02.19.08

Gold Coin Collecting

 

coin collecting is something that dates back to the when coins were first issued for trade. It was only in the Middle Ages that people turned this into a hobby because of the art work and the historical value.
coin collecting today is still a hobby that many people enjoy. One of the most precious and […]

08.14.07

Civil War Bullet Collecting

 

Civil War Bullet Collecting:  A Hobby that Honors the Past
Did you know that during the Civil War, more than 1000 different types of bullets were used?  This is one reason Civil War bullet collecting has become a popular hobby.  Another reason is that the time of the Civil War saw changes taking place in the […]

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03.21.07

How to Value Your Collectable Items

 

The first thing you will need to do is check out the condition of your item, be it a train, doll, Disney collectable, or some other collectable item. Is it scratched, torn, clean, dirty, new, in a box, without a box? You get the idea…
Use a good light source and check the item out very […]

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12.18.06

Pin Collecting

 

Pin Collecting: A Friendly Obsession

Pins are a hot collectible that offer an added advantage over other collections - they are small and do not take up much room. Pins are available in many motifs and themes. Some of the most collectible themes are Disney characters, sports teams, and Hard Rock Cafe. […]

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Rock Collecting

 

Rock collecting is a fascinating hobby for kids and adults alike. While rocks are common, cheap, and found everywhere, the variety is huge. Collected rocks can be displayed in many ways, from rock gardens to neatly kept showcases, making rock collecting a versatile hobby.
When rock collecting, you will soon find out that rocks can be […]

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