[header] How to count coins [title] Gather all of your coins together. [step] Empty your change jars, pants pockets, coin purse, piggy bank, and any other places you have holding your coins. If you want to be really thorough, check between the couch cushions and in your dresser drawers as well. 
[title] Separate the coins into piles based on their type. [step] Create individual piles for each coin type.