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Learning Numismatic And Coin Collecting Terminology

Words like numismatic, planchet, and doubled-die may have new coin collectors confused. However, with the use of a good coin collecting glossary, you will be talking like a professional numismatist in no time. Here's how to know what coin terms mean.

Getting Kids Involved In Coin Collecting

Getting kids involved in coin collecting is not difficult and can be quite rewarding for both the child and the parent. Here are some fun ways to get your child started with a basic coin collection built from coins in circulation.

Cameo Proof Coins vs. Deep Cameo Proof Coins: See The Differences

There are various types of proof coins. Learn the difference between cameo proof coins and a deep cameo proof coins or DCAMs, as compared to regular proof coins.

Girl Scout Coin Bill Signed: 350,000 Silver Dollars Approved

President Obama signed a bill approving the Girl Scout silver dollar to be minted in 2013.

Rare Lincoln Cents Make Completing A Collection Challenging

There are several rare Lincoln cents to collect in the Lincoln cent series. In fact, because of the several scarce (and expensive) Lincoln cents, the series is actually deemed "challenging" to complete by many collectors.

Congress Approves Medal Of Honor Commemorative Coins

Congress approves of new Medal of Honor commemorative coins for 2011.

Coin Collecting Glossary: Common Coin Collecting Terms Explained

New coin collectors discover early during their time in the hobby that, along with the many interesting coins, there are also many new terms to learn and remember. Here we look at a few basic coin terms that you will most-often encounter.

Lincoln Chronicles Proof Set Delights U.S. Coin Collectors

The Lincoln Chronicles proof set is a BIG deal. Since there are truly limited quantities of these coins, there is lots of hype surrounding the release of the Lincoln Chronicles Proof Set.