Coin Collecting Guide

Building a meaningful collection has gotten complicated with all the grading standards, market fluctuations, and authentication concerns flying around. As someone who has collected coins for years, I learned everything there is to know about the hobby. Today, I will share it all with you.

Getting Started

Probably should have led with this section, honestly—successful collecting starts with choosing a focus area that interests you.

Key Principles

That’s what makes numismatics endearing to us collectors—there’s always more to learn about history, economics, and artistry through coins:

• Buy the best you can afford
• Learn before you spend
• Handle coins properly
• Keep good records

Building Knowledge

Join clubs, read publications, attend shows. The more you learn, the better decisions you’ll make about your collection.