If you’ve been collecting coins for any length of time, then chances are you’ve seen certified specimens with labels signed by someone associated with the US Mint. Who are these people? Why would anyone want their signature? What can their signature add to your collection? Today, we’ll take a look at 3 of the most … Continued
One innovation that caused widespread ripples and collector excitement in the hobby over the last few years has been the advent of the foil note. These offerings are a great way to own precious metals due to their unique characteristics, lower price point and strong collector interest in the various subjects depicted on the foils. If … Continued
Many coin collections were started after a unique coin was found in someone’s pocket change. You may have seen your grandfather or father weeding through their change, or maybe you even do it yourself! Although this is a method of collecting that is rarely seen anymore, the opportunity is still there. What valuable coins could you … Continued
The modern coin grading system started in 1949 with the Sheldon Scale, a 70-point system that was created to classify the condition of US large cents. Over the past few decades, the system’s use was expanded dramatically to include other modern coins. Accordingly, most collectors are at least vaguely familiar with numeric grades, especially Mint State 70 … Continued
Coins from Ancient Empires managed to survive war, famine, and time itself, before making their way to modern collectors. This article will outline not only how such coins are found, but also how they are preserved for future generations. How are ancient coins graded? In the past, ancient coins were never “slabbed and graded.” Since the coins … Continued
Coin certification is a relatively recent addition to the coin collector’s arsenal. It can provide plenty of advantages over housing your coins in their original mint packaging. ModernCoinMart offers plenty of professionally graded coins, but what exactly are the advantages of buying graded coins? Many collectors prefer to buy coins that have been officially certified, … Continued
In September of 2019, the United States Mint announced the selection of final designs for several upcoming coin programs. In addition, it also provided information about some possible circulating and commemorative coin programs for the years 2021-2030 for which the Mint was pursuing authorizing legislation in 2019. 2019 American Innovation Dollar Coin Designs At the end of 2018, an … Continued
1. Maple Leaf Coins are the second best-selling silver bullion coin in the world and one of the best-selling gold bullion coins The Royal Canadian Mint’s silver and gold Maple Leaf coins are among the most popular and widely-recognized bullion coins in the world. They also have an established track record of sales performance. The coins are especially popular within U.S., Canadian, … Continued
While their primary goals and motivations may initially appear to be different, stackers are often collectors too, and collectors like to stack as well. What are Coin Stackers and what do they like to collect? People who buy precious metals are often called “stackers” because they like to stack bullion in various forms such as coins, bars, and … Continued
Have you seen rhodium plated coins recently and wondered what exactly rhodium was and where it fits in the scheme of more traditional metals like gold and silver? Keep reading to learn more! Discovery of Rhodium English chemist William Hyde Wollaston discovered rhodium in 1803. He made the discovery thanks to a tip from Hippolyte-Victor … Continued
