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Wednesday, 3 September 2014

Delhi man collected rare coins and notes.

Ravi Somani then joined Delhi Coin Society to understand more about such collection and value of such items. As he developed knowledge and more information, Ravi Somani increased his collection in a scientific way. Now Ravi Somani is well known Numismatic in the collectorscircle in India.

Monday, 1 September 2014

Indian Coins Collection, Old Coins and Currencies Collection by Ravi Somani

A much renounced name in the field of Numismatics, Mr. Ravi Somani, collects Bank Notes, rare coins and colorful stamps. He is collecting these numismatic items since the British period.
A massive collection of his bank notes and old coins of India is noteworthy.

He provides immense information about the ways to collect these items, the method to reach them and handle them afterwards. He is an intending guide to the upcoming numismatist. He guides about the precautions to be taken while collecting and investing in bank notes and coins.
Observing the coin or a bank note carefully makes oneself feel the thrill of being a numismatist. People become interested in these numismatic collectibles after they closely inspect the currency in their hands.
Collection of bank notes, make your time travel freely in your past and present. When one collects the paper currencies of his country, he explores different time periods his forefathers have been in, their custom, culture and tradition and essentially for knowing the history of his motherland. Once the collector assembles the diverse currencies of his country, he becomes the stockholder of the whole country’s economy.
Ravi Somani, being an expert lays out some guidelines for a bank notes collector. The first step to evaluation is to be familiar with the characteristics of an original paper note. In order to evaluate the characteristics of an original paper note, it is essential to have a common understanding of the printing procedure and the essentials used in creating the paper notes.

There are number of ways of accumulating the numismatic collectibles without spending a large fortune on them. One can begin collecting currencies featuring the legendaries of our country- the kings, queens, leaders, national emblem. Another way is to consider the historical context as the main criteria. For example, the British period in India, the period of the reign of a particular dynasty, the period after independence etc.




Handling the paper notes carefully is the next after the collection.
Bank notes or paper notes are made using paper. One must hold the notes with clean hands, to prevent transfer of oil or any dirt onto the paper. Food and beverages must be kept away to avoid spilling on the valuable bank notes. As the expected life of paper money is proportional to the careful handling of the paper money.

To invest in old coins and bank notes is much better to invest in gold which is unreachable to most of the people these days.
Gold can be still found in the goldmines but on the other hand, these old currencies are no more to be found as they are issued in a limited quantity. The scarcity of these numismatic collectibles leads to ascend the price of these coins and notes. Collecting old coins and notes have become today a unique and an interesting plus profiteering hobby. People are always in search of new leisure pursuits. This hobby gives you pleasure and earnings. So what’s better than this?


About the author- Kritika Khurana is a well- liked blog and article writer on old coins, paper notes and currencies. Her blogs are read and considered to gain more valuable information. To know more visit- http://www.ravisomani.com/

Thursday, 28 August 2014

Coins Collection Tips Ravi Somani

The term Coin comes from the Latin term “cuneus” and it is supposed that the first noted draw on coins was witnessed in China and Greece approximately in 700BC. A coin is a chunk of metal of an authorized mass, designed and created under the restrictions of an authorization for its utilization as a means of exchange and also for commercial transactions. Thus, it becomes an essential element of our livelihood.

The East India Company commenced homogeneous coinage in the 19th century, and later on, these coins were emulated by the contemporary nation states of Pakistan, Republic of India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Numismatists play an important role in shaping precise phase of Indian ancient history.
Collection of rare, obsolete and old coins is a fascination and an elite pursuit and which has secured extreme recognition in the era of last century.


The name, Ravi Somani mounts higher because of his contribution in the field of Numismatics. He is a Delhi based businessman and a very popular Numismatist. As an intending guide to his fellowmen, he lays out certain things to be kept in mind for the collectors. Ravi Somani, coins collection and paper money collection is massive and exclusive. According to him, initially, a prospective collector must know that which coins are wise to be purchased or collected and what earnings or shortfall are expected in his venture. He must be aware as to where he could collect the coins from.

The collector must be conscious of the market value of the coin for the purpose of investment. The supply and demand of the coins depend upon the availability of the coins, in the market. More the coins, less will be the price incurred and rare coins fetch more money. On the other hand the interested collectors, who want to own the coins, also affect the market price of the coins.

Apart from the investment, one feels the ecstasy of collecting the coins which were used by the ancients - may be the kings or the queens. These coins take oneself backward in time and one can have the pleasure to own his inheritance.

 The term Coin comes from the Latin term “cuneus” and it is supposed that the first noted draw on coins was witnessed in China and Greece approximately in 700BC. A coin is a chunk of metal of an authorized mass, designed and created under the restrictions of an authorization for its utilization as a means of exchange and also for commercial transactions. Thus, it becomes an essential element of our livelihood.

The East India Company commenced homogeneous coinage in the 19th century, and later on, these coins were emulated by the contemporary nation states of Pakistan, Republic of India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Numismatists play an important role in shaping precise phase of Indian ancient history.
Collection of rare, obsolete and old coins is a fascination and an elite pursuit and which has secured extreme recognition in the era of last century.


The name, Ravi Somani mounts higher because of his contribution in the field of Numismatics. He is a Delhi based businessman and a very popular Numismatist. As an intending guide to his fellowmen, he lays out certain things to be kept in mind for the collectors. Ravi Somani, coins collection and paper money collection is massive and exclusive. According to him, initially, a prospective collector must know that which coins are wise to be purchased or collected and what earnings or shortfall are expected in his venture. He must be aware as to where he could collect the coins from.

The collector must be conscious of the market value of the coin for the purpose of investment. The supply and demand of the coins depend upon the availability of the coins, in the market. More the coins, less will be the price incurred and rare coins fetch more money. On the other hand the interested collectors, who want to own the coins, also affect the market price of the coins.

Apart from the investment, one feels the ecstasy of collecting the coins which were used by the ancients - may be the kings or the queens. These coins take oneself backward in time and one can have the pleasure to own his inheritance.

Tuesday, 26 August 2014

Ravi Somani Deals in All British Time Stamp Collection, Coins Collection

"Stamps are an abstruse form of investment," says Ravi Somani, the numismatist and a philatelist dealing in rare stamps, unique autographs, coins and paper money collection. Thus, it is not startling that a successful Indian investor realizes collection of stamps and ancestral coins as not just a hobby, but a way to make large fortune whereas other investment sources proffer unstable proceeds.

The compilation and examination of different postage stamps became famous in the 19th Century. It came to be called as philately which has been drawn from the Greek word, “ateleia” which means, exemption from tax.

Indian trade in postage stamps contributes to the escalation and progress of philately in India. According to Ravi Somani,the minimum appreciation one can get on a unique stamp is 15 to 20% per year,in accordance to the standard stamp catalogues. Thus, a philatelist may not fear of losing any money. He will always be benefited. Ravi Somani has a display of his rare stamps, issued by the Britishers, before Independence. He believes in sharing his knowledge and collection with the upcoming collectors.

At the very first, in order to collect and invest in the ancient stamps, the collector must make sure that the stamps are in good condition in order to fetch more value. One can collect the stamps, depending upon his/ her genre of interests. It can be stamps related to historical context, famous personalities, political discourses, national or international events, warriors, soldiers, agriculture, monuments, scientists, mode of transport etc.

  There are many distinctive sources for stamps.The collectors can buy the new issues from the nearest post office, the cheapest and the best way. There are special auction for stamps and many dealers who are ready to sell their stamps.


Once an interested person gets into this trade, he cannot turn back. He can feel the thrill of collecting ancient stamps which helps to know more about our country’s ancient culture. There is immense knowledge about Numismatic and Philatelic which is like an unending fervor. The craving of collectors can never be satisfied as this becomes a part of life more than a hobby. To know more, contact Ravi Somani. Every feedback and sharing will be warmly greeted.

Thursday, 21 August 2014

Coins Collection | Indian Coins Tips For Collectors Ravi Somani

The term Coin comes from the Latin term “cuneus” and it is supposed that the first noted draw on coins was witnessed in China and Greece approximately in 700BC. A coin is a chunk of metal of an authorized mass, designed and created under the restrictions of an authorization for its utilization as a means of exchange and also for commercial transactions. Thus it becomes an essential element of our livelihood.

The East India Company commenced homogeneous coinage in the 19th century, and later on, these coins were emulated by the contemporary nation states of Pakistan, Republic of India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Numismatists play an important role in shaping precise phase of Indian ancient history.
Collection of rare, obsolete and old coins is a fascination and an elite pursuit and which has secured extreme recognition in the era of last century.



The name, Ravi Somani mounts higher because of his contribution in the field of Numismatics. He is a Delhi based businessman and a very popular Numismatist. As an intending guide to his fellowmen, he lays out certain things to be kept in mind for the collectors. Ravi Somani, coins collection and paper money collection is massive and exclusive. According to him, initially, a prospective collector must know that which coins are wise to be purchased or collected and what earnings or shortfall are expected in his venture. He must be aware as to where he could collect the coins from.

Tuesday, 5 August 2014

Coins Collection Tips By Ravi Somani

A child is obsessive about his possession be it the collection of toffees, colour pencils or stones. Many children reflect their excellence or profession they would opt for in their future. Robert Frost says that if vocation and avocation are combined then it does wonders and his object in living is to combine the vocation and avocation- “Two Tramps in a Mud Time”.
 Uniting the work of pleasure with the work of need, results in benefiting the society as well as one’s life.

Ravi Somani, a Delhi based businessman, found his interest in collecting the antique coins, stamps, paper notes and autographs which he beholds it as a heritage. Since childhood he was fanatical about his rare possession. Years gone by and he held his interests seriously in order to acquire the importance of his collection and to invest through them. And now he serves the nation as being an important member of the Delhi Coin Society, he is well known amongst the Numismatic, the coins collector in India.

The Ravi Somani Coins Collection stockpile assortment of Indian coins since 1835, the period since the uniform coinage was launched in India by the British Empire. The studying of the Heritage India, its culture and history, is accustomed by the studying of these primordial articles.
Ravi, being a socialist, invites the folks with same interest to assess his website and to share their collections with him.

As an activist, he has embarked upon working for the under privileged children through his NGO named as Different Strokes.

Saturday, 2 August 2014

Ravi Somani Collection of East India Company Coinsage

The term Coin comes from the Latin term “cuneus” and it is supposed that the first noted draw on coins was witnessed in China and Greece approximately in 700BC. A coin is a chunk of metal of an authorized mass, designed and created under the restrictions of an authorization for its utilization as a means of exchange and also for commercial transactions. Thus it becomes an essential element of our livelihood.

The East India Company commenced homogeneous coinage in the 19th century, and later on, these coins were emulated by the contemporary nation states of Pakistan, Republic of India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Numismatists play an important role in shaping precise phase of Indian ancient history.
Collection of rare, obsolete and old coins is a fascination and an elite pursuit and which has secured extreme recognition in the era of last century.



The name, Ravi Somani mounts higher because of his contribution in the field of Numismatics. He is a Delhi based businessman and a very popular Numismatist. As an intending guide to his fellowmen, he lays out certain things to be kept in mind for the collectors. Ravi Somani, coins collection and paper money collection is massive and exclusive. According to him, initially, a prospective collector must know that which coins are wise to be purchased or collected and what earnings or shortfall are expected in his venture. He must be aware as to where he could collect the coins from.
http://www.ravisomani.com