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What Kind of Coin Must You Collect?

Coin collecting is a fun hobby to start and the thrill of hunting for old coins is enough for many people to continue doing it. Other people consider coin collecting an investment, something they can receive a profit from. If you are one of those people, then you can find several types of coins in this article that will help you determine what others are looking for.

Most coin collectors will look for only a specific kind of coin that will make their collection more valuable and interesting to buyers. Others are collecting for sentimentality and are looking more at the coin’s uniqueness.

Series collectors are those looking for a series of coins that mark every year and every design change made in that coin.

Type collectors are those people who are looking to get one of each coin where there were/are changes made.

Ancient coin collectors are those people looking for coins spanning the years 650 BC – 450 AD. This is the time when coins were invented and there were silver, gold and bronze versions made. It also marks the time when Roman emperors were the rulers and most of them feature famous Roman emperors, Roman towns, or gods.

Token collectors are those who are looking for different kinds of tokens that were used in exchange for real money when there was a lack of coins. These tokens were used as local currency even if the government had not given permission for them to be used.

Coins are also graded. A coin’s grading depends on its condition and the price of the coin will rely heavily on that grade. It is important for a coin collector to know how to grade a coin to make sure that he is not swindled by individuals looking for a quick profit.

“Uncirculated” coins are those coins that are not showing any wear and tear or to referred to as “in mint condition”. A mint state (MS) grading depends on a coin’s luster, contact marks, hair lines and overall appeal. A coin can have a grade ranging from MS-60 (dull luster) to a flawless MS-70. Although MS-70 is considered unobtainable, a grade of MS-65 and higher will make a coin’s price shoot up.

Circulated coins are more forgiving, they do not take into consideration the amount of scratches and dirt a coin has gathered along the years. Grades for circulated coins will vary. AU (about “uncirculated”), EF (extremely fine), VF (very fine), F (fine), VG (very good), G (good), AG (about good), F-2 (fair) and P (poor) are used as indication of how much a coin is worth.

These grades are dependent on a circulated coin’s luster, visible wear, design elements and visibility of letters and numerals. Unlike “uncirculated” coin’s grades, these grades do not dramatically lower a coin’s value. This is wonderful for people who are looking just to complete a collection and do not care about a coin’s mint condition.

Pricing of a coin will usually be determined by a coin’s supply and demand. Very low supply and very high demand will make a coin’s price higher; however, high supplies of the coins will depreciate a coin’s value.

Demand is usually established by coin dealers where they take into consideration the number of people wanting to buy or sell the coins. Once a coin becomes difficult to find, coin dealers will usually make its price higher so that people are inclined to sell extra copies of their coins.

Grading and pricing a coin usually takes a lot of experience to master. Although there are several tips and guidelines to look for in grading a coin, only professional dealers have the final say on how much a coin is worth. It does not hurt to know this grading is done and why your coin was graded differently from what you thought.

Coin collecting is not really about investment, it should be a fun and thrilling hobby. While the overall goal of a coin collector is to complete a set of coins, learning what to look for in a coin is important to make sure that no one can take advantage of your need to complete a particular set.

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Detail of Portrait of a Man with a Coin, c.1473-74 $49.99 Hans Memling Detail of Portrait of a Man with a Coin, c.1473-74 - Giclee Print

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Busch Stadium Gold Coin $34.95 Busch Stadium Gold Coin Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever and as this is the Stadiums final season it's only fitting that we commemorate this Stadium! The Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT Gold plate Busch Stadium Coin! The 24KT Gold plated Commemorative Coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it's 1st ever game played. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a Limited Mintage of only 5000 and Officially Licensed by Major League Baseball.

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Shea Stadium Gold Coin $34.95 Shea Stadium Gold Coin Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever! That being said the Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT Gold plate SHEA STADIUM GOLD Coin! The 24KT Gold plated Commemorative Coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it's 1st ever game played. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a Limited Mintage of only 5000 and Officially Licensed by Major League Baseball.

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Minute Maid Park Gold Coin $34.95 Minute Maid Park Gold Coin Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever! The Highland Mint presents the Minute Maid Park Gold Coin. The 24KT Gold plated commemorative coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a limited edition of only 5000 and is officially licensed by Major League Baseball.

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New York Yankees Yankee Stadium Gold Coin $39.99 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever! The Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT Gold plate YANKEE STADIUM GOLD COIN! The 24KT Gold plated Commemorative Coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it's 1st ever game played. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a Limited Mintage of only 5000 and Officially Licensed by Major League Baseball.

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Black Round Leather Zip Around Coin Holder $109 Make a bold statement with understated elegance with this striking zipped coin holder featuring a signature corset design detail that is seductively refined. Made in Italy.

Houston Astros Minute Maid Park Gold Coin $39.99 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever! The Highland Mint presents the Minute Maid Park Gold Coin. The 24KT Gold plated commemorative coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a limited edition of only 5000 and is officially licensed by Major League Baseball.

Busch Stadium Gold Coin from The Highland Mint $34.95 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever and as this is the Stadiums final season it's only fitting that we commemorate this Stadium! The Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT gold plate Busch Stadium coin! The 24KT gold plated commemorative coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it's 1st ever game played. The back of the coin is struck with the St. Louis Cardinals logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a limited mintage of only 5000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball.

Shea Stadium Gold Coin from The Highland Mint $34.95 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever! That being said the Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT gold plate SHEA STADIUM GOLD Coin! The 24KT gold plated commemorative coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadium's slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it's 1st ever game played. The back of the coin is struck with the New York Mets logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a limited mintage of only 5000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball.

Yankee Stadium Gold Coin from The Highland Mint $29.95 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever! The Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT gold plate YANKEE STADIUM GOLD COIN! The 24KT gold plated commemorative coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it's 1st ever game played. The back of the coin is struck with the New York Yankees logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a limited mintage of only 5000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball.

New York Mets Shea Stadium Gold Coin $39.99 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever! That being said the Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT Gold plate SHEA STADIUM GOLD Coin! The 24KT Gold plated Commemorative Coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it's 1st ever game played. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a Limited Mintage of only 5000 and Officially Licensed by Major League Baseball.

St Louis Cardinals Busch Stadium Gold Coin $39.99 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever and as this is the Stadiums final season it's only fitting that we commemorate this Stadium! The Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT Gold plate Busch Stadium Coin! The 24KT Gold plated Commemorative Coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it's 1st ever game played. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a Limited Mintage of only 5000 and Officially Licensed by Major League Baseball.

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Highland Mint SSTGPMK SHEA STADIUM GOLD COIN $45.44 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it s legacy forever That being said the Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT Gold plate SHEA STADIUM GOLD Coin The 24KT Gold plated Commemorative Coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it s 1st ever game played. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it s mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a Limited Mintage of only 5000 and Officially Licensed by Major League Baseball. Team: New York Mets. Mintage 5000. Sport: Baseball

Highland Mint YSGPMK YANKEE STADIUM GOLD COIN $45.44 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it s legacy forever The Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT Gold plate YANKEE STADIUM GOLD COIN The 24KT Gold plated Commemorative Coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it s 1st ever game played. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it s mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a Limited Mintage of only 5000 and Officially Licensed by Major League Baseball. Team: New York Yankees. Mintage 5000. Sport: Baseball

Betsey Johnson Glitzy Heart Coin Purse - Pink $29 Betsey Johnson Heart Shaped Sequined Coin Purse ; faux patent detail; gold zipper closure; logo plaque on front; animal print lining; 100% cotton lining

Betsey Johnson Glitzy Heart Coin Purse -Bronze $29 Betsey Johnson Heart Shaped Sequined Coin Purse ; faux patent detail; gold zipper closure; logo plaque on front; animal print lining; 100% cotton lining

Betsey Johnson Glitzy Heart Coin Purse -Black $29 Betsey Johnson Heart Shaped Sequined Coin Purse ; faux patent detail; gold zipper closure; logo plaque on front; animal print lining; 100% cotton lining

Betsey Johnson Mixed Floral Coin Purse - Black $29 The Betsey Johnson Mixed Floral Coin Purse - Black features faux patent detail; gold zipper closure; logo plaque on front; animal print lining; 100% cotton lining Gift Box makes it the perfect Gift.

24kt Gold Super Bowl VIII flip coin $34.95 24kt Gold Super Bowl VIII flip coin The Highland Mint presents the 24kt Gold Super Bowl VIII flip coin. THESE UNIQUE GAME COINS COMMEMORATE EACH INDIVIDUAL SUPER BOWL PLAYED! THE COIN IS INDIVIDUALLY NUMBERED AND FEATURES THE SUPER BOWL LOGO FOR THAT YEAR AS WELL AS THE LOCATION AND DATE OF THE GAME. Each Minted coin is triple struck to feature the finest detail. Made of 24kt Gold overlay, the coin combines a beautiful mirrored and frosted finish. Each coin measures 1.5â€�in diameter, presented in a capsule to preserve it’s Mint condition. It is then displayed in a black velour jewelry box, includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Is limited to 5000 for each year and is officially licensed by the NFL.

24kt Gold Super Bowl IX flip coin $34.95 24kt Gold Super Bowl IX flip coin The Highland Mint presents the 24kt Gold Super Bowl IX flip coin. THESE UNIQUE GAME COINS COMMEMORATE EACH INDIVIDUAL SUPER BOWL PLAYED! THE COIN IS INDIVIDUALLY NUMBERED AND FEATURES THE SUPER BOWL LOGO FOR THAT YEAR AS WELL AS THE LOCATION AND DATE OF THE GAME. Each Minted coin is triple struck to feature the finest detail. Made of 24kt Gold overlay, the coin combines a beautiful mirrored and frosted finish. Each coin measures 1.5â€�in diameter, presented in a capsule to preserve it’s Mint condition. It is then displayed in a black velour jewelry box, includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Is limited to 5000 for each year and is officially licensed by the NFL.

24kt Gold Super Bowl V flip coin $34.95 24kt Gold Super Bowl V flip coin The Highland Mint presents the 24kt Gold Super Bowl V flip coin. THESE UNIQUE GAME COINS COMMEMORATE EACH INDIVIDUAL SUPER BOWL PLAYED! THE COIN IS INDIVIDUALLY NUMBERED AND FEATURES THE SUPER BOWL LOGO FOR THAT YEAR AS WELL AS THE LOCATION AND DATE OF THE GAME. Each Minted coin is triple struck to feature the finest detail. Made of 24kt Gold overlay, the coin combines a beautiful mirrored and frosted finish. Each coin measures 1.5â€�in diameter, presented in a capsule to preserve it’s Mint condition. It is then displayed in a black velour jewelry box, includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Is limited to 5000 for each year and is officially licensed by the NFL.