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Hi to anyone reading this. last week I found a 1945 silver dime and decided I wanted to start coin collecting/selling. ive been watching videos of people searching dollar bills for star marks and so on.
first I would like to know what would be the best way to start/what to look for as a new person to this. like wheat pennys or dollar bills.(doesn't have to be either of these just examples) I just want to do everything but dont know what or even how to really start. and tips or advice is much appreciated!
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From one wicked pissah to another, welcome Believe89!
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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  The great thing about collecting coins (or anything else) is that you do so because of interest and entertainment. It's hard to make a wrong decision when you look at it that way. Maybe Roosevelt dimes to get you started.  I like cents and nickels and am working my way backwards. That said, I have a bit of everything I've collected over the years. Just waiting until I pick that denomination/genre once I'm 'done' with the others. PS - you're never done. Always a way to upgrade or expand within a segment. Divide it, multiply it any way you choose. Good luck! |
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to the CCF! |
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to CCF!! I hope you enjoy collecting!  |
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Hi and welcome! |
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coin roll hunting cents will yield the most results. Give it about half a year and $500, and you will probably find a key date/variety.
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welcome to CCF . If you really want to start collecting coins then your in the right place. however the first thing you must learn is proper terminology. It's called a Lincoln Cent ,not a penny . Unless you want to collect UK Coins. there are many coins you can start with. As I mentioned the Lincoln Cent offers many challenges, 1909-present date. This is just my opinion but try to stay away from the new stuff coming out of the U.S.Mint. it will only drain your wallet and they have no history behind them. most of my coins date from 1818-1955 in a nice good to choice AU+ condition. and the pride I get when ever I look at them is unreal .Collect what interests you, and enjoy the hobby. don't worry about selling right now ,that can come later down the line. |
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Yeah, you can start small and easy. Just looking for stuff from rolls you get at the bank. But starting with a little education doesn't hurt either. I like the Coin Collectors Survival Manual by Scott Travers. Also Whitman Publishing has a variety of great books on several different kinds of coins which are easy to read and rather inexpensive. Just type in the name: whitmanpublishing.com and you'll find them. They are super nice there too. And also.. |
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Well you have been given some good advice thus far but I would suggest doing some homework on whatever coins that interest you. You will only get out of your collection what you put in it (time, money, etc.). Are you doing it for profit, personal satisfaction and love of coins and their history, leaving something for your heirs etc! You've come to the right place because all of the above are here and many people are willing to help you understand many aspects of collecting. Remember Ask and Ye Shall Learn! Welcome to CCF.
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just got home from work and read all the posts! great feed back. I'm not interested in selling like right this moment cause I am only a noob :( I have a son who I will adventually end up giving. I was in need of a hobbie and whats a better one than actually money? haha I love it. I ended up picking up 25$ worth of pennys. just to get started found about 20 wheat pennys . I'm still learning on what to look for when looking but I thought it was a nice start!
happy picking everyone :)
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New Member
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would anyone have a website or a good video on what to look for on one dollar bills? ive seen a few videos but doesn't really get into what exactly am I looking for and when I type anything into google I can pretty much ebay . thanks in advance! |
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Posted 01/01/2016 10:54 pm
