Albuquerque Coin Club explores the world of Christmas coins
Dec 18, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – There are many different types of novelty coins. The Albuquerque Coin Club talked about everything you need to know about Christmas coins.
Every year mints from around the world produce a special coin to celebrate the Christmas holiday. While these coins have denominations matching that country's currency, they are typically made from precious metals and are worth much more than the denomination on the coin.
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The Albuquerque Coin Club promotes the interest in numismatics through the education of its members. The club sponsors two coin shows a year, and has educational presentations at its monthly meetings. It also publishes a monthly newsletter covering club activities and collecting topics of interest. To learn more about the Albuquerque Coin Club, visit https://albuquerquecoinclub.com/