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...
Jul 29, 2024 | Coin Collecting, Coins
Ask ten coin collectors about their most intriguing coin, and you’ll likely receive ten distinct answers. This diversity stems from the varied reasons people delve into the world of numismatics. For some, the draw is financial—seeking coins with the highest market...
Apr 9, 2018 | Coin Collecting, Coins, Counterfits, Mint
WAYS THAT MINTS TRY TO PREVENT COUNTERFEITING Many people know about the anti-counterfeiting techniques that have been applied to currency banknotes but not those applied on coins. People usually assume that coins are not prone to counterfeit but it will shock you to...
Mar 30, 2018 | Coin Collecting, World Coins
2018 is going to an amazing year for coin collectors. There are a number of new coins that are a collector’s must-haves. The following are some of the world coins of 2018 to watch out for: Perth’s flagship silver and gold proof year of the dog coins The release date...
Feb 1, 2018 | Coin Collecting, Coins, Gold Coins, Royal Canadian Mint, Silver Coins, World Coins
CANADIAN MINT NEWS The Royal Canadian Mint produces all the coins circulating in Canada. It is a crown corporation which is operating under the Royal Canadian Mint Act. The mint also produces circulation coins on behalf of other nations. A key reason why coin...
Jan 23, 2018 | Online Auctions
HOW ONLINE AUCTIONS ARE CHANGING HOW WE BUY THINGS IN THE UNITED STATES We often shop online, just go through products lists on e-commerce websites, view and purchase them in an instant. You can find almost anything online today. People sell everything from...
Jan 11, 2018 | First Day Issue, Philatelic, Philatelists, Philately, Stamp Auctions, Stamp Collecting, Stamps, Uncategorized
WHAT ARE THE UNITED STATES “FIRST-DAY COVERS” Stamps have over the years been a representation of the country, the times or period they are in, as well as to recognize outstanding individuals and monuments. Stamps may be used to describe a nation. They change over...
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...
Nov 8, 2016 | Coin Collecting, Coins
Coin Values A lot of people ask me all the time what are coins worth, and if there is money in coins. I try not to giggle at the last one. But it is a reasonable question for those not in the field. Coins, you see, are money, we all know that, so they have a “worth”...
