| It is very easy to start collecting coins as a | | | | look for more. |
| hobby. But you do not just look for these items | | | | Looking for Mints |
| in auction sites or in your local hobby shop. You | | | | After collecting common coins, moving up to the |
| need to learn about this hobby first by visiting | | | | next stage will be easier. A minted coin can be |
| websites, participating in forums and reading | | | | purchased for a minimal amount in various hobby |
| books regarding numismatics (the study of coin | | | | shops. These are usually minted items that were |
| collection). Armed with the right knowledge, you | | | | recently released. They may not be expensive |
| should be able to start with a good collection | | | | but their value increases after a couple of years. |
| without being scammed. | | | | Expand with Discontinued Coins |
| Starting With What You Have | | | | While you are collecting mints, it is also important |
| The best way to start a collection is simply to | | | | to look out for discontinued and rare items. At |
| look at what you have you have in your pocket. | | | | this stage, your knowledge about numismatics has |
| You do not need to start with something very | | | | already expanded in determining the authentic and |
| expensive. It is enough to start with the circulated | | | | fake version. This means collecting expensive |
| coins. Purchase a rack where you can safely place | | | | items will be easier. Like the minted coins, this too |
| these items. Get as many as you can for your | | | | can become a good source of wealth. |
| collection. This will give you the push needed to | | | | |