Posted by jov3n- trader202 on Friday, March 16, 2012,
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Coin
If we been involved in collecting rare or commemorative coins, we need at least to know the how to grade the coin condition as a basic bases to it's purchase value.
See the estimated grade / condition level designation above each pair of pictures. View each grade level and compare your coin. When your coin fails to match the details of a particular grade, figure your coin to be the grade prior.
Good ~ Very heavily Worn with even wear over the entire coin surface. Artwork is outlined but may la... Continue reading ...
Posted by jov3n- trader202 on Tuesday, December 13, 2011,
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Postal Stamp
To commemorate the centenary of the first postage stamps issued in the Philippines under the Spanish rule, the postal authorities issued a series of special stamps. In the center of the stamp is an exact replica of the first stamp issued in the Philippines, the 5 Quartos carmine showing a profile of an effigy or Queen Isabela II of Spain, On its left side may be seen Magellan landing on its shores. He hold in his left hand a flag and his upraised right hand a sword. Directly behind him is a p... Continue reading ...
Posted by jov3n- trader202 on Thursday, November 3, 2011,
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Metal: Copper Nickel-zincWeight: 2 gDiameter: 17.8 mmThickness: 0.9 mmShape: RoundObverse:National Seal, a Ribbon reads "Republic of the Philippines".Lettering: CENTRAL BANK OF THE PHILIPPINES. REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
Reverse: Lady Liberty with Hammer. Smoking Volcano on the right. Beaded circle around rim.Lettering: TEN CENTAVOS.1966
Among this, the most rare date is 1958, quantity produced is only 10M pcs. This coin is one of my favs, we could see a combo design from American era which is... Continue reading ...
Posted by jov3n- trader202 on Tuesday, October 25, 2011,
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Value : 1 Centavo (0.01 PHP)
Metal : Bronze
Weight: 5.3000 g
Diameter: 25 mm
Thickness: 1.65 mm
Shape: RoundObverse Lettering: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, S 1944
Reverse Lettering: ONE CENTAVOS, FILIPINAS
Edge: SmoothThe current value of the coin in USD2.0 or more for a very fine condition. Mine is only Php10.00/piece since it only be graded as "Good" from a close friend which is also a dealer. A fair enough price, but let's not forget that the value ... Continue reading ...
Posted by jov3n- trader202 on Thursday, October 20, 2011,
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After the Spanish-American War in 1898, Philippines were ceded to United States as part of their settlement between Spain and US. During the US administration, they issued a coinage for the Philippines Islands under the commonwealth regime until 1935.Below is the One Centavo (0.01PHP) and his specifications;Year: 1903-1936
Metal: Bronze
Weight : 4.7 g
Diameter : 24.8 mm Thickness: 1.45 mm
Shape: Round
Edge: Smooth
Obverse Lettering: UNITED S... Continue reading ...
Posted by jov3n- trader202 on Wednesday, October 19, 2011,
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Postal Stamp
1963 Stamps and First Day Covers commemorating President Manuel Roxas, the third and last President of the Commonwealth and the first of the Republic of Philippines. He was born on January 1, 1892 in Capiz which is now Roxas City. During World War II – Japanese Invasion in the Philippines, He secretly work on Philippine Army as Liaison Officer between US and Philippine Guerrilla Movements.President Manuel Roxas served as the President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines in a brief period... Continue reading ...
Posted by jov3n- trader202 on Tuesday, October 18, 2011,
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Postal Stamp
May 15, 1974 First Day Covers in commemorating Gabriela Silang for her bravery against the Spaniards. Envelops are attached with a block of four stamps, issued as one of the Famous Filipino Series in the Philippines Postal Stamps.Her complete name is María Josefa Gabriela Cariño Silang (March 19, 1731 – September 20, 1763), she was the wife of the Ilocano insurgent leader, Diego Silang. Following Diego's assassination in 1763, she led the group for four months.Together with Cariño, and S... Continue reading ...
Posted by jov3n- trader202 on Monday, October 17, 2011,
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Postal Stamp
The stamp issued through commemorating the proclamation of independence of the Republic of the Philippines under the power of United States of America, July 4 1946. The set is compose of three types; Red, Green & Blue with the value of 2c, 6c, 12c consecutively in singles and 30 pieces per sheet. The stamp shows a Filipina woman with a native dress of our country, a crown of laurel and stand holding a Philippine National Flag, behind her is the different flag of other countries. The stamp iss... Continue reading ...
Posted by jov3n- trader202 on Friday, October 14, 2011,
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Commemorating Philippine Culture Decade, One Peso. I know this coin long ago at my school days and used this to buy some sweets, at that time... I'm not quite yet interested to collect coins. I purchased this item now (2011) to other trader for the price of Php20.00/pc.Obverse: Seal of the Republic of the Philippines
Lettering: REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS, 1-PISO 
Reverse: Busts of 3 Indigenous Filipinos, Rice Terraces, Hills, Abaca Plants, Zamboanga VintasLettering: DEKADA NG KULTURANG PILIPINO, 1... Continue reading ...
Posted by jov3n- trader202 on Thursday, October 13, 2011,
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Pope Paul VI Commemorative Nickel 1 Peso Coin, minted to commemorate the visit of Pope Paul VI to the Philippines 1970. For me, this is very rare coin which we can see two "heads" in single coin because one side features Pope Paul VI head and while the other side features President Ferdinand Marcos head.Bought
this item from "Banko Sentral ng Pilipinas", selling price is only
Php100.00/pc. Unfortunately, the teller just give me directly this coin
without sealed case because of that... we'l... Continue reading ...
Posted by jov3n- trader202 on Wednesday, October 12, 2011,
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Coin
During my college days I've been fascinated to collect coins. this is after I've heard the news that all old Philippine coins will be replace by a new design or series. However, some bad events happen and lost all my stuff. I just started back again nowadays to continue my long old hobby.Old coins are much more interesting and valuable than newer coins for most collectors grading. But it depends on metal contain of course. Most old coins are made of valuable materials such as silver & gold, t... Continue reading ...
