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Collecting And Selling Coins

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If you are a coin collector who wants to sell or buy coins, one good way to do it is through coin auctions or bidding.

Coin auctions provide the best ways to obtain coins that have remarkable values. Coin auctions are the primary source of rare coins because most rare coin collectors want to sell their treasures to the highest bidder.

Unlike the typical way of selling and buying coins, coin auctions entail some rules and regulations for both the bidder and the seller that they must adhere to.

Basically, there are three types of coin collecting auctions. These are:

1. Auctions through mail bidding

In this type of coin auction, the seller will advertise and publish coin auctions through the mail. This is highly beneficial for people who want to participate in the activity but cannot attend the event personally.

Usually, the seller has a mailing list available and it is used to send catalogs that contain the descriptions and pictures of the item(s) to be sold. At times it may contain the starting bid amount and other pertinent information.

The sellers mailing list, the catalogs, or brochures are sent out to the potential bidders. These lists may also be sent to those who have purchased from them in the past.

2. Phone auctions

These auctions are conducted by phone. Just like the mail bidding, phone auctions must observe the rules and regulations that are to be followed.

Once the highest bid is identified, the item goes to the winner. However, there are some instances when people may ask the seller for an approximate selling price but the rules still remain the same, no disclosure of previous bids.

3. Online coin auctions

This type of auction is popular because when bidding on a particular coin the bidder is able to see what the coin looks like. Greater interaction between the seller and the buyer may also be achieved as the seller can instantly contact the bidder for important information.

The only drawback to this kind of coin auction is that through the Internet, others can deceive a coin collector into believing that what they see on the screen is exactly the same item that they are bidding on.

All of these things can provide you with the best ways of obtaining the best coins available on the market. Just try to stick to your bidding budget.

1937 D three legged buffalo nickel

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1937 D three legged buffalo nickel is one of the famous and one of the most sort after error coins in the collecting world.
I remember back when i was just starting out collecting coins with my dad. I couldn't have been more than 7 or 8 years old. My dad would say " We got to get that three legged buffalo". In my mind i was thinking a "three legged Buffalo???
Not wanting to disturb my dad, I didn't ask him any questions just yet. My mind was trying to figure out what a "three legged buffalo" looks like. Was it another kind of buffalo, could it be a different breed???? Or since it was also called a Indian head nickel was it some symbol of a great god, maybe it symbolized a great warrior that was wounded in Little Big Horn battle. But what ever it was my dad just had to have one. The imagination on a young child could really make people dizzy. Eventually i asked my dad, and my answer was finally put to an end. We where down at the local coin dealer on West 45Th street in Manhattan. I remember the owner's name.
It was Joey, but we called him Jo-Jo for short. Dad asked Jo-Jo "do you have a three leggier". Jo Jo answer "not yet". My dad would have
this disappointed look on his face. "make sure you let me know when you get one." Jo Jo would say "how about a 1942/1 Mercury Dime "No, i want the three leggier." Sounded like we were on the the big hunt in the forest looking for the trophy for the living room wall. My dad finally found a raw one. Since they didn't grade coins back in those days, coins were purchase raw. "This one isn't real" my dad said, the first one we looked at. "The buffalo is to big and the leg, not right.". It sure looked good to me, partial leg missing, "dad are you sure?" "Trust me son i can tell". My dad favorite phase was "trust me son", so i did. This leads us into what i will try to explain to you about a "three Legged Buffalo Nickel".How to tell a geniue form an altered one.

Genuine Three Leggier

1) The entire Buffalo on the reverse of the coin is smaller then any altered one. Can be seen by the naked eye.

2) The hind legs on the genuine 3 legged are narrow and not totally rounded. Looks bumpy

3) The 3 leggier has several bumps between the front and back legs.

4) The beard tips on the 3 leggier are blunt and about even

5) On the genuine, the hoof between the missing leg is weak

6) Genuine 3 leggier, the P of PLURIBUS and the U of UNUM do not touch the upper portion of the buffalo.

This concludes part one of "How To Detect Counterfeit & Altered Coins"

A short story on my store's name
Several years ago my dad died, one the worst days in my life. I took over our collection. I feel like my dad was still there next to me
when i'm around coins looking to sell or buy. I can still hear him said "I want a Three leggier", like it was yesterday.
We all called my dad "Pop". So "Pop Pino's Coins" is My M.O. Thanks

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Tips in Buying Bullion Coins

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Tips in Buying Bullion Coins What are bullion coins? These coins may have high values because they are not only limited; but also they may have been found in shipwrecks, or they may come from the ancient times. Bullion coins are the type of collectors items that many people look for. The silver bullion could be the most well known type of bullion that is selling very well in the internet aside from those that are to be considered to be most expensive and valuable items in the world. Some high priced coins that are displayed on the internet include the silver ingot. The silver ingot was said to have been found in the Spanish ship Atocha that sank in the ocean. This ship was found to contain treasures and artifacts including silver ingots. Others claim that the silver ingots were recovered from an old Colorado Mining area. Coins were found everywhere and were said to have been hidden by the miners. The silver Maple Leaf Coins, which are officially sealed, are also popular among collectors. These coins came from the Royal Canadian Mint and include the Walking Liberty half-dollars and the dealer roll first-strike 1994 U.S. Eagles. These items were a collection of the Franklin Mint which had more than 100 masterpieces in his memorabilia. Most bullion collectors prefer the gold billion. Some famous bullion gold coins include the gold Krugerrands, which are from South Africa. The European Gold Crowns were released from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. Other items include the Canadian Maple Leaf Coins and the United States American Eagle Coins. British Sovereigns are also seen on the internet as are the Swiss Helveteas and the French Roosters. The awesome 10-ounce Swiss gold bar, China gold panda set, and the American eagle proof set coins can also be found and are considered to be the most seen coins on the internet. There are gold bullions found in the American Eagle set, Mixed Lots, Rounds, Bars, and any other similar categories that are found on some sites n the internet. A type of bullion that is not well known is the Platinum bullion. It is less researched on the internet because the demand for it is not as great as the silver and gold bullions. Platinum bullions can be purchased anywhere: some of them are the French Statue of Liberty coins, Eagle sets, and the Koala Proofs. The World Trade Center has also offered some Platinum bullions like the Englehard platinum bar, crucible dish made of platinum bullion, and the Johnson Matthew Year of the Dragon coins which were recovered from the safety vaults of the building when it collapsed. These coins can be considered as thoughtful gifts aside from their being valuable since they can be kept as a souvenir from the person who gave it. A bullion bar that features a happy birthday greeting can be a thoughtful gift for a friends birthday especially if the bar has the date of the birthday on it. Some people also use them for their anniversaries as their gifts to one another - they search for those bullions that have the date of their engagement or the wedding year. Some brides also ask their groom to find her 24-karat gold flakes or silver flakes as her chosen token for their wedding. Coin collecting of this type can be very expensive, especially when buying bullions, but here are some tips that can guide a person in his search for affordable bullions. 1.A person must be sure of the type of bullion he would like to purchase before ordering or buying. 2.He must ask himself, or the person he is buying the bullion for, what bullion he/she prefers and ask if they would like to come with him when purchasing the bullion. 3.A person must figure the delivery costs and add them to the agreed price. 4.A person should be sure that the seller would contact give him a delivery for the item if they have ordered it on the internet. 5.He should never make the payments using instant money transfer firms. 6.It is important to know the sellers background and reputation in the business. A person can purchase any bullion that he prefers. The idea of giving bullions to a special loved one or friend can be very thoughtful and it will serve as memorabilia that will be kept throughout the years.

1889 CC morgan Silver Dollar

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The 1889 cc Morgan Dollar is by far the rarest of all the Carson City Silver Dollars. It also a KEY DATE of the series and most elusive. With a mintage of about 350,000 it is not the lowest. The 1889 cc is among impossible to find in MS & MS+++ grades. These coins are rare and have a high premium in all grades. Most coins at best have a below average strike.

Some collectors have said that the coin is harder and more rarer then the # 1 Key Date coin of the series, the 1893 s, to achieve in Mint State Condition.

In 1889 William Henry Harrison was the President of the United States, & the world Street Journal started publication. The first coin operated phones being installed at Railroad Stations. The Singer Corporation made the first electric sewing machine. Things were moving good and improvement and new design on the move.

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How to detect Altered & Conterfeit Coins

1893 s Morgan Silver Dollar How to detect Altered & Counterfiet coins

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Many Different Morgan Date have been used to make a 1893 s,

1893 p with a transplanted mint mark. Be sure that the s is a small s and not like the 1892 s larger. Look for the focal points on the coin. Any evidents of soldering marks in the mint areas or glue residue.

1883 s is often used removing the 8 and gluing a 9 in it's place. This alteration is a dead give away because the 9 will look "squeezed" in.

1898 s is the next most altered coin. By cutting the 8 into a 3 the spacing is just right, the mint mark would be exact, but look for tool marks that have to be there
were the 8 was cut to look like a 3. Some Field alteration has to show.

My Pop never had one of these, "the big one" 1893 s Morgan Silver Dollar.
I would give anything to see his face to hold one today. I know he would be saying
"trust me son" use the "focal points on the coin, look to see if it is real". Like he said to me "those are the good old days."

Altered Coins

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Altered Coins

I have Written many blogs on Altered & Counterfeit coins , using the focal points on the coin to show if it is real or fake. One thing i really never talked about is re-coloring of copper pennies. This is one on the hardest jobs of all. Did you ever look at a penny and it just doesn't look right? To pink, to red. The Numismatics of Chemistry.

All the different cleaners, acids,and coloring. It really is "Doctoring Of Coins". The major is in chemistry. It going back to when coins first started to be collected. Once a coin was changed to be much more appealing , the coin's net worth changed in a postive direction.Tthe Doctors found out a way how to make them happen un naturally. Talking about coloring of coins, i have a client of mine who bought a coin off "E-bay", sound familiar, and a few months later it changed! The dealer was well known and had 10,000 feed backs. Is it the dealer fault? Should he be a chemist? Why is he being deceptive ? What I think he was taken advantage of "lack of knowledge". The dealer had it encapsulated. It came back MS 64 RED!

Well here is the point, I really believe that only third party graders are the only ones that can tell. Looking at tens of thousands of coins gives them the advantage, especially the ones that guarantie and back it with their own money. The only two that can do this is PCGS & NGC. There are many others out there, but this is it.

People may disagree but then again is grading not an opinion? Look at the picture and tell me what you think. Also can anyone guess the dealer?

I will talk more about PCGS and NGC in my next blog, lets see what we can lean from this one.

Coin Grading

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When I was growing up with my dad collecting coins, he was always talking about the luster, Strike, and appeal. I was About 8 Years old. I had know clue what he was talking about. But the more i listened the more i learned.
Coins were a lot more complicated then I ever could image.

First we must know every coin has three sides -obverse, reverse and the edge. All must be examined carefully.

The Obverse is the head side of the coin. The number of coin marks as well as where they are placed is a significant element in establishing the grade.Any marks on the Facial part of the portered is defiantly noticeable and will down grade the coin.

The reserve of the coin is the tail part or back of the coin. Any scratches
here will not effect the grading as much as the obverse. Striking the coin is the method of stamping an imprecision on the coin. Depending on the coin’s design, it can either have weak or strong strike. Generally the strike is not a key factor in establishing the coin’s grade except when it is included in a series where the value is connected to strike.
The edge or rim of the coin can be extremely help full in telling if a coin is counterfeit or not. Each coin as a specified detailing around the rim. Each coin has it special rim edging. If the rim looks split or not consistent of it's known striking, we start to look for a altered or counterfeit coin. I have written many blogs on counterfeit coins if you want to know more. The real content in this blog is on grading coins and I do not
want to steer off track.
luster.
As coin collectors become knowledgeable, most of them are attracted and fascinated to coins having their natural color. In most coin series, it is nearly impossible to discover original coin pieces. When talking about luster we are talking about the surfaces original appearance when it came of the press. Today with all the dipping and harsh cleaning of coins, it is very hard and an art to pick coins with natural luster. Eye attraction or appeal mixed with color, luster, strike and surface marks come together, note that a coin having superior “eye appeal” can be strong in one aspect, such as possessing exceptional luster but not quite as strong in another aspect, such as not so good color. Knowing coins being a metal, over the course of time and the elements of storing the coin, it can create a beautiful rainbow of colors, which is attractive. Most coin collector want a clear white coin steer clear of the toned coin. I love originally toned coins and know this is a natural chemical reaction and doesn't effect the grading of a coin. Most real serious collector will pay a premium for them. Knowing how to grade a coin is very important so that one can have an idea of the value or price of the coin that he is buying or selling.

How to Grade Your Coins
Now that we know the focal points of a coin we can grade a coin by the information about it and study them. Grading can be learned, studied and applied with a predictable and known outcome that eventually depends on judgment.
Like any language, science, sport, or research, it is best to learn and understand coin grading one component at a time, through serious study and experience.
A coin can have a variation of textures on the surface, influenced by design. Coins can have textures which are frosty, roof, Proof like, Mint State un circulated, circulated. A coin in Mint State is free of abrasion and wear and must not have significant breaks in its surface or wear spots.
To days day and age almost all coin collector send their coins out to be graded and encapsulated by Professional grading companies. PCGS & NGC.
They use the “Sheldon grading scale” in determination of the grade. I strongly recommend all new coin collector to buy graded coins by these grading company so you know what you are really getting. This and with studying of the coin you can then get the feel of grade them yourself.

Mercury Dime Full Split Band

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The Reverse image of "The Mercury Dime" is called the Fasces. This symbolism is traced bact to ancient times.
The fasces, a bundle of rods bound to a battle axe, come from the Roman Empire and symbolized authority.a
Aldolf Weinman was the artist which crated fasces for the Mercury dime. The fasces show entwined olive branch around the battle axe, represented Unity of strength The battle axe, willingness to defend it's self , and the olive branches, the nation's love for peace.
A full band Mercury Dime is a extremely sharp strike which clearly shows the three double band on the axe, each one a has a clear space between the double bands. These full bands command a premium on most
coins and a extremely high premium on some which full bands are rare

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1804 Large Cent

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The Large Cent appeared in 1793,same time as the half cent together. these coppers were the first coins released by the U.S. into general circulation.

The initial type, Flowing Hair Chain Cent reverse,was not well received by the public. many complaints led to the replacement of the chain with a wreath after a few weeks. Soon after, more complaints resulted in the Liberty head that exists but with a cap on.

A genuine 1804 cent sells for at least $2000, while the restrikes go for several hundred. Fakes are worthless of course. If you have an apparent 1804 Large Cent you should have it inspected in person by a dealer or appraiser.

Is my 1804 Large Cent Genuine

The first and most common way in determining a genuine 1804 large cent from an altered date is the positioning of the numeral "0" in the date on the front of the coin, and the letter "O" in of on the back. On a genine 1804, if you draw a line from the middle of the numeral "0" in 1804 to the middle of the letter "O" in Of, the line should be alinged straigth thru both.

Second diagnostic item is, the second berry the right extends below the right top of the letter "E" in "ONE"
If altered from another coin, it would show the second berry in line with right top vertical of the letter "E" in "one".

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1804 Large Cent Genuine

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The Large Cent appeared in 1793, same time as the half cent together. these coppers were the first coins released by the U.S. into general circulation. The initial type, Flowing Hair Chain Cent reverse, was not well received by the public. Many complaints led to the replacement of the chain with a wreath after a few weeks. Soon after, more complaints resulted in the Liberty head that exists but with a cap on.

A genuine 1804 cent sells for at least $2000, while the restrikes go for several hundred. Fakes are worthless of course. If you have an apparent 1804 Large Cent you should have it inspected in person by a dealer or appraiser.
The first and most common way in determining a genuine 1804 large cent from an altered date is the positioning of the numeral "0" in the date on the front of the coin, and the letter "O" in "OF" on the back. On a genine 1804, if you draw a line from the middle of the numeral "0" in 1804 to the middle of the letter "O" in Of, the line should be alinged straigth thru both

Second diagnostic item is, the second berry the right extends below the right top of the letter "E" in "ONE"If altered from another coin, it would show the second berry in line with right top vertical of the letter "E" in "one"

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1942/1 Mercury Dime One of the most dramatic over dates

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The 1942/1 Mercury Dime

One of the most dramatic over dates! of the 20 th century. This error was not discovered until a year after the mint released them.
This accounts for the many coins in worn condition. The coin has numerous forgeries. Quick back ground history.

In 1941 after making the quote of dimes for the mint to use for business strikes, it was found that many 1941 coins were left over. Comes 1942 it was assumed that one would not notice if they used these coins and re struck them as 1942.
All the coins left in the coin bins were use (un-known number) and re-struck. They were released to the public. This is were we get the over strike .
One very very important and noticeable by eye, is the design of the 1942 dime had changed slightly. This helpful tip is very good way to check for the authenticity of a real 1942/1. The right wing,
was slightly moved so that the "R" doesn't touch the wing. All dimes for 1942-45. The "r" don't touch the wing. Any coin altered will show a space at this point. Another characteristic is the display of of doubling of the "4" and a tiny die line that almost connects
to the "9". With that the numeral "1" appears to right of the "2" and is slightly lower on genuine. Most forgeries try taking a 1942 coin and gluing a one on to it. Another one is tying to grind the "4" on a 1944 to a one and adding a 4 to it.

This concludes Part 2 The 1942/1 Mercury Dime "How To Detect Counterfeit & Altered Coins".
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Coin Grading Service

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Coin Grading Service Important

Coin collecting has been a very popular hobby to many people of all ages. The marketing of coins has expanded widely and because of this wide the market prices of coins has varied immensely.

Before, the coin market was limited to a small number of collectors and dealers. At that time coins were priced in simpler terms. Since the market has expanded, dealers have been very inconsistent with the prices they set for the coins so that became the time when the need for a standard scale arose. That is where the coin grading service entered the scene.

Coin grading services are able to provide services that determine the standard practices so important in marketing. Any collector who sees the wide market of coins will see the importance of a grading service. There are unscrupulous dealers that over grade the coins that they sell and collectors need to be aware of this.

Coin grading services have standard scales for every coin available on the market. One benefit grading provides, is that coins will be assessed fairly and accurately. Antique coins and rare ones will be scaled depending on their origin, quality and the purpose for which they were released.

A coin collector may need to use a coin grading service when buying a coin so that he is able to check the authenticity of the coin and if the coin is priced fairly. Sellers, on the other hand, use the grading service to check if they can generate income based on the price they have set on the specific coin. This practice will also ensure that the prices dealers set are not too high and are close to the actual value of the coin.

Many collectors are victims of fraud - especially when buying rare coins. A grading service will ensure that the coin is not a counterfeit one and this will prevent fraud in every negotiation.

Coins values often change through time. The grading service will ensure that the coin will have the updated price set for it; or determine if a coins value has depreciated, depending on factors like deterioration of the appearance of the coin.

Some of the credible grading services are the PCGS, ICG, Anacs and the NGC. These services have very good records and are known to provide valuable and helpful services to consumers with consistent and accurate results in grading.

They seldom (or never) have been reported to be over grading. They are also known for their expertise in checking the authenticity of a coin with accuracy. Other important factors are also considered by these services such as detecting any marks and problems with the coins and adjustments in the dates and mintmarks. Coin grading services are also able to detect if there was toning, cleaning and repair that were made on the coins that were graded.

Coin grading services can also help if there is fraud and/or illegal activities being practiced by dealers. They have hotline numbers available so that consumers can call and report any illegal act. This helps to ensure that consumers are safe.

Grading services can also guarantee the authenticity of the coin. Services like the ones offered by PCGS, grading is done by at least three experts in accordance with the standards set in their policies. If a consumer thinks that his coin over-graded, he can return the coin and have it re-graded to ensure that all information given was fair and accurate.

Coin grading services provide guarantees of their grades, and unlike dealers, they do not provide this benefit. Dealers are only able to provide opinions on grades, they are unable to guarantee them.

As coin collectors, people need to ensure that they receive a fair for coins whether buying or selling. Grading services are there to help and assist these collectors and the collectors need to be aware of the benefits of grading services so that they do not rely on opinions given by dealers.

When choosing a grading service, you must always check the credibility of that service. This may be done by checking the Internet to verify information regarding a certain coin grading service. Awareness is a very important factor needed to ensure safety among coin collectors.

Rare Coins

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Coin collecting is as old as the coins themselves. Thru out the history of coin collecting only, the wealthy people with time & the resources could own rare coins.
From the depression to the 50's, people had more time and started their collection on pocket change. In the 50's people had more time & money to pursued the king of hobbies. In the 60's was went investors start to become interested in high grade, individual rare coins.
Over the next couple of Blogs we will try and put a finger on what is really a rare coin
Silver Dollar Flowing hair (1794-1795)
1794 Designed by Robert Scot Approx. mintage of 1,758. The obverse a bust of Miss Liberty with flowing hair facing right. The reverse shows a small eagle within a wreath. The 1795 Silver dollar had a mintage of 160,000.
Estimated survival 1975 appox. 100 RARE. The 1795 also very scarce.

1804 Silver Dollar Heraldic Eagle is know as the King of collecting of American Coins.
Mintage report show that 19,500 were minted. The remaining of 15 known to exist,
Researchers have some what proved that they were struck in the later in the 1800's.
This example is rare of the rarest.

1912 s Liberty Head Nickel
Mintage 238,000 not until the last year did the Denver & San Fransico mints produce coins. The Denver minted 8.5 million. The 1912 s was the only coin produced under a million. This is a highly collected series and even the lower grade a high premium is paid.

1913 Liberty Nickel
Mintage 5.This is one of the highest profile & value of any U.S. coin. The last one to be sold was the first coin to be sold for over 1,000,000 dollars in 1996.
The 1913 nickel was not minted legally. It is thought to be struck by an employee of the Philadelphia mint and kept under cover until he could no longer be charge of a crime by the federal Government. This Coin Is The Rare of the Rarest.

Gold Coin Collecting

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Gold Coin Collecting

Coin collecting is something that dates back to the when coins were first issued for trade. It was only in the Middle Ages that people turned this into a hobby because of the art work and the historical value.

Coin collecting today is still a hobby that many people enjoy. One of the most precious and most expensive collections that anyone can ever have are those of gold coins. The most expensive gold coin ever bought was worth around eight million dollars. This was the American 1933 Gold Eagle. This is why the collecting of gold coins deserves to be called the hobby of kings.

Gold coins were one of the oldest forms of money. This was later followed by silver coins. Gold coins were in circulation in the United States from 1838 to 1933. The design was the Liberty Head bust but this was only made until 1907. The design was then changed to the Indian Head and Saint Gaudens motifs and was used until 1933 when the Great Depression began. This prompted the recall of gold coins which makes them very difficult to find today.

Since these are no longer in circulation, the price for one of this rare commodity is quite high. Gold is now used for other things such as jewelry or bars that people retain as an investment.

South Africa minted its first gold coin called the Krugerrand in 1967. This coin has no face value but merely stands as a symbol. It is made of 1 ounce of gold and can be purchased for investment purposes.

Since then other countries also minted bullion coins. Canada made the Gold Maple Leaf in 1979 and Australia made the Nugget in 1981. These two are much more popular than the South African coin because of its 24 carat purity.

A lot of people retain gold today as an investment because they speculate that the demand will cause its market value to increase. Others hold it as a form of insurance should the financial situation become worse. There was a point in time when the more paper money that was made, the higher the price of gold which maintained gold and cash as equal value. After this standard ended in 1971, this enabled government to produce more paper currency without increasing the price of gold.

Since gold coins can longer be used to purchase merchandise most coin collectors just keep them to remember that people once used them.

1922 No D Lincoln Penny Altered

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Talking about another popular coin that is altered and counterfeited because of the high premium it gets
in all grades.
THE MAIN REASON FOR THE 1922 NO D existence was a worn out die.
Only 1922 D Lincoln Head Pennies had been minted for this year. There are some weak "D" used to counterfeit this coin by buffing or tooling out the mint mark. Evidence and main focal point is in this area.

On a Genuine 1922 no "D",
The "R" in liberty is blurred and not sharp
The last "2" is weak and tail is flattened.
"In God We Trust" is blurry and the "T" in Trust is strong clear strike.
The "L" in liberty runs into the rim.

I would highly recommend buying a graded coin from PCGS, NGC, or ANACS.

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Altered 1856 Eagle cent

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The first small cent was the Flying Eagle Cent, which was actually minted in 1856. The 1856 cent is technically described as a pattern coin, since the law establishing the new small cent was enacted in 1857. It is estimated that 1000 of the 1856 Flying Eagle cent pattern coins were minted.

1857, the US Philadelphia Mint began exchanging old large coppers and foreign silver for Flying Eagle cents.This was a big success.

Peter the Eagle was the model for the bird on the coin. Peter was a bald eagle who took up residence inside the original Philadelphia mint building.

The Flying Eagle Cent was minted only through 1858.A problem with metal flowing into a few design element recesses, while striking led Mint officials to stop producing the coin.

The Mintage of this coin was approx. 1000. This makes it a prefect canidate for conterfeiting it for huge profits.

Which Leads us to Altered 1856 Eagle head penny

Genuine 1856 Flying Eagle Pennies

1) Center of the letter O is not rounded
2) The Letter A & M in America are connected by an uneven line
3) Looking down the left side of the number 5, imagine a line that will point to the center of the ball on tail of
of the five.

Altered 1856 Flying Eagle
Most are altered for a 1858 Large letter Flying Eagle.

1) The O in the word "of" is rounded
2) The line connecting the letter A & the Letter M in America is straight level with the bottom of letters
3 Looking down the left side of the number 5, the imaginargy will point to the left og the tail of the 5

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Rare Coin Collector

2011-07-13T23:30:00.003-04:00

Coin collecting is one hobby that is both fun and challenging. To help those who are looking for those rare coins, here is a list of hard to find ones that are worth moving heaven and earth for.

Gold coins are something of a rare commodity. They were circulated only until 1933, which makes them expensive when they are auctioned. The nice thing about gold is that its value probably will never go down - making it a good investment.

Another rare coin sought by collectors is the Liberty Seated Dollar. These were last produced some time in the 19th century and are considered to be a rare find.

From 1875 to 1878, twenty cent coins were minted. This coin looks very much like a quarter and since its value is very low today, it is a coin worth looking for.

The Barber half dollars are rare coins that were minted from 1892 until 1915 and are collected by people depending on date or type. One of the challenges that occurs when searching for this coin is finding one in good condition.

The 1917 type One Standing Liberty Quarter is another coin worth owning. It was only minted for 2 years and shows the exposed breast of Ms. Liberty. This design created such an uproar that it had to be replaced and was only circulated for a year.

Mercury dimes were produced periodically during the 20th century. The market value for some key dates is $50 a piece.

The Walking Liberty Half Dollar is a beautiful coin for collectors. They were only circulated for 34 years and are considered to be one of the all time favorite for collectors.

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coins that are worth more than a coin

2011-07-10T11:32:00.003-04:00

Coin collectors, old and new, have always wondered whether the coin or coins they have in their possession are worth more than the face value today - or in the foreseeable future.

Even though that a coin which has little or no value monetarily is not necessarily one would not keep or make part of ones coin collection.

The following are basic factors which could influence a coins value.

How rare or un-rare is it?

Generally, the concept that everyone knows and follows is this: the rarer a coin the higher the coins worth. This rule is true in some cases and fortunately or unfortunately false on the others.

There was a situation where a Chinese coin, a thousand years old, sold for only a few of dollars because there were many of the thousand-year-old Chinese available. Compare this to a coin made only in 1913, a nickel specifically called a Liberty Head, which could sell for (hold your breath) one million dollars! It is known that only five of these coins exist, consequently the enormous monetary value.

Is the coin in good condition?

The better the condition of the coin, the better the price that it would bring on the market, because the grade of the coin would match its condition. A coin that is in mint condition - add to this that it is basically an uncirculated coin is actually worth one hundred times more than a similar coin that is just in average circulated condition.

Demand and supply

Sometimes, when the demand for a specific coin is high, that coins worth despite the number of them available is just as high.
Take the example of the coin dated 1916-D, and compare it to the value of a coin dated 1798. Many people prefer to collect coins of the 20th century rather than those that are from the 1700s. The 1916-D dimes sell higher than the much older 1798 coins. The fact that there are more 1916-D coins than there are dimes from the year 1798 (only about thirty thousand), does little to affect the price of each.

It is best to have a professional coin dealer grade the coin(s) and determine the value of any coin(s) you may own. Who knows, it could be worth more (or less) than what you think.

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Some Of The Most Rarest Coins

2011-07-08T21:14:00.002-04:00

1889 CC morgan Silver Dollar

2011-07-07T14:42:00.003-04:00

The 1889 CC Morgan Silver dollar is one of the great keys of the Morgan Series. Also the most rarest of the Carson City Morgans. With a Circulation strike mintage of 350,000 and a optimal collectable grade of MS 63,this makes the coin worth around $30,000.00. However Mint State coins are available, far and few between. Most coins are about an average strike and dmpl are hard to find. Coins carry a preium in all grades.

What was happening in American in 1889?
North & South Dakota became states along with Montana & Washington. Oklahoma Teritory once home of "The Native America's" the homesteadsers set on a race across a line to stake out land for free by the goverment. Soon cities poped everu where.Okllahoma city for one. This started a land and develoment boom in the parie states.

Singer Company made it first electrical sewing machine.
Nielie Bly Circled the world in 72 days.
The Wall Street Journal started Publication
Connecticut the first coin operated telephone was installed
Earth Works Dam on the Conemaugh River Johnstown penn. Broke open killing many people.
Otis Company install the first Elevator.
March 4 1889, William Henry Harrison Became President.

This year Nickel 3 cent pieces, Gold Dollars, three Dollar gold pieces were struck for the last time.

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Coin Collecting Book: Handbook

2011-07-01T13:38:00.003-04:00

Coin Collecting Book: Handbook

The handbook from the universe is one that carries all the necessary information that every coin collector needs, literally speaking.

The truth is that coin collecting books are “must-haves” for every coin collector because they provide all of the necessary information in that a collector needs to succeed in this type of leisure activity.

Most of the expert coin collectors advise that every “newbie” in coin collecting should buy a book before he buys a coin. Engaging in this activity is not merely a “finder’s keepers” type of game. The argument of this concept is based on the premise that coin collecting is not an ordinary activity where people can just grab any kind of coin that they see. It is important to know the basics of coin collecting to appropriately categorize the kinds of coins that are fit for compilation.

Not all coins are worth collecting, and there are coins that some people may not consider worthy are actually rare and valuable. None of these things would be disclosed to a coin collector if not for the information gained from coin collecting books.

For those who wish to buy books but do not know what to look for, here is a list of the things that needs to be considered when buying:

1. It must give the historical account of the coins

When buying coin collecting books, look for those that will give you a historical perspective of the kind of coin that you wish to collect. For instance, if you are going to collect U.S. coins, buy a book that will tell the history of the U.S. coins.

2. It must give you practical guidelines in “grading” coins

It is necessary for every coin collector to have a book that provides information about the proper skills needed when “grading” coins. Grading is such an important skill that every coin collector must learn the skill if they wish to continue collecting coins and be successful doing so.

3. It must give you information about coins in a broad perspective

Coin collecting books that talk about the different kinds of coins in the world is a “must-have”. These are especially helpful to those who do not have any specific country in mind.

Books have always been man’s greatest companion as history unfolds. Coin collecting books are worth more than just being the collector’s friend - these books are also considered treasures in their own form.

Coin Collecting Basics: Your Own Coin Collecting Kit

2011-07-01T13:36:00.002-04:00

Coin collecting is not as simple as keeping coins: it may be observed from numismatists or even coin enthusiasts that it is a systematic and somewhat complicated hobby. Certain tools must be employed to ensure both fun, discipline and to some extent, good profit.

Here are some of the essential things that must be included in the coin collecting kit.

1. Coin Guides

Coin guides should be used, not just by beginners, but by professional coin collectors as well.

Coin guides give tips on how to start, as well as special instructions on how to proceed with the hobby of coin collecting.

They also provide information on coins, since different coins have different ways of grading, pricing, etc.

It is recommended you read guides before doing starting the hobby to avoid making wrong decisions caused by lack of information.

2. Coin Inventory Record

All items in your collection must be accounted for properly. Information like year, face value, grade, cost, trend, and remarks must always be available for reference.

Inventory Records also help in organizing coin collections. It eliminates the redundancy of coins in the collection by showing the collectors at a glance the items in his collection.

Coin collectors do have options in the method to be used in recording coin information. They may choose the traditional paper-and-pen method, or may use coin collecting software.

3. Coin Containers

To avoid damaging the coins, it is recommended to invest in holders and containers that will give adequate protection.

Just remember that coins react to certain chemicals such as sulfur present in paper and PVC from plastic it is not advisable to use such materials for long-term storage.

4. Silica Gel

The use of silica gel packets is important to maintain the moderate temperature, low humidity atmosphere conducive to coin preservation.

5. Magnifying Glass

Magnifying glasses are a great help when it comes to coin grading. Most numismatists recommend using a 7x magnification, but generally, magnification between 4x to10x will do the job.

The magnifying glass is a great aid in examining the quality and authenticity of the coins. Details like hairlines or scratches, which are not visible to the naked eye, are “big deals” when it comes to coin collecting as they affect the value of coins.

6. Lamp

A light source must be placed half a meter away from the workspace. Recommended light for this purpose may be a halogen lamp, or simply a 75-watt incandescent lamp.

7. Handling equipment

Finger marks reduce the grade of the coins. That is why serious collectors invest in surgical gloves and velvet pads to use when handling coins.

Now our basic coin collecting kit is complete. Enjoy!

1889 cc Morgan Silver Dollar VF

2011-07-01T00:16:00.002-04:00

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The 1889 cc Morgan Dollar is by far the rarest of all the Carson City Silver Dollars. It also a KEY DATE of the series and most elusive. With a mintage of about 350,000 it is not the lowest. The 1889 cc is among impossible to find in MS & MS+++ grades. These coins are rare and have a high premium in all grades. Most coins at best have a below average strike.

Some collectors have said that the coin is harder and more rarer then the # 1 Key Date coin of the series, the 1893 s, to achieve in Mint State Condition.

In 1889 William Henry Harrison was the President of the United States, & the world Street Journal started publication. The first coin operated phones being installed at Railroad Stations. The Singer Corporation made the first electric sewing machine. Things were moving good and improvement and new design on the move.

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Sell Coins to a Dealer

2011-06-29T11:31:00.003-04:00

Sell Coins to a Dealer

Coin collecting can be a lot of fun. This hobby which dates back to 2500 BC is much larger now since people are now able to collect currencies from other countries.

If a person decides to dispose of some of the coins in the collection, it is necessary to know its value by looking at a coin catalog or price guide. There are many ways to do this and one is looking for a coin dealer to do business with.

There are a lot of coin dealers around. Some can be found by asking the local coin club or a numismatist who can give a good referral while others can be found at an auction or in a coin exhibit. These people frequent such events looking for a good buy to add to an existing collection. A lot of these individuals can also be found on the web.

To be sure that the person is getting a good price from a coin dealer, it is an excellent idea to visit more than one place to find out who is willing to buy it at the highest price. If the person feels that the price is too low, then perhaps it is better to wait until another time since the value of coins depends on scarcity, condition and demand.

Some people think that doing business with a coin dealer isnt a good idea since this person will offer to buy the coins at a lower price. This notion however is wrong since there are ways to ensure that this person will be honest.

To avoid by being conned by someone who claims to be a dealer, it is necessary to determine that this person is a member of the Professional Numismatists Guild. This organization is composed of the worlds renowned collectors of antique coins and paper money. Since there are strict rules that members abide by, one can be sure that the transaction is safe.

Coin dealers are not just there to buy something, these people may also offer for sale a coin that is valuable to the other person. By getting to know the dealer, an agreement can be reached that will benefit both parties, which does not always end mean buying, but also trading or bartering.

Everyone has the potential of making money even if this starts out with only a few coins. By knowing where to find these rare collectibles and doing business with a reputable dealer, one can be sure of making a profit if not a small fortune.

Accessories for Coin Collection

2011-06-29T11:28:00.002-04:00

Accessories for Coin Collection

When collecting coins, one thing to consider is how to arrange and take care of the coins. Coins that are collected may be antique, ancient, or limited editions coins. These coins come from many countries and are usually high in value. A collector must know how to keep and take care of them so that they will retain the same appearance and value.

One way to take care of coins is to purchase s selection of coin accessories. Not only are coin accessories used to make a coin collection presentable and organized; but the primary purpose of coin accessories is to take care and preserve the coins.

When buying coin accessories it is important to choose those accessories that will best satisfy the needs of the collector. Some factors that may be considered are durability, price and usefulness.

Many coin accessories can be found in collectible stores and even online. Here are some coin accessories that may be considered:

Coin Boxes

Coin boxes are the most common sought for coin accessories as they are very convenient to coin collectors and specialists. The compartments of the box provide for easy location of the coins. The compartments are also wide, which provides flexibility in placing the coins. The wide compartments also allow the collector to handle the coins the proper way.

Coin Albums

Coin albums are similar to any typical album with the difference being that the coin album is especially designed to hold coins. A coin album has a transparent layer that aids in the protection of the coins. The collector does not need to handle the coins one by one. All he has to do is turn the pages and the coins are all there protected from improper handling.

Coin Holders

Coin holders are best for those collectors who collect coins during their travels. They allow portability of the coin collection. In addition, the collector does not need to carry his entire collection. He can simply place a single coin in the coin holder. Coin holders provide safety for the coins and prevent a coin from the many elements that may depreciate its value.

Other coin accessories can be found in the market. Determine the primary purpose of the accessory and if it can satisfy your needs. Prices will differ depending on the durability of the accessory. Research the many coin accessories that are sold and compare prices before choosing one.