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Commemorative Coin

The Value of US Medallions and Commemorative Coins

Each country has a rich history to share. That’s why the government invests on the preservation of various monuments or places that remind of a past which has contributed in the turnout of a country. Museums and galleries serve a legacy to be passed on to the next generation. In America, a US medallion matters to its citizens for it depicts the military’s valor and love for country. These medallions in the USA speak of the battles fought to protect the nation. Aside from each commemorative medallion, which symbolizes a change in the lives of Americans, the country also preserves military collectible coins any coin collector would love to keep in his coin display cases.

Collecting historic pieces brings back memories of the past and other things that have shaped the nation into what it is now. Aside from the pleasure it brings, the value of these collector’s items gets higher and higher as time goes by thus its importance to each and every collector.

Vintage stuff can make one reminisce a victory that changed his outlook in life, happy or sad events, or a fragment of his past that has yet to be found on order to be complete. These items can be valuable stones, medallions, bills and coins, or anything of importance.

I remember a friend who’s fond of collecting such items. She even spends a chunk of money to fulfill this caprice. She even traveled the world over to collect these items.

Once I asked her why she continues to collect these things in spite of their cost and I was flabbergasted by her humble answer.

“These items may not be so valuable at the moment but I still buy them and seize the opportunity whilst they are cheap. Someday, I will be rich because by then, these items should cost much more and I can resell them.”

That statement made a lot of sense and convinced me of the importance of collecting old coins. It’s true these items can be resold at a higher price in the future because its value only gets higher and higher as time goes by. Must be a great source of investment? I guess.

However, one can’t simply start collecting coins or medals the moment he decides to. There are factors to consider. First, you must have knowledge about the thing you intend to collect and its role in the past. Secondly, you must have the ability to trace the whereabouts of historic pieces. Don’t discount the fact that you should be financially equipped to be able to gather these things.

I am also a collector myself but not of historic pieces or symbolic figures. I am fond of collecting novelty items I see in gift shops or along the street. I would buy whatever pleases my eyes – bags, key chains, button pins, handkerchiefs, socks, bracelets, anklets, earrings, rings, etc.!

We are all collectors by nature. Perhaps, our only difference with a genuine collector is that the latter has a heart dedicated solely to the object of his interest so he manages to gather the finest of pieces.

About the Author

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Super Bowl XLV Commemorative Silver Coin Card $19.95 Super Bowl XLV Commemorative Silver Coin Card A 4â€� x 6â€� acrylic coin holder features a color image of the Super Bowl XLV Commemoration logo on the front and all the previous Super Bowl host locations listed on the back along with a 39mm minted Silver Plated Super Bowl XLV Commemorative Coin. Each coin is individually numbered on the edge.  The Coin Card is a Limited Edition of 5000 as well as officially licensed by the NFL.

24KT Gold BCS Championship Commemorative Game Coin $34.95 24KT Gold BCS Championship Commemorative Game Coin The 24KT Gold plated BCS Championship Commemorative Game Coin measures 39mm in diameter featuring the dueling Longhorns and Crimson Tide logos on the front. The reverse is minted with the Official BCS Championship Logo as well as the date and location of the game and each coin is individually numbered on the back making this a true collectible that will last forever. A Limited Mintage of only 5000 each coin is protected in a hard acrylic capsule, delivered in a black suede jewelry box and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.

Oakland A's 24kt Gold And Color Team Commemorative Coin $34.95 Oakland A's 24kt Gold And Color Team Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint has struck a 24KT Gold plated coin with the center embedded with the Athletics team logo in color! This unique coin combining Color and the beauty of 24KT Gold is individually numbered on the reverse and protected in an acrylic capsule to preserve its condition. The commemorative coin is delivered in a black velour hinged jewelry box and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited Edition of 5000 and officially licensed by MLB.

BCS Championship Game Commemorative 24KT Gold Coin $34.95 BCS Championship Game Commemorative 24KT Gold Coin The 24KT Gold plated BCS Championship Commemorative Game Coin measures 39mm in diameter featuring the dueling Ducks and Tigers logos on the front. The reverse is minted with the Official BCS Championship Logo as well as the date and location of the game. Each coin is individually numbered on the back making this a true collectible that will last forever. A Limited Mintage of only 10000, each coin is protected in a hard acrylic capsule, delivered in a black suede jewelry box and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.

Angel Stadium 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $29.95 Angel Stadium 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Angel Stadium 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

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Chase Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Chase Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Chase Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

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Coors Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Coors Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Coors Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

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Great American Ballpark 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Great American Ballpark 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Great American Ballpark 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

Kauffman Stadium 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Kauffman Stadium 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Kaufmann Stadium 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

McAfee Coliseum 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 McAfee Coliseum 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The McAfee Coliseum 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

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Petco Park 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Petco Park 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Petco Park 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

Progressive Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Progressive Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Progressive Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

PNC Park 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 PNC Park 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The PNC Park 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

Rogers Centre 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Rogers Centre 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Rogers Centre 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

Safeco Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Safeco Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Safeco Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

Turner Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Turner Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Turner Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

Tropicana Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Tropicana Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Tropicana Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

U.S. Cellular Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 U.S. Cellular Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The U.S. Cellular Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

Wrigley Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Wrigley Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint is licensed by Major League Baseball to mint The Wrigley Field 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin struck to the highest standards in minting tradition by The Highland Mint. Each Stadium coin measures 1.5� in diameter and plated with 24KT Gold. Each coin is placed in a protective acrylic capsule, delivered in a black velour jewelry box and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Mintage of only 5000.

1912 Commemorative Coin Collection $99 "This beautiful collection commemorates 1912, the year the R.M.S. Titanic sank on its maiden voyage after striking an iceberg in the North Atlantic. This coin set features five genuine U.S. coins from 1912: a Lincoln Penny, a Liberty Nickel, a silver Barber Dime, a silver Barber Quarter, and a silver Barber Half Dollar. It comes in a deluxe display case displaying the April 16, 1912, front page of The New York Times, the day after the Titanic sank. The front page is one of the most famous in newspaper history. Box dimensions: 6.25� x 4.25� x 1.5�. Coins are in collectible condition, with all dates and mint marks clearly visible. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. "

Adrian Peterson 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Adrian Peterson 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint minted a 24KT Gold overlay Commemorative Coin featuring Minnesota Vikings Running back Adrian Peterson and his color image embedded in the center of the coin on one side and struck with the team logo on the other side.. Each coin measures 1.5" in diameter and each is individually numbered on its edge. This 24KT Gold overlay and color coin is placed in a protective capsule to preserve its condition and delivered in a black velour jewelry box with a Certificate of Authenticity. This is a Limited Edition of 5000, and Officially Licensed by the NFL and NFLPA.

Brett Favre 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin $34.95 Brett Favre 24KT Gold Commemorative Coin The Highland Mint minted a 24KT Gold overlay Commemorative Coin featuring legendary QB Brett Favre and his color image embedded in the center of the coin. The otherside of the 39mm coin is minted with the Vikings Helmet and the franchise established date. Each 24KT Gold overlay and color coin is individually numbered on its edge and placed in a protective capsule to preserve its condition as well as delivered in a black velour jewelry box with a Certificate of Authenticity. This is a Limited Edition of 5000, and Officially Licensed by the NFL and NFLPA.