Coin grading is the process by which a certified numismatist determines the grade, or physical condition, of an existing coin. Once the grade is determined, the value of the coin can then be ...

Though some coins are more valuable than others, graded coins tend to fetch the most when it comes time for resale. But what is a graded coin? Who does the grading and how can you have coins in your ...

Got spare change lying around? You might want to check for a quarter from 1999 that could be sold for thousands at an auction. Minting errors make the coin extremely valuable because of its rarity and ...

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - A Grand Rapids-based inventor has developed a first-of-its-kind device designed to transform how collectors grade and value their coins. The OCS200, created by Richard Colonna of ...

Errors increase the value of collectibles because a limited number go into circulation before it is spotted and corrected. This Georgia quarter is a big one.

Here's what one expert looks for when scouting for rare and valuable coins. Keep your eyes peeled -- you might just have some ...

Several respected hobbyists are calling for changes in the terms used to grade rare coins in an attempt to simplify collecting. The current terminology ”has caused ill will between thousands of people ...

Harrison Alley is a fiction writer, fantasy and sci-fi aficionado, founder of Fiction Lit, and an avid collector of rare coins. His passion for numismatics rivals his love of literature, and he calls ...

Q. We need to determine the value of a modest collection of coins from my mother's estate. How significant is an appraiser's membership in the ANA? —A.C., Shrewsbury, N.J. A. A dealer's or appraiser's ...

Coins are one of the most exceptional items in the world of collecting. With various ways to collect coins, the possibilities seem endless. Though some coins are more valuable than others, graded ...