collecting

[nik a tron]

im new at coin collecting i know a little about them and i was wandering what are the best coins to collect? i like collecting around georges region but i dont know if there any good.

[TomGoodheart]

That's a bit like asking how long is a piece of string nik! There are no 'best' coins to collect because collecting is a personal thing. You need to find an area that you like. Everyone here no doubt likes their particular coins 'best'!

Some people collect all coins from a reign, others by denomination (face value). Some by date and others by appearance (type - where there is a major change in say the ruler's portrait or reverse design, or variety, where the changes are more subtle, maybe a change in hairstyle or lettering).

Some people like the challenge of just collecting. They aim to get perhaps a coin for every date. Others like the history behind the manufacture of coins so chose those that are interesting in some way, such as the odd 'cartwheel' coins or even tokens. Some like the idea of the people who may have handled and used the coins, so they want something that has seen some use. Others want their coins to look as if they were made yesterday!

Collecting all the coin values from all the Georges I to IV (ie 1714 - 1830) (this doesn't include V and VI (1910-52)) would be a challenge. There are some interesting series, plus counterfeit coins which were made and circulated at the time which some people collect too! It also depends a bit on your budget!

Cu/ bronze coinage comes in a vast number of varieties but can tarnish fairly easily, which detracts from eye appeal, if not value. Silver is pricier and gold even more so! Generally the older the coin, the more of a challenge finding it in really good condition. But that's not always the case!

Everyone here has no doubt different reasons for collecting what they do. I personally started with shillings because I liked the size, they were not as pricy as something like crowns, but came in a decent variety of types. I tried to collect major bust/reverse styles from each reign, but even this proved a challenge and costly.

Most people have probably 'redefined' what they collect a few times as they find their likes change.

I seem to remember Chris on this site sometimes sells a mixed bag of coins of various dates. Why not pm him and see if he can put together a selection you could look through and find out more about for starters?

Or how about taking a look on the 'gallery' and see if there's anything you like the look of? I'm sure anyone here would be pleased to tell you more about their particular area!

But most of all, remember it's a hobby! Do it for fun! Good luck!

Edited February 13, 2007 by TomGoodheart

[scottishmoney]

The best coins to collect are those which know one tells you are the best to collect, but rather what appeals to you, and most importantly...you!

For me it can be some overlooked 17th century token, a scarce Scottish piece, an ancient Syracuse coin, a lovely early American coin etc.

I would sure be bored and lose interest in my hobby if I let others tell me to collect what they like.

[nik a tron]

thanks alot but i think ill stick with george.

[Rob]

thanks alot but i think ill stick with george.

Which one or all of them?

[scottishmoney]

You stick with George, you have committed yourself to collecting all but 4 monarchs that reigned from 1714-1952.

[nik a tron]

im just collecting from george 1 to george 111

[Peter]

You stick with George, you have committed yourself to collecting all but 4 monarchs that reigned from 1714-1952.

Six monarchs !!!

and Nik you will find the early Georges far more expensive.

You can collect some nice George V & VI pieces for pocket money prices and then add a George 1 or 11 as funds allow.

You will also need somewhere to store/keep them.

[nik a tron]

ive got money to spend and if i do get any good georges ive got those little plastic cases.

ive already got £320 worth of george v 1919 h and 1912 h so i dont need any more.

[Chris Perkins]

ive got money to spend and if i do get any good georges ive got those little plastic cases.

ive already got £320 worth of george v 1919 h and 1912 h so i dont need any more.

Is that according to your grading of the coins? Or is that what they cost you? I suspect the former.

[Peter]

Nik

How do these compare to your "H" coins.

They are all less than fine condition and will probably go as a job lot for a couple of £.

When I started out this would of been my aim.

How do your ones compare?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/George-V-heaton-penn...1QQcmdZViewItem

[scottishmoney]

Six monarchs !!!

and Nik you will find the early Georges far more expensive.

You can collect some nice George V & VI pieces for pocket money prices and then add a George 1 or 11 as funds allow.

You will also need somewhere to store/keep them.

William IV 1830-1837

Victoria 1837-1901

Edward the VII 1901-1910

Edward the VIIIth 1936

All the rest were George, by golly.

[nik a tron]

Nik

How do these compare to your "H" coins.

They are all less than fine condition and will probably go as a job lot for a couple of £.

When I started out this would of been my aim.

How do your ones compare?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/George-V-heaton-penn...1QQcmdZViewItem

mine are better condition than they are

That's a bit like asking how long is a piece of string nik! There are no 'best' coins to collect because collecting is a personal thing. You need to find an area that you like. Everyone here no doubt likes their particular coins 'best'!

Some people collect all coins from a reign, others by denomination (face value). Some by date and others by appearance (type - where there is a major change in say the ruler's portrait or reverse design, or variety, where the changes are more subtle, maybe a change in hairstyle or lettering).

Some people like the challenge of just collecting. They aim to get perhaps a coin for every date. Others like the history behind the manufacture of coins so chose those that are interesting in some way, such as the odd 'cartwheel' coins or even tokens. Some like the idea of the people who may have handled and used the coins, so they want something that has seen some use. Others want their coins to look as if they were made yesterday!

Collecting all the coin values from all the Georges I to IV (ie 1714 - 1830) (this doesn't include V and VI (1910-52)) would be a challenge. There are some interesting series, plus counterfeit coins which were made and circulated at the time which some people collect too! It also depends a bit on your budget!

Cu/ bronze coinage comes in a vast number of varieties but can tarnish fairly easily, which detracts from eye appeal, if not value. Silver is pricier and gold even more so! Generally the older the coin, the more of a challenge finding it in really good condition. But that's not always the case!

Everyone here has no doubt different reasons for collecting what they do. I personally started with shillings because I liked the size, they were not as pricy as something like crowns, but came in a decent variety of types. I tried to collect major bust/reverse styles from each reign, but even this proved a challenge and costly.

Most people have probably 'redefined' what they collect a few times as they find their likes change.

I seem to remember Chris on this site sometimes sells a mixed bag of coins of various dates. Why not pm him and see if he can put together a selection you could look through and find out more about for starters?

Or how about taking a look on the 'gallery' and see if there's anything you like the look of? I'm sure anyone here would be pleased to tell you more about their particular area!

But most of all, remember it's a hobby! Do it for fun! Good luck!

I wont collect gold because there way too expensive but i will collect bronze,copper and silver so it wont be that hard to collect.