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. 

Why Are Some Quarters Painted Red? 

Why Are Some Quarters Painted Red? 

In the 1950s and 1960s, business owners painted some quarters red to use as house coins or test coins in…
What Was the Bretton Woods Agreement?

What Was the Bretton Woods Agreement?

The Bretton Woods Agreement Act created an international monetary system, the International Monetary Fund, and the World Bank.
A List & History of the American Women’s Quarter Series 

A List & History of the American Women’s Quarter Series 

The American Women’s Quarters program is a series of quarters released between 2022 and 2025 that feature American women who…

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Silver Quarters Throughout History

Own one of the many quarters from different parts of history today. Whether you are looking for rare quarters or modern National Parks quarters, you

Historic Precious Metals Price Spikes

Understanding historical price chart movements is ideal when determining your next investment. Here, APMEX will show the historic Gold, Silver, Platinum, and Palladium price spikes

A Brief History of The United States Mint

The United States Mint celebrates their 225th anniversary. Its history is unique, but steeped in the annals of time. Now with branches throughout the country,

A Look Back on the Iconic American Eagle (1986-2017)

The American Eagle program has remained popular with both investors and collectors since the series began in 1986. What started with stunning Gold and Silver

A Brief History of Carson City Silver Dollars

Produced from 1878-1904, and again in 1921, the Morgan Silver Dollar is one of the most iconic coins ever created by the United States Mint.

1921 Silver Dollar Coin Anniversary Act Signed by the President

Legislation seeking coinage to recognize the centennial anniversary in 2021 of the transition from the Morgan to the Peace dollar has been signed by President

The Impact of COVID on Coin Circulation

The United States is facing an unusual coin shortage. This isn't necessarily due to a supply problem, but a problem of circulation.
Own one of the many quarters from different parts of history today. Whether you are looking for rare quarters or modern National Parks quarters, you
Understanding historical price chart movements is ideal when determining your next investment. Here, APMEX will show the historic Gold, Silver, Platinum, and Palladium price spikes
The United States Mint celebrates their 225th anniversary. Its history is unique, but steeped in the annals of time. Now with branches throughout the country,
The American Eagle program has remained popular with both investors and collectors since the series began in 1986. What started with stunning Gold and Silver
Produced from 1878-1904, and again in 1921, the Morgan Silver Dollar is one of the most iconic coins ever created by the United States Mint.
Legislation seeking coinage to recognize the centennial anniversary in 2021 of the transition from the Morgan to the Peace dollar has been signed by President
The United States is facing an unusual coin shortage. This isn’t necessarily due to a supply problem, but a problem of circulation.

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