Coin collecting ranks as one of the world’s most popular hobbies, and each coin minted in the United States gives collectors the opportunity to hold a piece of history in their hands. Whether collectors want a...
U.S. gold coins are a worthwhile investment for collectors and traders alike. A long-term investment for many, gold coins hold their value well. But before investing in these types of coins, make sure to learn...
I am a collector who has been buying and selling raw coins on eBay in his spare time for the last 7 years. Many collectors and dealers tell me that buying raw coins on eBay is a waste of time and money....
United States Two Cents (1864 - 1873) Two-Cent Pieces (1864 - 1873) The Act of April 22, 1864, which changed the weight and composition of the cent, included a provision for a bronze two-cent piece. The weight...
Have you noticed that a coin graded by one grading service as MS65 will sell for a dramatically different price than the same coin graded by another service as MS65. A great deal of the difference is the...
Many of the ungraded coins on e-bay have been CLEANED. Based on my experience purchasing ungraded Peace and Morgan dollars, I would estimate that a least 25 to 30% of the ungraded coins on e-bay have been...
I'm going to start this guide the same way I will end it by asking you to vote for it when you are finished studying it. Thanks. There are now reports circulating that the counterfeiters, especially in Asia,...
Prior to e-bay, coin buyers and sellers had to deal with local coin dealers, mail order dealers, coin auctions, and shows. I live in a small town so attending auctions usually requires significant travel and...
Those ugly old green and grey and black war nickels! Most people went out of their way to not even touch them for fear of getting their hands dirty, and surely wouldn't let their children play with them. This...
It is obvious to any coin buyer on e-bay that graded coins achieve far better auction prices than ungraded coins. Even an exceptional coin that is ungraded will freguently sell for far less than their true...
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