A Beginner’s Guide to Roman Coin Collecting: Strategies for Beginners and Beyond This clear and practical guide is designed to help new and aspiring collectors understand and enjoy the world of Roman coins. It walks readers through the basics of ancient coinage, including how Roman money worked, how coins were made, and how to identify key features like portraits, inscriptions, mintmarks, and common symbols. You'll learn how to evaluate coins in hand, how to distinguish real pieces from modern forgeries, and how to avoid common beginner mistakes when buying online or at shows. A simple 13-point checklist offers practical steps for spotting fakes and misrepresented coins before you commit to a purchase. The book also explains how to build a collection based on themes, time periods, or emperors, and how to store, label, and photograph your coins for long-term care and documentation. No matter your budget or experience level, this guide will help you define your collecting goals, explore online resources, and find your place in the numismatic community. By the end, you’ll know how to start a collection, read and understand Roman coins, research unfamiliar types, avoid scams, and care for your finds confidently and responsibly.