Not all old, tarnished, and worn silver coins are melt-worthy junk, even if they’re commonly called junk silver. Sometimes, ...

Coin grading is the process by which a certified numismatist determines the grade, or physical condition, of an existing coin. Once the grade is determined, the value of the coin can then be ...

Several respected hobbyists are calling for changes in the terms used to grade rare coins in an attempt to simplify collecting. The current terminology ”has caused ill will between thousands of people ...

Q. We need to determine the value of a modest collection of coins from my mother's estate. How significant is an appraiser's membership in the ANA? —A.C., Shrewsbury, N.J. A. A dealer's or appraiser's ...