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How the 1837 Feuchtwanger Cent Nearly Changed US Coinage
The 1837 Feuchtwanger Cent was a privately issued coin that gained public acceptance during a national coin shortage, offering a glimpse of what US currency could have become if Congress had chosen a different path
Numismatic trivia shakes up coin club meetings
Coin clubs are swapping lectures for trivia contests and knowledge games. These activities are pulling in new faces, testing what collectors know, and giving meetings a fresh spark.
Collectors Reveal the Coins They Most Regret Letting Go
From rare Buffalo nickels to elusive Morgan dollars, collectors open up about the coins they let slip away-and what those moments taught them about the real value of collecting.
Toned Indian Head cents spark fierce bidding among collectors
Indian Head cents with bold natural toning are now some of the most fought-over coins in the US market. Proofs with green, rainbow, or magenta colors can sell for twice as much as standard coins, but many are still within reach for collectors.
Rare coin auctions top $1 million as collectors chase 2026 issues
Auction prices for rare coins are hitting new highs as collectors go after both classic silver dollars and the latest 2026 coins. The end of the penny and rising premiums on copper cents are changing what people spend and what they stash away.
US bans foreign coins and shrinks the cent in 1857 currency overhaul
The Coinage Act of 1857 forced foreign coins out of US circulation and introduced a smaller, nickel-based cent. This move standardized American money and ended the use of Spanish and Mexican silver in daily transactions.
Emirates NBD Egypt warns customers: Don't hand your card to strangers at ATMs
Emirates NBD Egypt is telling its customers to keep their cards and PINs safe at ATMs. The bank warns that giving your card to anyone you don't know could lead to theft or loss of your money.
Munich Show adds numismatics section with top auction houses
From October 22 to 25, 2026, the Munich Show will open a new numismatics section. Leading auction houses, dealers, and grading services will fill a 3,000-square-metre space with coins, medals, and paper money.
Three Million Dollar Victory Statue Anchors Rare Coin Gallery in Beverly Hills
A $3 million gilded bronze Victory statue by Augustus Saint-Gaudens now stands at the new Lipton Coins, Fine Art & Antiques gallery in Beverly Hills, where rare early US gold coins and landmark American currency are shown alongside fine art and antiques.
US Mint unveils 2027 Working Dogs coins with fresh designs
The US Mint has shown off six new coin designs for 2027, each one honoring therapy, service, and K-9 dogs. Money from the program will help fund assistance dogs for veterans and first responders.
Rare Date Coins sets the pace in certified US gold collecting
Led by Amandeep Jassal, Rare Date Coins has become a go-to name for certified US rare coins and gold. Collectors and estates turn to the firm for expertise, market insight, and access to coins that rarely surface elsewhere.
CIT's 2026 summer coin launch brings global stories to silver
CIT's 2026 summer launch rolls out seventeen new collector coins, each telling a story-from world landmarks to key moments in American history. Limited mintages and advanced minting set these coins apart for collectors.
Rare US 26 cent coin sells for nearly $17,000 at auction
A one-of-a-kind US Mint error coin, showing both a cent and a quarter, just sold for almost $17,000. Struck in 2000, this coin's overlapping designs make it a standout in the world of rare coins.
Computer coin grading brings lab-level precision to collectors' desks
New computer-powered grading tools are putting scientific coin analysis in the hands of collectors, promising faster results and a unique digital ID for every coin.
Malaysia's 1971 50 sen coin: The hidden tools that shaped its edge
A steel tool set used to stamp the edge lettering on Malaysia's 1971 50 sen coin has come to light. Collectors now get a rare look at the machinery behind a major shift in the country's coin production.
Civil War Two Cent Coin Reveals Hidden Indian Cent Portrait
A faint Liberty profile from an Indian Head cent shows up on the 1864 Two-Cent Piece. The FS-1901 variety is a rare mistake and a glimpse into the money crisis of the Civil War.
Canada, Czechia, and São Tomé and Príncipe unveil new banknotes
Three countries have rolled out new banknotes that mix history with cutting-edge security. Canada puts King Charles III on its $20 bill, Czechia marks 100 years of central banking, and São Tomé and Príncipe celebrates independence.
ANA membership dues to rise as collector costs climb
The American Numismatic Association plans to raise membership dues starting November 2026, blaming inflation and higher costs. Collectors will see new annual and life membership rates as the ANA works to keep its educational and member services going.
How foreign matter creates rare error coins in modern minting
Foreign objects can get into coins at any stage, from molten metal to the final strike. Knowing how these errors happen matters for collectors and anyone watching the real value of physical money.
Washington asks public for ideas on 2029 Innovation Dollar Coin
Washington State wants residents to suggest which innovation or innovator should appear on its 2029 American Innovation $1 Coin. Final picks go to the US Mint by October.
New online shop gives collectors 24/7 access to affordable Celtic coins
Chris Rudd's business hits a turning point as Liz Cottam rolls out a new website and an always-open online shop for Celtic coins, all with fixed prices under £1,500.
Hobo nickel collection heads to major auction in 2026
Kagin's will auction the Candace D. Kagin Collection-more than 600 hand-carved hobo nickels, including rare works by Bo Hughes and Bert Wiegand-starting September 28, 2026.
Rare US Treasury artifacts show the untold story of American money
A major Washington exhibition brings together the Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle, Buffalo Nickel, and 1896 Educational Series notes, exposing the artistic ambitions and political motives behind America's most famous currency designs.
US Mint reveals 2026 Diamond Field Morgan and Peace dollar set
The US Mint is set to launch its 2026-P Diamond Field Morgan and Peace dollar set, featuring a diamond-patterned field, dual 1776-2026 date, and a Liberty Bell 250 privy mark. The set will cost $375 and is limited to 160,000 pieces.
Why the 1974 aluminum cent is still out of reach for collectors
The US Mint made over 1.5 million aluminum cents in 1974, then ordered almost all of them destroyed. Decades later, the few that survived are stuck in legal limbo, with the government insisting collectors can't own them.
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