Exclusive Numismatic Columns

Hiding in Plain Sight: An Introduction to Counterfeits

January 14, 2025

3 min read

Hiding amongst your collection or in online coin listings, counterfeits can add significant challenges to buying and selling coins.

Hiding in Plain Sight: An Introduction to Counterfeits

How to Become a Trillionaire

December 30, 2024

3 min read

Collectors can purchase Zimbabwe hyperinflation notes like the $10 trillion and $100 billion at a show for under $20.

How to Become a Trillionaire

Collecting Fractional Gold Bars

November 22, 2024

5 min read

Collecting gold may seem like an expensive endeavor, but with smart strategies, it's a rewarding pursuit even for those on a budget.

Collecting Fractional Gold Bars

Leper Colony Money

November 22, 2024

4 min read

In the 19th century, fear of contagion led to unique coins, tokens, ans scrip made for those with this dreaded disease.

Leper Colony Money

Seven Questions About Coins

May 10, 2024

5 min read

Answering these crucial questions allows numismatists to fully understand their collectibles and unlock “history in their hands.”

Seven Questions About Coins

Collecting Sample Slabs

February 8, 2024

6 min read

These low-cost collectibles present a great starting point for new collectors. But what are they? And why should you collect them?

Collecting Sample Slabs

Numismatics: Just Call It Money

February 8, 2024

5 min read

This word is hard to pronounce, difficult to remember, and is often misunderstood. And yet, it has stood the test of time.

Numismatics: Just Call It Money

Storing Your Collection

January 8, 2024

5 min read

Properly storing your valued collectibles is easy, affordable, and essential for long-term hobby enjoyment.

Storing Your Collection

How Much Should You Pay for a Coin?

January 7, 2024

5 min read

New coin purchases can be overwhelming. Be sure to utilize these resources to avoid making a costly mistake.

How Much Should You Pay for a Coin?

Coin Jewelry

December 6, 2023

6 min read

Coins made into eye-catching jewelry can add variety, interest, and a little fashion to your coin collection.

Coin Jewelry

To Clean or Not to Clean?

December 5, 2023

4 min read

Does cleaning a coin in your collection hurt or help it? The answer to this question isn't so cut and dried.

To Clean or Not to Clean?

AI Coin Grading

November 5, 2023

4 min read

Coins graded by an app sound like science fiction. But artificial intelligence technology is right around the corner.

AI Coin Grading