History

The history of coins and currency dates back over 5,000 years to the first known use exchanged currency for bartered good and services. As you are building your collection, learn the stories of some of the most famous coins in the world. 

Die Struck vs Die Cast Coins

Die Struck vs Die Cast Coins

Die struck coins are made using an engraved stamp pressed into the coin with significant force, while die cast coins…
What Was the Gold Standard Act of 1900? 

What Was the Gold Standard Act of 1900? 

The Gold Standard Act of 1900 officially placed the U.S. on the gold standard, requiring all paper money to be…
What Was the Coinage Act of 1873? 

What Was the Coinage Act of 1873? 

The Coinage Act of 1873 removed the silver dollar from circulation and put the U.S. on the gold standard. While…

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Lucy Pickens and the Confederate $100 Bill

The only woman depicted on any CSA currency is Lucy Pickens – the Queen of the Confederacy.

Why are Philharmonics so Special to Austria?

Read this article to find out why Philharmonics are special to Austria, from their iconic design and purity to their fractional sizes and heritage.

Under Three Flags – The New Orleans Mint

The New Orleans Mint was the only mint in history where it flew under three flags and it remains an important historical landmark today.

What are National Bank Notes?

National bank notes are an important part of history and remains that way today. Different from federal reserve notes, national bank notes can be found

The Legend of the Mexican Libertad Coin

The Mexican Libertad coin is one of the most popular coins on the market. The design is widely considered one of the most illustrious and

Silver Thursday | The Hunt Brothers Scheme

Fueled by an enormous amount of capital, the Hunt brothers continued stockpiling Silver and purchasing Silver futures contracts. By early 1979, the price of Silver

Five Famous Coin Artists and Their Work

These five coin artists played an integral role in creating lasting designs that were important and awe-inspiring both for their time and future generations of
Royal Canadian Mint coins

Royal Canadian Mint Production Technology

In 2001, the Royal Canadian Mint became the first mint in the world to use laser technology in its manufacturing process. The molten pattern is

The History of 40 Percent Silver Coins

Also known as junk Silver, 40% Silver is highly sought after by Silver investors and metal stackers. Learn about the value of buying junk Silver

The History Of 90% Silver Coins

Also known as junk Silver, 90% Silver is highly sought after by Silver investors and metal stackers. Learn about the value of buying junk Silver

The History of Large Size U.S. Currency

The history of large size U.S. currency is an important one that can be traced all the way back to the beginning of the nation's

The Greatest Silver Dollar Hoard in History

There was a rather large silver dollar hoard in history that not many people talk about. It consisted of over 200,000 bags that contained 1000

The Role of Coins in History

Learn how ancient coins shaped the world's payment system, from ancient Gold coins and ancient Roman coins to ancient Greek coins. Buy your own Gold

The Gold Standard Throughout U.S. History

Define Gold standard, discover the Gold standard’s pros and cons in U.S. History. APMEX carries historical Gold coins and bullion at competitive prices. Whether you

The Demand for Silver Throughout History

The demand for Silver today is higher than ever because it is a crucial component of mobile phones and widely manufactured electronics.

Gold Demand Throughout History

While the Gold Rush was a period of significant demand, modern technology has created a level of need for Gold that is higher than ever

The $10000 Gold Certificate

The history of the $10,000 Gold Certificate is wrought in infamy. It is an interesting and satisfying account for any collector of numismatics and history

The Great War Silver Dollar

Morgan Silver Dollars have perhaps one of the most rich historical contexts of any coin. America had a love affair with Silver Dollar, which prompted

The Story of Pre-1933 Gold Double Eagle Coins

The 1933 Double Eagles hold their place in history because they were the last Gold coin struck before the infamous Gold coin recall of 1933.

Where are Coins Minted in the U.S.?

The U.S. Mint represents the most traditional of American values and takes pride in their coins and their ability to hold value and connect generations

The History of Small Size U.S. Currency

Small size currency is an important and beneficial numismatic item because it has historical roots. This rare currency can be bought at competitive prices through
The only woman depicted on any CSA currency is Lucy Pickens – the Queen of the Confederacy.
Read this article to find out why Philharmonics are special to Austria, from their iconic design and purity to their fractional sizes and heritage.
The New Orleans Mint was the only mint in history where it flew under three flags and it remains an important historical landmark today.
National bank notes are an important part of history and remains that way today. Different from federal reserve notes, national bank notes can be found
The Mexican Libertad coin is one of the most popular coins on the market. The design is widely considered one of the most illustrious and
Fueled by an enormous amount of capital, the Hunt brothers continued stockpiling Silver and purchasing Silver futures contracts. By early 1979, the price of Silver
These five coin artists played an integral role in creating lasting designs that were important and awe-inspiring both for their time and future generations of
In 2001, the Royal Canadian Mint became the first mint in the world to use laser technology in its manufacturing process. The molten pattern is
Also known as junk Silver, 40% Silver is highly sought after by Silver investors and metal stackers. Learn about the value of buying junk Silver
Also known as junk Silver, 90% Silver is highly sought after by Silver investors and metal stackers. Learn about the value of buying junk Silver
The history of large size U.S. currency is an important one that can be traced all the way back to the beginning of the nation’s
There was a rather large silver dollar hoard in history that not many people talk about. It consisted of over 200,000 bags that contained 1000
Learn how ancient coins shaped the world’s payment system, from ancient Gold coins and ancient Roman coins to ancient Greek coins. Buy your own Gold
Define Gold standard, discover the Gold standard’s pros and cons in U.S. History. APMEX carries historical Gold coins and bullion at competitive prices. Whether you
The demand for Silver today is higher than ever because it is a crucial component of mobile phones and widely manufactured electronics.
While the Gold Rush was a period of significant demand, modern technology has created a level of need for Gold that is higher than ever
The history of the $10,000 Gold Certificate is wrought in infamy. It is an interesting and satisfying account for any collector of numismatics and history
Morgan Silver Dollars have perhaps one of the most rich historical contexts of any coin. America had a love affair with Silver Dollar, which prompted
The 1933 Double Eagles hold their place in history because they were the last Gold coin struck before the infamous Gold coin recall of 1933.
The U.S. Mint represents the most traditional of American values and takes pride in their coins and their ability to hold value and connect generations
Small size currency is an important and beneficial numismatic item because it has historical roots. This rare currency can be bought at competitive prices through

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