We are excited to announce that Emily Hughes has joined Grand Rapids Coins as an owner of the business! As a woman in this industry, she offers a unique perspective […]
An Interview With Emily Hughes, GRC OWNER Read More »
Unlocking value from personal accumulations of gold and silver jewelry is easy to do… if you are armed with the facts, and deal with a reputable gold/silver buyer.
What to Know When Selling Gold and Silver Jewelry Read More »
Coin collecting has long been viewed as a predominantly male hobby. However, throughout history there have been many women who made significant contributions to numismatics, helping to reshape the field.
Helen Farquhar, Touch Pieces, and Women in Numismatics Read More »
Welcome to our new online experience! Grand Rapids Coins is pleased to share the launch of our redesigned website, a space we created with our customers’ user experience in mind.
Grand Rapids Coins Has a New Website! Read More »
We’ve talked numerous times about how coins have historical consequence. Most are designed or minted as a commemoration of an important event or person or are the result of politicking
Gold Coins Help Identify Lost Battle of Teutoburg Forest Site Read More »
A little over a year ago, news of the Saddle Ridge Hoard of more than $10 million in value of rare coins put coin collecting in the national spotlight. The
Protecting Your Rare Coins and Yourself Read More »
Novice collectors sometimes approach us for insights on a good series to collect when starting out, and as a Grand Rapids coin dealer, we have given that question a fair amount of consideration. There are many good choices, with U.S. pennies being a popular one. For several reasons, though, we often recommend the Peace dollar series.
Novice Coin Collectors: Start with Peace Dollars Read More »
Coin Values and How to Sell Your Collection “What are my coins worth?” is the most common first question I get from people who have inherited coin collections and accumulations
Sell your coin collection using tips from Grand Rapids Coin Dealer Grand Rapids Coins Read More »
Top Ten Do’s:
Study coins and become a knowledgeable collector. Consider subscribing to coin trade journals (Numismatic News and Coin World offer a wealth of detailed information).
Join online forums (try PCGS, NGC, VAM World) and local coin clubs to share knowledge and learn from others.
Attend coin shows and visit coin shops. Check out the many online calendars for local, regional, and national shows.
Grand Rapids Coin Dealer Tips for Coin Collectors Read More »
In this blog post we discuss the key elements that make a coin rare, collectable, and valuable.
What Makes A Coin Rare, Collectible, and Valuable? Read More »
