1. What supplies do I need to begin?

The supplies you will want are limited only by your budget and your imagination. For a novice coin collector, you'll want to purchase some acid-free envelopes or coin holders, and maybe some cardboard albums or cards to hold your collection. A sturdy box or carton is a good idea too. As you get more involved in acquiring and maintaining your collection, you'll find a wide variety of storage and handling supplies at online suppliers and in local hobby shops.

The supplies coin collecting hobbyists have to choose from can be overwhelming. As with any new hobby, there can be a great deal of new things to buy in order to get started. Fortunately, many of the supplies coin collecting websites and stores sell are inexpensive, and these supplies add an exciting level to collecting old rare coins. Here is a brief description of the supplies coin collecting enthusiasts and hobbyists will need to get started.