Making “Heads” and “Tails” of Numismatic Terms
Aug 5th 2024
During my first week of work at International Coins & Currency (over 35 years ago!), I repeatedly heard the terms “obvers
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An Informal Coin Collecting Guide
Jun 26th 2024
Are you the numismatic new kid on the block or an experienced connoisseur? While the rules are not set in stone when it
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What’s the Difference Between Proof and Mint Sets?
Jun 3rd 2024
Today’s collectors love U.S. proof and mint sets as they combine all the year’s circulation coins, specially minted and house
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Coin Collecting: Investment or Hobby?
May 8th 2024
Do you remember the first coin in your collection? Most of us recall the thrill of that first acquisition, holding it in our
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Are They “Liberty Head” or are They “Barber” Coins?
Apr 22nd 2024
Liberty Head vs. Barber:Did you know that Liberty Head and Barber coins are actually the very same thing? Coin collectors, wh
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Nine Good Reasons to Collect Coins
Feb 21st 2024
1. Coins are small, easy to store, carry and hide! You could collect classic cars or luxury yachts, but coins won’t require b
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