Coin Collecting For Dummies

An inside look at coin collecting Are you looking for an exciting new hobby that has more layers than a jumbo onion? Why not check out numismatics --also known as coin collecting--in this comprehensive and easy-to-follow guide to buying, selling, grading, valuing, handling, and storing coins! Whether you're navigating a coin auction for the first time or evaluating coins based on their age and condition, you'll learn what you need to know in this all-in-one roadmap to coin collecting. It's the perfect resource for new collectors and veterans looking for ways to step up their game. Inside... Choose a coin-collecting focus Get the right price for your coins Evaluate your best coins Determine your coins' conditions Find out when your coins were minted Navigate coin auction houses Find the rarest coins Avoid common collecting pitfalls