In 2005, President George W. Bush signed the Presidential $1 Coin Act. By 2007, the first dollar coins rolled out of the U.S. Mint, ushering in a new era of circulated and collectible $1 coins. But like any series of coins, some are rarer and more coveted than others. To ring in President’s Day and […]
Coin collectors are an interesting bunch. They’re meticulous, thorough, and have a keen eye for detail. But if you’re not a coin collector, trying to find a suitable gift can prove difficult. The good news is that you’ve already honed in on the coin-collecting realm. All you need to do is find something that complements […]
Unlike some hobbies that require athleticism, hundreds of hours of practice, or a massive budget, coin collecting provides a simple entry point for aspiring hobbyists. While the barriers to entry are low, becoming an expert numismatist doesn’t happen overnight. But if you’re willing to learn, improving your knowledge of coins and currencies is achievable. If […]
The societal view toward coin collecting isn’t one of glamour or prestige. In most cases, it has a general sense of nerdiness to it. But just like stamp collecting or action figure collecting, it’s a profitable enterprise that can help you shed the stigma of loving everything about currency. If you’ve thought about entering the […]