There is much debate over the decision of investing in silver coins. Fact of the matter is that investing in silver coins as a hobby is a fun and engaging activity for people of any age. Children especially are attracted to the shiny, gleaming coins and tend to hold on to them as long as [...]

Being prepared for the hobby Like with any hobby,it pays to be prepared. Coin collecting is no different. Most of these supplies,can either be purchased online or from a coin dealer. Coin Books Coin Albums and Folders Coin Holders and Capsules Coin Storage Coin Boxes Coin Cases Coin Chemicals Coin Tools. These are a necessity [...]

Three Rare American Silver Coins In 1964 dimes were produced using copper and nickel, not pure silver. Pure silver dimes minted in 1965 were an accident. The value of these dimes can be up to $9,000 for collectors today. They are rare, but it is believed there are a few still in circulation. The silver [...]

Since Ancient time the silver coin has played a major role in trade business. Silver was actually the biggest part of trade in early civilizations such as Sumer and Egypt. Silver was the principal medal for trade also in the Far East. The concept of coinage was spread by Alexander the Great through the lands [...]

Congress authorized the silver dollar on April 2, 1792 with 416 grains 892.4 fine being the weight and fineness of the coin. In 1794, the first silver dollar was issued and remained in circulation until 1804 with the value one dollar, hundred cents or unit on the edge of the coin. The value of the [...]

There is much debate over the decision of investing in silver coins. Fact of the matter is that investing in silver coins as a hobby is a fun and engaging activity for people of any age. Children especially are attracted to the shiny, gleaming coins and tend to hold on to them as long as [...]

Since Ancient time the silver coin has played a major role in trade business. Silver was actually the biggest part of trade in early civilizations such as Sumer and Egypt. Silver was the principal medal for trade also in the Far East. The concept of coinage was spread by Alexander the Great through the lands [...]

Many people who are involved in collecting coins are familiar with coin collector shows. These are where many collectors and dealers gather to buy, sell and show their coins to others. There are many such shows throughout the world. Some can be small with little to offer while others can be very large with literally [...]