Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmOver the course of history, there have been numerous succession of banks to be the sole issuers of the country’s official coins. Because of the merging of different places into independent states, the authorities or the government of each have decided to choose primary banks which were allowed to release their official coin denominations. Examples of these events in Canada trace way back in 1841, when Upper and Lower Canada merged to form what is now the Country of Canada. The Bank of Montreal was then chosen to be the only one…
Reasons to Start Collecting Coins as a Hobby
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmAre you looking for something fun to do as a hobby? Why not consider coin collecting? Collecting coins is a fun thing to do because of the many things you get from it, some of these include learning about history or even making money out of it. A Profitable Hobby Coin values may increase over time because of factors such as rarity, supply and demand, historical significance and errors on them. If you have a collection, you can sell the coins or trade with other collectors. This may be a profitable hobby, if you…
How to Start a Commemorative Coin Collection
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmAre you looking for a fun hobby to start? Coin collecting is a fun thing to do, whether you do it on your own or you do it with friends or family. Each minted coin has its own story, from establishing independence to a symbol of a country. Commemorative coins are a nice addition to any coin collection, because of the stories they tell and the value they bring. This type of coin was specifically made to commemorate a person, place, thing or animal. When you plan to start collecting commemorative coins,…
How to Preserve the Value of Coin
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmCoin collecting is not only a fun hobby, but it may also be a lucrative one. There is a market out there for a coin collection that has certain coins which are rare, old and have distinct errors on them. When you collect coins with selling or trading them, preserving their condition or even improving their value is a must. Certain ways will help you preserve or even boost the value of your collection. Proper Storage When you want to preserve the value of your coin collection, it is important to put the coins in…
How a Coin Collecting Book Can Save you Beginner Troubles
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmKnowledge is power. Starting something that is unknown to you brings with it amateur blunders and mistakes that can cost you time and effort. In coin collecting, these mistakes could make or break your first collection, or even your interest in the subject. Most beginners in coin collecting assume that they can easily recover from their mistakes. However, unlike other hobbies and professions, coin collecting deals with rather delicate things, especially if you are into collecting rare and old coins. One small wrong move, such as a greasy finger touching the surface…
Fun Hobbies to Start with Your Kids
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmChildren learn new things and absorb information quickly; their innate curiosity enables them to discover the world around them. One of the ways to harness this is to start a hobby with them. Instead of letting your child use their mobile devices throughout the day, hobbies such as having their own coin collection, team sports, arts or cooking will teach him or her lessons and may develop some of their hidden talents and skills. Coin Collecting A coin collection contains a piece of history which your child can learn from. Coins from the…
Factors that Affect the Value of Coins
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmAre you a coin collector or planning to start your collection? You need to know certain things to allow you to maintain the value of your coin collection. The simple act of touching a coin’s surface with your hand may reduce its value. Knowing what factors affect the value of your coins will allow you to take preventive methods and avoid practices that reduce their worth. Age Most beginners think that the older their coin is, the more valuable it is. However, coin collecting is not just about who has the oldest coins…
Different Kinds of Coin Collectors
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmCoin collecting covers a very broad range of coins. Since there are various types of coins out there, collectors choose to specialize on a specific set. Because of this specialization in coin collecting, coin collectors differ from one another and develop habits when it comes to collecting that are unique to those of other collectors. Are you a coin collector? If so, do you know which category you belong to? Here are the kinds of coin collectors to help you discover which group of peers you fall into. Type Collectors These collectors are…
Bullion 101: Everything You Need to Know About Bullion Coins
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmYou may have heard the word bullion a thousand times, but still aren’t sure what it really means. What is a bullion coin? Bullion means your gold or silver bars, as well as coins have at least 95% purity of precious metal content. Bullion coins, however, have the benchmark of at least 90% purity and have less value compared to the gold and silver bars. Even so, bullion coins have been a reliable form of investment since they were first issued. Gold has been used as superior form of commodity since ancient…
Why is it important to find a Bullion DNA dealer?
Last updated on May 2nd, 2024 at 03:37 pmIf you are a collector of gold and silver, you may have been burned in the past. Gold and silver coins can be a great way to invest your hard earned money but you can also be swindled by dealing with shady gold and silver dealers. When it comes bullion coin purchases, one can benefit from working with a Kitchener bullion dealer who is certified by the Royal Canadian Mint. The Royal Canadian Mint actually has a program where dealers can become certified to authenticate their gold and silver maple leaf bullion coins….
