Collecting Stamps/Coins

Collecting Stamps and Coins is one of the most popular hobbies for men, women and children of all ages. Here you will find information for beginner stamp collectors, or how to create first day covers. Learn how to detect counterfeit coins or note the rare coins in your change purse, like the American war time nickle.

Enjoy these pastimes by learning the histories of old postage stamps and coins from around the world.

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How Coins Are Made at the United States Mint

Knowing the process of how coins are made at the United States Mint helps collectors better understand value, grading, and minting varieties of coins.

Apr 5, 2012 – Jenny Kile

Talk of Extra Islands on 2008 Hawaii State Quarters

Reporting the detection of two extra islands on Hawaii's State Quarter, the April 3, 2012 issue of the Numismatic News announced a possible new error coin.

Mar 29, 2012 – Jenny Kile

State Quarters Continued in 2001 With the Issue Honoring New York

Continuing the 50 State Quarters Program in 2001, the U.S. Mint issued the New York State Quarter featuring the Statue of Liberty, along with four others.

Mar 16, 2012 – Jenny Kile

U.S. Postal New River Gorge Bridge Priority Mail Stamp

In 2008, Dan Cosgrove began illustrating high-value U.S. postage stamps. His priority mail stamp for 2010 features the New River Gorge Bridge.

Mar 3, 2012 – Tim Rich

The Five State Quarters of the Year 2000

The year 2000 brought another set of five State Quarters into America's coinage for coin collectors to continue their searches through pocket change.

Mar 3, 2012 – Jenny Kile

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