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One of the most widely circulated and famous gold coins is the English gold Sovereign. Besides being a modern day bullion coin it oozes a long and rich history. The first English gold sovereigns were minted in 1489 by King Henry VII of England- with a nominal value of one pound sterling or 20 shillings. The original gold sovereigns were 23 carat gold but the fineness was subsequently reduced to 22 carat which is now referred to as "crown gold". This "Crown Gold" standard is still used today in coins like the Krugerrand. Its additional hardness makes the coins more durable. The older English sovereigns are highly prized amongst coin collectors. Some of them are now distinctly rare, with only a...

The gold panda coin forms part of a set of gold bullion coins issued by the People's Republic of China (PRC). The Chinese mint introduced the Panda gold bullion coin in 1982 and what makes this series so popular with collectors, is that design changes nearly every year. Like other popular gold bullion coins (gold eagle, gold maple leaf, Britannia etc), the gold panda coin comes in different sizes (weights) starting at 1/20 of a troy oz. ranging up to 1 troy oz.- though some special larger ones are occasionally also produced. Again, in keeping with this type of bullion coin, it is also denominated as legal tender in the home nation. Here are the current sizes/weights versus the face value of the...

Lend support to your home country with the purchase of 2008 Beijing Gold Fuwa Olympic coins. Do not let this historic event pass by without investing in a piece of history. The 2008 Beijing Olympics set to begin, 08-08-08. In Chinese folklore, the number eight stands for prosperity, fortune, and wealth. The Olympic torch has finally made its way to Beijing after being a dream of the Chinese people for a hundred years. You can commemorate this extraordinary feat with hard to find set of Fuwa- Official 2008 Beijing Olympic Games Mascots- gold coins. The precious coins are encased in original protection boxes. A great addition to any rare coin collection. The Fuwa are seen as good-luck dolls in Chinese...

There are some rigid rules that were put in place regarding how we care for the coins in our collection. There are a lot of things that can be done wrong, or that can go wrong, so I guess it only makes sense. There are some people who guard their coin collections with their life, and will not let a soul touch them, let alone get near them. They barely get to enjoy their coins. Ok, I’ll give them that if they are really, really old its fine. There are those others who have just average coins and won’t let you touch them. When you have a coin collection, you want to be able to enjoy it. You want to be able to touch your coins, run your fingers over the ridges and in a way; these are your toys to...

Hobbies:  Coin Collecting How to Get Your Coins Professionally Certified and Graded By Robert L Taylor, JD 1. See article entitled “5 Reasons to Buy and Collect Certified and Graded Coins,  which can be found at: Dispite the cost and procedure of getting your coin slabbed by a professional certification (authenticity) and grading company, which inhibits and prevents many people from having it done, a professional grade is beneficial for many reasons, the primary of which is that it helps you sell your coin when you want to upgrade or liquidate.  Upgrading one’s collection is a constant process, and therefore involves selling a coin to buy another similar one in a higher grade.  Collectors...

Mexican coin values will clearly vary and are extremely dependent upon the value of gold on a given day as well as the type of coins one buys. Nevertheless, the coin collector can rest assured in knowing that Mexican coin values are set to continue to increase since the values of gold have continued to progressively rise for several years now. Even as the economy takes a serious downturn and stocks are regrettably declining in value, investment in the Mexican gold coin is a wise investment because of sound and ever-increasing Mexican coin values. When trying to define what the value of Mexican coins are, the coin collector must thoroughly understand the distinct and clearly defined differences...

It’s hard to know for sure whether or not a new business is legitimate after it skyrockets. And Numis has hit the roof. But, would you call them a scam? Is their product high-quality? Will it last? If you want to know these answers, look below. So what are they all about? They are a company that sells numismatic coins, meaning they sell coins minted by the government, new and old. They’re thought of as a collector’s item. The great element of these is that they are graded of silver and gold. As an added plus, the condition they come in is good. The coins are measured on something called the Sheldon scale which ranges from 1-70, with 70 being the best condition. Or better...

It is very important for aspiring coin collectors to know never to clean a coin, especially a rare coin, that you find for your collection. The surface condition of a coin is essential in indicating its value, and this value is reduced if the coin has been cleaned. For coins from the 20th century, cleaning will completely render them valueless. If an older coin, say from the 18th or 19th centuries, has been cleaned, it still may have some value due to its rarity - but it would be more valuable if its surface was still intact and if it had never been cleaned. So how can you tell if a coin has ever been cleaned or not? The easiest way is to look for hairlines or scratches. Most careless collectors who...

Like many people you probably have or had some old coins in your possession. If you do have some you probably think that these old coins don't have any value maybe you just keep them for sentimental reasons or just because they are old. In most cases you would be wrong. The best way for you to know what these coins are worth would be to take them to a coin dealer. But be advised, you should never attempt to clean those coins before you take them for valuing. There are certain rules to follow when you are a coin collector. One very important rule is that cleaning old coins should always be left to professional coin cleaners. The main reason for doing this is that professional coin cleaners will be...

Silver Eagle Uncirculated Coins is the official silver bullion coin of the United States. Silver Eagle Uncirculated coins were released by the United States Mint on October 24, 1986. Silver Eagle Uncirculated coins struck in the 1 troy oz currency which has a nominal face value of one dollar and is assured to contain one troy ounce of 99.9% pure silver. Silver Eagle Uncirculated coins are authorized by the United States Congress and its weight and content is authorized by the United States Mint. 1. Silver Eagle Uncirculated bullion coin may be used to fund Individual Retirement Account investments. Silver Eagle Uncirculated was minted at the San Francisco mint carrying an "S" mint score between the...

This is something you may have never heard about before but I can tell you if you like your personal property it is something you should consider getting. When getting home content insurance for your home you may have items like a fur coat or an expensive diamond ring, it will cover these items up to a certain amount. (around $1,000 for jewelry and furs, around $2,000 for your firearms, and around $2,500 for your china) If you experience a fire in the basement of your house and it destroys a computer, or exercise equipment your insurance will only cover a portion of what may be lost. This is where you would want to get a floater insurance to cover those items to a greater extent. It will typically...

The economy is seriously on the down turn and the US Dollar is losing value. These conditions usually result in rising gold prices, which has been the case over the last few months. Gold prices have moved up about 50% in the past six months. Gold is a good investment in bad economic times but many small investors find it difficult to buy gold in small amounts. This is where gold coins may be just the answer for small investors who don't have deep pockets. Actually, gold coins may be a better investment than gold bars or bullion. Gold bars have the value of their weight in gold at the current spot price, whereas gold coins not only have the value of their weight in gold, but added numismatic value...

Numis Network is a relatively new MLM company starting in August 2009 and receiving a great amount of press. This is one of the newest MLM companies attracting many new distributors to invest. What is it all about? The word "numismatic" means the study and collecting of money. Numis says on the official web site, "Numismatic coins are legal tender coins that are sought after by collectors." Numis distributors claim the coins they sell are great investments. Most that join have come to believe this is a wonderful way to collect coins, not only a way to invest in my future, but a business opportunity as well. However, a disclaimer on the Numis web site states that the coins are not to be considered as...

With the security that precious metals provide from the recent economic and political instability, most investors understand that it is a wise idea to invest in gold or silver. But many can't decide what the best way to invest in gold or silver is. The way you choose depends on your reasons for investing in gold, and how much you are looking to spend. One of the best way for the average person to invest in gold is with gold coins. Gold coins have several benefits over large gold bars. With the exception of the smaller gold bars (say, an ounce or less), gold bars come in large denominations that are somewhat illiquid. For example, if you have a 10 ounce gold bar and you want to sell a half-ounce of...

The Kennedy Half Dollar is an American coin that has been minted every year since 1964, the year after the assassination of John F. Kennedy, until the present. It's known for its iconic image of John F. Kennedy's face on the obverse, and an American eagle on the reverse. The obverse side with Kennedy's image features the word "LIBERTY" around the coin's upper edge, "IN GOD WE TRUST" below the face's image, and the year of issue near the bottom of the coin. The reverse side features the words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" above the eagle image, and "HALF DOLLAR" below the eagle at the bottom of the coin. Aside from these basic features, there have been variations in the Kennedy half dollar coin in...

One of the new MLM companies, Numis Network, that is creating no small stir in the business world. As such, it is important to have a clear view of what Numis Network is, and whether or not it is a good opportunity. My intent here is to bring out some vital information about the company they have in the marketplace.Before I get started it is critical to understand regardless of the home based business you are looking at, YOUR success will be determined by you and your efforts. Many over zealous Biz Opps. mislead in describing what it really takes to succeed. Network Marketing is, as far as I'm concerned, THE WAY to get wealthy and take control of your own financial future. However, NO Company has...

These days, more and more people are getting involved in coin collecting as a serious business, or as a fun hobby.  To answer the growing demand of people looking for rare and valuable old coins, a lot of coin dealers are selling these coins.  Sad to say, though, that this has been an outlet for a lot of counterfeiters out there. To guide you in buying a real Silver Eagle dollar, this article will provide interesting facts about the official silver bullion coin of the United States, the American Silver Eagle, and some ways to distinguish a real one from a counterfeit. What is the American Silver Eagle? The Silver Eagle dollar was first released by the U.S. Mint on November 24, 1986.  It contains...

Gold and other precious metals have been moving rapidly upward in the market, and investors wonder what investment vehicles are the best choices to capture that upward price appreciation in the precious metals market. Many wish to buy and hold the precious metals themselves, but there are a number of alternatives. Each of these different options has its own strengths and weaknesses. This discussion gives some basic information on the most common possibilities. Depending on what your goals are, you may choose to use one or more of the available options described below. I'm not an investment counselor, nor am I offering any investment advice, but here is a brief explanation and introduction to each of...

Are you currently looking for Krugerrands for sale so that you can begin a brand new coin collection? Do you really know what to look for in Krugerrands for sale? As a neophyte coin investor, how can you be confident that you are getting a genuine Krugerrand? There are a number of ways to identify a Krugerrand and to ensure its authenticity. You can protect yourself by checking out coin sellers and knowing what to look for. When you are searching for Krugerrands for sale, you will want to give serious thought about who you shop with or where you shop. There are two primary methods for getting quality Krugerrands for sale: you can work with a local coin dealer or you can use a coin seller's services...

Stuck indoors because of the rain or it's just to plain too HOT or cold outside? Turn up the fun with these easy to do activities for the family. -Get a book about Braille, write your name or a secret message in Braille with a pin & paper. -Go to the library and get a book of "codes" for kids. Write secret messages. -Create an imaginary trip Where would you go? what do? Make a passport. Design a map, travel tickets, a trip itinerary Find pictures on the internet of your destination. -Cut out magazine pictures. Make a collage, or for younger ones, a counting, color or ABC book. Older kids can design a "dream home" or "things I love" page. -Line up dominoes in a pattern / tumble them. -Do you have...

Coin shops are a must go for anybody interested in coin collection. They are one stop points that will offer you a wide variety of coins that you may want to buy for your collection at a go. They also give you good quality coins that you may not get elsewhere. The coins are put in display either for personal or for business purposes. To be sure that you are in the right track as far as your coin collection is concerned, you might want to consider asking the experts in the coin shop to see what your collection is like and advise you accordingly. This is because the people in these shops have a wide knowledge about coins. Do not be surprised to find that some of them are also coin collectors just like...

Old coins may be collected from many different countries and they therefore come in many shapes and sizes. They also come in different ages and for that reason, many lose their identification marks, for example, the country of origin and year of minting. For this reason, it is advisable to store your coins in protective coin folder until you can get enough information about the types of coins that you have in your possession. Since it is not always a down-hill task to find the type of information that one is looking for, having an idea of where to look for the information from is always a necessary initial step to begin with. You will need to know the country of origin and the date of minting. The...

Buying coins for investment purposes can be a thrilling venture to undertake, especially when you consider the many factors that go into the increasing value and worth of certain specimens. Some of these that bear mentioning are; mintage (how many, or few, were stuck in the mint), rarity (how few there are as a result of limited mintage, loss by shipwreck, destruction through government recall and melting down, etc.), lack of circulation (such as with "proofs"), and minting anomalies, such as "double-dieing", inverse striking, and others. All these factors and more can add to the value and worth of coins, which in turn adds to the fun and fascination of buying coins for investment. There are also...

It is very easy to start collecting coins as a hobby. But you do not just look for these items in auction sites or in your local hobby shop. You need to learn about this hobby first by visiting websites, participating in forums and reading books regarding numismatics (the study of coin collection). Armed with the right knowledge, you should be able to start with a good collection without being scammed. Starting With What You Have The best way to start a collection is simply to look at what you have you have in your pocket. You do not need to start with something very expensive. It is enough to start with the circulated coins. Purchase a rack where you can safely place these items. Get as many as you...

Most experts agree that actual physical gold belongs in the ideal portfolio. Because there is a limited amount of gold, which is all accounted for in various banks, its value remains high. Back in 2009, the biggest banks in the world, central banks, began buying gold again in massive quantities. In fact, the Indian Central Bank bought 200 tons of gold in ONE month! But how should you invest in gold? Well, what about bullion coins? They are mass produced and have little value to collectors. While you can get other metals as bullion coins too, gold coins are still the most popular. These coins are minted in several countries, and come in various sizes, measured in ounces. Another way of investing in...

Numis Network | I came across an interesting proposition the other day for a network marketing opportunity called Numis Network. It was established by Ian Cordell, Chris Kent, and Jake Kevorkian. Having a combined experience of over 20 years of knowledge in both direct selling and network marketing industry -- something that is quite uncommon in this industry, they introduced the numismatic coin industry to the concept of network marketing business model. Along with Mike Mezack, a noted authority in the sale of graded silver and gold coins, the four partners launched the Numis Network in August of 2009. Through my research into the numismatic coin MLM business, I have noticed something that is...

When finding a rare coins dealer offering Roman gold coins for sale, check the dealer's credentials. Are they regulated by any official groups or societies? Who does their authentication? Are they a member of the American Numismatics Association, or the Industry Council for Tangible Assets? Are they in good standing with the Better Business Bureau? These are among the more important things to consider when finding a company who deals with the sale of gold coins, Roman or otherwise, for your collecting hobby or investment needs. A coin collector, particularly a collector of coins minted of silver or gold, is looking for a sound investment. Gold and silver can be appraised fairly simply, as far as the...

While the Morgan dollar coin may be considered a foreign object by today's young people raised on digital cash, Morgan silver dollar coins were viewed as an excellent form of portable value when they appeared in the 1900s. In the present day and age, Morgan dollar coin allows a person to actually hold a heavy, large piece of American economic history in his or her hand, which creates a somewhat interesting value for the coin. The value of a Morgan dollar coin is hard for a lot of young people to imagine in this day and age because most financial exchanges are now electronic. However, at one point in American history Morgan silver dollar coins represented a huge growth in the economy, and defined...

The use of coins dates back to ancient times, and they have been with humanity ever since. Coins stayed in usage even after the world adopted paper money. Coins offer a sense of permanence and history that bills lack. This is especially true of the gold coin. Coins of any material that are kept safe for a long time tend to increase in worth. Many coins no longer in circulation are of great interest to coin collectors. Also called numismatists, these collectors love old and rare coins. Gold coins are especially popular. This is because the gold coin has a high collection value, and an even higher market value. They can be worth hundreds of dollars. Certain rare coins can be worth thousands...

For coin collectors all over the world, one of the most fantastic unearths that will ever be obtained in the market today are old rare Chinese silver coins. For one thing, you don't usually find rare Chinese coins from different dynasties in the local Chinese markets without wondering or suspecting if all the merchant's hordes are mere copies or fakes of the real thing. It is also awfully rare to be in a position to obtain ancient Chinese silver coins for modest prices. So, be aware that if you are into the coin picking up business and want to have some of China's old and rare silver coins, you are most likely going to shell out lots of cash just to get them. What you'll be benefiting from these...

Why bother with American Eagle Silver Coins? They are not that old -- they were only minted starting in 1987. So what is it that makes them valuable? Before we go too much further, however, we need to make a distinction in valuation between what is important to a numismatist or coin collector from that which is regarded by a commodity investor. The numismatist would undoubtedly be more interested in the historical significance of a coin, when and how it was created and for what purpose or in whose honor (the story). He or she would be particularly keen on the rarity of the coin. On the other hand, the commodity investor would be more intent on turning a profit from a change in value of the coin(s...

In 1879 the only known specimen of the official metallic coinage of the Confederate States of America was discovered. This silver coin was one of four Confederate Half Dollars known to exist. Very few American coins today can be said to spark as much interest by coin collectors as this very rare half dollar, with its United States Seated Liberty obverse and unique Confederate States reverse design. The story of its finding in 1879 began with a newspaper article written by E. Mason of Philadelphia about coin collecting. A few days later he received news from B.F. Taylor, MD then secretary and treasurer of the Louisiana State Board of Health that he had one 1861 Confederate Half Dollar and the...

American Eagle value in American coins is something on the minds of many numismatics (those who collect coins for investment purposes or for a hobby) as there is a lot of historic value attached to these fine pieces of coinage. Just think of all that the American Eagle symbolizes for our country and you can understand the value it tends to lend to American coins. Also, there are many different depictions of eagles in various stances, whether in flight, wings outstretched, in mid-wingbeat, folded at rest while the eagle is perched, and what the eagle may be carrying. American Eagle images add value to coins from their meaning... take for instance the Peace silver dollar - in the reverse is an...

For a world coins price guide to be of any use, it needs to be constantly up to date. Of course, it should be obvious that one simply should just acquire a world coins price guide at one given single time and expect data such as price, worth, value increases and so on to remain the same as time continues to stroll on by. Such information needs to be constantly updated, so any such a guide you might consider relying on should be issued at least monthly - whether in print or online. It should well be noted that the value of world coins but not necessarily only increase. There are some instances when a nations economy can plummet, decreasing the value of their coinage considerably, and this is just...

Before establishing a correct definition of the South African mini krugerrand, it is helpful to understand the history behind this coin and why it has become so amazingly popular among collectors. But first, before you invest in a full one-ounce krugerrand or a mini krugerrand, beware of hoaxes! It is untrue that the Shroud of Turin - believed by some to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ, contains images of coins over the body's eyes that appear amazingly similar to mini krugerrands! Also, there is no such thing as a silver krugerrand; check your facts with a reputable coin dealer before investing in any type of coin collecting. Briefly, the South African krugerrand was the first one troy ounce...

Vacations and holidays are times when parents get frustrated because their children pester them because of boredom. There are a variety of activities you can get your children enrolled in so that they learn something worthwhile and also are happy doing the same. A) Martial Arts- You can enroll your children in Karate, Judo, Kung Fu or Taekwondo classes. Martial arts help to improve the health, flexibility, alertness and help to develop a person overall. Your child will be fit for life, think about it. And no one will dare to touch him or her. B) Arts & Crafts- There are a variety of arts and crafts your child can learn.Many children love creative things. In fact, some have an inborn artistic...