Coin Collecting Display

My brother has assorted foreign and American coins of all shapes and sizes. Is there a type of display book that can display multiple sizes. If so, where can I buy them and if not, how should he display them? They are currently just in ziploc bags and wrapped in paper. They aren't safe or in a nice display. He is only 11 so he doesn't have much money to buy display materials though.
He has a state quarters book, but he is more interested in older and more unique American coins as well as foreign coins. He is trying to collect coins of countries that now use the Euro, but the coins that were in those countires before the introduction of the Euro.

They make staple type cardboard holders with a Mylar window. The come is sizes from dimes upward to silver eagles. There will be a size, that will be close to the world coin your brother has. These 2x2 holders fit into a plastic page that will hold 20 of them. The pages are punched to be put into a common 3 ring binder. All these items are available from a coin dealer. Be advise that the 2x2 holders are usually sold in groups of 100 of the same size and cost around $5, usually less. To get more of an idea of what is available is you can go to www.brooklyngallery.com they are a large supply dealer and have good prices. They also have a catalog for $1.50.

2006-12-26 06:41:38 by sazimme2

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I have started collecting coins, and I want to know what is best for keeping them in good condition.

It really depends on what type of coins you are doing. If you are collecting a coin series (all nickels for example) I would suggest either a coin album (http://www.brent-krueger.com/images/P814 0035.JPG) or a coin folder (http://www.jpscorner.com/images/Harris_C oin_Folder.jpg). The albums usually cost more but usually keep the coins in better condition.

If you are doing individual coins I would suggest putting them in 2x2s (http://www.stantonbooks.com/Cardboard2by 2s.jpg) and then in plastic sheets (like the ones used for collectors cards but smaller) (http://www.mintproducts.com/ProductImage s/supplies/vinylpagesbig.JPG). For indidual coins you could also place them in air tight containers (http://www.collinsonenterprises.com/coin s/Dscn0039.jpg).

For more information about how to store coins read this: http://www.coincommunity.com/forum/topic .asp?TOPIC_ID=18849

Good luck!

P.S. You should not clean your coins. Most coin collectors see cleaning a coin as the equivalent of stripping down antique furniture and refinishing it.

When cleaning, the surface metal of the coin is often stripped. Anything used to scrub the coin will leave scratches (even 100% pure silk will leave hairline scratches). Most cleaning products will have some type of reaction with the coin's metal and the surface metal can also be removed in this manner.

Your best bet is to leave the coins alone. Cleaning the coina will leave traces - which can be found by the knowledgeable collector - who in turn will not buy the cleaned coin. Also if you ever wanted to send your coin into a grading company, they can recognize signs of cleaning and will send your coin back in a "cleaned" slab (also called a "body bag" in the coin world) - which is usually a greatly decreased value.

If you absolutely must must must clean your coina do not use the method described above as it will react with the metal in your coin. Use 100% acetone (do not use fingernail polish remover!). It must be 100% pure because other additives will react with the coin metal. Place your coin(s) in the solution for several minutes (do not leave in for long periods of time). Rinse your coin(s) in distilled water. Next remove your coins and either pat dry with a soft cloth or allow the coin to air dry (air drying is better as you don't risk scratching the coin with the cloth). NEVER scrub your coins!

I would still advise you to leave your coins as they are. They may not be bright and shiny but that is what most collectors prefer.

2007-09-30 09:29:24 by MyCuteDog

Price: $27.00

I'm tired of just leaving it in drawers and would like to display it, does anyone have any clever ideas?

I have coins and bills.

you can line the inside of a picture frame with a map (of where the coins are from maybe) (make a theme out of it)which will take up space and get tough extra sticky double sided tape and tape the coins to the map and when you r done you will have a display and home decor!
hope you like the idea.

2009-01-19 12:06:19 by mentalsquint

Price: $3.99 $3.99

I am trying to find a site where I can buy an album, currency inserts, coin inserts, coin cleaning solution, and display cases. CAN SOMEONE PLEASE HELP!!! I have tried several sites and they just want me to buy coins and bills to collect, but I already have my own collection.

try these sites
http://www.coins4me.com/welcome.htm
http://www.air-tites.com/coin_cleaners.h tm
Good luck

2008-09-14 05:15:49 by brittapworld

My grandad used to collect them and now i've got huge amounts of different coins and coronation coins all displayed in their own pouches.
Any idea of how i can sell them or where?

The place to get the most money would be a coin dealer. With what you say you have I believe you live in Great Britain. There are many good coin dealers there but see more than one and take the best offer.

2009-07-24 11:56:06 by Merry