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This Answer provides a list of the available states issues and denominations of Goldback gold foil notes.
This Answer explains a deceptive strategy known as gold spoofing, some of the signs of gold spoofing, and other forms of market manipulation.

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What is PF-70 in Coin Grading? 

This Answer explains the PF-70 grade, what separates it from other grades, and how two grading organizations use different, but similar terms.

What was the Tutbury Coin Hoard? 

This Answer explores the background of the Tutbury Coin Hoard, providing several possible explanations for why the coins were buried in the Dove River.

What Was a Judean Prutah? 

This Answer covers the Judean Prutah, discussing its design, cultural significance, and purchasing power in its day.

Why is the Chinese Panda in Metric Units Instead of Ounces? 

Have you wondered why the Chinese Panda series is issued in metric units instead of ounces? This Answer explores the context of the Panda weight

What is a Peruvian Sol? 

This Answer explains the design, issuance, and context of the Peruvian sol with an emphasis on the gold Peruvian sol.

Is There a Gold Kennedy Half Dollar? 

This Answer explores the context, design, and precious metal content of the 2014 ¾ oz Gold Kennedy Half Dollar.

Are There Complete Sets of 50 State Quarters? 

This Answer covers the 50 State Quarters program and considers the availability of full 50-quarter dollar sets from the U.S. Mint.

What is the Flowing Hair Dollar? 

This Answer explores the history and design of the Flowing Hair dollar and provides context for the 2024 reissue.

How Should I Begin Collecting Swedish Krona Coins? 

This guide explores gold and silver kronor coins, their precious metal content and historical significance, and provides practical steps to build a collection.

What is a Farthing? 

This Answer explains the English farthing and describes some of the changes to its design over its centuries of issue.

Is There a Mark Twain Gold Coin? 

This Answer explores Mark Twain gold coins, focusing on the 1981 Mark Twain Gold Commemorative Arts Medal, the reason it was issued, and considers why

Can I Get a Coin Re-Slabbed? 

Have your graded coin slabs ever cracked or broken? This Answer details the steps you need to take to get it re-slabbed.

Was There a Gold Mayflower Coin? 

This Answer explains the issue, design, and collectability of the 2020 gold Mayflower coin.
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What are Chopmarks?

This Answer explains the use of chopmarks on coins, exploring why these stamps and chops were necessary and explaining how they were made.

What is the 1973 Bicentennial Commemorative Sterling Medal? 

This Answer covers the 1973 Bicentennial Commemorative Medal and breaks down its design and its issuance amid the build-up to the 1976 Bicentennial of the
A Gold 50 Peso coin, also known as a Centenario, is shown obverse and reverse.

Why is the Gold 50 Peso Called a Centenario Coin? 

Have you seen the terms Centenario coin and Gold 50 Peso used interchangeably? This Answer explains the origin of the Centenario, providing its origin and

Was There an 1883 Hawaii Quarter? 

Although it became the 50th state in 1959, have you ever seen an 1883 Hawaii quarter? This Answer explains the context for the issuance of

What is an Extruded Silver Bar?

This Answer explains what an extruded silver bar is, how it is made, and how it differs from other silver bars.

What is a Godless Dollar? 

This Answer explains how one coin earned the nickname “godless dollar” and how both the citizens and Congress of the United States responded.

What is a Privy Mark?

This Answer explains privy marks, how they are used, and provides several notable examples of recent coins with privy marks.
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What is a Lucky Angel Coin? 

This Answer explains the issuance and significance of the French gold coin known as the Lucky Angel and provides several examples of the good fortune
This Answer explains the use of chopmarks on coins, exploring why these stamps and chops were necessary and explaining how they were made.

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