Top 5 ‘Gotta Have’ Coins
By John Albanese
In our information technology-based world, the desire to experience pleasure or fulfillment without delay predominates. There are probably a few things you...
Rare 1838-O Half Dollar Could Sell For Half Million Dollars
A half million bucks for a half dollar? It's a good deal if you're talking about the super-rare 1838-O Capped Bust half dollar, which...
Coin Auctions — Before the Internet Ruled (Part I)
Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part series reflecting on coin auctions prior to Internet bidding being commonplace. Enjoy Part II >>>
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Physical Bitcoin Gains Collector Acceptance
PRICE RECORDS CONFIRM MARKET DEMAND
Not often does a new category of numismatics emerge out of nowhere. The beginnings of coinage in Ancient Lydia around...
Gold, Silver Prices Down On Positive Economic News
Gold and silver prices lost ground this morning, June 3, 2021, on a slew of good news that the service sector is performing stronger...
Examining Dates on Coins
By R.W. Julian
When beginning collectors find a coin dated in the 1800s or earlier, they automatically assume that was the year it was actually...
It’s News To Me: A Nickel for Your Thoughts
Every year at this time, I think about a 2003 publicity stunt that was only supposed to promote awareness of a coin show but...
PCGS Coin of the Month: 1836 Gobrecht Dollar
The 1836 Gobrecht Dollar, PCGS PR64 is the Professional Grading Service's (PCGS) Coin of the Month.
Is the Gobrecht dollar best considered a pattern or a...
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Rebel With a Mint: Breakaway Country Rises With Issues
By Dr. Kerry Rodgers
Few countries are as misunderstood as the Principality of Hutt River.
Collectors will be hard-pressed to find its issues in the Standard...
The Nickel Behind the Nickel: Part I
By Steve Voynick
Editor's Note: After you enjoy Part I of this fascinating topic, we invite you to check out Part II >>>
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Two Young Numismatists Receive ANA Scholarships
The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has awarded 2021 college scholarships to Paige Price from Bolivar, Missouri, and Madeline Rodriguez from Evanston, Illinois. Each winner...
