Tagged: Grading Coins
Learn how to grade coins like a pro! We’ll help you master the 1–70 Sheldon Scale, understand abbreviations from AG to MS, evaluate eye appeal, and spot high-value mint errors.
Surprising Reasons Old Coins Aren’t Always More Valuable
Old coins aren't always valuable. Here are the 4 factors that make old coins valuable today -- so you know what to look for!
Coin Collecting Magnifiers: How To Choose The Best Magnifying Glass For Coins!
As an avid coin collector since 1992, I've been through my share of coin loupe magnifiers, and I want to share with you what the best magnifying glass for coins is -- and why you really need one.
A Beginner’s Guide To Buying Collectible Coins For The First Time
Thinking of buying collectible coins? As a collector of 35+ years, I've got 5 great tips for you + 4 things to know about each coin BEFORE you buy it!
How To Get Your Coin Graded By PCGS (Tips From A Coin Collector Who’s Done It!)
Wondering how to submit coins to PCGS for grading? I've done it myself and have some tips to share that could save you a lot of time and money!
Top 10 Coin Words You Need To Know Before You Buy, Sell, Or Acquire U.S. Coins
Find out the top 10 coin terms you need to know in order to succeed in coin collecting.
U.S. Coin Identifier: Get To Know The Important Parts Of A Coin (Diagrams + Photos)
Coin diagrams and photos to help you describe your coin to others (if you want to sell it online). Plus, a coin glossary that explains the parts of a coin.
What Makes A Coin Valuable? (The 5 Most Important Factors)
What makes a U.S. coin valuable? There are 5 important factors that determine a coin's value -- and how rare it is. Do you know what those 5 things are?
Coin Grading Abbreviations: Your Quick Reference Guide To U.S. Coin Grades
Newbie coin collectors are often overwhelmed by the words and phrases they come across in their new hobby. These U.S. coin grade letters, numbers, and abbreviations are the most common ones you need to know when grading coins at home yourself.
Coin Grading 101: How To Determine The Grade Of Every U.S. Coin In Your Collection
Most coin collectors want to be able to look at their coins and determine an approximate grade -- which will then yield important information about the coin's worth. Here's how U.S. coins are graded professionally AND how to grade a coin yourself at home!
Professional Coin Grading: How To Find Someone To Grade Your Coins
Coin grade is one of many factors that must be determined in order to find the true value of a coin. Here's how the professionals grade coins... and how to find the grade of your individual coins. That way, you'll have a better idea of your coin's value.
Coin Grading Basics: To Help You Find The Value Of Your Coin
If you can understand coin grading, then you can begin to figure out coin values much more easily than you may be able to now. Basically, coin grading is a determination of coin's value based on how much or how little wear it has. Here's how to grade your coins.
How Much Is My Coin Worth? Here’s How To Find Coin Values Yourself!
Coin values depend on a number of factors. Here's how to find out how much a specific coin is worth. Plus tools to help you find the value of ALL your coins