Countless people find enjoyment in collecting rare coins, especially history buffs. Coins are a way to travel back in time. For a child, collecting rare coins is a fun and engaging way to learn about history. Franklin Street Coin Company in Cincinnati, OH, buys and sells rare coins and other collectables. 

With years of experience in rare coins, they provide three ways rare coins help collectors explore history:

• Learn History From Various Time Periods & Societies: Coins are a great way to learn the history of a specific time period or society you may not have bothered to study otherwise. Franklin Street Coin Company carries rare coins from as far away as China and as old as 1,000 years. Many coins feature the ruler at the time that you can take it upon yourself to learn more about.
• Learn About Monumental Historical Events: Coins are rich in history. Collecting coins can teach you about monumental historical events going on when they were struck. In the ancient world, coins were sort of like the newspaper. For example, Roman coins often depicted the war that was going on at the time and contained military propaganda.
• Remember Your Own Personal History: When you start collecting coins, you will subconsciously attach memories to those coins. Each coin will represent a time in your life. You may have had an old lucky penny as a child that you kept throughout your life, and viewing that penny will bring back memories from your childhood. Your personal memories are just as important as the societal ones!

If you’re interested in starting or expanding your coin collection, stop by Franklin Street Coin Company in Cincinnati, OH. Their coin shop has weekly specials and sells many exclusive coins. They also provide coin appraisal services if you'd like a current value of your collection. For more information, call them at (513) 554-0851, or visit their website.