Collecting the Lincoln Penny 101
There’s no more familiar fixture in American numismatics than the Lincoln cent. The coin debuted in 1909 and has seen the United States through 20 presidents, two world wars, and the Great Depression.
The tenacious...
What Happens if the Penny Goes Away
There has been speculation for some years about the lowly cent coin and whether it will be abolished. The best indication of this is the official U.S Mint report for 2021 which indicates that...
Franklin & Kennedy Half Dollars
United States-proof coins have always been among my favorite coins. When I first started collecting at 10 years old, the first coin I purchased at my local coin shop was a 1962 proof Franklin...
1804 Capped Bust Right Eagle Plain 4, PCGS Coin of the Month
The 1804 Capped Bust Right Eagle Plan 4, PCGS PR63 is the Professional Grading Service's (PCGS) Coin of the Month.
The 1804 date has long held an allure with collectors who appreciate the mystique and legacy...
1878 8 Tailfeathers Morgan Dollar, PCGS Coin of the Month
The 1878 8 Tailfeathers Morgan Dollar, PCGS PR66CAM is the Professional Grading Service's (PCGS) Coin of the Month.
There are few coins as popular as the Morgan dollar, a large, classic silver coin and a true collector’s...
Ancient Coin Collecting 101
Ancient numismatics covers a wide range of coins representing several civilizations that existed during antiquity. Generally speaking, it refers to currency minted from about the mid-seventh century B.C. in Greece to the end of...
The History of Colorized Coins
The popularity of coins with color on them drives certain segments of rare coin markets and collectors. Morgan Dollars, type coins, and classic commemoratives are all distinct types of numismatic coins where beautiful and...
Top 12 Coins to Make Money in 2023
2023 looms as a crossroads for coin collecting with economic variables, including domestic and world events, all playing a part.
We continue to see an emphasis on coins representing calamity and survival hedges. Consequently, the...
Top 10 Coin Collecting & Investing Tips
When buying or selling rare coins you need to keep some basic rules in mind. These rules can have a direct and significant impact on the health of your bank or crypto account.
Here is...
1821 Capped Head Left Half Eagle, PCGS Coin of the Month
The 1821 Capped Head Left Half Eagle, PCGS PR65CAM is the Professional Grading Service's (PCGS) Coin of the Month.
Early U.S. Gold Coinage
Early United States gold coinage has broad appeal for its rarity, beauty, and history....
