Why waste everyones time? Lets skip the appetizers and get to the meaty stuff right now: The Morgan silver dollars poised to increase the most in value in the years ahead are the 1895, 1892-CC, 1894, 1878-CC, and the 1883-CC. Pretty bold prediction, eh? At this point, the reader now has three options: (1) Stop reading and act upon this information, (2) Stop reading and get on with life, or (3) Continue on, evaluate the analytical approach to identify the Top Five Morgan d…
What is the Difference Between a Coin’s Price and its Value?
Proof and uncirculated coins are not the same and the terms are not interchangeable. During production, the two types of coins employ different striking methods. Proof coins are produced when specially prepared planchets are struck at least twice by specially polished dies. The end product is a coin with a highly mirrored field and very frosted detail. Proof coins are struck for, and generally sold to collectors. Proof coins can be found in circulation if someone has unknowingly, or sometimes purposefully, removed these coins from their holders and used the coins as legal tender.
All Coin Dealers Are Not Created Equal
How to Select a Coin Dealer for Your Coin Collection
Why do I Need a Coin Dealer?
It is very difficult to build a collection of rare coins without a connection to a good coin dealer. If you are an investor hoping to make a profit with your collection of rare coins, building relationships with good coin dealers is vital to your success. If you are interested in making the highest profits possible with your coin collection, you will need to find a merchant partner who i…
Coin Collecting
One of the most popular hobbies today is coin collecting. Coin collecting is a fun pastime that can be enjoyed by anyone.
The premise of coin collecting lies in the idea that certain coins are more valuable than others. Amateur collectors often save a coin if they notice it has a date that reaches back several decades.
Many adults and children enjoy coin collecting. For the majority of these people their collections are limited to old coins or coins from other countri…
Coin Collecting Throughout The Ages
Coin collecting, or numismatics is a hobby as old as time. As a hobby, it has been around for more than 2,500 years. This is surprising since the use of coins has been around for pretty much that same amount of time too. Man has always had a fixation for small, round, shiny things. And throughout the ages, coin collectors have always been on the prowl for the oldest, rarest, most attractive coins around.
Numismatics comes from the Greek word nomisma, meaning currency, o…
Coin Collecting A Rewarding Hobby
One remarkably rewarding hobby, in more ways than one, is coin collecting. Though it may not have the same visceral excitement as, say, hang gliding, it has a subdued joy that is more than worth the experience. The simple joys of finding a coin youve been looking for or discovering a mint-condition penny from forty years ago is a pleasure that is not to be missed. While this may be difficult for some to understand, coin collecting is a reward all its own and, for those who d…
Coin Values How Much Is Your Coin Worth?
One of the most enjoyable parts of coin collecting is learning about coin values. After all, as enjoyable as coin collecting is on its own, seeing the investment potential of a coin collection is also enjoyable. Besides, when you can see your coins increase in value, it makes your hobby feel functional. And, when you can see how many coins your current coins are worth, it is a self-expanding hobby. However, to enjoy this aspect of coin collecting, you are going to need a way …
Collecting Greek, Roman, And Other Old Coins
A Beginners Guide to Collecting Inexpensive Old Coins
Collecting old coins is like holding a piece of history right in your hand. It is common to find affordable ancient Roman coins that are 1600 years old, and many are even 2000 years old or more. Imagine that the ancient Roman denarius in your collection might once have bought admission to the gladiator fights in the Coliseum or chariot races at the Circus Maximum. The best thing about collecting old coins is that, unl…
Determining Coin Values
If you are interested in collecting coins, its important to be able to have a rough idea of how much coins are worth. Knowing how coin values are determined will enable you to find good deals, and ensure that you dont get cheated into paying too much money for a coin with a low worth.
Do I have to Buy the Best Quality Coins to Make Money?
Values of the finest coins are skyrocketing. BUt are these the only coins that are rising in value? This article explores other options
Do You Have Precious Rare Coins In Your Purse Or Change Jar?
A Guide to Rare Coins in Circulation Today
Its usually a small thing that turns regular looking money into valuable rare coins. Last years materials used instead of this years, a tiny symbol left off a minting die. Collectors covet the unusual and uncommon above all else, and these minor oversights result in a very limited number of coins. This means that supply is much lower than demand, and even something that looks almost exactly like a common penny can actually be …
Favorite Gold Coins To Collect For Investment
Why Gold American Eagle Coins are Popular among Collectors
Gold coins are a favorite of coin collectors with an eye toward investment. Not only are golden coins lovely to behold, but they also have a value that is guaranteed, due to their precious metal content. The value of gold coins is usually higher than the value of their weight in gold bullion, making them a better investment than the gold market alone.
Many countries produce gold coins for collectors or for comme…