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Hi everyone, My name is Ken. I am 42 and a first time collector. I have been interested in coins for many years but have only now in this phase of my life really had the time to begin my education on the topic. There is naturally a lot to learn and it is somewhat overwhelming knowing where to begin. With that, I have started my education on three fronts based on coins from my youth (an 1898 silver dollar), a Buffalo nickel, and, well, State Quarters. So I bought myself one of those State Quarter folders that holds the State Quarters for each mint and the territorial quarters. And now just reading when I have time. I used to collect baseball cards in my youth and remain an avid poker and chess player now as I raise my family. Anyway, I wanted to say hi, introduce myself, and to thank everyone in advance as I ask about a billion questions over the next things. thanks Ken |
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Pillar of the Community
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Welcome, enjoy yourself here and don't go all-in too quickly. If you want to make consistently good moves then do your research.  Also let me recommend the Tennison Gambit in blitz... I love that line :) |
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Pillar of the Community
United Kingdom
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The madhouse of coin collecting is a great place to be. There are many knowledgeable coinies here and on a few other forums. Enjoy  |
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to the Community! |
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To CCF. If you want to learn about coins then your in the right place. State Quarters will keep your mind busy for quite some time, but you need to get into some older and more historical coins. early Lincolns , buffaloes , Mercury dimes etc. have fun and ask questions.  |
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to CCF -----Burton 50+ year / Life / Emeritus ANA member (joined 12/1/1973) Life member: Numismatics International, CONECA Member: TNA, FtWCC, NETCC, EveryCountry (online) coin club Owned by three cats and a wife of 40+ years (joined 1983) Author: 3rd Edition of the Sample Slabs book, https://www.sampleslabs.info/ |
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Welcome!After I got back into the hobby after about a decade off, this forum was fantastic to refresh my knowledge and to get good ideas on what to collect next! |
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Pillar of the Community
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Welcome to the world of numismatics! I would highly recommend purchasing a copy of the Red Book. Although the listed values can run a bit high, it contains a huge amount of information regarding US coins. I would suggest focusing on one series to start, such as Buffalo (Indian Head) nickels or Mercury (Winged Liberty Head) dimes. Morgan dollars, such as your 1898, are great, but there are some pricey dates, like 1893-S and 1889-CC. Have fun, and make sure you spend some time on CCF to learn about whatever interests you. |
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Pillar of the Community
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Welcome indeed!
Lots of fascinating learning to be had in both the Morgan and Buffalo series. Many ways to collect them. Some go for a year set, other brave and deep pocked go for a full run of dates and mint marks (good luck with that!) Some have lots of fun cherrypicking varieties in both of these, such as repunched dates and mint marks. The Buffaloes are often encouraged for someone starting out because much of the set is rather affordable and pricing is more stable (whereas most Morgan values are closely correlated to silver prices). Best of luck and don't hesitate to ask questions as you research things.
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to the CCF! |
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I would also suggest trying Franklin half dollars (1948-63). There are no key dates, so most coins had be had in MS for under $20. |
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to the CCF! |
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to CCF! |
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