Coin collecting is not just a way to earn money, but an opportunity to touch a piece of history. Each of them has its own characteristics that surprise both connoisseurs and ordinary people
Collecting coins is an interesting and exciting activity that contributes to the expansion of horizons and erudition. As a rule, it is accompanied by the process of studying the historical and social realities in which this or that coin was issued
The article describes the silver coins of Sberbank, their varieties and cost. It tells about why they are worth buying and from whom they are in demand and popularity
Each of us has a hobby. A variety of such cognitive activities include numismatics. That is, collecting coins. Those who do this seriously understand that there are instances that can bring not only moral satisfaction, but also enrich their owner
The fact that there are expensive and rare coins of modern Russia, today, perhaps, only the deaf have not heard. How realistic is it to find such "easy money"?
Money in general and coins in particular are an important source of information about the historical, religious, political, ideological and economic development of society. They can be used to study how trends in art have changed in a particular state. Numismatists not only satisfy personal needs and aspirations, they make a great contribution to education in a particular country and the world as a whole
Today, in a handful of coins that you were given for change, you can easily find one expensive one, the cost of which is not even known to everyone. Such money can easily end up in your wallet, although most of it was minted at the mint in order to replenish the collection of some numismatist. Rare coins that become special after a while are obtained from defective money and so-called hybrid coins
Among numismatists, a coin of 10 kopecks from 1980 is in demand, despite its low cost and large circulation. Let us consider in detail what is shown on it, how much the coin costs and what features it has
The stable tradition of minting coins for anniversaries and memorable dates began in 1965, when, on the 20th anniversary of the Victory over Nazi Germany, metal rubles were issued with the image of the monument to the Liberator Soldier in Treptow Park in Berlin
Recently, collecting has become a profitable business that allows you not only to collect stamps, but also to benefit financially from this. The fashion for philately has passed, but this does not mean that there are fewer collectors. Many have rare specimens that philatelists wish to sell. The question is where to sell stamps with the greatest profit?
Numismatics is an extremely interesting hobby that requires not only passion, but also good knowledge in the field of history and the ability to distinguish a genuine old coin from a fake by the smallest signs. In the case of one Russian silver coin, things are even more complicated. The question is not only how to distinguish a fake from a coin of two rubles of 1722, but also how not to acquire a so-called remake
Coin collecting is one of the most popular forms of collecting. And this is no accident, because every year new and interesting types of coins come out. A special place in collectors' albums is occupied by commemorative ten-ruble coins
Such an interesting hobby as numismatics allows you to collect not only rare old coins, but also those that were issued relatively recently, but have a small circulation and attractive investment value. Without a doubt, the Victorious gold coin, which first appeared in circulation in February 2006, can be attributed to such modern collectibles
Anniversary 10 rubles "Ancient cities of Russia" first came into circulation in 2002. The coin is made of silver-white cupronickel with a gold brass edging with a diameter of 27 mm. On one side is an image of a certain ancient city. The issue is still ongoing - the last coin with the city of Gorokhovets was released in 2018
It's hard to imagine, but in the history of our Fatherland there was a time when a button could cost more than the clothes themselves, and was a highly artistic fine jewelry creation. The first fasteners resembling buttons appeared in the third millennium BC. And the ancestors of the Russian button have been known according to archaeological finds since the sixth century. In the article we will study in more detail the buttons-weights, their history, structure and meaning
Sberbank of Russia has released a collection of gold and silver coins "Signs of the Zodiac". The entire line is a powerful investment tool. Selling rare samples allows you to make good money. The modern numismatics market brings income of up to 30-40% to owners of copper coins. Those who have silver or gold coins in their possession can get more than 100%
15 kopecks of 1962 is not the rarest and far from the most valuable coin for numismatists. Its circulation was not limited, since it was actively used by citizens of the USSR, and many copies remain to this day. But still, one coin is different from another, because the value of even such a frequently encountered specimen depends on a number of circumstances
In the article, we will consider how 5 kopecks of 1934 look like on the one hand and on the other hand, what is its price in our time, where collectors buy it. Also, readers will learn the history of the creation of these coins, why they are so valued today
5 kopecks 1981 is one of the lots for which collectors are ready not only to pay a tidy sum, but even to pay for its delivery to the buyer. What is the reason for such extravagance? After all, a collector is the same businessman! The ability to think through every step, not to succumb to emotions and save every penny - the main "levers" of his well-being
The monetary reform of 1535 is one of the most important events in the history of medieval Russia. It was held under Ivan IV Vasilyevich (the Terrible), with the direct participation of his mother, Princess Elena Glinskaya. As a result of this reform, the state has established the issuance of banknotes of a single type. That is why the collection of any self-respecting numismatist should contain coins from the time of Ivan the Terrible. They will be discussed in our article
On numismatic auctions today you can find coins from the beginning of the Soviet era, for example, 1924. The cost of coins depends primarily on how they were preserved, as well as on the circulation and some technical flaws, thanks to which the coin stands out from its “relatives”
Several years ago, two visually different varieties of the 20 kopeck coin of 1990 became the subject of discussion. alloy, only with a high content of copper
In 2016, the value of coins with a denomination of 20 kopecks from 1983, classified as “practically not in circulation” and “not in circulation”, put up at the Wolmar Standart auction, ranged from one to one hundred rubles. A coin of similar denomination, classified as "not in circulation", was sold at Anumis auction for 6 rubles
The first coins of Saudi Arabia were minted at the beginning of the last century (more precisely, in 1928) and were called qirshi. At the same time, for the first time, metal money was made in denominations of one riyal, half riyal and a quarter of riyal. Each coin contained 19.96 grams of pure silver
When can a coin worth one ruble cost like 200 rubles? It is correct when it depicts something other than a double-headed eagle and the number 1. But such coins, as a rule, are not spent on acquisitions (unless by chance) but “settle” in coin collections. No exception - and 1 ruble with Pushkin, the ruble 10 years of the CIS. When did such coins appear, what are their features?
Modern experts talk about three varieties of coins worth 20 kopecks. Many Soviet citizens today associate 1984 with the slogan “The economy must be economical” and, probably, for reasons of economy, old templates were used to make some coins
Even before the first coin was minted, the ancient Greeks used the so-called weight form of mutual settlements. The first weight monetary units - the forerunners of the usual money - some researchers call the following Greek coins: talent, mine, stater, drachma and obol
The abbreviation "USSR" is minted on the obverse of this coin, framed by the call "Proletarians of all countries, unite!". On the other side of the coin, the year of issue and the denomination are minted. The weight of a 1927 half-kopeck coin is 1.64 grams. The diameter of this coin is 16 millimeters and its thickness is 1.2 millimeters. Ribbed edge of the coin. What circulation it was minted is not known for certain
Before the start of the Patriotic War of 1812, the Russian Empire was going through another financial crisis. The issue of unsecured paper notes increased the budget deficit. Minting coins was supposed to solve this problem
Happy owners of a rare "hairy" coin with a face value of 15 kopecks in 1980 today can get good money, as the cost of a coin at various numismatic auctions reaches 45,000 rubles
Railroad modeling or railway modeling is a hobby in which rail transport systems are modulated on a smaller scale. Scale models include locomotives, rolling stock, trams, tracks, signaling, and landscapes, including: countryside, roads, buildings, vehicles, models, lights, and objects such as rivers, hills, and canyons
Romania is a state in the southeastern part of Europe that arose around the middle of the 19th century. Until 1947 it was known as the Kingdom of Romania, from 1947 to 1989 - the Socialist Republic of Romania. Of interest to collectors are both post-war (socialist) and modern coins of Romania. You will find photos and descriptions of the most interesting specimens in this article
Imagine a coin that was minted over 2000 years ago. This Greek silver coin is called a dracha. Perhaps you saw it at an auction and were offered to buy it for a decent price. Would you agree? Modern coins that have ceased to be used have a certain value. In this article we will talk about one of them - 2 kopecks of 1990
Paper money of the 1961 model is kept today in some families. The owners hope to one day sell them for a good value. However, already at the moment, some variations of these banknotes may be of value. This is discussed in the article
The cost of a coin of 10 kopecks in 1990 is quite low. Although it has some value, there are a large number of such copies on the world market, and moreover, in excellent condition. Due to the low turnover, this coin has not undergone any changes, so the price of it will not rise soon
Butterfly collecting is one very old, common and fascinating hobby. The opportunity to preserve the short-lived beauty of nature in your home for decades attracts millions of enthusiastic people around the world
What is a thaler? An ancient coin that became the basis for the monetary systems of most countries of the world. In the names of most national currencies, you can find a common root "taler". This monetary unit is considered to be one of the first international currencies
At the beginning of the new millennium, the Moscow Mint, in cooperation with the St. Petersburg Mint, minted a coin of 10 kopecks. The cost of 10 kopecks in 2000 is no more than 10 rubles, and this is taking into account the fact that the coin is in excellent condition. Otherwise, the price will drop to 5 rubles, or even less
The Morgan Silver Dollar, named after its designer George Morgan, is one of the most beautiful and rare coins in the world. Its release ended at the beginning of the 20th century, but true connoisseurs and collectors continue to collect them all over the world. Like any object that causes admiration, the Morgan coin has a non-fixed value, depending on many indicators
Description of the functionality and scope of the term "symmetric coin". Examples of its use in probability theory are given, as well as a paradox of probability theory is described and situations where a symmetrical coin is used in life are given