What You Need To Know About Coin Auctions

If you've got a rare or unusual coin, then you've probably considered selling it at a coin auction. But, before you do, please heed the advice of the following coin experts before selling coins at auctions...

How To Find Coin Clubs In Your Area

How to find a coin club in your area. Coin clubs are a great resource for finding answers to your questions about coins.

How To Find Coin Shows In Your Area

Perhaps the easiest way to get an answer to your question about coins is to ask the people at coin shows. That is, as long as you can wait until there's a coin show in your area! Here's how to find coin shows near you.

History Of Coins & Fun Facts About Coin Collecting As A Hobby

So how long have people been collecting coins? About a long as coins have been made -- around 600-800BC. Here's the scoop...

Which Coin Price Guide Should I Use?... The Red Book? Or The Black Book?

There are several coin price guides made by different companies, but I mostly use the Red Book and the Black Book. Here are some tips for choosing the right price guide for you coin collection.

Tips For Cleaning Coins: How To Clean The Old, Dirty Coins In Your Collection

Wondering how to clean coins? Have some old coins that are in serious need of a cleaning?... Only low-grade extremely dirty coins will benefit from a good cleaning. Medium- and high-grade coins will actually go down in value if you attempt to clean them, so use your best judgment. Here are the best ways to clean coins, while doing the least damage to the coin itself.

Coin Dealers: What To Expect The First Time You Meet With A Coin Dealer To Buy Or Sell Coins

Here are some tips and pointers that might come in handy when you're meeting with a coin dealer for the first time -- whether you're buying or selling coins.

Coin Collecting For Kids: How To Help A Child Start Their First Coin Collection

If you're interested in getting your children started early in coin collecting I have a few tips and pointers for you. Some ideas as far as which coins might be the best for kids to collect...

Mint Marks: Those Small Letters On U.S. Coins

What are mint marks? Mintmarks are small initials stamped on coins to designate where the coin was made. In a lot of cases, where the coin was minted makes the difference between a coin being worth a few dollars and being worth a few hundred dollars!

Coin Grade Explained - How Determine The Grade Or Wear Of A Coin

Coin grade is only ONE of a number of factors that must be determined in order to find the true value of your coin. Here's how the professionals grade coins... and how to find the grade of your coin. Then, you'll have a better idea of your coin's value.