Many hobbies require expensive equipment to get started, but coin collecting is an inexpensive hobby that can yield a wide variety of interesting finds. There are also a lot of different types of coins available for reasonable prices, from ancient Greek pieces to modern 50p designs. You can find many more items to collect if you look into rare coins or specialized topics.
Online forums have proliferated over the years to provide valuable information to collectors. They often serve as a platform for people to trade and sell coins with other members. Some of them are open to the public and others are restricted to those who have registered. However, you should always use common sense when doing business with strangers online. You should verify any information you find on these forums before acting on it.
Coin Collecting UK Forum
Post here for any topic related to British coins, including tokens and poundage issues. This board includes pre-decimal and decimal coins from the Isle of Man, Guernsey, Jersey, and Alderney. Excludes Saxony and the German states. Also does not include re-strikes with original dies, fantasy tokens, or coins that can be put on another token board.