Collecting coins can be fun and even lucrative. But there are seven mistakes you'll want to avoid as a first-time coin collector. Making dead-end investments: A detail you'll find in many collectible ...

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.

According to Donn Pearlman at the Professional Numismatists Guild, there are a few things you should absolutely not do before you can get your coins evaluated.

As with just about any asset, a coin’s value is determined by its market demand. This means that coins in short supply often see higher demand — and higher values. With coins, supplies are limited ...