It can be argued that no living person has had a more significant impact on numismatics than Queen Elizabeth II. This sentiment is especially true in terms of volume since she has appeared on more coins than anyone else. In fact, she has appeared on coins from at least 35 countries, which is more than … Continued
What is a Proof Coin? The U.S. Mint defines the proof strike type as “a specially produced coin made from highly polished planchets and dies and often struck more than once to accent the design. Proof coins receive the highest quality strike possible and can be distinguished by their sharpness of detail and brilliant, mirror-like surface.” The … Continued
The rise of the internet, online dealers, and social media have made coin collecting far more accessible over the past few decades. Accumulating a diverse collection from numerous sources has never been easier. For many, though, selling coin collections remains a daunting task. The intimidating nature of selling coins is especially true for those who … Continued
Graded, also known as certified or slabbed, coins, are given labels upon which information like their grades, designations, and specifications are displayed. A multitude of NGC and PCGS coin labels exist in a wide variety of themes, adding another layer of collectibility to graded coins. What Are Graded Coin Labels Today, many of the coins … Continued
How to Clean Your Coins Properly Cleaning coins is a touchy subject that many collectors have very strong opinions about and rightfully so. If a coin is cleaned improperly then it may decrease the value and appeal of that specimen. So, if you want to know how to clean coins, the best answer is probably … Continued
Ancient coins are an excellent way to learn historical facts and gain a unique assortment. Take a look at five fascinating coins available at ModernCoinMart to get your ancient coin collection started! The average coin collector of the 21st century is likely to be interested mainly in modern or classic coins from the United States or other countries … Continued
The U.S Mint began releasing annual proof sets in 1936 that included one proof of each coin that was struck for circulation that year. The practice continues to this day with many collectors considering the annual proof set a ‘must get’ every year. Since the early 19th century, the United States Mint has been producing proof … Continued
ModernCoinMart proudly presents an in-depth article on coin toning. This article will cover what causes coin toning, precious metals that are the most prone to toning, and more! What are toned coins? Toning is the visual evidence of a chemical interaction process. The metal in the coin interacts with ambient chemicals, often oxygen or sulfur, … Continued
This entry will cover some of the most frequently seen Ancient Coins from the Roman, Greek, and Byzantine Empires. These are the most common denominations of ancient coins. Greek Coins Electrum Staters The first coins of the world, minted in electrum, were staters and their fractional parts. The most common size of the earliest coins was … Continued
The Una and Lion Coin is one of the most stunning coins ever made. Read more to learn about this classic numismatic design and its modern iterations! Who Designed the Original Una and Lion Coin? William Wyon remains one of the most prolific and admired artists in the history of British coinage. Wyon was responsible for … Continued
