Aug 26, 2024 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Currency, Exonumia, History, Numasmatics, Precious Metals, Silver Coins, US Coins
Whether you’re a seasoned coin collector or a curious newcomer, attending a numismatic event can be one of the most rewarding experiences in your journey. These gatherings offer a unique opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts, expand your knowledge, and...
Aug 13, 2024 | Coin Collecting, Coins, US Coins, World Coins
Coin collecting, or numismatics, is a fascinating hobby that attracts enthusiasts from all walks of life. However, like any hobby with a rich history, it’s surrounded by myths and misconceptions that can mislead new and seasoned collectors alike. Let’s dive into...
Mar 24, 2017 | ANA, Coins, US Coins
Knowledge ipsa scientia potestas est Know it all….In school when you were called that, it was not a good thing. I find it funny that later in life we sometimes feel we have to know the answers to all of the questions. No one knows all of the info all of the time for...
Jul 8, 2016 | ANA, Coin Collecting, Coins, US Coins
Early American Coppers (EAC), or copper coins, was another transition. More common than some of the pre-colonial, but ohh how hard they are to identify. With so many from ground finds, and being made of copper = challenge! We covered large cents and 1/2¢. Those half’s...
Jun 14, 2016 | Coin Collecting, Coins, US Coins
Come On! For anyone that has ever worked retail, you know that there are two kinds of coin rolls. The ones that you can pry open, and the ones you crack on the corner of the drawer and hope that the drawer does not break off! For those of you that have not, let me...
Apr 12, 2016 | Coin Collecting, Coins, Error, Mint, US Coins
Although they are quite noticeable, I am not referring to striking in that way! (adjective: attracting attention by reason of being unusual, extreme, or prominent) After our talk on Planchet Errors, now we are going to talk about striking errors. Now there are many...
