Read can’t-miss columns and features, and listen to audio stories from the best authors in the hobby. You won’t find these articles anywhere else!
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Some of our most popular coins hold a special secret: They may have been made from metal that originally came from some distant planet!
Extraterrestrial Coins
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Answering these crucial questions allows numismatists to fully understand their collectibles and unlock “history in their hands.”
Seven Questions About Coins
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Young collectors will have a blast at the ANA's annual sale. Use this helpful guide to get your ducks in a row before the event.
A Guide to Your First YN Auction
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Challenging, entertaining, and engaging hobbies—like coin collecting— have the power to make us happier and healthier.
Secrets to a Long and Happy Life
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The Confederate States of America might have inadvertently produced coinage that celebrated the liberation of slaves.
Isn’t It Ironic?
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The alchemists’ dream of turning lead into gold came true for the Nicaraguan rebel Sandino.
The Alchemist
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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
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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
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Properly storing your valued collectibles is easy, affordable, and essential for long-term hobby enjoyment.
Storing Your Collection
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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?
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Coins made into eye-catching jewelry can add variety, interest, and a little fashion to your coin collection.
Coin Jewelry
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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?