Baby Boomer Pocket Change » mint sets

What is a Circulated, Uncirculated, and Proof Coin?

admin — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:02:18 +0000

If you are like me these terms were so foreign. But you must know them before you buy from a dealer, Ebay or the USMint. So, the USMint has a really cool page, one of many, that educates children about coins.

Ok, I know most of you reading this are not children. But, last year when I got into learning about coins I needed “children talk.” So, check out this really cool article explaining proof. circulated and uncirculated coins. Have fun!

Two Coins Already Unavailable in the US Mint

admin — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 04:11:33 +0000

There are two coins that are unavailable in the USMint. This should mean that the value will rise if you have them. Read this blog post about the two coins and all t he comments.

Are Mint Sets Good Investments?

admin — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 02:05:02 +0000

As I continue to dig deeper into my theraputic and insightful journey into coin collecting I am in awe of the super great experts in the field. One of them, Susan Headley, I will often post information from her blog.

I have recently gotten excited about the cool mint sets. Not only do they make great gifts but they can be good investments. Now this article does not cover every mint set ever made but it gives you some good wise advice. You could also start reading books like, United States Proof Sets and Mint Sets, 1936-2002. This is another way to learn more about mint sets.

Now, take a few minutes to read this information post by Ms. Headley on ways to decide which mint sets are a good investment.