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How to Start Collecting Coins – A Practical Guide for Beginners
Embark on the rewarding hobby of coin collecting, or numismatics, with this practical, step-by-step guide for beginners. Learn how to choose a focus, properly store your collection, and avoid costly mistakes from the start.
How a Coin Is Made: From Design to Strike
Learn how a coin is made from design to strike, step by step, and why the minting process matters for coin collecting and numismatic value.
How to Pre-Grade a Coin Yourself: First Assessment of Condition
Learn how to pre-grade a coin yourself with a structured first assessment of condition before sending it to a professional coin grading service.
Should You Clean Coins? Facts, Myths and Risks
Should you clean coins or leave them untouched? Learn key facts, myths and risks of coin cleaning and how to protect the value of your numismatic collection.
The Most Common Types of Coin Forgeries and How to Spot Them
Protect your numismatic collection and investments by learning to identify the most common coin forgeries, including cast, struck, and altered pieces. This essential guide details the visual and scientific methods professional numismatists use to verify authenticity.
Capsules, Holders or Albums – Which Storage Option to Choose?
Discover the pros and cons of coin capsules, holders, and albums for storing your collection. Learn which storage option best preserves your coins’ value and condition.
Simple Coin Photo Studio – How to Build It Cheaply and Effectively
Learn how to build a simple coin photo studio cheaply and effectively for sharp, accurate numismatic images using basic gear and smart lighting.
Coin Grading Scales Explained: What VF, XF and MS Really Mean
Coin grading scales explained: learn what VF, XF and MS really mean, how they fit into the Sheldon 1–70 system and how they impact your coin collection.
Ideal Conditions for Coin Storage: Humidity, Temperature and Light
Learn the ideal humidity, temperature and light conditions for coin storage to protect your numismatic collection from corrosion, toning and environmental damage.