up the
Greek Athenian Owls were extremely important – not in daily commerce, but in doing the most important financial transactions of the day. They financed wars,
Animals have been depicted on currency since money was first invented, and continue to appear in the artwork of highly collectible coins to this day.
The America the Beautiful program is a unique Silver bullion program created by the United States Mint. The ATB program will roll out all designs
The three cent pieces may not have been as popular as other coins, but they do maintain a large amount of value that any collector
Issued in 1864, the Two Cent Piece has the distinction of being the first coin to bear the inscription “In God We Trust.”
The 1866 Shield Nickel was the first of its kind, which provides tremendous value to customers of all levels.
How can you uncover the worth of old coins? Discover the most commonly found old coins and learn how to estimate their potential value.
As a beginning collector, there are several coins that are available to collect. It can be overwhelming, but if you have a good strategy or
Mint errors happen on occasion. Some mint error coins make it into circulation while others do not, but it is still an important piece of
Perhaps you are newly interested in numismatic coins and believe a collection featuring coins from around the world would be exciting, or perhaps you have
Birds are a symbol of wisdom and freedom, famously represented by the eagle on U.S. coin, and also on many other coins from around the
There are several collectible coins available today. It may be hard to decipher which coin one should buy, but these are five coins that are
In 2014, the New Zealand Mint released coins celebrating one of the most beloved topics of all time: Disney characters. From the iconic Mickey Mouse
The 1909-S VDB Lincoln Penny is an important penny for history lovers. 1909 marked the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth, but that is not
Proof coins, known for their polished appearance, with frosted devices and mirrored fields, are manufactured specifically for collectors. These coins are produced in relatively low
ATB means or stands for “America the Beautiful” which are a Quarter Dollar series that captures the beauty and elegance of each of the fifty
Throughout history, innumerable people have enjoyed collecting coins. If you’re new to the hobby, start here.
The first step to organizing your coins is understanding what you have. Lay your collection out carefully and survey what’s in it.
Learning how to sell a coin collection is relatively easy. You simply need to inventory your collection, discover the value of your coins, and find

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What is Bullion?

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What Is an Eagle

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