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Coin Collecting (Numismatics)
Coin Collecting (Numismatics)
The further from centre, the more strongly this hobby leans that way. Your quiz answers are scored against exactly these fifteen.
Collecting coins for their history, minting errors or metal, usually narrowed to one country or period. Grading and authenticity are the main skills.
TonightTime to first win
About an hourA session
Mostly indoorsWhere
Step 1: Get a loupe, some flips and a reference book.
Is it you?
What you need
3 thingsThe honest floor, taking the cheapest option in each$25
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The path
12 questsASetting up2 things to sort, in any order$26
BThen the quests
- Hunt through your change for something interesting
- Start a themed collection
- Identify a coin's date, mint and metal
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