The Australian Silver Kookaburra should charm both the coin collector and numismatist equally. Collectors who regard birds as their theme specialty will be charmed to learn that this silver coin displays the image of the local Australian bird kookaburra etched in relief. Read more »
Mexican 50 Peso Gold Coin: Commemorating Mexican Independence With Gold
No coin collection can be complete without a fine set of Mexican gold coins, most specifically the Mexican 50 Peso gold coin. An affordable coin made of 90% gold alloy and 10% copper alloy, this specimen is a great investment for those collecting gold bullion coins, and is one of the most durable in the Western Hemisphere. Read more »
Fun and Learning with Coin Collecting
Study of coins in known as Numismatics and this ancillary discipline is of great significance for studying about any human society even our own. Over the past couple of centuries the study of coins has become for many people an end itself. Hobbyists have actually made many contributions of lasting import to the academic discipline itself, which remains relatively small as it occupies a niche in the academic world. Because a coin has two sides it makes it a very interesting study. Read more »
Learn The Challenge Coin Rules And Take The Challenge!
Collecting unique Challenge Coins such as the Coast Guard Challenge Coin is fast rising in popularity nowadays. Both men and women alike take the challenge and the chance of having a free soda or beer. The military has totally started a tradition that proves their soft side, which is satisfied by just having a bottle of beer. There are still a lot of people who don't know the Challenge Coin Rules very well, despite the fact that this is one easy challenge, If you're in the dark about the rules of the Challenge, the following will help to enlighten you. Read more »
