Latest Attempt At Photographing A Coin?

That's a decent color rendition, which is usually the greatest challenge when starting photographing coins.

Just a couple of tips as you progress: Shoot the coin at a 90 degree angle (straight on) to reduce peripheral distortions and re-size the shot to at least 800x800 pixels or larger so the details show. Good start!

I have found that the best way for me to photograph coins (or medals and insignia since I collect military antiques too) is to have it on a tripod. That is the key. I used to get frustrated when my pics were a little blurry. Plus, the small movement that occurs when you press the shutter button isn't a factor anymore now that I put it on a two second delay. My hands are off the camera when the photo is taken.

I got a 12.1 megapixel camera about six months ago and I've found out that I can get some amazing detail with that now too.

Here is a quick pic I took on the tripod.

Mike