Coin Grading

Every metal detectorist dreams of the big find. While most hunts yield clad coins and pull tabs, the hobby has produced some truly incredible discoveries—from...

You just dug up an old coin—now what? Identifying coins found metal detecting is part science, part detective work. That crusty disc covered in dirt...

The Garrett AT Pro has been the go-to metal detector for coin hunters since 2010. But in 2025, with multi-frequency machines like the Minelab Equinox...

Finding old coins is one of the most rewarding aspects of metal detecting. Whether you’re hunting wheat pennies in local parks, searching for silver at...

Online Purchasing Coin collecting offers history, art, and investment potential. Knowledge builds valuable collections over time. Collecting Tips Buy the book before the coin. Focus...

Coin Shows Tips Coin collecting offers history, art, and investment potential. Knowledge builds valuable collections over time. Collecting Tips Buy the book before the coin....

Introduction to Coin Collecting Coin collecting, known as numismatics, is one of the oldest hobbies in the world. From ancient civilizations to modern times, people...

Several major coin shows have been added to the 2026 calendar. Mark your calendars for these upcoming events.

A new mint error variety was discovered on recent quarters. Check your pocket change for this variety.

A rare 1794 dollar sold for record prices at Heritage Auctions last week. The final hammer price exceeded expectations.