Coin Q&A: The 6 Most Common Coin Questions That Newbie Coin Collectors Ask
These are among the most popular questions we receive here at The Fun Times Guide to Coins...
These are among the most popular questions we receive here at The Fun Times Guide to Coins...
In 2009, the U.S. Mint is issuing a fascinating variety and quantity of coins. Ranging from Lincoln bicentennial pennies to the 24 karat gold double eagle there is something for everyone in the 2009 United State Mint issue.
Native American coins have formed an integral part of America's circulating currency since 1859. Here's more about Indian Head pennies, Buffalo nickels, and U.S. dollar coins which feature Native Americans.
Chances are, the experienced coin collector will appreciate receiving any of the following items as a gift. Many of these can be found online.
If you can understand coin grading, then you can begin to figure out coin values much more easily than you may be able to now. Basically, coin grading is a determination of coin's value based on how much or how little wear it has. Here's how to grade your coins.
The aim here is to let coin collectors know there are ways to actually SAVE money on coins. You don't have to spend a lot of money on coin gifts. Plus you'll find tips to reduce trips to the coin dealer for selling your coins.
Going to a bookstore to find coin publications and other resources is great, but sometimes even the biggest bookstore doesn't have the publication you want. Or, maybe you want to find the information for free! Check your local library. Here's what what to look for.
If a coin is bright and shiny because it was well preserved or just came from the Mint, that is a good thing. However, if a coin is bright and shiny because it was cleaned by an amateur, that is a whole different story. Cleaning a coin generally lessens its value.
At first glance, mint sets and souvenir sets look very similar to each other. But, in fact, there are some very important differences between mint sets and souvenir sets.
The proof sets for 2009 are the largest they have ever been. Each set has 18 coins and 4 lenses.