SearchWhy do people collect coins? First of all it is fun to collect stuff. But collecting coins has some special attractions.
- Coins can be souvenirs to remember places, people or special events.
- Coins can be beautiful—they come in lots of shapes, colors and sizes.
- Coins can be clues to the past.
- Coins can help spark an interest in geography.
- Knowledge about coins can help you identify rare coins that might show up at a store or even on the ground.
- Because most coins are made of metal, they will last and be cherished for a long time.
- A coin collection can become more valuable over time.
Play games that take the mystery out of coin collecting! Visit the U.S. Mint Coin Classroom.
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