Coinoscope: Coin identifier


Rating: 3.7	Downloads: 1,000,000+
Category: Books & Reference	Offer by: Miccron

App Features

Advanced Camera-Based Scanning: Using your smartphone’s camera, Coinoscope instantly identifies the coin by analyzing its size, shape, color, and markings. This eliminates guesswork when you’re out shopping or cleaning coins, allowing you to quickly determine denomination, origin, and even historical context with a simple photo. Imagine scanning a foreign coin during travel or identifying a family heirloom with just a tap.
Comprehensive Database & AI Matching: With over 50,000 coin profiles spanning ancient artifacts to modern circulation coins, the app uses AI to cross-reference your input against detailed datasets. This provides not only the exact value but also historical facts, mintage details, and composition data, making identification significantly faster and more accurate than flipping through reference books.
Detailed Information & Market Insights: Beyond basic ID, Coinoscope offers real-time market values based on current collector demand, rarity factors, and auction data. It even suggests similar coins or variations in its extensive library, helping enthusiasts understand numismatics depth while casual users get practical value estimates for everyday finds.
User-Friendly Interface & Multiple Input Methods: Designed for accessibility, users can scan coins directly via camera, upload existing pictures, or input manual details like dimensions and symbols. This flexibility caters perfectly to beginners who need simple answers while providing power tools for dedicated numismatists.
Offline Mode & Dark Mode Support: Key identification data is cached locally for offline use, and the dark theme reduces eye strain during evening sessions or in low-light numismatic sessions. This thoughtful design makes Coinoscope practical whether you’re at a coin show, in a dimly lit archive, or just at home browsing casually.
Custom User Collections & Price Tracking: Create personal vaults to log identified coins, mark rare finds, and track fluctuating collector values. The app syncs across all your devices, building a personalized numismatic library while helping you monitor investment performance over time.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

Incredible speed and accuracy
Regular updates expand coin database
Works in natural light with basic smartphone camera
Offline capabilities for field use

Cons:

Limited effectiveness with heavily worn or damaged coins
Advanced features require subscription
Database still missing extremely rare specimens
Occasional misidentifications with similar-looking foreign coins

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does Coinoscope work well for worn or damaged coins?
A: While it performs exceptionally on most standard circulation coins, extremely damaged or altered pieces may yield less accurate results. For such cases, detailed manual input helps improve recognition.

Q: Are there any costs associated with the app?
A: Yes, the basic functionality is free, but advanced features, extensive databases, and premium insights require a subscription starting at $4.99/month.

Q: How often is the coin database updated?
A: Major updates occur quarterly, adding thousands of new entries, with weekly minor updates for accuracy improvements and user feedback integration.

Q: Can I use Coinoscope to identify foreign currency?
A: Absolutely! The app supports identification of over 80% of global circulating coins, including historical and commemorative issues from more than 150 countries.

Q: What happens if my coin isn’t recognized?
A: The app suggests closest matches based on available data. You can then manually enter details like diameter, weight, symbols, or mint marks to get a more precise identification.