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A striking image showing an open palm holding a single, ancient-looking silver coin with an intentionally worn and obscured profile. Above the coin, a miniature, holographic projection or diorama of iconic Roman landmarks—including the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and Trajan's Column—hovers, encircled by glowing blue energy rings. The scene is set in a modern, sunlit living room with blurred shelves and furniture in the background, vividly illustrating the concept of holding history and a civilization's legacy in your hand through a coin.

Holding Rome in Your Hand: How to Start Collecting Ancient Coins

Ancient coins are surprisingly accessible. This guide demystifies the world of collecting Roman, Greek, and Biblical coinage, showing beginners where to start and what to look for—without spending a fortune.

December 9, 2025 / Keywell Collectibles
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Spotting the Fakes: A Collector's Guide to Authenticating Rare Coins

Spotting the Fakes: A Collector’s Guide to Authenticating Rare Coins

The thrill of acquiring a rare coin is unparalleled, but counterfeiting is a growing concern. Learn to spot fakes with this essential guide to authentication, covering visual inspection, technical checks, and expert services to protect your valuable collection.

November 7, 2025 / Keywell Collectibles
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  • A collector's desk with a vintage feel. A white-gloved hand holds an old coin for inspection. The wooden desk is scattered with antique banknotes and stacks of coins, illuminated by a green banker's lamp. In the background, a glowing outline of Michigan is overlaid on a map, with the text "Echoes of the Great Lakes State" at the top.
    From the Great Lakes State: A Guide to Michigan-Related Coins and Currency
    February 17, 2026
  • A high-angle, naturally lit close-up of a small, open wooden coin display box lined with red velvet. The box holds a scattered cluster of silver coins, several of which display distinct, beautiful natural rainbow toning (iridescent colors). A large magnifying glass rests on the velvet alongside the coins. In the background on a wooden dresser, a corked glass vial labeled "SULFUR" and an old leather-bound book are visible, suggesting the chemistry and historical study behind coin toning. The coin details are intentionally obscured by the coloring and angle.
    The Rainbow Effect: Understanding and Valuing Naturally Toned Coins
    February 10, 2026
  • A dramatic, nighttime scene set in a Civil War-era military camp. In the foreground, a wooden footlocker holds a neatly folded dark blue Union uniform jacket, a cap, and a leather belt. Scattered next to the uniform are a small pile of Civil War coins, tokens, and fractional currency (scrip), partially obscuring their details. A vintage newspaper headlined "LINCOLN'S EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION" is laid over the jacket. The background features the dimly lit interior of a canvas tent, with a glowing campfire and other tents visible outside in the dark, evoking the harsh atmosphere of military life and conflict-era finance.
    Civil War Money: Tokens, Scrip, and the Economics of Conflict
    February 3, 2026

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