Whatever interests you. Coin collecting should be an interest so, for example, no point in collecting ancient coins if they have not interest to you. If nothing jumps out at you as interesting then there seems to be no point in collecting. If something does then you don't need to ask. Of course, there is always the possibility that what you really mean is that you want to accumulate coins which you can sell for a profit. But that is an entirely different question.
As a long time collector. Buy coins that are appealing to the eye. Never buy a coin based on grade or presentation state. If not appealing to the eye the grade is insignificant. Collect what you enjoy.
If you are wanting to collect us coins, this would be a good site to look at. http://m.pcgscoinfacts.com/ It will also give you auction results for each grade.
i would say collect at what you like and what you find appealing. there is a large assortment of US and World coin(s) out there .... but it s for you to decide at what you like =)
Hi Roxana, I'm new to coin collecting just like you. I've inherited most of my coins over this past year. (And, I keep buying coins & tokens even though I really don't need anymore). Just collect whatever you like. I have no idea what my inherited coins are worth, or what grade they are......but I've finally come to the point where I enjoy them. I read constantly to learn about coins. Just have fun and ask "newbie" questions like I do. You know the majority of people here are cool and will help you. Diane
Stay away from ancient coins, Roxanna. Once you go ancient, you never look back. Feel free to try U.S. coins first. I know that's how I started too, but I will leave this picture here to tempt you to check the ancients section of Cointalk one day. . I warn you though, you may never want a modern coin again if you do come check us out. * No offense fellas. I do think your modern coins like Morgan Dollars and Peace Dollars are awesome. I'm just helping the newbie explore what she likes.
If I may.... first try to learn as much as possible about the types that interest you. All too often newer collectors will jump into a certain series, but later discover their passion resides elsewhere, and is something you may want to avoid. This hobby is based on knowledge, so no matter what you choose to collect (or even if one doesn't collect at all), the more you possess the better off you'll be, both now and in the future. I'm not sure how easy it is to obtain US coin books where you live, but please do consider picking up a few. Recommendations can be made if interested.
Both Morgan Dollars and Walking Liberty Halves have been favorites for many years. You should be able to find them readily. Determine what you can budget and how fast you want to complete your set or whether a complete set is even desirable. Coin collecting will help you find out things about yourself like patience, perseverance and attention to detail.
Decide what you like and then collect them. Do yourself a favor though. Find some good books on whatever it is you choose to collect and read them twice!
The numbers reflect sales and those are almost all UNC or Proof. No one sells at face value, they spend at face value.
