Tagged: Type And Date Sets
Tips for building type and date coin sets! Discover key series dates, values, and rare coin errors to watch for when building your collection. Expert strategies for assembling your sets in coin albums and folders.
The Ultimate Guide To Presidential Dollar Coins (2007-2020)
Explore the history and value of U.S. Presidential dollar coins minted between 2007 and 2020. This comprehensive guide covers coin compositions, design features, and notable errors like the Godless dollar. Learn which coins were released for circulation, discover the complete list of honored presidents, and find details on the related First Spouse gold coin series.
First-Year Coins: Why The First Coin In A Coin Series Is Popular
The first coin of any coin series is always among the most collected, so it's no surprise that first-year coins are tops on many coin collectors' want lists!
The 1922 Plain Penny Controversy: Why Is The 1922 Plain Cent Needed To Complete A Lincoln Penny Collection?
The 1922 plain penny is a popular error coin -- or variety, depending on your stance. But why is a hole for the 1922 plain cent being included in regular Lincoln cent coin albums and coin folders? A longtime collector's opinions on the issue and what should be done about those pesky holes that most of us can't afford to fill in our Lincoln cent coin albums and folders.
How Much Is A John Tyler Dollar Coin Worth?
The John Tyler Presidential dollar coin was the 2nd presidential dollar coin released in 2009 and the 10th in the series. On this dollar coin, 'In God We Trust' is imprinted on the obverse side of the coin, rather than on the edge of the coin. See how much John Tyler dollar coins are worth.
Lincoln Wheat Pennies: Semi-Key Date Lincoln Wheat Cents And Their Values
There are 5 really rare Lincoln pennies. However, they are not the only Lincoln cents that prove scarce to collectors. There are many date-and-mintmark combinations which are very difficult to find, cost collectors a pretty penny to buy, and certainly are on the wish lists of many people. We discuss those Lincoln semi-key coins here.
Collecting Pennies? Here Are 9 Cool Ways To Build A Penny Collection From Scratch!
Collecting pennies is fun! Here are 9 interesting ways to build penny collections that you probably haven't thought of + The cost to build each set.
What’s The Difference Between Being A Numismatist & A Coin Collector?
Wondering about the difference between being a numismatist and a coin collector? A coin collector is somebody who gathers coins with the intention of completing sets of coins. A numismatist is a person who studies coins and money from a historic, social, or artistic sense. See other differences and why many people are both!
Unlock the Secrets of Your Pocket Change: A Deep Dive into the 50 State Quarters
See the current state quarter values, a list of rare state quarters, and state quarter errors. Also, lots of fun facts about the 50 State Quarters series -- for trivia buffs and anyone who enjoys American history! I've created a detailed list of all the different things that are symbolized on the Statehood Quarters, along with some interesting little-known facts about these popular U.S. quarters.
A Fun Way To Collect Coins From A Specific Year: Assemble A Birth Year Coin Set Or A Conception Year Coin Set!
A really fun idea is to assemble a Birth Year Coin Set or a Conception Year Coin Set. It's a collection of coins that were struck during the year of one's birth or the year of one's conception. The idea is to pick out of pocket change an example of each coin you find that was struck the year you (or someone you love) was born -- or conceived. This is a simple DIY project for all skill levels -- whether you officially collect coins or not! Here are some clever ideas for making coin sets by year -- including Birth Year Coin Sets and Conception Year Coin Sets.
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.
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.
Rare Lincoln Cent Varieties And Their Values (These Rare Lincoln Pennies Don’t Always Have A Place In The Typical Coin Album)
There are dozens of Lincoln cents available for coin enthusiasts to collect. Here are just some of the Lincoln pennies worth collecting - and their values.