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Coin Collecting FAQThis FAQ addresses a few of the most commonly asked questions about coin collecting. It is intended only as an introduction to the hobby. Years of research and even entire careers have been devoted to in depth study of specialized topics, and many detailed reference works have been published. While some of the material is applicable to other numismatic collectibles, the emphasis here is on coins. In some cases, more complete information is provided for U.S. coins.
Paper Money Collecting FAQThe paper money collecting hobby has been very well established for decades and there are many thousands of collectors worldwide. Some people focus on specific countries of interest and even specific time periods in specific countries. Often interest in paper money follows an interest in the general history as well. Some collectors focus on things ranging from notes with portraits of Queen Elizabeth to notes with pictures of boats to notes with specific serial numbers (all the same digit or very low serial numbers)...
Bang, Bang, Bang!by Jim Romeo
An Inveterate Collector Speaks About A Category Of Collecting From The Baby Boom Generation - Cap Guns
Not all gun shows pose a threat to society. Rudy D'Angelo knows that all too well. He's an inveterate collector of cap guns and the author of the recent Television's Cowboys, Gunfighters And Cap Pistols , published by Antique Trader Books. We spoke to Rudy to learn the inside track that only a savvy collector can give. Here's what we found…
RESEARCHING YOUR COLLECTIBLESby Jim Romeo
10 PLACES TO FIND THE MISSING PIECE TO THE PUZZLE
Did you recently find a relic, or valuable that you'd like to know what it is, or what the history behind it is? Perhaps, you'd like to know what it's worth? Could it be related to local history? Treasure hunting often brings us to some of the most unusual puzzles in local history. One of the most valuable traits of a treasure hunter is their ability to follow through on their finds to fully understand what they are and what they're worth - be it monetary value or sentimental and historical value. In order to do this, one needs…
The Economies Of (Old) Scalesby Jim Romeo
Collecting Antique Scales For Fun And Profit
"It is made of solid brass and in perfect condition. It belonged to my dad as long as I can remember (of course, I'm only 75) and he and his old (er) bachelor brother used it to keep unscrupulous grain buyers half way Honest. Happy Bidding! No Reserve." That's what you'd read if you clicked on one of the recent offerings at an eBay auction...
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