It is important for collecting to understand what constitutes an error coin from the US Mint. It is helpful to know how error coins occur. This guide reveals how to determine a genuine error coins versus manmade damage or alterations. Equally as important is gaining knowledge of a coin's anatomy. Understanding the parts of coin can aide in locating error specific to an area on the coin. What coins are actually in circulation that error coin seekers can locate? Not all error types are commonly found in circulation but there are many error coins that can be located from rolled coin or pocket change. Storage and preservation of coins is extremely important for serious collectors who want to protect their investment. Sadly, some people clean coins or place coin in an environment that damages the surface of coins. There are well defined error coin categories by PCGS, NGC and other numismatic organizations. Provided in this book are all of the error coin types with validated descriptions. Finally, coin grading is essential to determining the value of a coin and knowing when to send a coin for encapsulation with PCGS or NGC.
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