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The U.S. will stop minting pennies in 2026. This Answer explores what led to the decision, how it affects Americans, and what it means for U.S. coinage.
This Answer explores Repunched Mint Marks (RPMs), how they were formed, the primary types, and why they continue to captivate collectors of classic U.S. coinage.

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What is an Incuse Coin? 

This Answer reveals how incuse coins reversed convention with designs that offer lasting durability, artistic merit, and historical value.

What Was the Irish Florin? 

This Answer unpacks the Irish florin’s rich legacy as a silver coin that came to symbolize Ireland’s independence, culture, and collectible history.

Why Are Coins Called Change? 

This Answer covers the fascinating history behind why coins are called change, tracing its roots through centuries of commerce, trade, and evolving monetary systems.

What is a Dupondius Coin? 

This Answer explores the dupondius, a Roman coin whose color, composition, and design offer insight into the empire’s economy, politics, and culture.

What “Details” Means in Coin Grading 

This Answer explains why some coins get a details grade and how NGC and PCGS handle details-graded coins to balance transparency and value.

What is the Difference Between FDOI and FS Coins? 

This Answer breaks down two elite coin designations, FDOI and FS, and reveals why understanding the difference could shape your next collecting decision.

What is Misspelled on the 1922 Liberty Dollar? 

This Answer explores the curious case of a misspelled word on the 1922 Liberty Dollar—and the surprising inspiration behind one of U.S. coinage’s boldest designs.

What are Roman Provincial Coins? 

This Answer explores how Roman provincial coins fused local identity with imperial rule—minted by cities, rich in culture, and key to understanding Rome’s reach.

What Are the Rarest Star Notes? 

This Answer identifies the rarest star notes, detailing their limited print runs, unique serial numbers, and collector demand. Learn which ones hold the most value.

What is Silver Tiger Tongue Money? 

This Answer explores the intrigue of Silver Tiger Tongue money, an ancient silver currency from the Lan Xang and Lan Chang kingdoms, rich in history

What Are Hobo Nickels? 

This Answer explores hobo nickels—hand-carved Buffalo nickels transformed into folk art by hobos during the Great Depression, blending survival and creativity.

What are the Parts of a Dollar Bill? 

This Answer explores the parts of a dollar bill, from its design and security features to intricate engravings and symbolism, revealing the secrets behind its

What is the Dominion Grading Service? 

This Answer explores the Dominion Grading Service as well as the innovations and transparency the grading organization brought to the numismatic world.

What is a Greek Stater?

This Answer explores the origins, artistry, and impact of the Greek stater, explaining how it impacted ancient economies, trade, and coinage from the Archaic to

What Are Denticles on Coins? 

What are denticles on coins? This Answer explores their history, role in anti-counterfeiting, impact on minting, and aesthetic significance in numismatic design.

What are Nepalese Mohar Coins? 

This Answer covers the evolution of the Nepalese mohar, tracing its role from 500 BC to the present and highlighting two of its prominent designs.

What is Bamboo Money? 

This Answer explores the context and issuance of bamboo money, as well as the denominations, usage, and role of bamboo money in trade.

What was the Binion Hoard? 

This Answer covers the Binion coin hoard, describing how more than 135,000 silver dollars were involved in a murder investigation and multiple court cases.

What is a Monster Box for Coins? 

This Answer assesses differences between Monster Boxes from various mints and explores factors that impact the value of sealed Monster Boxes.

What is a Victoriatus? 

This Answer explores the historical context, value, design, and economic role of vitoriatus coins in the Roman Empire.

How Many Nations Produced Escudos? 

This Answer covers the background and issuance of the escudo and explores the escudos of 14 nations.
This Answer unpacks the Irish florin’s rich legacy as a silver coin that came to symbolize Ireland’s independence, culture, and collectible history.
This Answer covers the fascinating history behind why coins are called change, tracing its roots through centuries of commerce, trade, and evolving monetary systems.
This Answer explores the dupondius, a Roman coin whose color, composition, and design offer insight into the empire’s economy, politics, and culture.
This Answer explores hobo nickels—hand-carved Buffalo nickels transformed into folk art by hobos during the Great Depression, blending survival and creativity.
This Answer explores the origins, artistry, and impact of the Greek stater, explaining how it impacted ancient economies, trade, and coinage from the Archaic to
This Answer explores the context and issuance of bamboo money, as well as the denominations, usage, and role of bamboo money in trade.
This Answer covers the Binion coin hoard, describing how more than 135,000 silver dollars were involved in a murder investigation and multiple court cases.

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