Dec 3, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Obsolete Coins, Online Auctions, Silver Coins, Stamp Auctions, Stamp Collecting, Stamps, Type Coins, Uncategorized, US Coins, World Coins
It happens all the time. Someone brings in a box of coins or a stamp album they inherited from a relative, convinced they are sitting on a small fortune. After all, the collection is old, the pieces look interesting, and they have heard stories of rare collectibles...
Nov 15, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Type Coins, Uncategorized, US Coins, World Coins
World coin collecting has always had a dedicated audience, but something interesting has been happening in recent years. More collectors across the United States are widening their focus and exploring coins from other countries. What was once considered a niche...
Oct 31, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Uncategorized
Professional coin grading has become one of the most trusted ways to verify authenticity and preserve the value of collectible coins. Grading companies such as PCGS and NGC give coins an official numerical grade, seal them in protective holders, and provide...
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...
Jul 21, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Currency, Stamp Auctions, Stamp Collecting, Stamps, Uncategorized, US Coins, World Coins
If you’ve ever sorted through a box of old coins or flipped through a family stamp album, chances are you’ve wondered: Is this worth anything? It’s a natural question—and one we hear almost daily at Centennial Auctions. Coins and stamps have a long history of being...
