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"A Beginner's Guide to
Coin Collecting" can give
you the information you need to
find that rare coin and
determine if this is a hobby you
would like to pursue.
Discover this:
- Becoming
a Numismatic - the fancy
word for a coin collector
- Where
to find coins - some places
are better than others
- What you
should look for in a coin -
shiny isn't always better
- What
are mints and mint marks -
master this before you get
started
- What
affects the value of a coin
- is it all about age?
-
Getting started - learn how
to begin without a lot of
hassles
- Grading
your coins - learn how or ·
Should you use a grading
service - what is your
preference?
- When
should you sell - timing is
everything
- Pros and
cons of buying at auction -
best know who is bidding
- About
commemorative and other
special coins - these are
specialty coins
- How and
where you can buy bullion
coins - limited availability
but worth it
-
Detecting counterfeit coins
- don't get taken in
- How to
avoid shysters and frauds -
yes, they are out there and
you need to learn the ropes
- How to
care for your coins - a
glass jar just doesn't get
it