| 964 Views | The History of the 1943 Steel Cent By : Keith Scott
Did you know that in 1943, due to the war effort, the US mint produced cents out of steel. Over 1 billion steel cents were produced during 1943 |
| 724 Views | How to Assemble a Liberty Head V Nickel Collection By : Keith Scott
Do you want to begin collecting Liberty Head "V" nickels. This article will help you narrow down your goals and how to achieve them. |
| 651 Views | History of the Liberty "V" Nickel By : Keith Scott
Ever wonder how the Liberty Nickel, or "V" nickel as it is sometimes called came about? Read on to learn the interesting history behind this coin. |
| 645 Views | Collecting Barber Half Dollars Can be a Rewarding Challenge By : Keith Scott
The Barber Half Dollar, minted from 1892 to 1915 can be a rewarding challenge for the serious collector. While mintages are low, they are still available making this series a fun challenge to complete the series. |
| 622 Views | History of the Morgan Dollar By : Keith Scott
Ever Wonder how the Morgan Dollar Came About. Did you know that this coin was not very popular, just like most dollar coins |
| 501 Views | How Can I Buy Coins on eBay Without Getting Ripped Off? By : Keith Scott
Do you want to buy coins on eBay but feel you might get ripped off? Here are some essential buying tips to avoid the scammers! |
| 482 Views | How do I sell my Coin Collection? By : Keith Scott
If you have ever wondered about the best way to sell your collection, or you just need some tips to get the most for it, this article will give you some pointers to do so |
| 470 Views | The Top Five Morgan Silver Dollars By : US Coin Values Advisor
Five Morgan silver dollars demonstrating strong price advancements over a long period of time are highlighted. Not surprisingly, these same silver dollars are likely to lead the pack in the years to come. |
| 450 Views | The Lincoln Cent – Part 2 – Controversy By : Keith Scott
Read about the history of the Lincoln Cent. The Lincoln cent is the longest running coin in our history. Learn about its history, the changes it went through and the changes yet to come! |
| 445 Views | What are the Advantages of Buying PCGS Graded Coins? By : Keith Scott
Have you ever wondered if buying certified coins, specifically PCGS certified coins is worth it? This article will attempt to give you some pointers to help you in your decision |
| 440 Views | Do I have to Buy the Best Quality Coins to Make Money? By : Keith Scott
We have all heard about record prices for the rarest of coins. But what if I am just a regular collector? Can I make money in coins? |
| 378 Views | Feel the Gold Rush with Gold Coins By : John Morris
A lot of people find collecting gold coins as not only an incredibly interesting hobby but a fairly lucrative one as well! Over time, your collection will accure value and parts of it can be sold if you desire... |
| 366 Views | Identifying US Coins with Bullish Futures By : US Coin Values Advisor
Coins with the best prospects of future price advancements are best pinpointed by researching price movements of the past. |
| 355 Views | History of the Barber Dime By : Keith Scott
Ever wonder about the history of the old Barber Dime? How did it come about? Read about it here. |
| 355 Views | Coin Collecting Opens The Door To The Past By : Susan Jan
Coins have often been regarded as 'mirrors of history'. Other than the monetary value and worth of antique coins, they also possess historical value. Coins belonging to different ages have different stories to tell of empires and emperors. |
| 329 Views | History of the Mercury Dime By : Keith Scott
Ever wonder how the Mercury Dime came about and why it was called "Mercury" |
| 316 Views | NumisExpert Collector - Coin Collecting Software By : Penny More
This is a brief review of the features and functions of NumisExpert Collector Coin Collecting Software. One of the highlights of the program is an extensive monthly-updated price list of all U.S. coins since 1616 including errors and varieties. The price list automatically updates the Market List value of your collection and reports how your collection compares to your IRA. |
| 312 Views | The Lincoln Cent – Part I – The Beginning By : Keith Scott
Read about the history of the Lincoln Cent. The Lincoln cent is the longest running coin in our history. Learn about its history, the changes it went through and the changes yet to come! |
| 310 Views | U.S.Coinage and the War of 1812 By : US Coin Values Advisor
Review of the War of 1812 and of U.S. coinage of that time. Includes a value trend analysis of those coins and assesses potential for future price appreciation. |
| 307 Views | Gold Coins - An Investment in Your Financial Liberty By : Ricardy Banks
When you have a child, or even before you do, start collecting gold coins. When your child grows up, cash them in to send your high school graduate to the University of their choice. |
| 304 Views | How to Make Money with your Stamp Collecting hobby. By : Kevin Bauer
Discover how millions of people all over the world collect stamps as an exciting and rewarding hobby and make it extremely profitable. |
| 303 Views | Auction Strategies That Win! By : Claude Bourgoin
Online auction proven strategies, for the entrepreneur and serious auction buyer, who want to win the bidding war. |
| 292 Views | How to Collect Stamps By : Fiona Whealer
Collecting stamps is a hobby that interests kids and adults alike all over the world. You can begin a stamp collection easily enough; just start collecting interesting and unusual stamps that you find. When you start out, you may want to begin by spending as little money as possible, just enough to get your feet wet and begin to build a collection. |
| 291 Views | Amazing Time and Money-Saving Tips for Enthusiasts of Coin Collecting By : Lee Dobbins
Coin collecting is not only a hobby, it's also an investment - Learn how to make the most out of it! |
| 289 Views | History of the Standing Liberty Quarter By : Keith Scott
The Standing Liberty Quarter was a short lived series, yet it was a very nice coins. Read about the beginning problems and how the coin came about |
| 289 Views | Tips For Online Coin Auction Enthusiasts By : Lee Dobbins
Tips on coin collecting and buying coins at online auctions. |
| 280 Views | Coin Dealer Essentials: Seven Tips on How You Can Be a Good Coin Dealer By : Brooke Hayles
Coin dealing is great business if you know the finer points of coin-trading. A strong knowledge about the history of coins, grading of the coins by a certified company, understanding of the coin market, and a broad network of acquaintances, can make a lot of difference to a coin dealer. |
| 279 Views | Why are Some Coins Worth More Than Others? By : Keith Scott
Ever wonder why some coins are worth more than others. This article will explain what goes into determining the value of a coin. |
| 279 Views | Coin Collecting Hobby : Great Fun For The Whole Family By : Susan Dean
Isn't it funny that when we are kids we tend to enjoy collecting as a hobby but most of us do not continue this through adult life? I know as a child I enjoyed a stamp and coin collecting hobby along with swap cards and teddy bears. |
| 277 Views | The Lincoln Cent – Part IV – Upcoming Changes By : Keith Scott
Read about the history of the Lincoln Cent. The Lincoln cent is the longest running coin in our history. Learn about its history, the changes it went through and the changes yet to come! |
| 271 Views | Coin Collecting Throughout the Ages By : John Morris
Coin collecting, or numismatics is a hobby as old as time. As a hobby, it has been around for more than 2,500 years. This is surprising since the use of coins has been around for pretty much that same amount of time too. Man has always had a fixation for small, round, shiny things. And throughout the ages, coin collectors have always been on the prowl for the oldest, rarest, most attractive coins around. |
| 269 Views | History of the Eisenhower Dollar By : Keith Scott
The Eisenhower Dollar was the last of the BIG dollar coins. Read about how it came about |
| 267 Views | Collecting Coins Is Fun! By : Francis Prind
Coin collecting is one of those rare hobbies that can be participated in by all ages and people in nearly every part of the world. Collecting coins has been a hobby ever since coins were minted. People have been intrigued by coins, collecting, sorting, organizing and displaying coins as long as there have been coins – coins were first minted before the Roman Empire! |
| 258 Views | 10 Really Low-Cost Ways to Start Your Stamp Collection By : Joan Yankowitz
Stamp collecting doesn’t have to be an expensive hobby. You can enjoy collecting stamps with limited financial resources. Here are 10 really low-cost ways to start stamp collecting. |
| 256 Views | A Case of Coin Telemarketing Fraud: Here’s What I Shoulda Done By : US Coin Values Advisor
Coin telemarketing fraud was rampant in the 1980s. One ripoff victim whimsically contemplates where he'd be today had he not been fooled. |
| 253 Views | 10 Great Cents By : Kip Goldhammer
It is safe to say there have been many important coins in the history of the cent denomination. Ranging from expensive and scarce to rather available and inexpensive, important cents take a number of forms, making the top 10 an interesting and diverse group.The cent was a high priority for the U.S. Mint from its start, with the first cents being minted for circulation in 1793, the year after the Mint opened. Here’s my list of the 10 best that have been produced since then. |
| 253 Views | The Lincoln Cent – Part 3 – The Many Changes By : Keith Scott
Read about the history of the Lincoln Cent. The Lincoln cent is the longest running coin in our history. Learn about its history, the changes it went through and the changes yet to come! |
| 253 Views | The History of the Buffalo Nickel - Part I By : Keith Scott
Ever Wonder about the Buffalo Nickel and how it came about? Wonder no more. Read this article for the history of this wonderful coin |
| 249 Views | Grandma’s Mercury Dimes By : US Coin Values Advisor
Grandma's Mercury dime gifts helped inspire a lifetime of coin collecting for "Little Danny". Along the way, he learned a few things about Mercury dimes having the best investment potential. |
| 247 Views | A Brief History Of Gold By : Steve Thomas
Gold has a place in history regardless of the country of origin. Perhaps it has to do with the fact that gold is seen as a common currency in every country in the world. |
| 245 Views | Rare Spanish Coins Found in Ship Wreck By : Barney Garcia
The Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora de Atocha, struck a reef and sank on September 6, 1622, during a raging hurricane near the Florida Keys. Mel Fisher and his company discovered the main wreck site on July 20, 1985 and ultimately recovered over 160,000 silver Spanish colonial coins. |
| 244 Views | How To Sell Collectibles On Ebay By : Gregg Hall
Yes, collectibles! Collectibles are where eBay started, and they’re still one of its biggest areas – however much they might want you to believe they’re not. eBay's most hardcore and long-time users are almost all collectors of something or other – it is quite common to post what you think is a mundane item, only to have collectors suddenly go to war over it because it is somehow linked to something they collect. |
| 244 Views | History of the Famous 1913 Liberty Nickel By : Keith Scott
The 1913 Liberty Nickel is perhaps the most famous of all coins. How did this coin come about? While no one knows for sure, this article will discuss the various thoughts surrounding this famous coin. |
| 244 Views | Your Must-Know Guide To American Coin Collecting By : Lesley Chew
Interested in American coin collecting? This article explores what are the different types of American coin that a collector can specialize in. |
| 243 Views | Coin Dealer- Get to Know The Secrets By : Brooke Hayles
You must be speculating how a dealer of coins is capable of making so much cash. It actually depends on the collectors and buyers of coins known to the dealer and the money he gains from buying and selling them. The coin dealer gambles in this trade. |
| 243 Views | Like all Other Dollar Coins the New Presidential Dollar Coin Will Also Fail By : Keith Scott
If you have not heard by now, the US mint (actually a congressional act mandates the production of these coins) is at it again. On February 15, 2007, a new US dollar coin will be put into circulation. Will it circulate? I have my doubts. It’s not that I don’t want it to. Just take a look at the history of the dollar coin, and you can see, like all previous dollar coins, this one has an uphill battle. |
| 239 Views | Loving Your Hobbies More By : Ray La Foy
With the advent of technology that makes almost every chore less time consuming, more and more time may now be devoted to enjoying your hobbies. More people can now take on one or several recreational activities like photography, stamp collection, embroidery, handicrafts, etc. |
| 238 Views | Fascinating British Coin Collecting With A Feel of Nostalgia By : Lesley Chew
Discover the joys of British Coin Collecting. |
| 237 Views | The History of the Buffalo Nickel - Part II By : Keith Scott
This is the second part of the History of the Buffalo Nickel. Read about how it changed over the years and how it came about. |
| 234 Views | Stamp Collecting - More Early Stamp History By : Kevin Bauer
Early stamp history:- Stamps were beginning to make an impact on how postal charges on letters was paid. Mauritius was the next country to issue adhesive postal stamps. |
| 233 Views | Your Coin Collection Is Worth How Much? By : Lesley Chew
How do you determined how much is your coin collection worth? Discover the various sources that you can use to determine the value of your coin collection. |
| 232 Views | Cleaning Coins - Think About It First By : Bowe Packer
Have some rare coins you think might need a little cleaning? Think again. |
| 231 Views | The Story of the Star Spangled Banner By : US Coin Values Advisor
As darkness shrouded the early morning hours of September 14, 1814, Francis Scott Key searched vainly across Baltimore Harbor for a sign of hope. Had the American defenders at Fort McHenry held out, or would Great Britain be poised to reclaim her lost colonies? |
| 226 Views | Did You Know There is a New Dollar Coin for 2007 By : Keith Scott
The US Mint will begin issue of a new dollar coin in 2007 |
| 225 Views | History of the Barber Half Dollar By : Keith Scott
Produced by the US Mint from 1892 to 1915, the Barber Half Dollar has an interesting history on how it came about. Named after the designer, Charles Barber, this coin, along with other Barber designs were the staple of commerce during the late 1800's and early 1900's. |
| 225 Views | What Coin Magazine Should I Subscribe To? By : Keith Scott
If you are a beginning coin collector, or even an experienced collector, you may be wondering what numismatic/coin magazine or numismatic newspaper you should subscribe to. |
| 222 Views | Scrapbooking on the Run By : Tom Ambrozewicz
Scrapbooking Tips |
| 222 Views | Unlike Previous Attempts This Time the Dollar Coin Will be a Success By : Keith Scott
If you have not heard by now, the US mint (actually a congressional act mandates the production of these coins) is at it again. In 2007, a new US dollar coin will be put into circulation. Will it circulate? Unlike previous attempts, this coin has a shot at general acceptance. For an opposing view, please see my other article titled “Like all Other Dollar Coins, the New Presidential Dollar Coin Will Also Fail”. |
| 221 Views | Collecting Model Ships By : Charles Kassotis
Different types of model ships available as collectibles. |
| 220 Views | Benefits Of A Coin Counter And Coin Sorter By : Cindy Heller
Manually counting coins everyday can be a tiresome and boring task. It is also a great waste of your valuable time. If you own a business which accepts coins as payment such as a laundry or car wash business, manually counting the coins from your daily sales will most likely take up a lot of your time. |
| 216 Views | Collecting American Coins By : M. D. Robinson
Coin collecting is exciting, and collecting American coins is a simple and interesting hobby if you reside in the United States. There are some truly intriguing coins of most denominations. |
| 214 Views | Learn More About Destinations All Over The World With Stamp Collecting By : Gregg Hall
Out of all the hobbies you may enter, stamp collecting not only allows you to have fun, but also provides you with a looking glass into the past, present, as well as future. |
| 209 Views | Scrapbooking Secrets For Better Memory Preservation By : Lee Dobbins
Learn all about this fun hobby that can be a great way to preserve your precious memories. |
| 208 Views | Top Tips for the Stamp Collector By : Jimmy Cox
Stamps. You put them on a letter you want to mail, or a bill you need to pay. Once in a while, if it is a birthday or Valentine`s Day card, you will request a special picture on the stamp, a cake or a heart, perhaps. However, to some, stamps are more than just mere postage. |
| 206 Views | Stamp Collecting - More Early Stamp History By : Kevin Bauer
Early stamp history:- Stamps were beginning to make an impact on how postal charges on letters was paid. Mauritius was the next country to issue adhesive postal stamps. |
| 206 Views | Successful Antique Buying By : John Savage
One of the most recognizable Latin expressions is Caveat Emptor, buyer beware. |
| 206 Views | Coin Collecting and Investing Tactics for Future Profits By : Randy Harrison
While coin collecting is a fun and enjoyable hobby for most of us, there is no reason it can’t be a profitable endeavor also with a well thought out plan. If you are just starting your collection or advancing to the serious money stage lets consider these facts before taking the plunge. |
| 204 Views | A Brief Look at the Origin of the Postage Stamp By : Jimmy Cox
In 1837 Sir Rowland Hill, after having completed exhaustive studies of the postal service then in effect, made public his revolutionary idea, the stamp. This was, reduced to its simplest expression, merely the fact that it cost no more to deliver a letter a hundred miles than it did to deliver one a few city blocks. |
| 203 Views | Sticking With Scrapbooking By : Mark Washburn
If your just starting out with scrapbooking learning how to stay motivated and excited about your projects can be your best lesson for getting things done. |
| 203 Views | A History Lesson In Coin Collecting By : Suzanne
Coin collecting can be a fun and fascinating history lesson. It began in the ancient roman times and has continued on to become what is known as numismatics and a booming money making industry here in the U.S. |
| 200 Views | Acid - A Scrapbook's Worst Enemy By : Tom Ambrozewicz
Problems associated with chemicals in scrapbooking |
| 200 Views | The History of the Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cent – Part 1 By : Keith Scott
This article will provide an overview of how the Flying Eagle cent came into being and phased out the much larger and bulky Large Cent |
| 200 Views | Coin Collecting All You Need To Know By : neil parnham
Coin collecting is said to be the Hobby of the Kings. Coin collecting is different from money hoarding. Collecting coins as an art form can be traced back to the 14th century |
| 199 Views | Finding Old American Coins In Ordinary Places By : Douglas Taylor
While there are certainly many places to find old coins on the net, in some ways this hobby can be as traditional as it was back before the Internet. People starting out in their coin-collecting journey are often delighted to discover how many old American coins are still in everyday use. |
| 198 Views | The Value of Your Coins By : neil parnham
So you are wanting to value your coins, what are the factors that will effect this how can you improve them to make you more money. |
| 196 Views | How To Value Collectible Coins By : Lee Dobbins
Coins can be fun to collect and also a great investment. Many coins are worth well more than the face value and this article will give you the basics on how to determine the value of your collectible coins. |
| 196 Views | Scrapbook Layout Designs With Many Looks By : Marcy Larsen
Scrapbook design and layouts |
| 195 Views | Scrapbooking On A Tight Budget Is Not Impossible By : Graham Johns
Scrapbooking - it's a great hobby, and also an important one. But many people find that they do not have the budget necessary to keep up with the constantly changing world of scrapbooking. |
| 194 Views | 7 Most Common Coin Collecting Themes By : Cindy Heller
Coin collecting has been the hobby of many people for many years. If you refer to history, the first coin collectors were kings and emperors of different kingdoms all over the world. Some of the first known coin collectors are the Roman Emperors and King Farouk of Egypt. |
| 193 Views | Make Yours A Gold Coin Collection By : Lesley Chew
Gold coin collecting is an exciting and fairly secure investment. Discover what other benefits financially does gold coin collecting holds besides being such a fascinating hobby. |
| 193 Views | Anyone Like An Antique Bed ? By : MITCHELL HAMPSON
One of the benefits of buying an older home is the possibility of the previous owners leaving treasures behind. Forgotten items are regularly left tucked away in the corner of the attic or in the basement. |
| 193 Views | Collecting Coins a Collectors Guide By : neil parnham
Coin collecting is something that takes time to learn. The most important thing to remember is that you are doing it for the right reason - if it is a passion, then it is something worth pursuing. |
| 192 Views | The History of Sports Memorabilia By : Bob Rardin
The other day I was cataloguing three boxes of baseball cards for a friend of mine and I began to think about how this entire card collecting and sports memorabilia phenomenon began. |
| 192 Views | Dollhouse Miniatures: More Than Just Child's Play By : Veronica Scott
Miniaturized models of real life objects are often used as children's playthings. However, many adults also find great enjoyment in collecting miniatures. Crafting and buying accessories for doll house miniatures is a traditional hobby that is enjoyed by thousands of adults. |
| 192 Views | Brandnew Guide to Starting a Coin Collection By : Michael Hehn
If you're seriously interested in knowing about coin collection, you need to think beyond the basics. This informative article takes a closer look at things you need to know about coin collection. |
| 192 Views | How To Determine The Prices And Values Of Coins In Your Collection By : Cindy Heller
Coin collecting is mostly known as an expensive and very interesting hobby. It can also be a profitable hobby if the collectors know how to make a profit from their hobby. Coin collectors are known to pay excessive amount of money just to obtain single rare coin. Coin prices sometimes soar when a coin that is most sought after is only available in limited quantity. |
| 191 Views | Saving the Scraps By : Tom Ambrozewicz
Scrapbooking Tips |
| 190 Views | Some Of The Reasons Why You Should Consider Collecting Civil War Bullets As A Hobby By : Gregg Hall
The Civil War still holds a great deal of fascination for the people of America. It caused brother to fight against brother, the freedom of slaves and totally restructured the government. Because of this continuing fascination, there are groups that reenact the war, wearing copies of the uniform and performing mock battles with other enthusiasts in the Southeast. |
| 190 Views | Pick The Right Dollhouse Furniture For Your Miniature Home By : Veronica Scott
Whether you're interested in dollhouses for the ability to role play, for historical accuracy, or just to admire the amount of craftsmanship that went into its construction, the dollhouse is simply incomplete unless it is furnished. It is possible to buy dollhouse furniture for any type of dollhouse, for any purpose, and for any price range. |
| 190 Views | Enjoying The Uniqueness of Personalized Postage Stamps By : Craig Thornburrow
An introductory guide to the usefulness and uniqueness of stamps you can put your own photo on. |
| 189 Views | What Is A Metal Detector By : Keith George
In archeology metal detectors are of good help. But in some countries like France and Sweden law prohibits metal detectors, but with special permission it can be used. |
| 188 Views | Railroading Is A Most Exciting Hobby By : Bob Carper
Want to meet some very exciting people following a very exciting recreational pursuit? Try railroading as a hobby. This article will help get you started. All aboard! |
| 187 Views | Simple Yet Sensational Scrapbook Pages By : Marcy Larsen
Simple scrapbook layout ideas can make scrapbooking easier and more interesting than ever before. |
| 187 Views | Find Your Ancient World Map By : MITCHELL HAMPSON
For decades people have been using maps as sophisticated decorations. An ancient world map can be placed inside a beautiful wood frame and hung on the wall, or put on an office desk depending on its size. |
| 185 Views | How To Profit From Your Hobby In Three Easy Steps By : Rockford Tapscott
Making a full time living working from home can be broken down into three simple steps. Here they are |
| 183 Views | Space Saving - Organizing Your Scrapbooking Area By : Tom Ambrozewicz
Scrapbooking Tips |
| 183 Views | Scrapbooking With Your Kids By : Graham Johns
In this fast-paced, electronic-based world, it's difficult to find an activity to share with your children that doesn't involve the television or the computer. Scrapbooking might help to bridge that gap of having fun but staying interested. |
| 181 Views | 3 More Compelling Reasons For Scrapbooking? By : Genie Balfour
Here are 3 great reasons to start scrapbooking - with or without kids! Lots of ideas from family history to photography, so no more excuses! |
| 180 Views | The Intelligent Way To Search For Collectibles On eBay By : Gregg Hall
You would be surprised at the items that have been collecting dust in some of the garages and attics of many worldwide households. When it's time to do a little spring cleaning, eBay fills with some of the unwanted possessions from a wide range of characters. |
| 180 Views | Become an Expert Layout Designer By : Tom Ambrozewicz
Tips on layout designing in scrapbooking |