We Americans enjoy our commemorative coins. Particularly well-liked are coins created to pay tribute to important figures, historical events, famous sites, or other national momentous occasions. Even those who do not actively collect find memorial coins fascinating for a variety of reasons, even if collectors and coin aficionados might be drawn to these coins for … Read more
The Roosevelt Dime series of coins is generally known for having errors and variations, especially their beautiful mint mark varieties. But that doesn’t mean that there are no double-die coins in this series. In fact, several double-die coins are quite valuable among collectors. In this article, we will take a look at the top 10 … Read more
A rare coin can not only make the collecting hobby that much more fun, but also profitable – as is evidenced with Bicentennial quarters. These quarters were released in 1976 to commemorate the United States Declaration of Independence bicentennial, which has caught on like wildfire for collectors. Some of these stand out for their rarity … Read more
Those of a few generations will remember the year-long Bicentennial celebration of 1976, when the U.S. celebrated its 200th anniversary and the country was awash in Bicentennial souvenirs, collectibles, commemoratives, and other items to spend money on. The U.S. Mint also minted a series of Bicentennial quarters to commemorate the occasion — and now many … Read more
One never knows what they will find when they go through circulation. She set aside an Eisenhower dollar that seemed to have two obverses as a curiosity since she didn’t really know what it was when she came over it. Her daughter brought the item to the notice of Sarah Miller, the Director of Numismatics … Read more
The Kennedy Half Dollar was released in 1964 for issuance in memory of the late President John F. Kennedy. All such coins are collected and studied by numismatists not only for historical purposes but also for their potential investment value. In this case, what makes the 1978 Kennedy Half Dollar year interesting to collectors is … Read more
1916-D Mercury Dime. The 1916-D Mercury Dime is a sought-after numismatic item. With only about 264,000 manufactured, this dime is a centennial secret that may be lying in plain sight. Its rarity and historical significance make it a sought-after treasure among collectors. 1894-S Barber Dime. The 1894-S Barber Dime is truly unique among rare dimes. … Read more