On Jan. 1, the euro becomes the standard currency of a dozen European countries from Ireland to Italy. Billions of coins in circulation in those countries will no longer be accepted anywhere but ...

Coin collectors draw big headlines when they sell their rare coins for thousands or even millions of dollars, but the vast ...

Could you have more than you imagine your old piggy bank? Ever since the euro currency was rolled out in 2001 old Irish coins have increased in value – and the rarer the better – but according to ...

Back in 1999, Jennifer Scott, now 49, heard on the news that the U.S. Mint was issuing quarters to honor each of the 50 states. She began collecting the quarters, each featuring a design specific to ...

The key is to put your focus on buying affordable coins and then having the patience to see them rise in value, just like any other investor. You don’t have to go for the big purchase and big payoff.