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The Joys Of Being A Penny Collector

Some people go head over heels for Bust halves while others sing praises for Buffalo nickels. But, I? What coin is it that I love most? It’s the penny – more specifically, the Lincoln cent. Why did I become a penny collector? What is it about the little copper coin bearing the bust of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln, that has lured me to collect these coins for most of my life? Well, there was one prevailing factor – pennies comprised about 80% of the coins in my piggy bank back … [Read more...]

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Metal Detecting Coins: Rare Coins Are Just Below The Surface

Collecting coins is an exciting hobby for anyone who enjoys discovering history. It is a fact that every day people get change with their purchases, but how many of us really take a close look at each piece? You never know when a rare United States coin will end up in your pocket. But the excitement behind the possibilities in coin collecting begins with knowledge about which coins are considered rare and how much they are worth. And the rarest coins are more likely purchased, unless … [Read more...]

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Short Sets – The Short Cut to Completing Coin Sets on a Budget

There is perhaps nothing more frustrating to a coin collector than wanting to complete an entire date-and-mintmark run of coins and not being able to afford the goal. For example, collecting the entire series of Lincoln cents, to date, could cost a typical coin collector more than $2,000 when taking into account the cost of rare dates, such as the 1909-S V.D.B., 1909-S, 1914-D, and 1931-S. Add in the 1922 plain cent – a rare variety customarily included in many Lincoln sets – and the … [Read more...]

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Popular Coin Sets for Beginning Collectors

Coin collecting is a hobby that has grown by leaps and bounds over the last several years, with tens of thousands joining the ranks of coin collectors each year. By some estimates more than 100 million Americans collect coins, and these millions of collectors all started their journeys in the hobby somewhere. For many people, their first foray in coin collecting originates with a collection they inherit from a family member, a strange coin found in pocket change, or perhaps even the start … [Read more...]

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4 Things To Remember When Coin Collecting

In my nearly 20 years of coin collecting, I’ve learned many things about this amazing pastime. Never clean your coins. Don’t drop your coins. Keep your coins in the best holders you can afford. Be a good steward, for your coins will be in the hands of future generations. But there are some other principles I’ve learned to always keep in mind about this hobby which have helped me to enjoy this ages-old pastime even more. I’d love to share these thoughts with … [Read more...]

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3 Tips For Starting A Budget Coin Collection For Under $20

We’re all minding our budgets more closely these days, but we still need to have fun, too. However, if you think coin collecting is a luxurious hobby that you need oodles of money to take part in, then you must not be aware of the many budget-friendly options available for collecting coins on the cheap. In fact, it’s entirely possible to begin a decent U.S. coin collection for less than $20. How, you ask? If you’re interested in starting a basic coin collection of Lincoln cents, … [Read more...]

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5 Essential Tips For Buying Collectible Coins

If you’re a coin collector or simply somebody who appreciates history, buying collectible coins is either something you’ve thought about doing or have already done and would like expert advice on. Because the coin market is ever changing, it can be difficult to know which tips, tricks, and strategies may work best when buying collectible coins. While you may think there are lots of insider secrets when it comes to the coin market, the truth is that using sound judgment, a little market … [Read more...]

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My First Coin: The Gateway Into A Fun Hobby

We all started with our first coin. Everybody has a story as to how they got involved in coin collecting. Here's a brief story of my first coin and how I began my long and enjoyable journey into coin collecting... The 1941 Lincoln Wheat Penny It was October 1992. Mom had been giving me some small change as spending money in exchange for little tasks and chores I was doing around the house. … [Read more...]

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7 Coin Sets You Can Complete For Under $10

Coin collecting on a budget probably hasn't been more important in years than it has been in recent times.With the economy still on the rocks, many people don't want to give up their hobbies but still must find a way to cut back.Thankfully, enjoying the hobby of coin collecting doesn't have to be expensive.In fact, here are 7 ideas for coin sets you can complete for under $10. … [Read more...]

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Find fun new things about all types of coins -- from rare U.S. coins to the coins you see every day in your pocket change.Plus, lots of helpful info if you're just getting started coin collecting & have questions about the coins in your collection.Get all the latest news & updates about U.S. coins on our fun coins Facebook and Twitter pages: Follow @FunCoins on Twitter"Like" our Fun Coins Facebook Page The Fun Times Guide to Coins on Facebook … [Read more...]

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