Lady Liberty & U.S. Coinage: Continuity and Change
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.
Lady Liberty & U.S. Coinage: Continuity and Change
Expensive Coins that have sold for over $5,000,000
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
Beginner’s Corner: Don’t Clean Your Coins!
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
What Influences the Precious Metal Market?
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
Trump Marks Mideast History with Embassy Change and New Coins
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
10 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Coins
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.
2016 Liberty Centennial Gold Coins
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
2014-2017 Bullion Silver Eagles Can Now Carry “Mint Marks!”
Update as of February 2020- Struck at Silver Eagles Continue The tradition has continued ever since the first discovery of “Struck at Silver Eagles” in 2017. We have select 2020 dated bullion American Silver Eagles that were “struck at the West Point Mint,” but that do not carry its “W” mint mark. The experts at … Continued
Prooflike High Relief Gold Coins: 2009 UHR vs. 2015 American Liberty
The U.S. Mint has issued two modern gold coins struck in high relief – one is the 2009 Ultra High Relief gold $20 double eagle, and the second is the 2015-W American Liberty high relief gold $100 coin that was released on July 30th. The 2009 high relief gold coin, which sported the extremely popular design of the … Continued
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Precious Metals Measurements but Didn’t Know Who to Ask
When collectors first enter the world of precious metals there should be a huge billboard sign with flashy lights that says, “Warning – Learn Your Measurements Before Proceeding.” Unfortunately since we don’t have such signs that all collectors could see, we decided to do the next best thing and post this page to help guide … Continued
