subject: Basic Coin Collecting Tips [print this page] Coin collecting has been around probably since coins existed. They are conveniently easy to collect and can become very rare as the years go by. Because of the probability of counterfeit monies, governments will change coins from time to time. The rarer a coin, typically the more value it can have.
Collecting coins is as easy as checking the change in your pocket or piggy bank. So, it does not take much to get started. You may start collecting by dates, state, or even my number series. As a collector starting out may be a little confusing at first. Here are some basic tips and information about coin collecting supplies.
It is recommended that you take some type and study up on coin collecting. You will want to understand how serious collectors find and display coins. Regardless if you are collecting for fun or for financial gain it can be helpful to gain as much knowledge about collecting. You may want to purchase a book or do more investigating online.
You will also want to get acquainted with the numeric grading scale. Coins are graded and from the grade a more accurate value can be accessed. Grading scale are not always accurate. A coins grade is still up for speculation by coin experts. Just use it as a guide and not an exact measure.
As you start to get more involved and become a more serious collector you will want to learn about any major grading services. These services will be able to provide more accurate valuations of your coins.
It is always beneficial to find other coin collectors to learn from. They can pass on personal coin collecting experiences and offer insight on coin collecting supplies. Coin albums, folders, and display boxes can all help keep your coins safe. Finding and befriending other coin collectors can make collecting more enjoyable and help you along the way.
Coin collecting can be a fun experience. The more involved you get the more you begin to value you collections. Once you're ready to start collecting, just pull out the change in your pocket and start collecting.
