Buried treasure is something that still exists today. Whether it is ancient Roman coins in Europe, Classic American coins in the U.S., or some other instance of accumulated wealth lost to time, coin hoards that have been found throughout the years can represent centuries of forgotten history. Once in a while, either the mainstream media … Continued
The Lincoln Cent has a fascinating history that relates to American history in general and numismatic history in particular. Issued since 1909, the coin has been a mainstay of American currency. Now, the U.S Mint is issuing three new cents that bear the West Point Mint’s “W” mint mark, the first of their kind! These … Continued
The British Royal Mint has continued to release exciting new additions to the Queen’s Beast series. Learn more below about the latest issues commemorating the Unicorn of Scotland, Black Bull of Clarence, Falcon of the Plantagenets, and White Greyhound of Richmond. What are the Queen’s Beasts? In 1953, British sculptor James Woodford created ten statues for Queen Elizabeth … Continued
Every American knows the U.S. is founded on the ideals of liberty and freedom and most have heard of Lady Liberty, usually because they know about the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor.
The number of exemplary coins sold – either at auction or in private sales – for more than $1 million has continued to grow over the past 20 years. Within that broader category are the most expensive coins, those which have brought more than $5 million each! While this list seems to be dominated primarily … Continued
Those new to coin collecting may have a predisposed idea that the best coins are shiny coins, and while that can be true in some cases, it’s not always. This idea tends to lead to the cleaning of coins, which can reduce their appearance and, ultimately, their value. Ask any seasoned coin collector how to … Continued
To be a successful precious metals stacker, it is crucial to have an accurate understanding of the many factors that influence the precious metals market. Though it is impossible to predict each major event that causes the market to fluctuate, it can be beneficial for both new and seasoned collectors to read though several of … Continued
Read about President Trump’s decision to move the U.S Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem and the resulting coins released by the Mikadash Education Center to mark the occasion! Marking Mideast History with New Coins On May 14, 2018, President Donald Trump made good on a campaign promise of moving the United States Embassy in Israel … Continued
Coins from the United States Mint have a long and storied history. Here are ten fun facts you didn’t know about coins ranging from the first President who appeared on circulating coinage to the name of the bison that appears on the Buffalo Nickel.
The U.S. Mint has released a new series of commemoratives to celebrate the centennial of three classic American coins: the Walking Liberty Half Dollar, the Standing Liberty Quarter, and the Mercury Dime. Each one of these coins are being restruck in .9999 fine gold, using their original 2016 design. These three coins are major releases … Continued
