Welcome to the Coin Collector Guide!
Collecting coins is so much more than just a hobby. Collecting coins is an investment. Learn how to get the best out of collecting coins here.
Here you will find detailed information about some of the most popularly collected coins as well as articles about coin care, coin history, error and die variety coins and more.
Coin collecting can be both enjoyable and profitable. If you would like to build a valuable coin collection read and learn as much as you can about the hobby.
On these pages you can learn about the history and design of coins, how to make the best decisions on which coins to buy, how to store and protect your coins and other information about the hobby.
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Collecting Error And Die Variety Coins
Virtually every series of coins that have ever been minted have had their flaws that have made some of them highly collectable. The latest series of coins to become popular for their errors have been the Presidential dollar coins, or what everyone has came to call the Godless coins. These coins left the U.S. mint without the lettering along the edge.
The state quarters series have also been in the news a lot lately for their many mistakes and flaws. From what appears to be an extra leaf on the Wisconsin coins, an extra tree on the Minnesota quarters, to the “T” in trust missing from some of the Kansas state quarters. With millions of coins being minted in each series there’s bound to be some errors.
Some coin collectors create their entire collections based on error and die...
Coin Collecting Can Be a Profitable Investment
Are you both a collector and an investor? One of the best ways to make your collecting both fun and highly profitable is to get into coin collecting. Even for novices to coin collecting, the hobby can actually become a profitable investment. With a little information and a sprinkling of wisdom you can build a coin collection that is truly a valuable investment.
There is money to be made in collecting; if you collect the right things.
Collecting has always been a popular hobby. People collect everything from coins and gems to postage stamps and from dolls to classic cars and everything in between. One of the best ways to make your collecting both fun and highly profitable is to get into coin collecting. There are many different types you can collect, but the most profitable are gold and silver...
Coin Collecting Is Much More Than A Hobby For Kids
Coin collecting is one of the oldest hobbies there is and in recent years, it’s became a very popular hobby for children of all ages. In fact, it’s one of the best hobbies there is for younger children since you can help them build a collection with little or no investment.
The best source to help your child begin a collection is from the change that you receive on a daily basis. Avid coin collectors know that you can often find many silver coins and wheat pennies in every day change. But, your child’s first collection doesn’t have to be older coins, the new state quarters are a perfect way to start.
Coin collecting can be both a fun and rewarding hobby for your child. But, it’s also an excellent opportunity for them to learn. The educational benefits of coin collecting...
Collecting Ancient Coins Of The World
Today many ancient coins from the Roman Empire and Greece still exist, as well as coins that were minted in the Middle East and other regions. These coins, for many people, are added to their collections and while it might seem that ancient coins would be extremely rare, this is not the case.
Many ancient coins are affordable enough for the person that is just beginning their coin collection. What is not missing with the amount of coins that can be found today are the history and the unique depictions, the materials used and even the shapes.
Ancient coins that have a history dating as far back as Constantine the Great, Alexander the Great, and even the coins of Julius Caesar or Nero can still be found at reasonable prices to add to a collection.
These types of coins are an exciting addition...
Walking Liberty Half Dollar
1916 – 1947
In 1916 The Walking Liberty half dollar, also referred to as the Walker, replaced the Barber half dollar and marked a change in the way US coins were designed. Since 1793, when the US mint first opened, the half dollar, quarter dollar and the dime had all carried the same design.
President Theodore Roosevelt wanted the US mint to change the way the coins were designed so that each denomination would have a different look. The striking of the new Winged Liberty, or “Mercury” dime, the Standing Liberty quarter and the Walking Liberty half ended the long practice of using a uniform design on US coins.
The obverse of the Walking Liberty half features Lady Liberty walking toward the sunrise. Her right hand is extended and in her left hand she holds laurel and oak branches....
US Two Cent Coin
1864 – 1873
The US Two Cent coin was the first coin to include the motto “In God We Trust”.
Two cent coins were very short lived being minted only from 1864 until 1873. However, even though the series was only struck for ten years, acquiring a complete collection would be quite a challenge.
During the first year of production slightly less than 20 million Two Cent coins were minted. During the following years the mintage was reduced every year until finally, in 1872, only 65,000 examples were produced. In 1873 there were no Two Cent peices struck for general circulation, but there was a Proof of which only around 1,100 were made.
US Two Cent Coin
The two-cent coin was produced in the United States from 1864–1873 with decreasing mintages throughout that time. The two-cent...
American Gold Eagle
The first American Gold Eagle was struck by the U.S. Mint in 1986. The Gold Eagle is minted in 1/10th, 1/4, 1/2 and 1 ounce denominations. The face value of the coins are $5, $25, $50 and $100 respectively. Although the American Gold Eagle is a legal tender coin of the United States it is not circulated nor is it available at face value.
At the time of this writing the prices for new coins are around; 1/10th $110, 1/4 $225, 1/2 $450 and 1 ounce $900, but as the gold price rises so do these coins. Just like it is with other coins the American Gold Eagle also appreciates in value because of its collectability. Older dated Gold Eagles often sell at much higher rates.
American Gold Eagle
When you are considering an investment one of the most important considerations is its liquidity. Liquidity...
Investing In Silver With Coin Collecting
Collecting US silver coins is an excellent way of investing in silver for your future. Not only are silver coins a solid investment they provide a fascinating hobby as well. A nicely presented coin collection is a thing of beauty; you can see and feel the value in your hands.
In recent years the value of silver has risen and it is expected to continue going up in the future. However, the value of a coin is in more than just its metal content. A coin also has “collectable value” based upon its rarity. Naturally, the more common a coin is the less its collectable value will be. Many silver coins are in such short supply that they value significantly more than their silver content, while others are so common that they can be obtained very near to their silver value – an excellent...
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