Welcome To The Coin Roll Hunt!

Thank you for joining me on this most bodacious adventure! You have taken a great step forward towards making 2017 a wonderful year!

My name is Matthew, The Great Coin Roll Hunter, and I will be your Guide to the exciting world of numismatics.

The word numismatics refers to the study or collection of coins, paper currency, and medals. By joining in on the hunt today, you have become initiated into a very fun, and very cool, Society of Numismatists; those who collect numismatic items, which includes coins. Welcome!

Before we get started, we will need to gather some supplies.

A field guide is one of the most important items every great coin roll hunter will need.

I recommend: The Official Red Book: A Guide Book of United States Coins 2017

In the 70th Edition of this book, you will get a great introduction to United States Coins. There is information about the different types of coins the United States has minted, and other great details which include the metal content of each coin, as well as information on how to grade coins yourself to determine their generally agreed upon numismatic values. That means you will discover how much your coin might be worth to someone else. It's important to realize that the more you learn, the more you will enjoy this hobby.

As you explore the loose change on the dresser, between the couch cushions or, in the ashtray of the car, you will soon find it helpful to keep your coins organized. Coin albums and coin folders are a great way to do this.

I recommend: Whitman coin folders

Whitman coin folders are inexpensive and durable. They also feature a push to lock design that secures your coins into place. This feature makes these coin folders a great way to store and share your coin collections with your friends and family.

Finally, you will need a magnifying glass.

The extra magnification helps you to inspect the finer details of your coins. I recommend something in the range of 7X or 10X magnification. But, if you're really clever with your smartphone, you can use the zoom-in feature on your camera app. It's also a great way to take photos of your coins and share them with your friends on-line.

Well, that's all I have for you now. Gather up your equipment and don't forget to subscribe so you won't miss out on our first great coin roll hunt, which will be coming up soon!

See you then!