Gift Ideas

Looking for some clever & useful gift ideas for the numismatist in your life? See our coin experts' top picks for newbies and avid collectors alike. You'll find things you can buy (like coin supplies & must-haves for collectors) and unique coin collections you can make (like a Birth Year coin set or Anniversary Year coin set) that anyone who collects coins would be thrilled to receive!

Explore & Discover Coin Collecting Starter Set From The U.S. Mint: An Excellent Gift For Young Coin Collectors

I recently found a great coin collecting starter set for young coin collectors. See why I like the US Mint’s Explore & Discover Kit and why it’s such a great gift for kids!

A Fun Way To Collect Coins From A Specific Year: Assemble A Birth Year Coin Set Or A Conception Year Coin Set!

A really fun idea is to assemble a Birth Year Coin Set or a Conception Year Coin Set. It’s a collection of coins that were struck during the year of one’s birth or the year of one’s conception. The idea is to pick out of pocket change an example of each coin you find that was struck the year you (or someone you love) was born — or conceived. This is a simple DIY project for all skill levels — whether you officially collect coins or not! Here are some clever ideas for making coin sets by year — including Birth Year Coin Sets and Conception Year Coin Sets.

Buying 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

Coin Gift Ideas: 5 Clever Coin Gifts For Any Occasion

Trying to find the perfect coin gift for someone? These 5 coin gift ideas are sure to please even the non-numismatists in your life.

6 Fun Facts About Sixpence Coins

There is much lore surrounding the sixpence coin. Here are just 6 incredibly fun facts about sixpence coins.

Ways To Have Fun With Coins: Make Coin Art

Many people enjoy the eye-popping and diverse world of coin art.

Old Coin Holders: Great As Collectibles & For Storing Coins

Collecting and using old coin holders has become fashionable among coin collectors who want to enjoy a slice of nostalgia; sometimes, buying old coin holders can save money compared to buying new coin holders.

10 Coin Collecting Gifts Your Favorite Numismatist Will Love

Here are 10 ideas for coin gifts that’ll please that special numismatist in your life.

Sold Out! The Boy Scouts Silver Dollar Is A Hit In Uncirculated Grades

The Boy Scouts commemorative dollar is very popular. So popular, in fact, that the U.S. Mint has already sold all of the uncirculated versions of the coin!

Good To Know: Buying Franklin Mint Coins

The Franklin Mint is a respected company selling both legal tender and novelty coins. Before buying Franklin Mint coins, be sure to check out some of this info.

7 Popular Lucky Coins That May Help Bring You Some Luck

Many people believe lucky coins can help bring luck into their lives. Whether that’s true or not, lucky coins are special to each of us in unique ways.

Here’s A Great Way To Collect Old Silver Coins: Buy Silver Mint Sets

Silver mint sets are great collectibles that contain old silver coins in uncirculated grades.

Personalized Coins & Custom Coins Are Fun To Collect, Make Great Gifts, And Are Smart For Businesses

Did you know that you can make personalized coins? Making custom coins is a fun way to add a little spice to your coin collecting hobby. You could make coins for yourself or for others as gifts. Giving out custom coins is also a great way for an organization to make a good first impression! Here’s how to make personalized custom coins for a special event, a gift, or a personal anniversary.

5 Fun Coin Gift Ideas That Any Coin Collector Would Appreciate

Looking for some good gift ideas for the numismatist in your life? See why I recommend the following: a coin magazine subscription, modern commemorative coins, bullion coins, slabbed coins, or a coin gift certificate.

Free Coin Inventory Methods & Coin Inventory Software

A coin inventory — or coin log — is something that every coin collector needs to have. See why. Plus, all the best options when it comes to free coin inventory methods and coin inventory software.

5 Great Coin Gifts For The Advanced Coin Collector

Chances are, the experienced coin collector will appreciate receiving any of the following items as a gift. Many of these can be found online.

Got Old Coins? Use Them As Tips & Gifts For Others!

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.

A List Of Coin Anniversary Gifts By Year: Clever Coin Gifts By Year To Commemorate A Special Event Or Anniversary

You know those traditional anniversary gifts that spouses typically exchange each year? Think: paper, wood, gold, silver, diamonds, etc. What if one or both spouses are coin collectors? Or, what if you’re not married, yet you have your own unique anniversary date that pertains specifically to coins? That’s worth celebrating too, right? Here’s a clever list of coin anniversary gifts by year – unique coin gifts to commemorate a special event or anniversary.

Coin Microscope: Worth The Cost If You Need To See All The Details

When should you buy a high-priced coin microscope? And when is it best to simply stick with the trusty 5X magnifying glass you almost certainly already have? Here’s the scoop.

5 Coin Gift Ideas For New Coin Collectors

Gift ideas that just about any budding coin collector would enjoy. And you don’t even need to leave your home to buy them because online shopping sites and coin dealers have all of these!

Silver Coins And Gold Coins Make Great Gifts

Instead of giving someone a gift card, cash, a tie or blouse that they almost know for a fact may never be worn, why not give a gift that may reap investment rewards? You may want to consider giving silver and gold bullion coins.

Best Coin Supplies For Young Collectors

The young coin collector needs a way to store their coin collection. But sometimes young collectors need supplies that are particularly suitable for their little hands, desire for fun, and tendency for mishandling. What do you buy for the young person’s coin collection? Here are some ideas.