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With so much being said about cryptocurrency and the impact this speculative investment is having on the world economy, it may be time to take a look back at the original forms of money that humans have traded for thousands of years. Coin collecting is one of the oldest hobbies in the world because it combines both an interest in history and the evolution of culture as well as the fascination most people have with money. However, there are many other great reasons why one would start collecting coins, and if you have ever considered jumping into this foray yourself, then now is the perfect time to start. Here is a quick insight into the benefits of starting your own coin collection as you embark on this long and exciting journey.

Family Connection

History comes alive when you can connect it to your own personal story, and for many people, the best way to do that is through their ancestors. Almost everyone goes through a phase of curiosity about their ancestors, and a lot of people commission family trees and short biographies about important people throughout their familial line. Connecting history to these people can be difficult, with most artifacts from hundreds of years ago either lost or very expensive. One of the only types of collectibles that are reasonably affordable from times gone by are coins. Coins last longer because they are made of stronger materials, and there have been so many printed over time that you can find some from nearly every culture and time period if you are willing to look hard enough. You could find some Byzantine coins from when your ancestors lived in Constantinople or some old gold US coins from the turn of the century. This is also a great way to involve your children and teach them about all those who came before them, as sometimes, kids find history quite dull. 

Can Be Very Lucrative

Because it has such a long history, coin collecting is also one of the more lucrative investment opportunities outside of the traditional world of finance and real estate. That does not mean every old coin is worth a lot of money, as there is a lot you need to consider when appraising the value of a coin, but if you are wise about it, then yes, there is money to be made. For most people, the monetary value of coin collecting is not important, but it is at least nice to know that your investment will not lose money over time. You should always buy a coin because you want it, and then you should take into account the potential future value of any said coins. That way, if it goes down in value (which is unlikely), you are still happy with it for sentimental reasons and it is not a waste. 

Many Levels To Coin Collecting

There are so many different ways to start a coin collection that almost no two collections are the same. Some people only look for coins from antiquity, like the aforementioned Byzantine coins or ancient Greek coins. Others prefer notes and paper money, and still others just like coins that have weird shapes or are one-of-a-kind. Whatever you take a liking to, there will be a community you can find that has all the resources to help get you started. There are also many different websites that allow you to buy, sell, or trade coins and thousands upon thousands of hours of videos going into depth about coin collection. If you want a professional's opinion, then go in and talk to an appraiser or antique dealer that sells coins for some more official advice on how to get started.