Oct 15, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Currency, Gold Coins, Precious Metals, Silver Coins, Type Coins, Uncategorized, US Coins, World Coins
It is easy to assume that the value of a coin rises and falls only with the price of gold or silver. After all, bullion markets are constantly in the news and coins are often made of the same metals. The truth, however, is far more complicated. While the precious...
Oct 1, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Online Auctions, Precious Metals, Silver Coins, Type Coins, Uncategorized, US Coins, World Coins
Collectors often think of coins as permanent, solid pieces of history. But even metal has vulnerabilities. Over time, air, moisture, temperature, and human handling can quietly eat away at the value of a coin collection. Protecting your coins from environmental damage...
Sep 18, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Online Auctions, Type Coins, Uncategorized, US Coins, World Coins
For anyone who collects coins, there eventually comes a time to sell. Some collectors decide to part with a single rare piece, while others look to downsize or handle an inherited collection. At that point, the big question is how to sell. Should you pursue a private...
Sep 1, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Online Auctions, Uncategorized, US Coins
One of the most exciting parts of coin collecting is discovering that a small, ordinary-looking coin in your possession is a key date—one that’s rare, historically significant, or especially valuable to collectors. These key dates serve as milestones within a series...
Aug 21, 2025 | Stamp Auctions, Stamp Collecting, Stamps, Uncategorized
Stamp collecting might seem like a quiet hobby to the outside world, but any seasoned collector will tell you that it’s full of excitement. For many, the thrill lies in the hunt for that elusive stamp: the one that’s hard to find, steeped in history, and perhaps even...
Aug 4, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Stamp Auctions, Stamp Collecting, Stamps, Uncategorized, US Coins, World Coins
When you’re dealing with something as personal and potentially valuable as a coin or stamp collection, getting an accurate and trustworthy appraisal is essential. Whether you’re settling an estate, planning a donation, or just want to know what your collection is...
