Spend wisely -- and then keep your collection in mint condition

Can't make heads or tails of numismatics? Welcome to a treasure-trove of information on numismatics -- or rather, coin collecting. This hands-on guide escorts you through the world's oldest hobby, covering topics such as how to decide which coins to collect, ways to protect them, buying andselling on the Internet, attending coin shows, to assembling and diversifying your collection.

Discover how to:

Store your collection correctly

Understand how age affects value

Locate rare and expensive coins

Get savvy with avoiding fakes

Get kids or loved ones involved