Coin Collecting 101
Beginner Coin Collecting Tips For Newbies + Low-Budget Coin Collecting Ideas – Thinking of starting a coin collection? Or maybe you’ve inherited someone else’s collection and you’re not sure how to get it appraised so you know how much the coins are worth. Our coin experts respond quickly to your coin questions, while sharing helpful resources to point you in the right direction when you don’t know much about U.S. coins and their values. See what to watch out for when buying or selling coins, how to find valuable coins in circulation, what you need to know before cleaning coins, tips for storing and protecting your coins, how to get coins graded and appraised, the best coin collecting supplies to start with, low-budget coin collecting advice, and lots of unique resources & tips for collecting coins that you won’t find anywhere else.
How Many Coins Come In A Roll? All About U.S. Coin Rolls By Denomination
Coin rolls are used by banks, but they're also treasure troves for coin collectors! See how many coins come in a roll by denomination + The value of each roll of coins by denomination. Find out how many dimes are in a dime roll, how many pennies are in a penny roll, how many quarters are in a quarter role, and how many nickels are in a nickel role.
Collecting Old Coin Holders
Collecting and using old coin holders has become fashionable among coin collectors who want to enjoy a slice of nostalgia; sometimes, buying old coin holders can save money compared to buying new coin holders.
Keep Your Pennies Safe In Coin Albums Made Just For Lincoln Cents
I've been collecting coins for years. See why I keep my coins in albums, and why coin albums are so popular for storing Lincoln cents & ALL types of coins!
Grading Silver Dollars: How To Determine The Grade Of A Silver Dollar
Learn how to determine the grade (condition) of your circulated U.S. silver dollars -- Eisenhower dollars, Peace dollars, and Morgan dollars.
Why Do Coins Have Ridges On The Sides?
Have you noticed that some U.S. coins have ridges on their edges, while others do not? Why do some coins have edge reeds and other coins have smooth edges? Turns out, there are MANY reasons why coins have ridges... Find out here!
What Is A Mint Coin? Is It The Same As A Mint State Coin? How Much Are Mint Coins Worth?
What is a mint coin? And how much are mint coins worth? Learn what the terms "mint condition,” “mint state,” and "mint coin" mean to collectors… and how much mint coins are worth.
What Is An Uncirculated Coin? (Uncirculated Coin Grades Explained)
Here’s what to look for on your uncirculated (mint state) coins that have never been used as money: 1) Wear (see where to look for wear on coins) and 2) Grade (see how to determine the grade of your uncirculated coins - with all 11 uncirculated coin grades explained in layman’s terms).
What Is A Bullion Coin & Which Ones Are Valuable?
Bullion coins are precious metal coins. See why people are collecting them now, how much they're worth, and a list of the most valuable ones!
Rare Coin Values – How To Tell If Your U.S. Coin Is Valuable
What's my coin worth? While it may seem like a fairly easy question, it takes a really good evaluation of the coin by a professional coin dealer to determine your coin's value accurately. You see, when determining the value of a coin, the appraiser must consider not only the date and denomination of the coin, but also what condition it is in, what the value of the metal is, the relative scarcity of the coin, and other issues.
5 Best Coin Sites To Explore Coin Collecting Online
As a lifelong coin collector, these are the top 5 coin sites that I personally enjoy visiting the most. I know you will find them helpful as well!
What Is The Rarest Mintmark On U.S. Coins?
What are the rarest mintmarks on coins? And how does the mint mark affect the coin's value? Find out here!
U.S. Pennies With No Mint Mark: Is A No Mint Mark Penny Worth More Money?
Can a penny have no mint letter? Yes! Do you happen to have some pennies with no mint mark on them? See how much a no mint mark penny is worth and why some Lincoln pennies don't have mint letters on them.