Collecting

Interest in old tomes is growing. And even if the recipient is not a collector, he will surely like a unique book as a gift. An intellectual, valuable and certainly interesting object can speak of status, inspires respect. Such a gift to be proud of. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Coins are the oldest and most widespread currency in the world. What is not depicted on them: fish and animals, plants and fruits, portraits of presidents and monarchs. In this article, we will pay special attention to coins with ships. You will be surprised at how often images of boats, yachts, schooners and other watercraft are found on coins. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

The contribution of the great emperor to the internal and external affairs of the country. The transformation of the monetary system during his reign, as well as the issuance of new coins, the modification of old ones already existing in the state. Photos of coins. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Initially, this area of collecting was called phylumenistics. This is considered to be an old name, now it is more often called collecting by another term - "phylumenia". Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

A description of the Hitler Youth knife is given. The characteristic is given to the shape of the blade, handle, use as paraphernalia. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

One of the favorite places for meetings of numismatists of the capital is the club "Aurora" in Moscow. Here you can not only purchase new or missing items for your collection, exchange with other numismatists, but also visit thematic exhibitions and meetings, spend your leisure time with interest and benefit. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

What is the science of bonistics, what does it study, how is it similar to numismatics, as well as a small historical background on the history of paper money in Russia are provided for your attention in the article. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

List of Russian commemorative coins: description, photo, features. Commemorative coins of the Bank of Russia: list, purpose. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Describes a rare one ruble coin with a wide edging - how to distinguish it from the widespread ruble, its auction value. Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06

Treasure hunting is an unusually exciting, and, moreover, profitable hobby. No wonder it is so popular these days. The places where it is most profitable to look for coins with a metal detector are determined using old maps and manuscripts and are worth their weight in gold. What are these places? Read the article. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Historically confirmed: the time of the appearance of the first Russian coins refers to the reign of Prince Vladimir Svyatoslavovich (late X - early XI century.). Since then, their appearance and denominations have changed many times. But almost at all times, Russian coins of 10 rubles were in use. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Numismatics is the collection of coins of various denominations. At the same time, some collect everything in a row, while others focus on something specific. Starting in 2000, Russia began issuing specialized coins dedicated to a certain date or object. In this regard, many collectors are wondering how much the commemorative 10 rubles with cities cost and how many coins with this denomination have been issued recently. This will be discussed in the article. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

The article tells about the St. Petersburg Mint - one of the world's largest enterprises of this profile. Its brief history is given from the time of its creation to the present day. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

The past two world wars have given the concept and experience in the manufacture and development of not only combat knives, but also bayonets for firearms. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

The saber is a very popular weapon of the 16th-19th centuries. In the Caucasus, and then in Russia, it was replaced by a slightly different type of edged weapons. The Cossack saber or checker is a fairly effective tool in battle. Its features and history are noteworthy. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Since the middle of the 19th century, stamps have become one of the collectibles. Types of stamps have always reflected the social and political life of states, as well as the history of world mail. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Various museums and numismatist collectors dream of getting into their collections the coins of Catherine II, which are a kind of thread connecting us with that distant time when this great empress was on the throne. During her reign, reforms and transformations touched all spheres of life, which led to the flourishing of science and art. Significant changes also affected the minting of money. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

In 1897, the then Minister of Finance of the Russian Empire, S. Yu. Witte, carried out a monetary reform in the country, which led to the elimination of coins of various denominations made of silver. Subsequently, the coin of Nicholas 2, or the so-called Nikolaev ruble, became the main means of payment in the state. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

In January 1938, when the Armed Forces of the Soviet Union turned twenty years old, a special government decree marked this significant event by establishing a special medal. The right to confer the honorary award was given to a special committee under the government of the country, and in terms of its rank it followed the medal, which noted special merits in the development of natural resources and the development of the gas and oil industry. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Most of the coins of the Russian Federation produced in 2003 are legal tender on its territory. However, some coins are of much greater value than indicated in the denomination. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Experienced numismatists always know where to find interesting exhibits. Although the search for a novice collector can be confusing. Therefore, a natural question arises, where is the best place to find coins?. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

It turns out that you can make good money with ordinary money. For example, there are several options for making 10 rubles in 1993. Each of them has its own characteristics and a certain real price. Such a coin can be offered to a numismatist or put up for sale through an auction. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

The innovation of Peter 1 cannot be disputed - this man reformed everything he touched. He did not bypass his attention and the monetary system. What was the coin of Peter 1? How did the sovereign, and later the imperial, rubles differ from other money? Let's try to figure it out. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

The most famous way, which is used for minting banknotes, is the image of St. George. The coin with his image is very popular not only among numismatists. Many citizens of Russia are happy to acquire it simply as a profitable investment of their capital. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

2015 is a memorable year for the whole country. It has been 70 years since the Soviet troops won the fight against the German invaders. And as is customary in Russia, coins were issued that pleased numismatists. A series of coins "70 Years of Victory" has been produced in Russia since 2014. The main bank of the country and one of the mints were responsible for issuing a set of coins "70 Years of Victory". Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

For the first time in Europe, people began to collect coins during the Renaissance. This interesting tradition continues to this day. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

The coin of Kazakhstan deserves special attention, because in the short time of its existence, the Mint of this Republic has received international recognition among the most modern enterprises in this industry. Collectors value these pieces and collect them for years. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

It is difficult to unequivocally answer the question of how much 1 ruble in 1999 costs. When evaluating a coin, it is necessary to take into account its appearance, safety, place of manufacture and, of course, belonging to commemorative samples. Such specimens, as a rule, have a higher price. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

It is impossible to immediately tell at first glance how much 1 ruble in 1997 costs. This can only be determined by a specialist or someone who is interested in numismatics. Such a coin has several features that you need to know in order to be able to imagine its real price. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Antique edged weapons leave no one indifferent. It always bears the imprint of remarkable beauty and even magic. One gets the feeling that you find yourself in the legendary past, when these items were used very widely. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Ancient coins are not only an object of interest for numismatists, they are part of human culture. And some are also unique because they are historical artifacts that hide many secrets. These include the Siberian coin. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

The Slavic sword is a weapon that is considered a real relic in our time, and is in great demand among collectors. But not everyone knows that such cold weapons once existed. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

In the 18th century, the issue of minting a new coin with a face value of 20 kopecks was first raised. The reason for this was the "large distance" between the already existing coins of 50 kopecks and 10 kopecks. 20 kopecks 1961 is made of copper-nickel alloy and weighs 3.4 grams. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Unique copies, limited editions and fantastically expensive collections… These phrases cause excitement in anyone who has ever been seriously involved in philately or, as people call it, collecting postage stamps. Some have taken up this relatively recently and believe that this kind of activity is just an exciting hobby. But the attitude of others may surprise someone. For most avid philatelists, collecting is life. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Money is not a luxury, but a necessity at the present time. They determine the value, they are stored, saved, used during trading. In addition, the coins act as valuable museum exhibits, and numismatists are ready to give a fortune in order to eventually get a rare and one-of-a-kind coin, the value of which increases significantly if it is well preserved. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

The article contains interesting information on collectible coins. You will learn how numismatists work, what famous people collect. The article offers a rating of the most expensive coins of Russia. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

The history of the German state has always been bright and dynamic. One ruler replaced another, old coins were replaced by new and relevant ones. It would be wrong to talk about Germany and its coins not in the context of the history of the state. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

There is no such person who does not know about this aircraft and does not admire its achievements. In this article we will talk a little about its history, device, characteristics and application. "Kukuruznik" (An-2 aircraft) is a biplane with a braced wing, a light transport aircraft. “Foal”, “Donkey”, Colt - its names according to NATO codification. Last modified: 2025-01-22 22:01

Dozens, sometimes hundreds of coins pass through our hands every day. We pay with them in kiosks and shops, in public transport and cafeterias. Even without paying attention to their appearance, we throw the rest into the piggy bank of a son or daughter for various children's expenses. Although some of them deserve to show off in a special album for numismatists. After all, there are Russian coins of value, such rare specimens sometimes cost tens or even hundreds of thousands of rubles. Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06

Collecting is an interesting hobby and also a way to make money. Many are interested in rare coins of modern Russia, here are the most valuable specimens. Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06