This document is a beginner’s guide to collecting coins, emphasizing that the hobby is accessible to everyone regardless of income. It offers tips for starting, including selecting coins that interest you, beginning small with easy-to-collect sets, and ensuring proper handling and storage to maintain coin value. Additionally, it recommends joining a coin club for education and to avoid counterfeit coins.

1. A Beginner’s Guide To Collecting Coins
Collecting coins is both fascinating and rewarding. But a lot of people have the idea that this
hobby is only for the rich. You’d be surprised to know that there are tons of collectors out there
of different income groups, nationalities, genders, and age. Here are some tips to get you
started.
The first tip is to go with what you like. Begin with coins or series of coins that truly interest
you: whether it’s the history behind it, the design, or where it came from. Most new collectors
begin with world coins, which is a great starting place.
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Every coin collector should start small. Keep it simple and ease yourself into the hobby before
spending tons of money on big purchases. Begin with coin sets that are known to be easy to put
together, like Lincoln pennies. With this comes lots of research on their history, how to grade
them, and the pricing.
Handle and store your coins properly. Don’t be lulled into thinking that since they are made
of metal, you can just leave them lying around or stored in some drawer. Coin surfaces are very
delicate and can be easily damaged. Remember that proper handling and storage techniques
will add value to your coins. That’s why we have the “mint condition” expression.

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Lastly, become a member of a coin club. This is the single best way to learn new things, fuel
your passion for coins, and avoid fakes and rip-offs. There are many such clubs all over the U.S.,
and a quite internet search will bring you to the American Numismatic Association (ANA), the
largest organization for numismatic education in the country.
Sadigh Gallery is a family-owned ancient art gallery based in New York City. All antiquities being
sold here are guaranteed authentic and comes with a Lifetime Certificate of Authenticity. For
more on the gallery’s offerings, visit this website.
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