http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Charles+Roman Arts and Crafts Charles Roman Tue, 29 Aug 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=79775&ca=Arts+and+Crafts There are many terms used in coin collecting. Information on coin collecting terms is widely available on the internet and in many books that deal with coin collecting. The field of coin collecting is so expansive that there are numerous terms that are coined. Many internet sites offer glossaries an... Arts and Crafts Charles Roman Thu, 20 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=68610&ca=Arts+and+Crafts When talking about coin collecting, rare coins are some of the first things to spring to mind. After all, coin collecting is often considered to be an investment and rare coins are the most valuable coins out there. They are highly sought after and coveted and, because they are in so much demand, th... Arts and Crafts Charles Roman Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=68609&ca=Arts+and+Crafts Among the mainstays of coin collecting, old coins are among the most exciting and sought after members of the coin family. Not only do they tend to be rarer than modern coins, but they are often made from valuable materials that actually worth more now than the actual denomination of the coin itself... Arts and Crafts Charles Roman Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=68608&ca=Arts+and+Crafts If you are looking for coins with definite investment potential, gold coins are an excellent place to start. Though they are expensive when starting out, the investment value of gold itself makes them a very attractive option. And, because gold is bought and sold routinely on the commodities market,... Arts and Crafts Charles Roman Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=68607&ca=Arts+and+Crafts One of the most enjoyable parts of coin collecting is learning about coin values. After all, as enjoyable as coin collecting is on its own, seeing the investment potential of a coin collection is also enjoyable. Besides, when you can see your coins increase in value, it makes your hobby feel functio... Arts and Crafts Charles Roman Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=68606&ca=Arts+and+Crafts One remarkably rewarding hobby, in more ways than one, is coin collecting. Though it may not have the same visceral excitement as, say, hang gliding, it has a subdued joy that is more than worth the experience. The simple joys of finding a coin you’ve been looking for or discovering a mint-condition... Recreation Charles Roman Sat, 10 Dec 2005 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=23303&ca=Recreation Getting Started with the Hobby of Numismatics and Collecting Coins What is Numismatics? Numismatics – the very name sounds mysterious and evocative. In simple terms, numismatics covers the science and study of coins, cash, and other legal tender, as well as medals, tokens, and medallions. The collec... Arts and Crafts Charles Roman Wed, 30 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=21685&ca=Arts+and+Crafts A Beginner’s Guide to Collecting Inexpensive Old Coins Collecting old coins is like holding a piece of history right in your hand. It is common to find affordable ancient Roman coins that are 1600 years old, and many are even 2000 years old or more. Imagine that the ancient Roman denarius in your c... Recreation Charles Roman Fri, 25 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=20761&ca=Recreation How to Select a Coin Dealer for Your Coin Collection Why do I Need a Coin Dealer? It is very difficult to build a collection of rare coins without a connection to a good coin dealer. If you are an investor hoping to make a profit with your collection of rare coins, building relationships with good... Recreation Charles Roman Thu, 17 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=19778&ca=Recreation A Guide to Rare Coins in Circulation Today It’s usually a small thing that turns regular looking money into valuable rare coins. Last year’s materials used instead of this year’s, a tiny symbol left off a minting die. Collectors covet the unusual and uncommon above all else, and these minor oversig...