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New Member
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Hi everyone, I had spare time for a few days after college and I am that kind of guy who can't be idle. Have to do something or the other or I get mind f'ed. Today was the first day I started collecting and looking for old coins. It's kind of fascinating to find old coins which are in good shape. Up until now I observed old dated dimes o be the easiest to find. Found 1962 dime, 1965, 1969 among the oldest one's. 1976 Quarter the oldest one, silver colored, 1960's cent and a 1960's nickel :). I had a question, how do I store them? Does Walmart have any coin albums where I can store them? Happy hunting every one, any kind of info/advice is always welcome :)  |
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Valued Member
United States
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 tp the forum and hobby! If you start searching boxes and rolls of nickels you will find some coins a lot older than 1960. I suggest that if you are really serious about collecting to look at getting some Dansco albums to store you collection. Good luck and welcome Edited by bbradford71
02/13/2012 6:24 pm
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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And depending on where you live, you might find certain brands of Albums for your coins are more common than others. I use mostly Whitman brand. By me Walmart, Kmart, Sears, Target, do not carry any coin supplies at all. However, might be due to so many hobby stores in the area. You should look into buying a thing called the Red Book. However, the latest version of that coin book will be being issued in April. Try looking up coin shows in your area. great place to find coins and coin supplies. |
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Valued Member
United States
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Congrats on the silver dime and welcome to coin collecting!
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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If you plan on collecting circulated coins, I would use folders. I got mine at Hobby Lobby, but you can get them online at http://www.whitman.com . They are $4 each. However, if you plan on being in the hobby for the long haul, then I would suggest the albums, such as Dansco brand. |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Welcome!
I would suggest going to your nearest coin dealer. I know mine GIVES the blue albums away because he has so many, they aren't even selling at $1.00. Typically, they will have some of the cooler, older albums, too. Befriend a good dealer, and they will teach you everything you need to know. Just be sure to spend some money; a dealer's best friend will always be a customer.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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OH! The days when a Whitman Folder could be had for thirty-five cents.
In a pinch, a bit of plastic wrap can be used. "Saran Wrap" or whatever.
A "baggie" for a bunch of pennies.
If you got a coin from circulation the choices are many.
The old fashioned two by two cardboard holder is cheap.
A plastic coin-flip will also do.
Both available from any coin dealer.
Just do not clean anything, please ...
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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OH YES!
Drsandman2 has the best advice:
"Befriend a dealer."
He will be your best source for suggestions.
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Valued Member
United States
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 Witamy! Welcom! Uhhh...its ice cream and movie time here but you might try Barnes and Noble or one of those chain book stores , I got a folder there once! Also, if you buy a 2013 Red Book (retail values...that is what you will pay for a coin, Blue is what the dealer will pay YOU for a coin you sell to HIM or HER)..... there is a coupon in the back for some of the newer quarters coming out...at least in my 2012 there is...better get it from the library before April when it expires! I would suggest nickels....they are easy to collect! And look at Coinstar machine reject slots, shelfs and baskets...found a BU 1945 Canadian nickel there! |
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Valued Member
United States
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Congrats on the silver dime. Careful though--this thing will grab ahold of you and not let go!
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New Member
 United States
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Thank you so much for the warm warm welcome...
Feels great :)
I have noted down all your advice, and will keep everything in mind.
Thanks again
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Welcome to the forum and the hobby!
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Local coin clubs are a great place to meet "special" people.
Welcome!
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Valued Member
United States
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If you want to see tons and tons and tons of coins in one room , go to a coin show...ALSO a great place to find odd coin books! Like the Polish Coins book I found...for a Dollar!
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Newmismatist: Careful though--this thing will grab a hold of you and not let go!
I would have to agree with that friendly warning. Once you are 'hooked,' it is like 'crack on steroids!' Of-course, I have NO idea what crack is like... this is just how I imagine the effect.  |
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Posted 02/13/2012 6:26 pm
