Numismatic Coins
A type of metal currency with a value that is typically above that of its face value, are known as Numismatic Coins. A numismatic coin usually trades at a premium to its minted denomination due to rarity or historical value, and is considered especially desirable by those who collect coins.
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The are companies such as ICG, PCGS and NGC, that grade and authenticate coins, tokens and medals from around the world for collectors and dealers. Once coins are graded, they are typically encased, and labeled with its quality, face value, quality rating, grading company designation, and the coins’ authenticated year it was minted. Numismatic Coins will vary in value based on characteristics such as their quality, rarity, quantity, and purity.