| So you can't wait to start collecting coins. Welcome to | | | | magazines to repay them for the help. Just talking to |
| a fantastic hobby that will last your lifetime. Something | | | | the people at a coin shop can really assist the |
| you can pass on to your children and grandchildren. | | | | beginner. |
| Don't Panic. It is a very simple hobby to begin. And will | | | | Now that you have done some homework, it is time to |
| be a lifelong adventure as you grow your coin | | | | choose what you want to collect. You can have |
| collection over the years. The thrill of a great find is | | | | general collection but you will get much better results if |
| absolutely terrific. | | | | you specialize in one area at a time. |
| First off; go and visit the library. Pick up some of the | | | | Follow what interests you. Learn everything you can |
| standard reference books on coins. Some examples | | | | about your specialty. You can collect coins from a |
| are: | | | | country or time period, or themes, like animals, airplanes |
| A Guide Book of United States Coins 2006: The | | | | or states. Silver dollars are popular as well as $100 |
| Official Red Book by R. S. Yeoman, Kenneth Bressett | | | | gold coins, tokens, bi-metallic coins. You can collect |
| The New York Times Guide to Coin Collecting : Do's, | | | | coins with flowers on them or coins with a specific |
| Don'ts, Facts, Myths, and a Wealth of History by Scott | | | | person. The possibilities are endless. Collect gold rush |
| Travers (Foreword), Ed Reiter | | | | coins or commeratives like the olympics. |
| The Official Blackbook Price Guide to U.S. Coins 2005, | | | | You can also collect coins for specific years like the |
| 43rd Edition (Official Blackbook Price Guide to United | | | | birth of a child or a graduation year. |
| States Coins) by Thomas E. Jr Hudgeons | | | | Study at your own pace and you will have more and |
| Read them thoroughly along with as many other coin | | | | more fun as your knowledge of coins grows. Once |
| collecting books you can find. You will find a wealth of | | | | you learn what to look for, how to spot quality coins at |
| knowledge and ideas. There is no need to guess with | | | | bargain prices, how to speak coin, and bargaining for |
| so much information available. | | | | coins it is a great hobby for all. Getting a big "find" is |
| Next search for and join some clubs and organizations. | | | | one of the thrills that keep coin collecting interesting. |
| Stop by a local coin dealer to get the best | | | | Get out there do a little research and have fun as you |
| recommendations. Become a member and buy some | | | | build a coin collection that others will admire. |