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The Exciting World of Coin and Paper Money Collecting!

In this one-time class students will learn the basics of coin collecting; the history of money; the different types of collections; grading; locating and storing your collection. Open doors to geography, history, art and economics.
William Reilly
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(2)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

This is a basic introductory course to the hobby of coin and paper money collecting.  No previous knowledge is necessary. It will be an on-line course with presentations along with an opportunity for students to ask questions throughout the class.   The course will cover the basics of how coins and money were invented; different types of coins and coin collections; how to store and protect your collection; connecting coins with geography, art and history; how to determine the condition of coins; where and how to purchase and add coins and paper money to your collection.

Learning Goals

Students will acquire the basic knowledge to successfully begin collecting coins and paper money.
learning goal

Other Details

Supply List
No supplies needed.  If students already have coins and paper money, they can have it with them to discuss during the class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2021
5.0
2reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Mr. Bill Reilly has over 50 years as a numismatist and 37 years as a middle school educator and archaeologist.

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$10

per class
Meets once
45 min

Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
3-10 learners per class

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