How to Help a Child Start a Coin Collection

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: All you really need is some loose change and you are ready to go.

   A magnifying glass might come in handy for looking for certain markings on each coin.
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   Step 2: You may also need something to store your coins in.

   An envelope or jar will serve that purpose quite well.
   
   There are special folders or albums that you can buy which have special slots in them for each coin.
   
   At the right price, they will cost around $5 (depending on size) , Collect only pennies, or nickels, or only coins made in or after a certain year. , There's a history/geography lesson on each coin which provides a wonderful opportunity for children to learn about the country or world they live in. , These can be found at any library or in any book store.
   
   There is also a book called Coin Collecting for Kids that helps expand the child's idea of just collecting for fun.
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   Step 3: The best way to for children to start a coin collection is to narrow the focus.

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   Step 4: Do some research about the images on the coins.

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   Step 5: For the advanced coin collector

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   Step 6: a coin reference book would be helpful.

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