Fun With Coins

U.S. Mint Philadelphia Tour: An Inside Look At How Coins Are Made At The Philadelphia Mint

The U.S. Mint Philadelphia is one of 4 U.S. Mint facilities. The Philadelphia Mint offers a self-guided tour of its facility, for a behind-the-scenes look at how coins are made. You can also take a virtual U.S. Mint Philadelphia tour online!

Collecting Coins When You’re On A Budget: 8 Fun Ways To Collect Coins For Face Value (…Or For Free!)

Do you realize that you can collect coins for face value or less — even free? You can. I’ve been doing it for years. Here are 8 easy, fun (and legal) ways to find coins for virtually nothing!

Rare Coins At The Smithsonian Museum In Washington, D.C. – Can’t Go There? Then See Them Online Here!

The Smithsonian in Washington D.C. has the 1804 dollar, 1933 double eagle & other rare coins. Here’s what you’ll see. Plus my tips for visiting the museum.

Like Olympic Commemorative Coins? (Me Too) See Why I Think These Are The Top U.S. Olympic Coins Of All Time

Some of the top US Olympic coins loved by coin collectors. Find out the history and trivia behind each one. See what these commemorative coins are now worth

Here’s Why Modern Coins Are The Hottest Things In Coin Collecting

Modern coins are great for collectors who like cool designs and cheap options. Here are tips on collecting modern coins plus how and where you’ll find them.

Get Money For Your Damaged Coins Through The US Mint Mutilated Coin Redemption Program

Here’s how to submit damaged coins to the US Mint and damaged bills to the US Bureau of Labor & Engraving. It’s easy money for all of your damaged currency!

5 Best Ways To Find Old Coins In Circulation

Want the easiest way to find old coins? Here are 5 proven ways to increase your odds of finding old valuable coins without buying them from a coin dealer!

How New Coins Are Designed (Hint: You Can Design A Coin By Participating In Coin Design Contests!)

Find out cool info on how coins are designed, how you can enter a coin design contest, and where to go if you want to become a coin designer!

The 10 U.S. Coins Every Collector Needs In Their Collection & They’re Less Than $25 Each!

Love U.S. coins? Me too. On a budget? Me too. I’ve been collecting US coins since 1992. My picks for the 10 best coins to have in your collection under $25.

Holiday Gifts For Coin Collectors: 6 Things You Need To Know Before Buying Coins As Gifts

Coins themselves make great holiday gifts for coin collectors. Here’s what to look for (and what to watch out for!) before you buy just ‘any’ coin as a gift