http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-collecting-blog.html The Coin Collecting Blog keeps you up-to-date with all additions and changes to the coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com Web site. Subscribe here. en-us coin collecting guide Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:22:26 GMT Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:22:26 GMT coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/flying-eagle-penny.html The flying eagle penny was produced from 1857-1858. It was the first small sized penny or one cent United States coin. It gets its name from the eagle on the obverse (front) of the coin. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:22:26 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/buffalo-nickels.html Buffalo Nickels have won a permanent place in the hearts of many Americans, including mine. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:03:04 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/half-cents.html Half Cents, also known as the half penny, were one of the earliest United States coins (1793-1857). They were first minted in 1793, just as George Washington was getting started on his second term as President of the United States. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:13:50 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/us-coins.html US Coins (United States Coins) were first produced in 1792 when the US government established the first mint at Philadelphia. Since that time many different US coins have been produced. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 22:03:33 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/proof-sets.html Coin proof sets are sold by the United States Mint in annual sets usually containing one proof coin from each denomination struck that year. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 01:27:24 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/proof-coins.html Proof coins (proofs) are coins that are specially struck for collectors using polished dies and planchets. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:59:42 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/mint-sets.html United States Mint Sets are complete sets of uncirculated coins produced by each mint that particular year. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:08:36 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/use-of-mint-marks.html The use of mint marks on coins dates all the way back to the ancient Greeks. They called them Wed, 12 Nov 2008 23:10:39 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/mint-marks.html Knowing what mint marks are and where to locate them is very important to coin collectors. Sometimes this small mark on a coin can mean the difference in value of thousands of dollars. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 18:04:23 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/how-to-grade-coins.html Learning how to grade coins with the coin grading scale is probably the most difficult aspect of coin collecting for the beginner. However, it is very important to at least have a basic understanding Sun, 09 Nov 2008 23:49:38 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/how-coins-are-made.html Understanding how coins are made can help a new coin collector better understand the different types of coins. Sun, 09 Nov 2008 20:58:00 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-grading-services.html Coin Grading Services are objective third party companies that grade coins according to recognized industry standards. Sun, 09 Nov 2008 17:54:06 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-grading-scale.html The coin grading scale created by Dr. William Sheldon in 1949 was merged with the descriptive terms used earlier and was adopted by the American Numismatic Association (ANA) Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:12:06 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-collection-storage.html Your choice of coin collection storage is important to safeguard the value of your collection. You should store your coins at a relatively constant, moderate temperature with low humidity. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 20:01:58 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/cleaning-coins.html Cleaning coins is best left to professionals who are trained in this matter. Therefore, the following statement is probably the most important information on this page: DO NOT CLEAN YOUR COINS without the advice and guidance of someone familiar with the process. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 19:41:02 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coins-worth.html A coin's worth is determined by whatever someone is willing to pay for it. I know that is not what you wanted to hear, but coins are just like anything else that you purchase. The price is set by supply and demand. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 18:55:48 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/collectable-coins.html Today's coin collectors can find Collectable Coins in a variety of places. There is not one place that is best for finding collectible coins for your collection. It is just a matter of personal preference. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 18:41:35 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-care.html Proper coin care is important if you want to be a successful coin collector. While a lot of what goes into caring for coins comes from common sense, there are several things that most people might never think about that is important to know. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:45:15 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-values.html There are many factors to consider when determining coin values - age, condition, demand, rarity, and supply. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:38:51 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/getting-started-in-coin-collecting.html If you are just getting started in coin collecting, the first thing you need to do is learn all you can about the hobby. Buy a good reference book, search the internet or subscribe to some weekly and monthly publications Wed, 05 Nov 2008 15:45:18 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/history-of-coin-collecting.html Learning about the history of coin collecting is fun and informative. Mon, 27 Oct 2008 22:02:07 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-holders.html There is a large variety of coin holders available to the coin collector offering varying degrees of protection for your coins. Mon, 27 Oct 2008 19:17:14 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-collecting-terms.html Coin collecting terminology seems to be a language of it's own. This glossary of coin collecting terms and their definitions will speed you on your way to becoming a professional numismatist. Sun, 26 Oct 2008 22:21:05 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-slabs.html Coin slabs are hard plastic, tamper-proof cases, that are sonically sealed and hold a coin which has been graded and certified by a third-party grading service. Sun, 26 Oct 2008 20:21:30 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-tubes.html Coin tubes are an economical and convenient way to store and protect large quantities of coins. Sat, 25 Oct 2008 22:19:51 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-grading.html Coin grading is the process of determining the condition of a coin by coin collectors and dealers. The grade of a coin plays a huge factor in determining the value of a coin. Fri, 24 Oct 2008 17:59:00 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-collection-albums.html Coin Collection Albums and folders are a good way for the beginner to organize and display a collection of circulated coins. They are available in a variety of materials, prices and levels of protection. Fri, 24 Oct 2008 16:42:03 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-collecting-software.html Coin Collecting Software is available for your computer that will help you inventory and track your coin collection. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 17:37:53 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-collecting-magazines.html Coin Collecting Magazines are available that cover a wide variety of information for coin collectors. In-depth articles, price guides and general coin information are all included in Coin Collecting Magazines. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 16:01:26 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/coin-collecting-for-kids.html Coin collecting for kids and adults alike, can be both fun and educational. A child can learn about history, geography, math and maybe even politics for an older child. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 15:33:11 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/indian-head-penny.html The Indian Head Penny is a one cent coin that was produced by the United States Mint from 1859 through 1909. On the front of the coin is the head of a Native American wearing a feather head dress Sun, 03 Aug 2008 19:38:54 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/two-cent-coin.html The United States two cent coin was produced from 1864 to 1873. I was made of 95 copper and 5 tin and zinc and is a little bit smaller than the quarter we know today. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:06:45 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/three-cent-coin.html The three cent coin was produced from 1851 to 1889. It was first introduced to try to put some coins back into circulation as silver coins were being hoarded Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:06:13 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/shield-nickels.html Shield Nickels were made of 75 copper and 25 nickel, and were produced from 1866 to 1883. A shield is featured on the front (obverse) and the numeral 5 surrounded by stars on the reverse. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:05:39 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/lincoln-cents.html If you choose to collect Lincoln cents you will find lots to work with and study as it is the country's longest-running coin series. The Lincoln cent replaced the Indian Head Penny in 1909 Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:02:57 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/liberty-nickels.html Liberty Nickels were officially minted between 1883 and 1912. They were made of 75 copper and 25 nickel. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:02:27 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/jefferson-nickels.html Jefferson Nickels are United States Five Cent coins. They were first produced in 1938. They are still produced today. This coin was the third coin made by the U. S. that featured a US President. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:01:22 GMT http://www.coin-collecting-guide-for-beginners.com/half-dimes.html Early Half Dimes are silver five cent US coins also referred to as a half disme. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 21:59:01 GMT