Tagged: How To DIY
DIY articles for coin collectors! Learn how to do everything from cleaning, grading, appraising, roll searching, inventorying, sorting your coins.
How NOT To Clean Coins + Tips For Cleaning Coins Properly (Safely)
You've probably read before that you shouldn't clean your coins because doing so can lower their value. Actually, there are 2 ways that you can safely clean your coins without damaging them. I'm showing you how to do that method. Plus, 4 ways you should NOT clean your coins. We're debunking a few popular coin cleaning ideas here!
The Best Coin Inventory Methods To Log And Keep Track Of All Your Coins
See why every coin collector needs to keep a coin inventory (or coin log). Plus the 3 best methods keeping track of the coins you have AND coins you want!
Which U.S. Coin Price Guide Is The Best? (Red Book vs. Blue Book)
There are several coin price guides out there, but I mostly use the official Red Book. Tips to help you choose the right price guide for your needs.
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.
5 Legit Ways To Buy Gold And Silver Coins Cheap (At Or Below Spot Price) + The Best Place To Buy Gold & Silver Coins Safely
If you want to buy gold and silver coins at spot price (the precious metal value of the coin), start here! I’m going to show you how to buy gold and silver cheap. Plus 5 legit ways to buy gold and silver coins at spot price!
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!
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.
5 Tips For Handling An Estate Collection Of Coins (Which Coins To Keep & Which Ones To Sell)
Here’s what to do if you’ve come across an estate coin collection, have no experience with coins, and you want to know how to look through a large coin collection… and possibly sell them.
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!
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
The Best Coin Grading Apps To Determine Your Coin’s Grade, Rarity, And Value!
Is there an app for coin collecting? Yes - there are several. But these are the only coin collecting apps you need: The best app to grade coins + An app to see how rare your coins are + An app to determine the value of your coins. See our top picks for each!
Official US Coin Weights (By Denomination)
How much does a dime weigh? How much does a quarter weigh? How much does a roll of pennies weigh? If you're wondering how much coins weigh, then you'll appreciate this Ultimate Guide To Weighing Coins. There's a list of all official U.S. coin weights for each denomination... and by year!