Coins and Denominations - Page 9
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How the US Twenty-Cent Coin Became a Rare Collector's Item
The United States' experiment with a twenty-cent silver coin lasted just four years, leaving behind a denomination that confused the public and now fascinates collectors for its rarity and historical context
How Medusa's Image Shaped Ancient Greek and Roman Coinage
Medusa's transformation from myth to monetary symbol reveals how ancient societies used her image for protection, power, and political messaging on coins across the Mediterranean world
Final Joel Iskowitz Coin Marks End of US Cent Era at 2026 ANA
A limited copper coin designed by Joel Iskowitz will be given away at the 2026 ANA World's Fair of Money in Pittsburgh, commemorating the end of the circulating Lincoln cent and honoring key figures in American numismatics
Niue Issues Silver Coin Honoring 75 Years of Chabad Leadership
A new legal-tender silver coin from Niue marks 75 years since Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson became the Lubavitcher Rebbe, blending numismatic design with Jewish history and a unique physical connection to the Rebbe himself
Stack's Bowers Galleries Opens San Francisco Numismatic Showroom
Stack's Bowers Galleries has launched a new gallery in San Francisco's Financial District, expanding access to rare coins, bullion trading, and auction services for collectors and dealers on the US West Coast
2026 U.S. Constitution Quarters Begin Circulation Nationwide
The U.S. Mint is launching the 2026 semiquincentennial Constitution quarters, featuring James Madison and Independence Hall, as part of a series marking key moments in American history and currency design
U.S. Mint Launches 1916 Walking Liberty Gold and Silver Set
The U.S. Mint unveils its third Best of the Mint release, pairing a 1916 Walking Liberty Half Dollar in gold with a new silver medal, both honoring America's 250th anniversary and limited to 30,000 sets
Hungary Releases Gold Florin Coins Honoring King Matthias I
Hungary's 2026 commemorative coin series features gold and base-metal florins inspired by the medieval coins of King Matthias I, offering collectors a modern tribute to a pivotal era in Hungarian monetary history
How Michigan Coin & Bullion Handles Gold and Rare Coin Transactions
Michigan Coin & Bullion in Bloomfield Hills offers in-person evaluation and transparent pricing for gold, silver, and rare coins, serving collectors, investors, and those liquidating estates in the Metro Detroit area
How MacArthur's Promise Shaped the 1947 Philippine Peso Coin
The 1947 Philippine peso and fifty centavos coins, featuring Gen. Douglas MacArthur, marked a rare tribute to a living foreign figure and reflected the nation's wartime history, postwar identity, and evolving currency design
1904 Morgan Dollar Marks End of an Era for US Silver Coins
The 1904 Morgan Dollar was the last of its kind from Philadelphia before a 17-year halt in US silver dollar production. Its survival through mass melting and limited releases has made high-grade examples rare and historically significant
Why Gem 1967 Roosevelt Dimes Remain Scarce Despite Record Mintage
The 1967 Roosevelt dime saw the highest production in U.S. history, yet truly high-grade examples are rare. Discover how policy changes and collector sentiment shaped the fate of this common but elusive coin.
Tracing the Origins of Coin Collecting and Early Dealers
Explore the documented beginnings of coin collecting, from ancient rulers and Renaissance scholars to the first professional coin dealers in the United States, and see how the hobby evolved into a global pursuit
Atlas Numismatics Adds 390 Rare Coins and Medals to Global Inventory
Atlas Numismatics has expanded its fixed-price list with 390 new coins, medals, and tokens, spanning over 2,000 years of monetary history and including rare gold, silver, and platinum pieces from Europe and the Americas
How the 1851 Humbert $50 Slug Shaped California's Gold Economy
The 1851 Augustus Humbert $50 gold slug, a rare coin from California's Gold Rush, bridged the gap between raw gold and trusted money. Its story reveals how early Californians turned gold dust into a functioning currency system
1915-S Panama-Pacific Half Dollar Sets Auction Record for US Coinage
A rare 1915-S Panama-Pacific Exposition Half Dollar graded MS-68 by PCGS is set for auction, highlighting the coin's historical significance and scarcity after most of the original mintage was melted due to low demand.
Rare $47,300 Saint-Gaudens Coin Highlights July US Auction Premiums
A 1924 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle graded CACG MS67 sold for $47,300 in July, far outpacing similar coins and illustrating how certification and condition can drive dramatic price differences in the US rare coin market
US Mint's 2026 Commemorative Coin Sales Signal Renewed Collector Interest
Sales of the US Mint's Semiquincentennial and FIFA World Cup coins are drawing new attention from collectors, with early demand suggesting these releases could help revive interest in physical currency collecting as the 2026 anniversary approaches
Rare 1828 Costa Rica 8 Escudos Coin Set for $300,000 Auction
A gold 8 Escudos coin from Costa Rica's brief federal era will be auctioned in 2026, with experts estimating its value at up to $300,000. The coin's design reflects a pivotal moment in Central American monetary history.
1939 Proof Walking Liberty Half Dollar Sets Grading Record
A 1939 Proof Walking Liberty Half Dollar graded Proof-68+ by PCGS and approved by CAC will headline Stack's Bowers' Summer 2026 auction, highlighting the rarity and preservation standards that define top-tier U.S. coin collecting
World's Fair of Money 2026 Highlights Rare Coins and Modern Innovation
The World's Fair of Money returns to Pittsburgh in August, featuring rare coin exhibits, modern mint innovations, and educational events for collectors and currency enthusiasts at all levels.
Coin Collecting Knowledge Shields Buyers as US Tax Exemptions Shift
Coin and precious metals collectors face changing sales tax rules across US states, with recent legislative moves affecting exemptions and highlighting the value of numismatic expertise for buyers and sellers
Half Dome Collection Sets New Benchmark for US Gold Coin Rarity
A Wall Street executive's Half Dome Collection now leads three CAC Registry categories for early 20th-century US gold coins, including the record-setting $1.8 million 1911-D Indian Eagle, highlighting the challenge of assembling such rare sets
US Mint Reveals 2026 Trump $1 Coin for Semiquincentennial
The United States Mint will issue a new $1 coin featuring President Donald J. Trump in 2026, marking the first time in a century that a sitting president appears on US coinage. The release coincides with the nation's 250th anniversary
How the 1937 Matte Proof Sovereign Became a British Coin Rarity
The 1937 Matte Proof gold sovereign is one of the rarest British coins, created for King George VI's coronation and never released for circulation. Its unique finish and limited production continue to attract collectors and drive auction premiums
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