What is the BEST type set for a YN to collect...

llafoe

Is it the Complete Design Set from 1792-date. I'm looking for something diverse that will keep them interested. They both won't complete the set during their youth, but they'll be able to acquire, upgrade and sell during their youth as they grow their collections. Thoughts?

partagas

Just a thought, do a 20th century type first. They can always go backwards later.

Buy them some ikes and susan b's, to start off on the cheap. If interests hold then go back further in time.

LanLord

Are you trying to overwhelm them from the start?
The entire set is not completable by most collectors.

Go with a Dansco 7070
If you want to torture them go with the Library of Coins type set.

llafoe

<< <i>Just a thought, do a 20th century type first. They can always go backwards later.

Buy them some ikes and susan b's, to start off on the cheap. If interests hold then go back further in time. >>



They have most of the 20th century type set. I don't like the set since it includes several Ike's, Washington's, etc. It'd be nice if they had representation of several types, not several of one type.

llafoe

<< <i>Are you trying to overwhelm them from the start?
The entire set is not completable by most collectors.

Go with a Dansco 7070
If you want to torture them go with the Library of Coins type set. >>



The Dansco 7070 has a lot of duplication. Where can I find the list of coins included in the Library of Coins type set?

ctf_error_coins

If you want something to really keep your interest, then try to collect a "type set" of Different types of error coins. I have one and it is fascinating, educational, and certainly keeps your interest as you are constantly looking for new examples.

Ahrensdad

I like the idea of working on a type set. 19th century. Gives them an opportunity to hunt for the obsoletes.

llafoe

<< <i>If you want something to really keep your interest, then try to collect a "type set" of Different types of error coins. I have one and it is fascinating, educational, and certainly keeps your interest as you are constantly looking for new examples. >>



How many coins does an error type set include?

RedTiger

There is never a right or wrong answer to these questions. As always, collect what you like and enjoy the hobby.

A lot depends on the available budget. For beginners, a 20th century set is a good way to start because it can be completed in a short period of time with a reasonable budget. The Dansco 7070 is very popular. A full type set is beyond the reach of most YNs, but perhaps your YN is in the fortunate top 3% of coin budgets. Another question: is it really the YN's set, with their money and choices, or is it an adult set, and only YN in name only?

Another way to go is to look for coins in a particular year, or couple of years. That way there is some focus, and there are minor milestones markers along the way. For many folks, sets that take decades to complete are never finished because life gets in the way or they lose interest in the hobby because of boredom. This would tend to be more true of YNs than others.

coinguy1

Why not let him or her dictate what type set is "best", based on his or her level of interest in various options?

ctf_error_coins

"How many coins does an error type set include? "

Almost unlimited if you count compound errors (more than one error on a coin) so you will always be on the hunt.

I have an error type set with of 100 different error types on just one date. I constantly add new errors to the dated error type set.

Robb

<< <i>Why not let him or her dictate what type set is "best", based on his or her level of interest in various options? >>



Exactly.