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Boy Scout Coin

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collectible coinFormer and current boy and girl scouts will probably already know that the Boy Scouts of America recently celebrated its hundredth anniversary, making it America’s oldest youth organization. To celebrate, the Patriotic Mint is releasing a commemorative silver dollar collectible coin. It weighs 26.73 grams and is composed of 90% silver. This coin’s large size makes it ideal for display on a mantle or wall and a great addition to any collection.

The coin features 3 scouts, 2 boys and 1 girl, of various ages saluting on one side. They are wearing traditional scouting uniforms. On the reverse it features the American eagle imposed over the fleur de lis, the symbol of the Boy Scouts and youth scouting organization worldwide. This coin makes a great gift to any former or current scouts and is just a great piece of Americana.

The boy and girl scouts of America have remained largely unchanged in the public imagination since their inception. They are still synonymous with independence, leadership, and helping the community. They are still an intricate part of the fiber of America and this coin celebrates that. Is there anything more American than seeing a troupe of smiling scouts walking down the street? Order your collectible coin today because the 150th anniversary will be here before you know!

Learning From Coin Collecting

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coin collectingCoin collecting is such a popular hobby because it appeals to so many interests. People collect coins to learn about the nations and civilizations that used them. Other people collect coins strictly for their aesthetic values and rare or interesting metals. Still others collect coins simply because they like the hobby of collecting and organizing things. Regardless of why someone chooses to collect coins they will defiantly learn a lot.

Generally speaking, for a young person, coin collecting engenders helpful skills. Staying organized, having a goal and meeting it, doing research and being wise with your capital. These are all things that coin collecting stresses. It is certainly better than being in front of the TV all day.

Each coin is a tiny lesson unto itself. When and where was it produced? Under what economic conditions? What metals were used? They does it have a given design on it and so forth. Each coin is a mystery for the eager young mind to solve. Coin collecting boosts concentration and problem solving skills, great assets to have for getting ahead.

Getting someone started is as easy as buying them a few coin sets that are in line with their current interests. If they are an artists try to start then with some colored coins. If they are into US history there are a number of fascinating quarters and half dollars. You will be so proud when you see how much their collection has grown since you last some them.

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The End of Coins?

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collectible coinsLast week we discussed the potential implications of ending the minting of pennies. Canada is slated to print it’s lasts run of pennies this year. Maybe the US will follow soon after? Make sure to stock up on collectible coins, namely pennies, just in case. But pennies are not the only coins at risk. Did you know it costs 11 cents to make a nickel? Some people are calling for a modernized currency system that is free of all coinage. Many fear inflation will render all coins worthless in the coming years.

Countries like Denmark and Sweden have already made plans to start phasing out all physical currency for electric systems. Collectors of coins may find that they are not only giving their fabulous collection to their grandchildren, they are also explaining to them what a coin is.

If this happens, and some argue that is not a matter of if but of when, it will surely change the world of coin collecting. Will more people take up the hobby with coins becoming scarce? Will others give it up because they fear it is irrelevant? It’s unclear but certain these recent decisions around the world are sure to impact the international community of coin collectors. Make sure to stock up on collectible coins today, who knows if coins will be around tomorrow?

The End of Pennies?

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coin setAmerican currency has not been modernized in almost 100 years! Many people are calling for the modernization of our currency. People are calling for bills featuring modern presidents, braille so the blind can read them, and better counterfeit protection. One unit of currency that may get cut, should America modernize its currency, is the penny.

Pennies are controversial because they cost more than 1 cent to make. They also are heavy and cost a lot to move. This problem effects the government, banks and large retailers.  Although millions of pennies are printed each year many get lost, so more costly pennies end up being printed. Some people suspect pennies are being smuggled abroad and melted down for their metals.

Canada is set to halt penny production this year pointing out high costs and a decline in the penny’s usefulness. The Canadian Government will be involved in a large scale program to take pennies out of circulation.

We could see the end of the penny as we know it in our lifetime. Although the penny is beloved and has great cultural cache, especially among the coin collecting set, that may not be enough to stop it from being relegated to history’s dust bin. You can write your local government to express opinions about the penny. You should also buy a penny coin set. Regardless of what happens to the penny, it’s a great addition to your collection. And who knows, you may find yourself explain what pennies are to your grandkids in 50 years!

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Rest for Collectible Coins

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coin collectingI remember when I was younger I used to love collecting coins.  Actually, it was my sister who got me into collecting.  The first things she ever collected were comic books and when she stopped collecting those she moved on to coin collecting.  She researched thoroughly – and these were the days when the internet was nowhere near as big as it is now – and bought books on the hobby.  And like how I got into comic collecting because of her, coins also became my obsession for a period of time.

I started out small at first, sifting through the random assortment of coins my parents would throw into jars we had scattered around the house.  I would look for brand new pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters and whatever coins were available.  If it “looked” new or shiny I made sure to keep it and store it in a clean place.  And when the U.S. Mint started pressing and distributing the State quarters I was all on that.  I loved how each State quarter had a unique design and they all looked so new!  There was something satisfying about handling one of these shiny new quarters and seeing something new with each new pressing of the state quarter.

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The Titanic is Turning 100

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collectable coinsThe Titanic is about to turn 100 years old! If you are excited, you are not the only one. James Cameron has rereleased his film Titanic in 3D. Julian Fellowes, creator of the hit historical drama Downton Abbey, is creating a miniseries that takes place aboard the famed ocean liner. To mark this once in a life time event the Patriotic Mint will be releasing a number of Titanic themed collectible coins.

With so much buzz the Titanic is arguably more popular now than it has ever been. When people reflect back they will remember the tragedy of the Titanic but they will also remember the hundred years of myth, lore, and legend that surrounded it. Pay homage to the mighty ship and its monumental historic impact with some colorized coins of the Titanic. One coin in the set features an English 50 Pence with a colorized image of the Titanic on the reverse (the ship departed from England). The second coin features a US Statehood Quarter with a colorized image of the Titanic on the obverse and New York (where it was bound for) on the reverse.

If you are looking for a gift for a coin collector, look no further than Titanic coins. These coins are not only beautiful they tell one of the most fascinating tales of the past century.

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Celebrate National Park Quarters

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national park quartersOur national parks are a reflection of the vast and varied beauty of our nation. From the Florida Everglades National Park to Red Rock National Park in Nevada, our parks represent how the terrains of the different regions of America have shaped its culture. The Northeast just wouldn’t be the Northeast without its fierce winter storms. Can you imagine Utah without the desert? We can thank FDR for signing national park legislation into law; he was an avid nature lover.

Any nature lover and coin collector is sure to enjoy national park quarters. These fine coins celebrate the natural beauty of our parks. These will hold special significance to anyone who has visited some of these breathtaking natural wonders.  These coins make great trip memorabilia and are great tools for teaching people about our parks. Each coin features a unique park with detailed images of its natural wonders. Learn about the history behind every park as well as the unique slice of nature it preserves; a treat for coin collectors and nature lovers alike.

To further increase your national park quarters collection look into colorized coin sets for specific parks. These are colored and feature 5 coins detailing different aspects of parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone.

Collectable Coin Deals

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colorized coinIf you are seeking to add some coins to your collection but are not looking to spend much, you need to check out The Patriotic Mint’s closeout section. It features a wide variety of collectable coins at rock bottom prices. No matter what kind of coin you are in the market for, you can find it the closeout section.

If you want to enliven your coin collection with a splash of color there are a large number of colorized coins in the closeout section. Why not purchase a colorized coin of sports legend Carl Ripken Jr.? Or if you want something more traditional why not a colorized JFK half dollar? Both have one side of a brilliant color and one side in classic, metallic sheen.

One of my favorite closeout coin sets is the wheat penny set. Most of us are familiar with the Lincoln design on the back of the penny, but this did not come to be until 1959. Before that all penny’s had two plumes of wheat on the back to honor our nation’s agriculture heritage. You can still find the occasional wheat penny in circulation but they are usually pretty banged up. The ones in the set are in mint condition and come in a display case.

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Silver Eagle

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silver eagle coinThe eagle is more than our national bird. It is an enduring American symbol of bravery and tenacity. Legend has it that the eagle was chosen because during the first battle of the Revolutionary War eagles were woken up by the noise of the fighting. These eagles took to the sky shrieking in support of freedom. The other contender for our national bird was the turkey. Benjamin Franklin thought it was fitting because wild turkeys have red, white and blue markings on their face. Thank god that never came to be!

So why not celebrate one or our nation’s most recognized symbols with a 2012 Silver Eagle coin. This brilliant coin contains a Troy ounce of pure silver.  It features an eagle on one side with the traditional arrows, shield and olive branch. The reverse features Lady Liberty draped in an American flag set against a sunset. Both images are powerful and loaded with national symbolism. Although the coins have a face value of $1 the silver alone in the coins is worth a good deal more than that.

Any collector of American coins is sure to enjoy this lovely silver eagle coin. Collectible coins as stunning as this do not get minted often, so make sure to get one.

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Brush Up on Presidential History with Coin Sets

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coin setsAmerican history is full of great and fascinating leaders. A strong knowledge of American history is an asset. Coins can be a great way to get a young person interested in civil service and our nation’s history. It’s like holding a small piece of history in the palm of your hand, a shiny piece of something bigger.

Presidential coin sets are a fun way to learn about our nation’s history. Each coin features a former President and each tells us about a chapter in America history. Learn about the tragically short term of William Henry Harrison. Find out about the Senate’s attempt to impeach John Tyler. American history is dynamic, enlightening and often, downright weird.

For people just starting out in the world of coin collecting who also have a love of American history, I would suggest the PR70 Coin DCAM Proof set. This 14-coin set features presidential coins, coins for the US territories, and other coins. All are uncirculated and in mint condition. How often do you see a coin commemorating Guam or Puerto Rico?

This set also makes an excellent gift for the avid collector because it contains so many unique coins. So make a coin lover in your life happy with a coin set.

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