Articles for tag: Canadian Coins, Coin Collection, Commemorative Coins

An Introduction to Collecting Canadian Coins

Coin collectors in the United States rejoice: If you are looking for something fresh for your coin collection, why not take a numismatic trip to Canada, a nation whose coins are filled with images of nature, wildlife and the country’s colorful history? Chances are, if you live near the U.S./Canada border or in a region ...

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Slabbed Coins: What Are They and How Do You Collect Them?

Slabbed coins are coins that are placed in special holders and graded by different grading companies to what condition the actual coin is in. There are several companies that grade these coins and there are several ways of collecting these Slabbed coins. There are also different levels of grading that will also be discussed in ...

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The 20th Century Type Set: The Ultimate Coin Collection

Coin collectors pursue all kinds of goals when building their collections. Some may chase after assembling a complete series of Lincoln cents, while others will strive to collect a glimmering holding of Morgan or Peace silver dollars. Further, still, are those who desire to construct sets of Mercury dimes or Walking Liberty half dollars. All ...

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The Top Coin Dealers in Las Vegas, Nevada

There are several excellent coin dealers doing business in Las Vegas, Nevada. These coin dealers regularly buy and sell many types of coins, currency, bullion, stamps, collectibles and entire coin sets. Presented here, in an effort to assist the consumer, is a guide which offers pertinent information regarding the top coin dealers located in Las ...

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Ten Memorable Confirmation Gift Ideas

The Catholic tradition celebrates the transition called Confirmation for all members who have transitioned to the step to deepen their faith. It is an event marking initiation into adulthood, and represents the mature and newfound Christian commitment to the faith. Many families honor Confirmation with a party or event to commemorate the date. Here are ...

Coin Collectors Guide to the Eisenhower Dollar Coin

Usually, when you think of really collectable coins, the humble Eisenhower Dollar isn’t on our list for some reason. Often, the term collectable is associated with old coins or the new commemorative coins such as State Quarters or the new designs of the Jefferson Nickel leaving poor Ike out in the cold. Afterall, the coin ...

Ten Great Gifts for Numismatists (Coin Collectors)

What are some good gifts for a coin collector, also called a numismatist? Reportedly, some very famous people have been into coin collecting: Tony Blair, Buddy Ebsen, John Quincy Adams, Nicole Kidman, Jonathan Rhys-Davies, and “Coin King” Louis Eliasberg; but many numismatists keep their coin collecting to themselves, a secret passion for private enjoyment. But ...

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Ideal Tooth Fairy Gifts

The American tradition of the tooth fairy visit and gift drop off has occurred for over a hundred years and has appeared to be a rite of passage for young children experiencing loss of their baby teeth. The materiality of gifts has varied from a dime or quarter per lost tooth upwards to five dollars ...

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How to Start a Coin Collection

Starting a coin collection Starting a coin collection is fun and easy. Anyone can start a coin collection with very little time and money. Now is a great time to start with so many changes in our currency and so many new coins coming out all the time even is modern collection of coins can ...

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Unique Graduation Gift Ideas

Graduation time is soon approaching for the 2011 school year. While many students are expecting common graduation gifts, such as jewelry or money, make a splash by giving the graduate something new and different. If you’re looking for a unique gift idea for the student in your life, look no further. Whether the student is ...