If you collect coins, you should consider becoming a member of the American Numismatic Association (ANA) – the largest non-profit organization in the world dedicated to “educating and encouraging people to study coins and related material,” according to the ANA mission statement. It currently has about 25,000 members, and membership is open to anyone who wishes … Continued
Read MoreIt’s clear that numismatics is more popular among men than women. Just take a look at the crowd the next time you’re at a local coin show or coin club meeting. However, women have certainly left their mark on the field. Liberty, Britannia, and Helvetia are all women featured on coins who symbolize entire nations. In this … Continued
Read MoreWhether you are new to coin collecting, or have been at it for decades, a good library of reference books is essential. While there is an abundance of information online, there is no substitute for having your own numismatic library. Once you have decided to specialize in one or more specific series of classic or … Continued
Read MoreA “numismatic coin” generally refers to a coin that sells for a significant premium over spot and its face value, because they are mainly purchased by collectors. Below are some of the factors that go into determining a coin’s numismatic value. Coin Condition To collectors, the face of a coin is called the “obverse,” the … Continued
Read MoreThe name of Numismatic Guaranty Corporation® (NGC®) has been updated to Numismatic Guaranty Company™. Originally Posted 9/15/2021 on ngccoin.com The updated name will start to appear on NGC’s website, marketing, holders and labels. The name of Numismatic Guaranty Corporation® (NGC®) has been updated to Numismatic Guaranty Company™. Over the coming months, NGC will roll out the … Continued
Read MoreSilver is generally considered more prevalent and less costly than its gold counterpart. For this reason, collecting silver can seem less daunting than stockpiling gold. Nevertheless, arming yourself with the proper foundation may help enhance your approach to buying silver bullion Why Buy Physical Silver Bullion? People buy silver bullion for a wide variety of reasons. Some … Continued
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