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Welcome to the MyKoyns learning hub — a curated starting point for anyone interested in coin, banknote, and medal collecting. Whether you’re new to numismatics or looking to deepen your knowledge, these resources are organized to guide you from basic concepts to specialized references. Start with the basics below and progress at your own pace — or jump to specialized topics if you already have some experience.

New to Collecting? Start with the Basics

These beginner-friendly blogs and articles introduce the fundamentals of Philippine coins, banknotes, and medals.

Beginners Guides

New to Numismatics

Learn what numismatics is, how collections are formed, and the basic terms every collector should know before starting.

Practical guidance on handling, storing, and protecting coins and banknotes to prevent damage and preserve long-term value.

Preserving Value: The Essential Guide to Storing and Handling Coins and Banknotes

Fundamentals and Basics

Curated videos and articles on how coins are produced.

How Coins Are Made: Curated Videos & Articles

Reference guides for spotting counterfeit coins using visual checks, tests, and warning signs.

Detecting Counterfeit Coins: Tips for Collectors

A reference guide showing how to estimate a coin’s precious metal content using weight, purity, and current spot prices.

Calculate Precious Metal Content: Intrinsic Value of Coins

Ready to Explore Further?

Apply what you’ve learned by browsing real examples or diving deeper into Philippine numismatics.

Explore Philippine Numismatics Catalogs

Documented reference lists of Philippine coins, banknotes, medals, and tokens:

numismatics.ph – A comprehensive reference for known Philippine numismatic items.

en.numista.com – An international numismatic catalog that includes Philippine coins, banknotes, medals, and tokens.

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