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How Do I Start Collecting Philippine Coins?

Collecting Philippine coins includes a diverse array of issues, from Spanish colonialism to independence. Explore types, set goals, and build your collection step by step.

What Are the Most Popular Burundi Coins?

Explore Burundi’s most popular coins, from rare 1960s gold proofs to today’s innovative MDM art issues, prized for history, artistry, and low mintages.

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Is My 1990 No Mint Mark Penny Rare?

When does a penny become valued at 60 million times its nominal worth? Discover the history, scarcity, and worth of the 1990 No S mint

What is Eye Appeal?

What does the term 'eye appeal' mean? Explore its definition and how various grading entities assess it when grading coins.

What do You Call a Coin Collector?

Do numismatists and coin collectors refer to the same group of people? Although both engage in the collection of coins, they are not entirely identical.

What are Goldbacks?

Have you seen gold backs? They resemble the U.S. dollar but are not made from a paper-cotton blend, they have gold sandwiched between polymer layers.

How Many Coins Are in a Standard U.S. Roll?

Do you know how many coins are in a standard U.S. roll? Discover how many coins such as cents and quarters are in a roll.

What is a Roman Gold Aureus Coin?

This post breaks down the history of the gold aureus and provides some context for the value of an aureus in the Roman Empire.

What is the Best Way to Begin Investing in Rare Gold Coins?

If you are ready to learn how to start investing in gold coins, this guide details what steps to take before spending your first dollar.

How Many 1943 Copper Pennies Were Made?

In this post, we explain the factors that led to the 1943 steel cent and break down the value of a 1943 copper cent.

Are Niue Coins Legal Tender?

Could you use a Beskar Bar to pay for lunch? It depends on what country your lunch is in.

What are Silver Certificates?

Silver Certificate dollars were issued from 1878 to 1964. Investigate the "Crime of '73" and the outcry that Silver Certificates were a response to.

Is a Morgan Dollar in MS-64 Condition Rare?

Have you seen a MS-64 Morgan silver dollar? Since mintage dates to 1878, it may be a challenge to find one in this condition. Which

Where Can I Find a List of U.S. Mint Souvenir Sets?

Is there an official list of the U.S. Mint Souvenir Sets?

About the Bicentennial Quarters

Do you remember the 1976 Bicentennial quarters? These coins were created to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

When is the 2024 Silver Eagles Release Date?

Do you wait for the American Silver Eagle release date every year? Follow along and find a few more reasons to buy when they are

Why do Coins Have Ridges?

This article delves into the historical rationale behind the ridged edges on coins and outlines the advantages they offer.

What is a VAM Morgan Dollar?

Before Leroy Van Allen and A. George Mallis poured years of work into researching Morgan and Peace dollars, VAM dollars didn't exist. What are VAM

How do I Sell an Error Coin?

If you have found an error coin, how do you sell it? In this guide, we will help you learn how to sell your error

When was Silver Discovered?

Humans have used silver for millennia. Though much of its history is lost, records show its use in the Americas and Mediterranean since 5000 BCE.

What is a Gold Sovereign?

While many mints create gold coins and rounds, there is only one gold sovereign. This is the British gold sovereign. It is a sovereign gold

How is Silver Refined?

Processes for refining silver include pyrometallurgical and electrochemical methods. We briefly explain these methods and how they differ.

Why Does My Silver Bar Have Burn Marks on Both Sides?

If your silver bar appears to have burn marks, it may have been toned naturally or artificially. With a careful eye, you may be able