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Lots of fun and clever ways to build your coin collection, find valuable coins, get started coin roll hunting, and uncover hidden treasures. (Ideas that many newbie collectors wouldn’t think of!) Plus gift ideas for coin collectors, fun places to go, and fun things to do for anyone who enjoys learning more about U.S. coins.

Bargain Coins

How To Buy Coins At Discounted Prices When You’re On A Budget – Insider Tips From A Longtime Coin Collector

Want to buy coins at discounted prices? Here's where to find cheap coins, what to ask when you visit a coin dealer, and how to get the most for your money.

5 Money-Saving Tips For Collecting Lincoln Pennies

5 ways to collect Lincoln pennies on a budget. See how to buy rare pennies for less, build a year-date set, and find affordable albums & folders for pennies

Coin Registry Sets 101: Tips For Compiling A Unique Collection Of Coins That Have Been Certified

Coin grading companies give collectors the opportunity to create coin registry sets. Learn about these high-grade coin sets and how to build a registry set.

Wheres George

Wheres George Lets You See Where Your Money Has Been – Start Tracking Your Dollar Bills Now!

Track your dollar bills with Wheres George a.k.a. the Currency Tracking Project to see where your money has been & where it goes after leaving your wallet!

How Selling Old Coins Can Help You Afford To Buy New Coins For Your Coin Collection

Want to buy new coins for your collection but short on money? Selling old coins may help you afford new coins, but be sure to read these expert tips first.

Metal Detector Review: XP DEUS Wireless Metal Detector Is 4 Metal Detectors Rolled Into One!

The XP DEUS metal detector is 4 metal detectors in one and the first wireless metal detector EVER! See why this lifelong metal detectorist loves the XP DEUS.

Coin Gift Ideas: 5 Clever Coin Gifts For Any Occasion

Trying to find the perfect coin gift for someone? These 5 coin gift ideas are sure to please even the non-numismatists in your life.

Tips For Collecting Kennedy Half Dollars: These Are The Scarce And Valuable Kennedy Half Dollars To Look For & Where You’ll Find Them

Here are my best tips for collecting Kennedy half dollars -- which ones are rare, what they are worth, and where you can find them. Plus, a list of the 5 types of copper-nickel clad & silver Kennedy half dollars that people often like to collect.

coins fountain

What Happens To Coins Tossed In A Fountain?

Have you ever wondered what happens to coins that are tossed into a fountain? I have, too - and I found out the answer, which I reveal here. Make a wish, and read on!

Collecting Fake Coins – A New Facet Of Coin Collecting That’s Gaining Attention

Ever thought of fake coins as worthy of your time? Many counterfeit coins are gaining a spot in some numismatists' coin collections. Find out why here.

The Joys Of Being A Penny Collector

Why am I a penny collector? After more than 20 years collecting coins, I still love the penny because it's a readily available denomination with many key and semi-key dates, varieties, and errors. It's a challenge to complete a set of pennies, even for seasoned veterans. Here's how I got my start collecting pennies.

The coin I "lost" - a 1799 Draped Bust silver dollar. photo by Joshua at The Fun Times Guide

Buying Back The Coin I Lost: One Coin Collector’s Story Of Seller’s Remorse

Coin collectors always have a story about the coin they lost, coins that they either once had but sold and wish they had back, or coins they saw for sale but passed up because they were looking for a better deal – or simply couldn’t afford the coin. I have had a similar experience.

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