The 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar
In an earlier blog we talked about the history of the Kennedy half dollar and why it has both sentimental and real value for American coin collectors. In this blog […]
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Coins
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Coin Collecting Do’s and Don’ts
Whether you’re just starting your beginner coin collection or have been collecting for years, following a few simple guidelines can protect your investment, preserve your coins, and enhance your enjoyment
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How to Detect Counterfeit Coins: 2025 Guide
At Grand Rapids Coins, we have an especially strong interest in the detection of counterfeit and altered coins. In point of fact, anyone who deals with rare coins will develop
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5 Best Places to See Rare Coins in the United States
When you collect rare coins, you can learn a lot from what you read in books, websites and forums. You also learn more whenever you visit a coin show or
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Top 5 Must-Have Coins for Your Collection
When you’re beginning a coin collection, there can be a lot to learn. Where do you start? As a Grand Rapids coin dealer, we know that there is no wrong
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Starting a Beginner Coin Collection
Starting a beginner coin collection is an exciting journey into history, art, and the thrill of discovery. Whether you’re motivated by learning about biblical history, Viking conquest, or the American
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Creating Your First Type Collection
One of the joys of being a coin dealer is when new collectors want to talk about different ways to collect coins. Today we will focus on type collections. A
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Politics in The Mint – 1933 St. Gaudens vs. 1974 Aluminum Cent
Two coin thefts with two drastically different outcomes: the 1933 St. Gaudens and the 1974 aluminum cent. Although the details of these coin thefts are not the same, the big
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Hidden Treasures – Rare Coins in Grand Rapids
We love to hear stories from clients who “just got lucky,” and stumbled upon rare coins in Grand Rapids. A recent example is the story of a Michigan State University
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Differences in Coin Values: faqs
One of the fascinating aspects of rare coins is the variation in their values. Whether you’re selling a coin collection or acquiring interesting specimens, you might wonder why one rare
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