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Ryan Quinlan

Coin Collector

Ryan Quinlan is a coin collector and content creator based in Cary, North Carolina. With over 10 years of experience, Ryan shares content on coin collecting, coin roll hunting, silver stacking, and metal detecting on social media. His YouTube channel @QuinsCoins boasts over 130k subscribers and nearly 28 million views, with some of his top series include "Coin Roll Hunting Competitions", "Coin Quest", and "Detecting with Ryan". Ryan has a bachelor’s of engineering in Computer Science from the University of Michigan.

Education

  • BE, Computer Science, University of Michigan

Favorite Piece of Advice

Ryan Quinlan is passionate about educating and inspiring beginner and intermediate-level coin collectors through both informative and entertaining coin-collecting videos. He doesn't believe that there is a right or wrong way to collect - all that matters is that you are enjoying the hobby and having fun!

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Co-authored Articles (10)

The Best Ways to Clean Copper or Zinc Pennies

Coin collector Ryan Quinlan explains how to restore shine to non-valuable pennies If you collect coins or just want to play a round of penny ante, it’s nice to have a shiny stack of pennies at the ready! In this articl...

How to

Get Quarters

Whether you need quarters for laundry or to stock your restaurant's register drawer, finding a convenient way to make change is key. The easiest way to get multiple $10 rolls of quarters is at a bank. Some banks just mak...

How to Clean Pennies with Vinegar & Make Your Coins Shine

Bring old, dirty coins back to life with this cool projectAs copper pennies continually change hands, they become prone to tarnishing and collecting dirt. This makes them harder to distinguish from other coins and may ma...

How to

Clean Rusty Coins

You have a stash of old coins, but they're coated with rust. You can use dedicated metal cleaners to remove rust, but you may also have success with acidic solutions like vinegar, lemon juice, or soda. Think before you c...

How to

Clean Copper Coins in Seconds

Brighten old, dark pennies in seconds! No scrubbing necessary at all. The effect is achieved only where the mixture has been in contact with the coin, so ensure you cover the entire coin! '''Note: If you suspect your c...

How to

Metal Detect

Metal detecting is a surprising and worthwhile hobby. You can do it almost everywhere, and though you may not find something every time, your patience will pay off. Whether you're just curious about your backyard or want...

Find Out How Much Your Dime is Worth

Find out if your dime is worth more than 10 cents!Some dimes are worth hundreds or even thousands of dollars—if you know what to look for. From rare mint years to collectible errors and silver content, a dime’s tiny ...

How to

Store Gold Coins Properly

Like all high-value items, gold coins require some extra attention when it comes to storage. Whether you’re a bullion connoisseur or a financial speculator, investing in quality security and using proper display 5 Febr...

Your Complete Guide to Cleaning Ancient Coins

Expert-backed tips on when to clean a coin & the safest ways to do itAncient coins offer a window into the past. However, they are often dirty when you acquire them. If recommended by an appraiser, you can clean them whi...

How to

Photograph Coins

Coin collectors and dealers will find it useful to know how to photograph coins to their best advantage. If you're selling coins online or displaying them on your hobby blog, the photographs need to be clear and well lit...