Why Ancient Coins Are More Powerful Than You Think | Ep 135

Dean Kinzer, Why Ancient Coins Are More Powerful Than You ThinkYou’ve probably assumed ancient coins are expensive museum pieces, but the truth is you can own real history for far less than most people realize.In this episode, we sit down with Dean Kinzer, owner of KinzerCoins, to unpack why ancient coins weren’t just money. They were the original mass communication system, a tool for propaganda, and a surprisingly accessible way to own tangible history.You’ll learn:1. Why ancient coins were used to spread information across empires2. How rulers built trust and authority through coin design3. Why some ancient coins cost less than a night out4. What beginners get wrong when buying coins online5. How to collect for meaning or long-term value6. Why coins tied to names like Constantine, Julius Caesar, and Alexander the Great still matter todayThis episode is for you if:1. You love history and want something tangible you can actually hold2. You’re curious about alternative collectibles (without spending a fortune)3. You don’t want to get scammed buying coins online4.You want a hobby that’s part investing, part storytellingIf you’ve ever wanted to hold a real piece of ancient Rome or Greece in your hand, this conversation will change how you think about money and history.Timestamps01:04 Intro and meet Dean02:36 Why ancient coins and Dean’s story06:11 The coin that pulled him in08:44 Coins as propaganda09:02 How empires spread information10:12 Athenian Owl and trust11:25 Do modern coins do this too12:26 Grading basics and why you should never clean coins13:47 Coins becoming art again15:20 Shekel of Tyre and ancient artistry16:41 Currency changes and mintages18:23 What Dean sells for beginners19:23 Ancient coins are affordable20:26 Constantine coin example21:46 Fun ways to collect22:49 Coins as history speaking24:11 Story versus investment24:31 Name value coins like Caesar and Alexander26:09 What Julius Caesar coins cost27:52 Why ancient coins feel underrated28:45 Wearing coins and the Teddy Roosevelt story29:44 Zodiac, sports, and music coins31:21 The six dollar ancient coin reaction32:14 How to find Dean33:11 Avoiding fakes and buying safely33:56 Wrap-up34:19 Dean can source specific coins35:24 Outro and subscribeSTAY CONNECTED:https://www.instagram.com/the1percent_podcast/ https://www.facebook.com/the1percentpodcast/http://tiktok.com/@the1percent_podcastPodcastWANT TO CONNECT TO OUR HOST?Vin:Email: Vincentinfante.lifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vin.infante/Shane:Email: [email protected] ON OTHER SITESSpotify: https://bit.ly/3HtT10CApple Podcast: https://bit.ly/3HtT10C