Articles
To try to keep the Australian coin collector up to date with the latest news and information concerning collecting Australian coins and the storage of their coin collections we'll be publishing articles on this site from time to time. We'll try to keep these short and informative, but if you're after longer and more frequent coin and coin collector related information head over to our Australian Coin Collector Blog. There's new articles being posted there all the time.
For the Newbie - What does PCGS MS64 really mean, it's over my head.
We get a lot of questions from people about what the title means on our coin listings. For those who don't know who PCGS is or what on earth MS64 means then this short explanation should shed some light for you.
How to Use SAFLIPs
Our recommended method of using SAFLIPs.
Some Alternative Methods of Using SAFLIPs
This article describes some alternative methods of using archival safe SAFLIPs.
Other uses for The Purple Penny storage solutions -your badge collection or other collectables.
The team were recently contacted by an ex-collectable dealer with a dislike for pvc storage materials just as much as us! He noted some of the perils of storing phonecards in pvc pages having the cards stick to the pages and transfer the ink from the cards onto the pages and having them rendered worthless. These days this gentleman is a collector of badges and his questions related to the ideas of storing his badges in our coin pages. What a brilliant idea! Read on to find the solution...
A readers comments.....
We've recently corresponded with a fellow collector who has expressed his concern to us about his current storage methods and is taking steps to remedy his collection for future archival conservation.
The importance of grading a coin yourself
It's very important whether you own the coin or are looking to buy a particular coin that you make your own assumptions on grade before taking the plunge. It's in your own best interest to have a basic knowledge about grading or consult someone you trust before you make that important purchase or decision regarding your coin.
Storage Options for Slabbed Coins
Have you thought about how to store your slabbed coins? It's a difficult choice and you have to know what you want from you collection. Do you want to store them to view them and appreciate your collection? Do you need to store them in a safe or safety deposit box? Whatever your answer will determine how you store your slabbed coins.
PCGS Graded Australian Copper Coins and Colour Codes
In this article we take a look at how PCGS grades mint state copper coins and what the PCGS colour codes mean and how they apply them. We also look at how PCGS grades Australian copper coins and offer up some tips for those looking to purchase PCGS graded Australian copper pre-decimal coins.
Understanding PCGS slabbing, certification and the Population Report
A brief article discussing getting coins graded by PCGS, how to use the PCGS population report, and what a coins certification number is.
The Purple Penny's personal Coin Storage Recommendations -from the Collector
A question to The Purple Penny asking about storage options for your prized personal collection.
The Purple Penny Project
Our Vision for Coins, Collections and their Caretakers.
The Purple Penny Coin Accessories
We've designed and manufactured our own 100% PVC free coin storage accessories:
The Purple Penny 40mm Coin Album
The Purple Penny 20 pocket Coin Album Pages
Read on.....
PVC Free Coin Holder Recommendations
In this article I cover some recommended coin holders that you can use safely with our PVC Free and Acid Free Coin Album Pages.
Third Party Graded and Slabbed Coins
Third party coin grading and slabbing isn't new, it is starting to take hold on the Australian coin market though. Read what we think about it here.
What coin accessories are available in Australia and are they safe?
It is often very difficult to get factual and specific information out of coin shops, dealers or numismatic suppliers about what their coin storage products are made of. The Purple Penny team recently consulted with one of the biggest coin storage and accessory suppliers in the world asking them specifically about the materials used in their products that they distribute worldwide.
The Purple Penny and Raw Coins
The Purple Penny is committed to the concept of third party graded and slabbed Australian coins. From time to time though, you may see unslabbed or "raw" coins for sale on our website. Read this article to find out why.