Got any strange coins or tokens? Unusual looking coins do sometimes have value. Here are answers to the most common questions about odd looking coins.
Collecting Fake Coins – A New Facet Of Coin Collecting That’s Gaining Attention
Ever thought of fake coins as worthy of your time? Many counterfeit coins are gaining a spot in some numismatists’ coin collections. Find out why here.
6 Fun Facts About Sixpence Coins
There is much lore surrounding the sixpence coin. Here are just 6 incredibly fun facts about sixpence coins.
Wooden Nickels 101: All About Wooden Nickels And Round Tuit Tokens
Wooden nickels have been popular as a collectible for decades. A common type of exonumia token, wooden nickels are cheap to collect and are perfect for all types of people interested in collecting interesting tokens.
Buying Barack Obama Presidential Coins? Maybe You Should Hold Onto Your Money
Barack Obama presidential coins are popular coin collectors’ items, but are they really rare or good investments?
Custom Coins Are Fun Gifts And Great For Businesses
Buying custom coins is a fun way to add a little spice to coin collecting. And don’t forget, giving out custom coins is a great way for a company or organization to make a shining impression! They also make great gifts.
Elongated Coins – Are They Legal?
Elongated coins are also sometimes called pressed pennies, squished pennies, and squashed pennies. Elongated coin collecting falls into a category of the hobby called exonumia.
Elongated Pennies: Squashed Coins With Fun Designs
Elongated pennies are coins that have been intentionally squashed. Elongated coins are popular souvenirs from roadside stops and tourist attractions and often bear very interesting and even elaborate designs.
Two Headed Coins – Are They Rare? Are They Valuable?
The Lincoln-Kennedy penny and two-headed coins that some claim to see are 2 examples of novelty coins. They are not, however, official U.S. Mint coins.
Novelty Coin Collections: What To Look For When Collecting Novelty Coins
Novelty coins or exonumia are different things to different people. Some collect for sentimentality, others find historical interest. There are many reasons people collect novelty coins
Illinois State Quarters & Colorized Barack Obama Quarters
See what Illinois state quarters are worth today, plus a little about colorized quarters and coins with President Obama’s likeness on them.
New York Quarters: What Is Their Value?
While the New York quarter is a beautiful coin, uncirculated quarters bring less than a dollar. Proof versions of New York quarters run the gamut between $10 to $25 depending on the metal in the coin.
Hobo Nickels: How To Collect Art And Coins At The Same Time
Hobo Nickels are artwork engraved on a Buffalo nickel by hobos. They carved anything from caricatures to portraits to railroad cars on the nickels. Their values can range from $10 to
$9,020.
Have You Seen The Barack Obama Coins?
There are some new coins that depict President Barack Obama. While these Barack Obama coins may be great items for the history buff, presidential student, or fan of Obama, it is important to note that these coins are NOT official legal-tender products of the United States Mint! The Barack Obama coin is purely a novelty coin.
Are Franklin Mint Coins Worth Collecting?
Wondering about the differences between Franklin Mint coins and U.S. Mint coins? Many people enjoy collecting novelty coins and medals sold through the Franklin Mint. But true coin collectors generally only purchase coins that originated from the U.S. Mint. Here’s why…
Shop At Home Coins: HSN Coins vs Coin Dealers
This is a comparison of coins found on the Home Shopping Network with the same coins obtained through a coin dealer. The point is to show beginner coin collectors that the Home Shopping Network may not be the best place to buy coins — at least if you’re trying to save money!
Non-Commemorative Commemorative Coins Like The Lincoln-JFK Penny And The Liberty Bell Penny
Some novelty coins were made to commemorate or celebrate something, however, they were not made by the U.S. mint — so they are not actually true commemorative coins. Two examples are the Lincoln-JFK penny and the Liberty Bell penny. Here’s more info about each, including what they’re worth.
Rare Lincoln-Kennedy Penny: Are Commemorative Coins Valuable?
Wondering what the value is of a Lincoln-Kennedy Penny? Here’s a little about the commemorative Kennedy-Lincoln penny, including some of the similarities — and differences — between President Kennedy and President Lincoln.
