Low-budget coin collecting

Coin collecting is still the #1 traditional hobby in the United States, and it's easy to start, and to get your kids involved, too.

First, collect all the coins lying about in your house- you may find a winner. Don't worry about if it's worth anything- just start with whatever strikes your fancy.To prevent you coins from getting scratched or dented, but them small paper envelopes before you put it in a nice box.

Go on the internet, and check out the different coin types (the year is the most imporant), and check out a flea market or mall for plastic albums designed for a series of coins, like pennies. Like baseball card and stamp collecting, it helps to store your coins well.

Eventually, if your collection starts to get big enough, start an inventory of your collection, using your computer or index cards. Stop by one of my ebay shops for affordable Lincoln Wheat Pennys.