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Proof Presidential Dollar Elliptical Planchet Error Coin Reverse
Proof Presidential Dollar Elliptical Planchet Error Coin Reverse
Proof Presidential Dollar Error Coin Wire Rim - Finned Rim
Proof Presidential Dollar Wire Rim or Finned Rim Error Coin
Proof Presidential Dollar Error Coins
Photo gallery of Proof Presidential Dollar error coins.
Proof Presidential Dollar Errors
I must confess that when I opened my first set of Proof Presidential Dollars, I thought I had a double error of sorts right from the start. First of all, the
Proof Presidential Dollar Wire Rim or Finned Rim Error Coin Detail
Proof Presidential Dollar Wire Rim or Finned Rim Error Coin
Proof Set – A Definition of Proof Set
A Definition of Proof Set
Proof Washington Presidential Dollar Struck Through Error - Struck-In Rim Burr - View 2
Proof Washington Presidential Dollar Struck Through Error - Struck-In Rim Burr
Proof Washington Presidential Dollar Struck Through Error - Struck-In Rim Burr - View 3
Proof Washington Presidential Dollar Struck Through Error - Struck-In Rim Burr
Proof Washington Presidential Dollar Struck Through Error With Struck-In Rim Burr
Proof Washington Presidential Dollar Struck Through Error With Struck-In Rim Burr
Proof and DMPL Morgan Dollars
Morgan Dollars are extremely popular coins, and widely regarded as one of the U.S.A.'s most beautiful types. Contributing to the Morgan Dollar's popularity is
Proof and DMPL Morgan Dollars - Difference Between DMPL and Proof Morgans
Learn how to tell the difference between DMPL and Proof Morgan Dollars on this coin collecting FAQ page.
Proof-Like – A Definition of Proof-Like
A Definition of Proof-Like
Protecting, Preserving and Storing Your Coin Collection
Protecting and storing your coins so that you can pass your coin collection on to future generations is an important part of coin collecting. There are many things that can ruin your coins. But if you take the proper precautions, you can enjoy your coins while providing the proper layers of protection that will ensure your coins do not get damaged or stolen.
Protecting, Preserving and Storing Your Coin Collection
Protecting, Preserving and Storing Your Coin Collection
Publications and Resources for Error Coins and Die Varieties
Error coins and die varieties are an exciting and fascinating area of coin collecting. There are many books, magazines and websites that are dedicated to this topic. This webpage contains a list of resources that can help you further your understanding of error coins and die varieties.
Quarter - What is a Quarter? U.S. Quarter Dollar Definition - Coins Glossary - Numismatic Terms - Dictionary
What is a quarter? Your Guide has the definition to this and other coin related terms in the glossary of numismatic terminology. Quarter is defined on this page.
Rail Splitter Cent Debuts Thursday
The second of the four 2009 Lincoln Cent reverse designs will be released to the public tomorrow (Thursday, May 14), when the U.S. Mint will hold a launch event
Rail Splitter Penny Off to Rollicking Start!
An estimated 3,000 people turned out at the launch of the Lincoln Rail Splitter (Formative Years) Cent in Lincoln City, Indiana last Friday. Most of those
Rare & Gold Coin Investing - Rare Coin Dealers -Coin Investment Advcie
Although most coin collectors hope their collections will increase in value over time, serious investing in gold coins and rare U.S. coinage requires careful planning. Learn about coin collecting as an investment -- what types of coins to buy, and why, and how to avoid the costly mistakes that many new rare coin invesstors make.
Rare Coin Dealers - 5 Tips on How to Find a Coin Dealer
It is fairly easy to find a coin dealer. But how do you find a reputable, honest coin dealer? We invest a lot of money in our coins, so we want to get the best prices we can. However, price isn't everything. What if your coin turns out to be fake? Will the rare coin dealer be around in five years to issue a refund? Learn how to find honest and ethical rare and gold coin dealers.
Rare Coins at Face Value!
Like many coin collectors, I got my start in the hobby as a child, by finding something strange or unusual among the daily pocket change. As a kid in the '60s,
Rare Coins in Circulation - 8 Simple Steps to Finding Rare Error Coins in Your Pocket Change
Learn how to find rare error coins and varieties in your pocket change. This tutorial will teach you a few simple steps that will allow you to quickly sort your change, so you never put a quarter worth 100 bucks into a vending machine again!
Rare coins - Famous coins - historical coins - coin profiles - Why are some coins worth millions
Famous coins and rare coins are profiled by your Guide. What makes a coin worth millions of dollars? Why are some coins rarer than others? Learn about some of the most valuable and important coins in history. U.S. coins, Canadian coins, ancient coins, and other world coins are described in the Profiles.
Raw Coins - What is a Raw Coin?
Raw Coin is defined on this coin terms glossary page.
Re-Strike – A Definition of Re-Strike
A Definition of Re-Strike
Red Book - What is the U.S. Coins Red Book
What is the U.S. Coins Red Book? The Red Book is defined on this coin terms glossary page.
Reeded Edge Defined - What is a Reeded Edge? - Definition - Coin Terminology - Glossary - Numismatic Dictionary
What is a reeded edge? Your Guide has the definition to this and other coin related terms in the glossary of numismatic terminology. Reeded edge is defined on this page.
Registry Set - What is a Registry Set for Coins?
Registry Set is defined on this coin terms glossary page.
Repunched Mintmark RPM - What is a Repunched Mintmark
Repunched mintmark, also known as an RPM, is defined on this cointerms glossary page
Reverse Proof Coins - What is a Reverse Proof Coin
Reverse Proof Coin is defined on this coin terms glossay page.
Reverse of a Coin - Coin Terms
What is the reverse of a coin? Your Guide has the definition to this and other coin related terms in the glossary of coin terminology. The reverse of a coin is defined on this page.
Review of L&C Coins
In the latest entry into my series of coin dealer reviews, I made a purchase from L&C Coins. They are a major advertiser in coin collecting-related magazines,
Rising Gold Price Presents an Investment Opportunity
Rising Gold Price Presents an Investment Opportunity
Roller Marks - What are Roller Marks on Coins
Roller marks on coins is defined on this coin terms glossary page.
Roller Marks and Weight Adjustment Marks on Coins - Diagnostics to Tell Roller Marks From Adjustment Marks
This photo diagnostic helps you determine the difference between roller marks and weight adjustment marks on U.S. coins.
Roller Marks on Morgan Dollars - Did Roller Marks Cause These Lines on the Field
Roller marks are straight, parallel lines that appear on the surface of the coin, and go underneath the devices. Although roller marks has always been the traditional explanation for these marks, there might be other causes, too. Learn all about roller marks and similar phenomena.
Roller Marks on a 1902-S Morgan Dollar
Photo of roller marks on a 1902-S Morgan Dollar (detail).
Roller Marks on a 1921-S Morgan Dollar
Photo of roller marks on a 1921-S Morgan Dollar (detail).
Roller Marks on an 1885-CC Morgan Dollar
Photo of roller marks on an 1885-CC Morgan Dollar (detail).
Roller Marks on an 1894-S Morgan Dollar
Photo shows roller marks on an 1894-S Morgan Dollar.
Round - What is a Coin-Like Round?
Round is defined on this coin terms glossary page.
Rumors About the U.S. Mint Ecommerce Outage
As most people are aware, the U.S. Mint Web site's Ecommerce section was down for a little more than a week recently. Mint Director Ed Moy issued an apology,
Rust State Quarter Error - Grease Strike Through Error Coin - Filled Die Error Coin - In God We Trust
The
SMS Coin - What is an SMS Coin?
SMS coin is defined on this coin term glossary page.
Sacagawea "Cheerios" Pattern Rarer Than We Thought?
PCGS had an interesting article in their eCollector newsletter yesterday regarding the submission of a Cheerios Dollar that turned out to be struck from normal
Sacagawea Dollar Gets New Reverse Types
The Sacagawea Dollar will be getting some new reverse types starting in 2009, thanks to a bill which has just passed both houses of Congress. H.R. 2358, known
Sacagawea Dollar Profile - The Sacagawea Golden Dollar
The Sacagawea Golden Dollar is unique among U.S. coins. Sacagawea was just 10 years old when she was kidnapped from her native Shoshone tribe. Sold into slavery by her early teens, she was purchased by a French fur trader to become his
Sacagawea Dollar With Edge Lettering Found!
PCGS is reporting on their Web site that they have paid out a $10,000 reward to Andrew Moores of Lakewood, Colorado, for submitting the first known authentic
Sacagawea Dollars Space Coins Display - Press Photographers
Press photographers and cameramen jostle for the first glimpse of the Sacagawea Dollars Space Coins Display
Sacagawea Dollars Space Gold Coins Display
The Sacagawea Dollar Space Coins Display features a spacey design layout for the 12 solid 22 kt gold coins.
Safely Storing Your Coin Collection
Safely Storing Your Coin Collection
Safes, Security & Insurance
Investing in the proper security equipment and using common sense can protect your coin collection and replace it with the inevitable happens. Follow these simple steps to maximize the protection for your coin collection.
Safes, Security and Insurance for Coin Collections
Although nobody wants to think about it, the inevitable may happen and your prized coin collection could be lost. Investing in the proper security equipment and using common sense can protect your coin collection and replace it with the inevitable happens. Follow these simple steps to maximize the protection for your coin collection.
Saints Coins - What is a Saint?
What is a Saint? Saint is defined on this coin terms glossary page.
San Francisco Old Mint Commemoratives go on Sale
Two new commemoratives, a $5 gold coin, and a silver $1 piece, commemorating the San Francisco Old Mint Building, go on sale Tuesday, August 15 at 12:00
Satin Finish – A Definition of Satin Finish
A Definition of Satin Finish
Scott Travers Book Signing at the ANA Convention in Milwaukee
Scott Travers signing books at the ANA convention in Milwaukee in August 2007
Sealand - The Coins of Sealand
Sealand is a former WWII artillery platform off the coast of England, which was abandoned as scrap after the war. During the 1960s, pirate radio broadcasters used it as a base of operations, and after some scuffles among the pirates for occupation (erm, I mean the Sealand
Searching Rolls of Presidential Dollars for Plain Edge Coins
Photo shows dozens of rolls of Washington Dollars, including some which have plain edge dollar coins in them.
Second Philadelpha Mint Compared to the Chinese Shanghai Mint
The Second Philadelpha Mint, left, and the Chinese Shanghai Mint, right, shown side-by-side for comparison purposes. The Shanghai Mint facade is a replica of the United States Mint at Philadelphia.
Secret Codes on U.S. Gold Coins?
For some reason, maybe the economy, I have been getting a couple of questions a week from folks asking about the
Seller's Fee – A Definition of Seller's Fee
A Definition of Seller's Fee
Selling Coins
There are many reasons you may want to sell your coins. You may lose interest in a particular series. You completed a collection and want to move on to something else. Or, the most common reason, you inherited a coin collection and you do not collect coins, so you want to sell them. Here you will find guidance on how to sell your coins and get the most money for them while avoiding the rip-off artists that are out there.
Selling Coins on eBay
Selling your coins on eBay will net you more money than selling them at your local coin shop. This article will show you how to get started selling coins on eBay by creating quality listings that will maximize the number of bids on your coins.
Severe Gold and Silver Shortages
My regular readers know that I always encourage people to take immediate physical possession of their coins and bullion when they buy them, rather than letting
Shanghai Mint in China - Chinese Government Mint at Shanghai
The front facade of the Shanghai Mint in China is modeled after the Philadelphia Mint in the U.S.
Shanghai Mint in China - Chinese Government Mint at Shanghai 2
The front facade of the Shanghai Mint in China is modeled after the Philadelphia Mint in the U.S.
Shawn Bell - Coin Collector Profile - Doubled Dies & Error and Variety Coin Collector & Discoverer
Profile of coin collector Shawn Bell of Bigbuckbell auctions, who has at least a dozen doubled die discoveries to his credit, plus many other major die varieties and error coins.
Sheldon Scale of Grading Coins - What is the Sheldon Scale Coin Grading System
The Sheldon Scale 70-point system has become the standard coin grading system for modern coins. Learn what the Sheldon Scale is, and how to use it to grade your own coins.
Short Set - What is a Short Set of Coins?
What is a Short Set of Coins? Short Set is defined on this coin terms glossary page.
Short Topics - Lincoln, UHR, U.S. Mint, and PCGS
Note: The information in this post was originally published as part of the 2009 Pennies Hit Houston, Texas update. I thought it would be better to move the
Shotgun Roll - What is a Shotgun Roll of Coins - Double Shotgun Roll - Terminology - Glossary - Definition
What is a shotgun roll of coins? Your Guide has the definition to this and other coin related terms in the glossary of numismatic terminology. Shotgun roll of coins is defined on this page.
Should Bank Tellers Be Able to Buy Silver at Face Value?
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Should the Penny be Retired?
Ever since the lower house of Congress passed a bill last week mandating a change in the composition of the U.S. penny coin, the debate around coin collecting
Silver Anniversary Sells Out!!
Silver Anniversary Sells Out!!
Silver Anniversary Set On Sale October 27th
Silver Anniversary Set On Sale October 27th
Silver Eagle Shortage Causing Paradigm Shift?
The very active and upward-trending precious metals markets have caused some interesting repercussions in the coin collecting market. While some dealers are
Silver Eagle Shortage Update
As most collectors are aware by now, the U.S. Mint is experiencing a shortage of generic Silver Eagles. More specifically, the Mint can't get enough coin
Silver Washington Quarter Values - Coin Values for Silver Washington Quarters
Do you want to find out how much your silver Washington quarter is worth? This page lists coin values for silver Washington quarter minted from 1932 to 1964 (a.k.a. Silver Washington 25 Cents). The values listed here are what you can expect a dealer to pay you for the coin.
Slab - What is a Slab - Definition of a Slab - Coin Terminology - Definitions - Numismatic Glossary
What is a coin slab? Your Guide has this definition and other coin words defined in the Glossary of Numismatic Terminology, a dictionary of coin related terms. Coin slab is defined on this page.
Slabbed Coin Holders Offer the Best Protection
Looking for the best coin holder to store your coin? Look no further than the third party grading services (PCGS, NGC, ANACS) to provide the ultimate in protection for your coins. Here is why you will want to invest in these coin holders for you most prized coins.
Slabbed Coin Holders Offer the Best Protection
Looking for the best coin holder to store your coin? Look no further than the third party grading services (PCGS, NGC, ANACS) to provide the ultimate in protection for your coins.
Slabbing - What is Meant by Slabbing Your Coins - Definition of Slabbing - Coins Terminology - Dictionary - Numismatic Glossary
What is meant by
Slider Marks - What are Slider Marks on a Coin?
Slider Marks is defined on this coin terms glossary page.
Small Dollars Web Site - SmallDollars.com the Place for Small Dollar Coins - Presidential Sacagawea Susan B Anthony
SmallDollars.com is a Web site that is entirely focused on small module U.S. Dollar Coins, such as the Presidential, Sacagawea, and Susan B. Anthony Dollars. The site has very in-depth information about the coins, artists, errors and varieties, patterns, and pretty much anything else you might want to know about the small dollars. Learn more about SmallDollars.com on this page.
Sneak Peek at the New U.S. Mint Web Site!
I have never been a big fan of the appearance and search capability of the U.S. Mint's current Web site I don't think it's especially appealing visually, and
Sneak Peek at the Presidential Dollars!
The U.S. Mint has scheduled a series of preview events in advance of the official release of the new Presidential Dollars. If you'd like to see the new dollars
So You Think You Can Grade
So You Think You Can Grade
Some ANA News - Ballots & Official Grading Service
I have gotten a few inquiries from folks asking if I knew what was up because they hadn't received their ANA ballots yet. (The American Numismatic Association,
Some Fun Facts About Pennies
Did you know that the Communist Chinese are behind the move to eliminate the U.S. penny from circulation? Because of the explosive growth in China as a result
Some Thoughts About Coin Portraits
I remember an experience I had when I first started collecting ancient coins. I used to visit the shop of a local coin dealer every month or so, just checking
Some Thoughts on the Eve of the New Presidential Dollar Coins
Before we know it, we'll have the first of the hotly-anticipated new Presidential Dollars: the George Washington Golden Dollar! I can hardly contain my
South African Money - South African Coins in Circulation
This is an image showing the coins which are currently used as money in South Africa. This South African coinage is part of the monetary system used in S. Africa.
South Dakota State Quarter - Facts About the South Dakota State Quarter
The South Dakota State Quarter features Mount Rushmore, which is the huge sculpture of four U.S. presidents carved into a mountainside, with a Ring-Necked Chinese Pheasant flying overhead, and with wheat heads adorning the sides. Learn the facts about the South Dakota State Quarter, what the designs mean and how they were chosen, who created them, and everything else you could want to know.
Spanish Money - Spain Coins in Circulation
This is an image showing the coins which are currently used as money in Spain. This Spanish coinage is part of the monetary system used in Spain.
Special Mint Sets SMS - What Is a Special Mint Set
The Special Mint Set, or SMS is a certain type of Mint set that was only issued for a short time for a specific reason. Learn the facts about these interesting and unusual coins.
Spiked Head Coin - What is a Spiked Head Coin
What is a spiked head coin? Your Guide has the definition to this and other coin related terms in the glossary of numismatic terminology. Spiked head coin is defined on this page.
Spurious Set - What is a Spurious Set?
Spurious set is defined on this coin terms glossary page.
Stacks of Plain Edge Washington Presidential Dollars
Thousands of Presidential Plain Edge Dollars, found by an enterprising and dedicated searcher in Florida.
Star-Spangled Banner Prices Set to Rise
Star-Spangled Banner Prices Set to Rise
Start Collecting Coins
Are you interested in coins and find them fascinating, but you don’t know how to start a coin collection? Coin collecting can be a fun, enjoyable, relaxing and profitable hobby if you know where to begin and how to proceed. I will cover all the basics of coin collecting and get you started on a hobby that will last a life-time.
Start a Coin Collection on $4 Worth of Change
One of the most wonderful things about becoming a coin collector is that getting started is as easy as saving up your pocket change for a couple of weeks, or
Startling New British Coins
Great Britain's Royal Mint is updating the nation's coinage in a most surprising way. Although the new coins will retain the same sizes, weights, and metallic
State Quarter Design Process
Many collectors wonder how the Mint comes up with some of the coin designs we see. Some of them are beautiful works of art that take your breath away, while
State Quarter Rolls Value - Coin Values Table for Statehood Quarter Rolls - How Much are State Quarters Rolls Worth?
State Quarter rolls generally must be in Mint State (MS) grades to be worth anything over face value. Serious State Quarter collectors collect them by the original bank-wrapped (OBW) rolls of 40 coins. Values for Statehood Quarter OBWs are given in this State Quarter Rolls value guide. Learn what the prices are for these beautiful U.S. Quarters, and find out how much your State Quarter rolls are worth with this simple to use Statehood Quarter price guide.
State Quarter Values - Coin Values Table for Statehood Quarters - How Much are State Quarters Worth?
State Quarters generally must be in Mint State (MS) grades to be worth anything over face value. Serious State Quarter collectors collect them by the original bank-wrapped (OBW) rolls of 40 coins. Values for Statehood Quarter OBWs are given in a separate State Quarter Rolls value guide. Learn what the prices are for these beautiful U.S. Quarters, and find out how much your State Quarters are worth with this simple to use Statehood Quarter price guide.
State Quarter Values Updated
State Quarters have made some interesting value moves during the past quarter. (I review and update all of my coin value guides quarterly, if not more
State Quarters For 2008 - Artist Renderings - 2008 Statehood Quarters
State Quarter designs for 2008 are shown in the form of the official U.S. Mint artist renderings. The photo gallery will be updated woth the actual struck coins as each new State Quarter is released, along with my insider's commentary and observations.
State Quarters Information - Learn About Your State Quarter
The U.S. State Quarters series is one of the most popular coin collecting series of all times. Millions of Americans are putting away State Quarters, hoping that they'll be worth more money in coming years. Learn more about the State Quarters program and each individual coin in the series.
State Quarters Program - History of the 50 State Quarters Statehood Coins
The 50 State Quarters Program is the most successful coin collecting program in history. The U.S. Mint estimates that 147 million people collect State Quarters. Learn the basic facts about the State Quarter Program and how to go about finding out how much your Statehood Quarters are worth.
State Quarters Quiz
The U.S. Mint's ground-breaking 50 State Quarters Program® comes to an end with the issuance of the Hawaii Quarter, which has been on sale at banks
State Quarters Quiz - The State Quarters Challenge
The State Quarters Challenge is a State Quarters quiz that will test your memory of the Statehood Quarter coins you carry around in your every day. Can you name the state each quarter is from without the state names that appear on the coins? This quiz is tougher than it looks, and only extremely observant people will do well on it. See how you stack up by taking the State Quarters Challenge quiz.
State Quarters Quiz Challenge Results [About Coins]
Your State Quarters Quiz results and score appear on this page.
Statehood Quarter Program Gets 11th Year - Sort of...
The major appropriations bill for the federal government's fiscal year 2008 budget included scores of amendments tacked on by various members of congress,
Statue of Liberty Reverse of the Presidential Dollar Struck Coin
The image of the coin that appears in the artist rendering is often quite different than what the struck coin actually looks like!
Stewart Blay Owner of the Red Copper Collection
Stewart Blay shows off the finest known 1909-S VDB PCGS MS-67 Red from his legendary
Strike It Rich With Pocket Change!
With all the interest in error coins recently, I thought this would be a great time to tell you about a fantastic new book about finding valuable error coins
Strike it Rich With Pocket Change - Find Rare Error Coins in Circulation
Strike – A Definition of Strike
A Definition of Strike
Sunken Treasure Coins - Sunken Treasure Ship Coins and What You Should Know Before You Buy Them
Before you buy sunken treasure coins, take a moment to think about what you are buying. Is there a lot of marketing hype making the coin seem more valuable than it is? Has the coin been certified, and by whom? Is the coin from a recovered sunken treasure that is getting a lot of publicity now, but might be forgotten tomorrow? Here are some things to consider when buying rare coins.
Surface Preservation – A Definition of Surface Preservation
A Definition of Surface Preservation
Taiwanese Money - Taiwan Coins in Circulation
This is an image showing the coins which are currently used as money in Taiwan. This Taiwanese coinage is part of the monetary system used in Taiwan.
Teletrade Listened and Overhauled Its Website
Teletrade Listened and Overhauled Its Website
Ten 1933 Gold Double Eagles to go on Display
Ten 1933 U.S. Gold Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles, which were discovered in September of 2004, will be put on public display during the American Numismatic
The "New Bush Coins" Satire
Reader John Mazor, from the Washington, D.C. area, sent me this hilarious satire video which mimics a slick TV coin advertisement (while trying to sell you on
The "Red Book" of Canadian Coins
The Red Book of Canadian Coins
The 1858 Indian Head US Gold Dollar
This is an image of the 1858 Indian Head U.S. Gold Dollar
The 1877 Indian Cent
This Mint State 1877 Indian Head Cent is in the legendary Red Copper Collection, an award-winning, top-ranked PCGS Registry Set formed by collector Stewart Blay. The Indian Head Penny shown here is what the Indian Cents were originally meant to look like.
The 1895 Morgan Silver Dollar Proof - The King of Morgans - History of Morgan Dollars and the Most Valuable Morgan Silver Dollar
The 1895 Proof Morgan Silver Dollar is nicknamed the
The 1916-1917 Standing Liberty Quarters - Lady Liberty Exposed - The Bare-Breasted Liberty Coin - Standing Liberty Naked Coin
The 1916 and early 1917 Standing Liberty Quarters feature a beautiful image of Lady Liberty standing, shield in hand, ready to defend America against all foes, should the enemy fail to take the olive branch she proffers in her other hand. Unfortunately, some folks were too caught up in the sight of her bare breast to notice much else. Learn the story of this interesting type.
The 1943-S Copper Penny Found by Kenneth Wing
In 1944, 14-year old Kenny Wing found a copper (rather than steel) 1943-S penny in circulation. The coin remained hidden for more than 50 years, until Wing's heirs took it to Rare Coin Wholesalers for an appraisal. This is the story of an amazing coin, unknown to the collecting community until 2008.
The 2000-P Extra Beard Penny Doubled Die Error is Condemned
Error and variety coin experts have come to the collective conclusion that the so-called 2000-P
The 2007 World's Fair of Money Opens in Milwaukee
Update: The 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money is in the history books now, but you can see all of the excitement in my 2007 ANA convention photo gallery and
The 2008 Silver Eagle Transitional Variety
The 2008 Silver Eagle has a redesigned hub, or master die, that uses a slightly different lettering font style and arrangement of stars on the reverse. This article shows you how to tell whether your 2008 Silver Eagle is one of these rare transitional variety coins.
The ANA Summer Seminar 2006
Every summer, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) conducts two one-week seminars for coin collectors of all ages on the Colorado College campus near its
The Anatomy of a Coin - How to Describe Your Coins to Other Collectors
This is an image-based tutorial teaching you how to explain your coins to another collector using the proper terminology. The U.S. cent coin, the proof Statehood quarter obverse, and the reeded edges of circulated quarters are used as examples.
The Andrew Jackson Presidential Dollar Gets Poured!
Today was the big day for the Andrew Jackson Presidential Dollar! It was officially released at a ceremony at Andrew Jackson's famous plantation mansion, the
The Arizona State Quarter is Released
The Arizona State Quarter was officially released today during a grand ceremony for what the U.S. Mint calls a
The Bare-Breasted Liberty Controversy of 1917
In 1917, the U.S. Mint issued a new Quarter Dollar design, created by sculptor Hermon A. MacNeil, called the Standing Liberty Quarter. This quarter depicts
The Best Coin Collecting Blogs
Regular visitors to my site might have noticed a new section of links on the right-hand side called
The Breen Book - Online and Free!
One of most important coin collecting books about U.S. coins is called Walter Breen's Complete Encyclopedia of U.S. and Colonial Coins. Often referred to as
The Cartwheel Effect on Coins
Among the many skills a coin collector needs to learn is the ability to tell if a coin has been improperly cleaned or not. Coins which have been improperly
The Coin Collecting Forum
I am thrilled to announce that Clair Hardesty has joined the About.com Coins team as Forum Moderator! Clair is a longtime collector who has a knack for
The Coin Collector's Survival Manual
When I first saw the title of this book by Scott Travers, my thoughts were quite skeptical. A survival manual?! I survive just fine in the coin world, thank
The Coin Show is On the Air
The Coin Show is an Internet radio show that you can listen to online
The Coins of Sealand
The Swedish pro-software piracy group Pirate's Bay has plans to try to acquire the Prinicpality of Sealand in order to use it as a haven to escape international
The Difference Between Coin Values and Coin Prices
I have noticed a marked increase in the traffic my coin value guides have been getting during the past few weeks. This is a normal upswing when coins make the
The Difference Between a Coin's Price and its Value
One of the most important skills that a collector must have is the ability to come to a realistic appraisal of how much money his or her coin collection is
The Difference Between the Rim and the Edge of a Coin
Ever since the Presidential Dollars were released, I have been seeing a lot people misusing the terms rim and edge to describe the portion of their coin that
The Ethics of Numismatic Journalism
In a recent
The Faceless Dollar Joins the Growing List of Major Washington Dollar Errors
It took the Godless Dollars for the mainstream media to take notice of the new Washington Presidential Dollars. Soon we had the Buffy Dollars (fake
The Finest Known 1913 Liberty Head Nickel is for Sale
I always get excited when important coins go up for auction. I'm not sure if it's the thrill of watching the millionaires competing against each other, or
The Finest Known Wheat Cent
The finest known Wheat Penny is the PCGS MS-69 RD 1919 Lincoln Wheat Cent in the legendary Red Copper Collection, an award-winning, top-ranked PCGS Registry Set formed by collector Stewart Blay. The Wheat Penny shown here is what Lincoln pennies were originally meant to look like.
The Finest Known Wheat Cent
Have you ever wondered which Wheat Cent is considered to be the best one in the world? According to the grading service PCGS, the finest known wheatback penny
The First Plain Edge Washington Dollar
Photo of the first plain edge Washington Dollar to be put up for sale on eBay.
The Gambia Money - Gambian Coins in Circulation
This is a photo showing the coins which are currently used as money in The Gambia. This Gambian coinage is part of the monetary system used in The Gambia.
The History of Coin Collecting
Have you ever wondered about the history of coin collecting? Coin collecting has been called
The History of Coin Grading Systems
People have been collecting coins at least since the days of the ancient Roman Empire, when Caesar Augustus has special types struck to give as gifts. He is
The Inside Scoop on the New Dollar Coins!
The State Quarters program is such a success that the U.S. Mint wants to do it again, this time with Dollar coins. Starting in February of 2007 with George
The John Adams Presidential Dollar is Here!
The bank release date for the John Adams Presidential Dollar is supposed to be tomorrow, May 17, but I've already had several reports from folks all over the
The Key Parts of a Coin - Quiz Answers
The key parts of a coin are pointed out in this terse summary of the coin words you need to know to describe your coins to other collectors.
The Mid-America Coin Expo is this Weekend
Find information about the 26th Annual (2007) Mid-America Coin Expo. If you live within shouting distance of Chicago, don't miss the 25th Annual Mid-America
The Most Hyped Coin in History
Have you ever wondered why some error coins are so well-known and worth so much money, while others are virtually ignored? Take, for example, the 1937-D
The New Mexico State Quarter Arrives
When I first saw the design artwork late last year for the New Mexico State Quarter, (which was released into circulation about a week ago,) I thought,
The New U.S. Penny Is Here - Sort Of...
This is an exciting and long-awaited day for most coin collectors. The beloved Lincoln Cent is getting the first of four new cent reverse (
The Nickel is Worth 5 Cents Again!
Reading the headline of this post, you might wonder why it is newsworthy that a nickel is worth a nickel. The answer is that around this time last year, a
The Obama Coins Rip-Off
With the election of Barack Obama to the U.S. presidency, there has been an outpouring of strong emotions among many Americans the likes of which we haven't
The Penny Debate - Arguments For and Against Keeping the Penny - Pro-Penny and Anti-Penny Debate
The U.S. one cent coin, the penny, costs more to manufacture than it is worth. Its buying power is almost nil, and many people think the penny should be eliminated. On the other hand, the penny is a sentimental coin, and many people fear rounding to the nickel will raise prices. Should the U.S. get rid of the penny or not? Get the arguments for and against keeping the penny in this penny debate article.
The Penny Debate - Arguments For and Against Keeping the Penny - Pro-Penny and Anti-Penny Debate
The U.S. one cent coin, the penny, costs more to manufacture than it is worth. Its buying power is almost nil, and many people think the penny should be eliminated. On the other hand, the penny is a sentimental coin, and many people fear rounding to the nickel will raise prices. Should the U.S. get rid of the penny or not? Get the arguments for and against keeping the penny in this penny debate article.
The Presidential Dollars are Here!
The long-awaited Presidential Dollar coins have been officially released today, but it might be a few days before you can actually get your hands on any, unless
The Rarest Red Book Edition Ever - The 1987 ANA 40th Anniversary Red Book
The rarest Red Book in the entire collection of the coins price volumes is the 40th Anniversary ANA Edition issed for 1987. Only 500 copies of the special ANA edition were made, and they were given out at one single ANA soecial event in 1986. Learn more about the rarest Red Book of them all
The Reality of Presidential Dollars at Banks
I just read an essay on the NumisMaster.com Web site that I wanted to share with you. A 20 year-old coin collector by the name of Jarrett Briscoe has a
The Red Copper Collection
The largest coin show in America, the ANA World's Fair of Money, takes place in about a month now (July 30 - Aug. 2, 2008.) As part of this stupendous
The Roll of Coins - How Many Coins are in a Roll of Quarters Nickels Dimes Half Dollars or Pennies - Coins in a Roll
Find out how many coins there are in a standard woll of U.S. coins. Whether it's a roll of quarters, dimes, nickels, half dollars, or pennies, a standard shotgun roll his a certain number of coins. Also how many coins are in double rolls and a half rolls of coins.
The Rust Quarter - an Interesting Struck Through Grease Filled Die Error
This is an image of the Rust Quarter - an interesting struck through grease filled die error.
The Sacagawea "Edge Lettering" Hunt Began Tuesday!
It seems inevitable. Sooner or later, a Sacagawea Dollar is going to find its way through the edge lettering segment intended only for the new Presidential
The Sacagawea Dollar
Of all the subjects ever portrayed on American coins, Sacagawea is one of the most interesting. She was kidnapped around the age of 10 or 11, sold into
The Sheldon Scale for Grading Coins
The Sheldon Scale is the primary system in use for determining the grade of a coin. The possible grades range from Poor-1 to Mint State-70 (usually expressed
The Truth About Littleton Coin Company
Littleton Coin Company is perhaps the best-known coin dealer in America. Their advertising can be found across a broad spectrum of magazines and media. They
The U.S. Mint Sells Some Really Odd Stuff...
When I visited the U. S. Mint Web site recently to buy a couple of Presidential Dollar Proof Sets, I was surprised to be offered the George Washington Folio for
The U.S. Mint's 8-8-08 Double Prosperity Set
Today, August 8 of '08 is an important day for many reasons. Of course, everyone knows the Summer Olympics opened in Beijing, China, today at (you guessed it,
The U.S. Mint's Ultra-High Relief Coins Virtual Tour
The U.S. Mint is producing a very special coin for one year in 2009, the Ultra-High Relief Saint-Gaudens Gold Double Eagle. To help educate coin collectors
The US 1854 Type I Liberty Head Gold Dollar
This is an image of the U.S. 1854 (Type I) Liberty Head Gold Dollar
The Utah State Quarter is Released
The Utah State Quarter was officially released today (Friday, Nov. 9, 2007,) in a grand ceremony hosted by the Governor of Utah, Jon Hunstman, Jr., Utah First
The World's Most Valuable Coin!
If you had $7.6 million to spend, would you spend it on a coin? Well, that's exactly what some anonymous collector did at a Sotheby's auction in July of
The edge lettering depiction of the Presidential Dollar as Struck on Actual Coins
The image of the coin that appears in the artist rendering is often quite different than what the struck coins actually look like!
There's a FUN Coin Show in Florida This Weekend
The Florida United Numismatists (FUN) organization is sponsoring its 2007 Summer FUN Coin Show this weekend in West Palm Beach, Florida. This is the smaller of
Things Shipwreck Coin Sellers Don't Want You to Know
Treasure coins present an interesting investment challenge: generally, you are buying the coin because it came from a certain famous sunken ship, rather than
Thomas Jefferson First Spouse Gold Coin (Obverse)
Photo of Thomas Jefferson's First Spouse gold coin. Obverse shows Liberty because Jefferson didn't have a spouse while he served as President
Thomas Jefferson First Spouse Gold Coin (Obverse) - Artist Rendering
Photo of artist rendering of Thomas Jefferson's First Spouse gold coin Obverse shows Liberty because Jefferson didn't have a spouse while he served as President
Thomas Jefferson First Spouse Gold Coin (Reverse)
Photo of Thomas Jefferson's First Spouse gold coin Reverse shows Jefferson's tombstone.
Thomas Jefferson First Spouse Gold Coin (Reverse) - Artist Rendering
Photo of artist rendering of Thomas Jefferson's First Spouse gold coin Reverse shows Jefferson's tombstone
Thomas Jefferson Presidential Dollar Actual Coin
The image of the coin that appears in the artist rendering is often quite different than what the struck coin actually looks like!
Thomas Jefferson Presidential Dollar is Released
The Thomas Jefferson Presidential Dollar was officially released during a ceremony at the Jefferson Memorial in Washington, D.C. on Wed., August 15, 2007,
Those Wonderful Lincoln Memorial Pennies
The Lincoln Memorial Penny represents one of the most fun series in all of U.S. coinage for the person who enjoys getting a lot of value with minimal
Those Wonderful Small Dollars!
Every once in a while, I come across a coin related site that is just so well-done and fascinating that I am eager to share it with everyone I talk to.
Those Wonderful Small Dollars!
Those Wonderful Small Dollars!
Thousands of Fake Coins Struck by a Chinese Counterfeiting Ring
Thousands of Fake Coins Struck by a Chinese Counterfeiting Ring
Three Things You Should Know Before You Buy Gold Coins
Many people have been getting ripped off when they've purchased gold and gold coins as an investment instruments from unscrupulous sellers and ethical coin dealers. Here are three tips from the Professional Numismatics Guild that can save you a lot of money.
Tips for Dealing With Coin Dealers - The Wholesale Coin Market
Insider's tips for dealing with coin dealers. Learn how to get the best deal when buying coins, and how to get the most money when selling coins. Find out where dealers get their wholesale coin prices so you know how much they pay each other, and never overpay for, or undersell coins again. Understand how the wholesale coin market operates.
Today is Idaho State Quarter Day!
Today, (Tuesday, June 5, 2007) is the release day for the Idaho State Quarter. The 43rd Quarter in the Statehood Quarter Dollar series, and the third for this
Today is Montana State Quarter Day!
Monday, Jan. 29, 2007 marks the release of the 41st quarter in the State Quarter series, which is entering its ninth year now! It's hard to believe that we've
Today is North Dakota State Quarter Day
The North Dakota State Quarter was officially released today (Wed., Aug. 30) by the U.S. Mint. The new Quarter is titled
Today is Washington State Quarter Day!
Today, (April 11, 2007,) is the official release day for the Washington State Quarter, the 42nd Quarter in the U.S. State Quarter program. It's hard to believe
Token Coinage - What is a Token Coinage?
Token Coinage is defined on this coin terms glossary page.
Top 10 Coin Dealer Ethics Topics
This is a collection of my top 10 best Coin Dealer Ethics columns, where I present an ethical dilemma and ask readers how they think it should be resolved. Most of the scenarios relate to coin dealers and their buying and selling practices, although other topics related to coin collecting are also covered.
Top 10 Coin Picks for 2011 - Best Coin Investments for 2011
This is my personal top 10 coins investment shopping list for 2011. These are the coins and coin sets that I feel have the best potential for long term enjoyment and growth, although I want to stop short of actually making investment recommendations to others since my budget and collecting interests probably differ from yours. However, I offer my top coin picks for the coming year and explain why I selected them so that you can make a more informed decision about your own coin buying.
Top 10 Coin-Related Web Sites
I have close to 1,000 coin-related Web sites in my browser's bookmark file, mostly of smaller coin dealers and single collector sites where someone is
Top 10 Coins Web Sites - Best Coins Sites on the Web - My Favorite Coins & Coin Collecting Sites
This is a list of my top 10 favorite coin Web sites (besides my own, of course, heh.) You'll find a nice mix of types of sites, as I tried to pick the best from several categories (such as coin discussion forum, coin price guide, general coin information, etc.) I also explain why I love these sites, and why it's worth your time to check them out.
Top 10 Most Valuable U.S. Coins Found in Pocket Change
Did you know that you might have coins worth hundreds, even thousands of dollars, right in your pocket change?! Ever since mint errors and die varieties began
Top 5 Famous Coin Collections of All Time
Famous coin collections are assembled by all types of people. Some well-known specimens are housed in museums for everyone to enjoy, while others are sold from one private collection to another. Regardless of where they are now, here are the top five coin collections ever assembled.
Top 5 Famous Coin Collections of All Time
Famous coin collections are assembled by all types of people. Some well-known specimens are housed in museums for everyone to enjoy, while others are sold from one private collection to another. Regardless of where they are now, here are the top five coin collections ever assembled.
Top 7 Ways to Ruin Your Coins
Top 7 Ways to Ruin Your Coins
Top 7 Ways to Ruin Your Coins
Have you ever wondered what the best ways to ruin your coins are? Of course, none of us want to ruin our coins, but you might be doing just that if you're
Tour the Shanghai Mint With Fred Weinberg
Leading error coin expert and dealer Fred Weinberg saw my recent coverage of the Chinese Counterfeiting Ring, and offered some photos of his own tour of a
Trail Dies and Wavy Steps
Traildies.com is a Web site devoted to the study of die trails, wavy steps, and similar phenomena on coins. Learn about this fascinating die variety type and the Web site that catalogs it.
Two Eagles and No Lady
I get a lot of questions about the strange coins people come across, but this one was quite interesting. A reader by the name of Lauren S. wrote to ask about a
Two Headed Coin - Is My 2 Headed Coin Real - Genuine or Fake Coin With Two Heads
Learn how to tell if your two headed coin is genuine or fake. This page explains how two-headed coins are made, and how to tell if your 2 headed coin is real or not.
Two Tailed Coin - Eagles on Both Sides - Morgan Dollar With Two Eagles or Tails
A reader asks about a Morgan dollar with two eagles and no lady. I explain what her two-tailed coin might be and how it was caused or created.
Two-Headed Coins
How much is my two-headed coin worth? I get this question at least once a week. Someone who isn't familiar with how coins are made finds a two-headed half
Two-Headed Coins
One of the most common questions I get asked is about two-headed coins. Someone finds the coin in circulation, so they're sure it has to be genuine! They look
Two-Headed Coins - Fake or Fluke?
One of the most frequently asked questions I get regarding coins is about the two-headed variety. This question from Mark B. in Wyoming is typical: Hi, my
Two-Headed Coins - How Much are Two-Headed Coins Worth - Two-Tailed Coins
If you have found a two-headed coin and want to find out how much your two-headed coin is worth, or if your coin has two tails, this article will explain what these coins are worth, and how coins with two heads are made.
U S Mint - How to Buy Coins Directly from the US Mint
How do I buy coins directly from the U.S. Mint? This FAQ tells you how to cut out the coin dealers and profiteers and buy your U.S. coins straight from the U.S. Mint.
U. S. Mint Issues Statement Regarding Plain Edge Presidential Dollar Errors
The U.S. Mint has issued a statement regarding the plain edge (missing edge lettering) George Washington Presidential Dollars. Unfortunately, the statement
U.S. Coin Collecting - State Quarters - Coin Values - How to Grade - Clean - Store - Invest - Protect - Buy & Sell U.S. Coins
U.S. coin collecting is more popular than ever since the state quarters series began. The U.S. Mint is always issuing new commemorative coins and sets. There is a remarkable variety of U.S. coin types in everyday pocket change, with more than 38 different State Quarter types in circulation. Learn all about collecting U.S. coins.
U.S. Coins Red Book - Coin Values - Prices - What is your coin worth? - Redbook Guide
Book review of the U.S. coins Red Book,
U.S. Coins Red Book Collection - Rare Red Books - Coin Price Guide Collections
Learn the story of the intrepid coin collector, who is also a member of the U.S. military stationed overseas, who did something that only 500 people in the world can ever do (and that probably fewer than a couple dozen actually have done...) He collected a full set of every single Red Book ever published! Read his inspiring story here.
U.S. Copper Coins - Do All U.S. Coins Have Copper in Them - Which Coin Has No Copper
Every single U.S. coin ever struck by the U.S. Mint for circulation has some copper in it except one. Do you know which one it is? Find out on this page.
U.S. Gold Coins (1795 - 1933)
The United States produced its first gold coins and 1795 with a half Eagle (five dollar) and an eagle (ten dollar) denominations. The largest gold coin produced for circulation was the double Eagle valued at $20. Here you will find a variety of information that pertain all U.S. gold coins minted through 1933.
U.S. Gold Coins - American Gold Coins of the Nineteenth and Early Twentieth Century - Gold Type Collection
This is an image gallery of historical U.S. gold coins. This is a type collection of American gold coins from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, including the famous Saint-Gaudens Twenty-dollar gold piece double eagle, gold quarter and half eagles, U.S. three-dollar gold pieces, and one dollar gold coins of the United States.
U.S. Government: Spy Coins Report Was a Mistake
The Defense Security Service (DSS) has issued a statement claiming that its earlier report of Canadian coins having been modified to spy on people was a
U.S. Half Dollars
At one time the U.S. half dollar was the workhorse of the U.S. economy. Now, these medium-size coins are very collectible and highly desired pieces. Here you will find an all inclusive guide to collecting U.S. half dollars.
U.S. Mint "Last Chance" Sale!
The U.S. Mint is having a
U.S. Mint Announces Penny Sales
The U.S. Mint has announced that it will begin selling the long-awaited new 2009 pennies beginning March 13, 2009. The pennies are described as the
U.S. Mint Answers 20 Questions - Ed Moy Hosts Collectors Forum in Puerto Rico
U.S. Mint Director Ed Moy answers questions posed by members of the public during the Collectors Forum that preceded the official Puerto Rico Territorial Quarter launch. This portion of the article contains mostly general questions about future U.S. Mint plans.
U.S. Mint Begins 2007 Platinum Eagle Sales
The United States Mint began accepting orders for the 2007 Platinum Eagle coins on Tuesday, July 17 at 12 noon ET. The coins contain .999 fine platinum bullion
U.S. Mint Begins Selling New Uncirculated Sets
The U.S. Mint began taking orders on Tuesday, Oct. 9 for the 2007 Uncirculated Mint Sets. These sets are
U.S. Mint Booth at the 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money Coin Show in Milwaukee - Sacagawea Dollar Space Coins on Display
U.S. Mint Booth at the 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money Coin Show in Milwaukee - Sacagawea Dollars Space Coins Display
U.S. Mint Booth at the 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money Coin Show in Milwaukee - Sacagawea Dollars 22 kt Gold Coins Display
U.S. Mint Booth at the 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money Coin Show in Milwaukee - 22 kt Gold Sacagawea Dollars Space Coins Display
U.S. Mint Booth at the 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money Coin Show in Milwaukee - Sacagawea Dollars Space Coins Display
U.S. Mint Booth at the 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money Coin Show in Milwaukee - Sacagawea Dollars Space Coins Display
U.S. Mint Call for Artists!
Have you ever dreamed about designing a circulating U.S. coin? Imagine...everyone in the country holding your art in their hands! Everyone using the image you
U.S. Mint Collectors Forum - Coins & Mint Director Ed Moy Answers Coin Collector Questions About Coins
U.S. Mint Director Ed Moy held a Coin Collectors Forum as part of the release party for the New Mexico State Quarter. This article is a recap of the Q&A that took place, and covers topics such as making the penny out of plastic or cardboard, a competition for children to design a coin, and whether the U.S. Mint considers the Presidential Dollar Program to be a success.
U.S. Mint Collectors Forum - Mint Director Ed Moy Answers Questions About Pennies and Quarters
U.S. Mint Director Ed Moy held a Coin Collectors Forum as part of the release party for the New Mexico State Quarter. This article is a recap of the Q&A that took place, and covers topics such as making the penny out of plastic or cardboard, a competition for children to design a coin, and whether the U.S. Mint considers the Presidential Dollar Program to be a success.
U.S. Mint Collectors Forum in Arizona
As part of the launch events for the Arizona State Quarter last week, The Director of the U.S. Mint, Ed Moy, hosted a Coin Collectors Forum. The purpose of
U.S. Mint Director Answers Questions
As part of the release events for the State Quarters, (and occasionally at other times,) the U.S. Mint has been conducting
U.S. Mint Director Ed Moy Answers Coin Collectors Questions at the Arizona Collectors Forum
This is a transcript, in Q&A format, of the public Coin Collectors Forum held by U.S. Mint Director Ed Moy at the Carnegie Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Moy talks about the upcoming Ultra-High Relief Saint-Gaudens coin, why the U.S. Mint is 16 times more efficient than the Tokyo Mint, and numerous other questions from the forum's attendees.
U.S. Mint Director Ed Moy Leads Coin Collectors' Forum at the 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money Coin Show in Milwaukee
U.S. Mint Director Ed Moy Leads Coin Collectors' Forum at the 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money Coin Show in Milwaukee
U.S. Mint Director Reaches Out to Customers
By now, most coin collectors are aware that the U.S. Mint recently suffered an unprecedented outage on its Web site's Ecommerce section that lasted more than a
U.S. Mint Director Rumors
The rumors have been flying fast and furious ever since Election Day: Who will be the next Director of the United States Mint? The U.S. Mint Director's job
U.S. Mint Discloses UHR Saint-Gaudens Price and Announces New Pricing Policy
The highly anticipated Ultra-High Relief (UHR) Saint-Gaudens will go on sale on Thursday, Jan. 22 at 12:00 noon ET. The price is expected to be $1,189.00
U.S. Mint Display - 2008 ANA World's Fair of Money in Baltimore.
U.S. Mint display at the 2008 ANA World's Fair of Money in Baltimore.
U.S. Mint Display at the 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money Coin Show in Milwaukee
Photo of the U.S. Mint Display at the 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money Coin Show in Milwaukee
U.S. Mint Earns OSHA Award
With all of the frustrations the U.S. Mint has experienced this year breaking in a new fulfillment contractor that seems to have made a royal mess out of
U.S. Mint Ecommerce Outage Continues
Update: As of 11:02 pm ET this evening (Wed., Jan. 23) the U.S. Mint Web site's Ecommerce function has been restored. The U.S. Mint Web site's order-taking
U.S. Mint Guarantees Bullion Pricing
Numerous readers have asked whether the U.S. Mint would guarantee the price of the Ultra-High Relief Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle coin under the Mint's new
U.S. Mint Issues Statements Regarding Fulfillment and Web Site Issues
The U.S. Mint has issued two statements this morning regarding the recent issues on its Web site. I'm going to publish both statements in their entirety
U.S. Mint Lowers Prices
U.S. Mint Lowers Prices
U.S. Mint News Summary
There's lots of news from the U.S. Mint this week, as we approach the middle of the holiday shopping season. Here's a brief summary of some of the most
U.S. Mint Offers 2009 Cent Subscription
The United States Mint has announced that it will take subscription orders for the final two coins in the four-coin Lincoln Bicentennial Cent series. The four
U.S. Mint Opposes Steel Cent Bill
The U.S. House of Representatives finally took some action yesterday (Thurs. May 8th) in an attempt to solve the penny crisis. The question doesn't seem to be
U.S. Mint Price Gouging
Although the U.S. Mint has been listening and communicating better this past couple of years, I think they're getting way too greedy in their product mark-ups.
U.S. Mint Redesigns Uncirculated Mint Set Packaging
U.S. Mint Director Ed Moy was a busy man this past Friday, August 10, as he attended the 2007 ANA World's Fair of Money in Milwaukee. The highlight of the show
U.S. Mint Statement About 800 Number
The U.S. Mint seems to be finally getting caught up with some of the questions we've all been bugging them with. I received another statement from them this
U.S. Mint Statement Regarding Web Site Issues
The U.S. Mint has issued a statement regarding the security breach that occurred on its Web site a few weeks ago. The statement also addresses significant
U.S. Mint Tries Another Silver Eagle Anniversary Set
U.S. Mint Tries Another Silver Eagle Anniversary Set
U.S. Mint Warns About Chinese-Made Counterfeit Coins
The U.S. Mint has issued a Consumer Advisory warning citizens about the counterfeit U.S. coins that have been flooding into the United States from China.
U.S. Mint Web Site Security Breach
Most coin collectors are aware by now that it is not
U.S. Mint Web Site Suffers Outage
Note: As of 11:02 pm ET on Wed., Jan. 23, the U.S. Mint Web site's Ecommerce function has been restored. Update: As of Monday late afternoon (Jan. 21) the
U.S. Mint Web Site is Back to Normal
Ed F., a reader in Florida, reports that the U.S. Mint Web site Ecommerce functions have been restored. I am very relieved that this saga is over, because the
U.S. Mint to Introduce Three New Products
The U.S. Mint will begin selling three new types of collector sets this November. All three of these sets are new product offering types for the Mint, although
U.S. Mint to Sell $1 Coins at Face Value!
If you've ever gone to your local bank to get the latest Presidential Dollars, and been disappointed because they either don't stock them, or want you to buy
U.S. Mint to Sell New Pennies
The U.S. Mint has formally announced that it will begin selling the new Log Cabin pennies on its Web site beginning at 12:00 noon on Friday, March 13. The
U.S. Mint to Start Fining Exploiters
The U.S. Mint has been granted the authority to fine persons and businesses who improperly use its
U.S. Mint's Direct Ship Program a Wild Success!
On June 11, 2008, the U.S. Mint announced a new program meant to promote the circulation of Presidential Dollar coins. Customers could purchase the coins
U.S. One Dollar Coins
One dollar coins have been produced in the United States since 1794. Since then over 11 different types of dollars have been minted by the United States. This page contains information on all of them so you can start your own dollar collection.
U.S. Quarters
Quarters were one of the earliest coins minted in the United States. The quarter was authorized by the coinage act of 1792. Production didn't begin until four years later in 1796. Popular series to collect includes the Standing Liberty quarter, Washington quarters and the popular 50 State Quarter Series that began in 1999 and ran for ten years until 2008.
U.S. Silver Proof Sets On Sale
The U.S. Mint has announced that the 2009 Silver Proof Set is on sale now via its Web site. This year's set contains 18 coins divided into 4 separate plastic
U.S. Small Cents (1856 - Date)
The United States mint has been making small sized cents since 1856. From the first Flying Eagle cent to the latest variety of Lincoln Cents, you can find everything you need to know about U.S. small cents right here.
U.S. Small Cents - What are the U.S. Small Cents - Which Pennies are Considered Small Cents - Small Cents Values and Prices
The U.S. Small Cents were first issued in 1856, to replace the Large Cents. But which cents, exactly, are the Small Cents? This article answers that question, and tells you how to determine how much your Small Cents are worth.
U.S. Soldier Completes Collection of a Lifetime
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Warren S. White, (
UHR Answers Still Not Forthcoming From the Mint
The U.S. Mint's Public Affairs office is still refusing to provide an explanation for the multiple shipping dates that Ultra-High Relief (UHR) coin buyers
UHR Books Are Shipping
I finally got my companion book to the 2009 Ultra-High Relief (UHR) Saint-Gaudens coin. The book was delivered by UPS via Next Day Air - Signature Required.
UHR Order Limit Raised
The U.S. Mint has made the 2009 Ultra-High Relief Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle gold coin a lot easier to get! The order limit has been raised from one coin per
UHR Shipping to Resume This Week!
The United States Mint has finally posted a brief statement to the eCommerce section of its Web site, claiming that Ultra-High Relief (UHR) Double Eagles will