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Coin Collecting

Collecting coins is one of the world’s oldest hobbies and experiences that continues in popularity today. Learn more about the best ways to start, organize, or sell your collections today.

What is the American Numismatic Association? 

What is the American Numismatic Association? 

Learn about the history and impact of the American Numismatic Association (ANA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the study and…
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What is Coin Provenance?

What is Coin Provenance?

What is coin provenance? Read this article to find out why coin provenance is becoming more popular in the world…
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Silver Quarters – Key Dates and Varieties

Silver Quarters – Key Dates and Varieties

Explore rare and valuable Silver Quarters Key Dates, uncovering the historical significance and limited mintages that make these coins a…
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Buffalo Nickels – Key Dates & Varieties

Unearth the hidden treasures of the Key Dates from the Buffalo Nickels series with our expert guide.
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American Silver Eagles – Key Dates & Varieties

Discover the most rare and historically significant American Silver Eagle Key Dates in our comprehensive article.
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Peace Silver Dollars – Key Dates & Varieties

Read our guide about the Peace Dollar Key Dates & Varieties to build out your collection with the most coveted coins from this series.
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Why Should I Buy Pre-1933 Gold and What Happened in 1933?

Global collectors and investors covet pre-1933 gold coins. With their scarcity and intrinsic worth, these enduring coins intrigue enthusiasts and investors alike due to their
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Morgan Dollars – Key Dates

Explore the wide range of Morgan Dollar Key Dates in our guide. Uncover the rarest coins that are treasured by collectors, and gain valuable insights.
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Mercury Dimes – Key Dates

Uncover the Mercury dimes key dates with our holistic guide. We cover the history and significance of the most sought-after coins from the series.
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Indian Head Pennies – Key Dates & Varieties 

Discover the world of Indian Head Pennies Key Dates with our detailed guide. Learn about the most valuable cents and the history behind different designs.
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A Lincoln Wheat Penny in a slab next to the reverse of the cent.

Lincoln Wheat Pennies Key Dates

Discover the Key Dates of the Lincoln Wheat Pennies series with our comprehensive guide. We share the rare and value key dates so you know
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The Splendor of the Elliott Markoff Coin Collection

Discover the Presidential Elliott Markoff Coin Collection, a testament to the artistry and historical significance.
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Saga of the Eid Mar Coin’s False Provenance & Its Shady Dealer 

The ancient Roman Eid Mar coin commemorates the Ides of March. This article discusses the falsified provenance of an Eid Mar coin sold in 2020.
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Commemorative King Charles III Coronation Coins

Following the coronation of King Charles III, four Commonwealth mints issued commemorative coins to celebrate the King.
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An Ancient Bactria Tetradrachm, facing obverse.

Should You Clean Ancient Coins?

Chemical reactions between cleaning products and the surface of your ancient coin’s metal can form compounds that damage the coin. Many cleaning chemicals will advance
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The Five Rarest Quarters Worth Real Money

From 1796 to present, collecting sets of quarters has been a popular past time. Today we discuss the five rarest quarters to collect.
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The obverse of the 1913 Buffalo Nickel.

How the 1913 Buffalo Nickel Made it into Production in Spite of the U.S. Mint

Often considered an iconic American coin, the 1913 Buffalo Nickel was not originally accepted and appreciated. Learn more about this popular coin!
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Large Bills in U.S. Currency

Before small bills were issued, large bills were issued. Most represented a portion of gold. Discover highly collectable bank notes.
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The 20 Franc Gold Rooster

20 Franc Roosters were minted during the French Third Republic. The legendary “Angels” and the well-known “Roosters” are part of an extensive collection known as
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How To Insure a Coin Collection

Step-by-step guide on how to insure your coin collection by adding additional insurance.
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Build a Dime Collection | The Most Collectible Dimes

There are many ways to collect dimes and many collections that can be built. Start here with our expert-written guide on the most collectible dimes
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A Beginner’s Guide to Error Coins

Learn about error coins and how they are created. Also, explore how rare and valuable some errors may be.
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Liberty Cap Half Cent 1793-1797

Half Cents – Liberty Cap 1793 – 1797

Learn the history and mintage of this fascinating half cent piece from the end of the 18th century.
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Top Ten Most Valuable U.S. Coins

See the 10 most valuable US coins and valuable contemporary coins. The most valuable is worth over $15 million!
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Buffalo Nickels – Key Dates & Varieties

Unearth the hidden treasures of the Key Dates from the Buffalo Nickels series with our expert guide.
Read More

American Silver Eagles – Key Dates & Varieties

Discover the most rare and historically significant American Silver Eagle Key Dates in our comprehensive article.
Read More

Peace Silver Dollars – Key Dates & Varieties

Read our guide about the Peace Dollar Key Dates & Varieties to build out your collection with the most coveted coins from this series.
Read More

Why Should I Buy Pre-1933 Gold and What Happened in 1933?

Global collectors and investors covet pre-1933 gold coins. With their scarcity and intrinsic worth, these enduring coins intrigue enthusiasts and investors alike due to their
Read More

Morgan Dollars – Key Dates

Explore the wide range of Morgan Dollar Key Dates in our guide. Uncover the rarest coins that are treasured by collectors, and gain valuable insights.
Read More

Mercury Dimes – Key Dates

Uncover the Mercury dimes key dates with our holistic guide. We cover the history and significance of the most sought-after coins from the series.
Read More

Indian Head Pennies – Key Dates & Varieties 

Discover the world of Indian Head Pennies Key Dates with our detailed guide. Learn about the most valuable cents and the history behind different designs.
Read More

Lincoln Wheat Pennies Key Dates

Discover the Key Dates of the Lincoln Wheat Pennies series with our comprehensive guide. We share the rare and value key dates so you know
Read More

The Splendor of the Elliott Markoff Coin Collection

Discover the Presidential Elliott Markoff Coin Collection, a testament to the artistry and historical significance.
Read More

Saga of the Eid Mar Coin’s False Provenance & Its Shady Dealer 

The ancient Roman Eid Mar coin commemorates the Ides of March. This article discusses the falsified provenance of an Eid Mar coin sold in 2020.
Read More

Commemorative King Charles III Coronation Coins

Following the coronation of King Charles III, four Commonwealth mints issued commemorative coins to celebrate the King.
Read More

Should You Clean Ancient Coins?

Chemical reactions between cleaning products and the surface of your ancient coin’s metal can form compounds that damage the coin. Many cleaning chemicals will advance
Read More

The Five Rarest Quarters Worth Real Money

From 1796 to present, collecting sets of quarters has been a popular past time. Today we discuss the five rarest quarters to collect.
Read More

How the 1913 Buffalo Nickel Made it into Production in Spite of the U.S. Mint

Often considered an iconic American coin, the 1913 Buffalo Nickel was not originally accepted and appreciated. Learn more about this popular coin!
Read More

Large Bills in U.S. Currency

Before small bills were issued, large bills were issued. Most represented a portion of gold. Discover highly collectable bank notes.
Read More

The 20 Franc Gold Rooster

20 Franc Roosters were minted during the French Third Republic. The legendary “Angels” and the well-known “Roosters” are part of an extensive collection known as
Read More

How To Insure a Coin Collection

Step-by-step guide on how to insure your coin collection by adding additional insurance.
Read More

Build a Dime Collection | The Most Collectible Dimes

There are many ways to collect dimes and many collections that can be built. Start here with our expert-written guide on the most collectible dimes
Read More

A Beginner’s Guide to Error Coins

Learn about error coins and how they are created. Also, explore how rare and valuable some errors may be.
Read More

Half Cents – Liberty Cap 1793 – 1797

Learn the history and mintage of this fascinating half cent piece from the end of the 18th century.
Read More

Top Ten Most Valuable U.S. Coins

See the 10 most valuable US coins and valuable contemporary coins. The most valuable is worth over $15 million!
Read More

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