Coin grading secrets every collector should know Coin grading isn’t just a technicality—it’s the language of trust and value in numismatics. From the Sheldon 70-point scale to authentication methods, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Walking into a coin shop for the first time can feel intimidating. The terminology sounds foreign, the grading systems seem complex, and the sheer variety of options can overwhelm anyone ...

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 ...