Born in Newark, New Jersey in 1865, John Flanagan is a name that has become synonymous with the art of coin design and sculpture. Although his career began as an apprentice in the jewelry industry, Flanagan’s talent quickly caught the eye of famous sculptors, catapulting him into the world of fine art. This post will…
Greetings, fellow numismatists! This is Albert Coinstein, and today, I’ll be sharing my knowledge on navigating the online coin market. While buying coins online offers a certain convenience it’s essential to proceed with caution to avoid potential pitfalls. In the spirit of my famous equation, E=mc², let’s explore the essential elements of online coin buying:…
Silver again has topped 30 a troy ounce this week, and this was to be expected as the Christmas season is over and because there is further speculation by investors that precious metals and commodities are a safe haven.
The 1968-S Lincoln Cent with a 1967 Costa Rica 5 Centavos Twist Coin collectors and enthusiasts often seek out rare and unique pieces to add to their collections. Heritage Auctions, a renowned auction house for collectors, is currently offering an extraordinary coin that is garnering significant attention for its exceptional nature: a 1968-S 1C Lincoln…
Unearthing the World’s Most Astonishing Coin Treasures There have been some remarkable treasures unearthed in the past, a few more astounding than others. This fun little article details five extraordinary coin hoards and their discoveries. From England’s Hoxne Hoard to the Atocha Shipwreck off the coast of Florida. If this becomes popular we’ll be certain…
The 1935 Peace Dollar is a significant coin in the world of numismatics, marking the last year of the Peace Dollar series. This series was struck from 1921 to 1935 and commemorates the end of World War I, symbolizing peace. Designed by Italian-American sculptor Anthony de Francisci, the Peace Dollar is cherished for its distinctive…
Perfect example of an MS-65 Wheat Penny that has been graded accordingly. Read this page to learn more about what specifications are required to make the MS-65 graded. Based off the Sheldon grading scale. A penny graded MS65 (Mint State 65) is a coin that falls within the Mint State category of the Sheldon Coin…
The Coinage Act of 1965 marked a pivotal moment in the history of American currency, transforming the composition of coins and redefining the nation’s monetary landscape. As the United States faced a growing silver shortage, this crucial piece of legislation addressed the need for a cost-effective and sustainable solution for coin production. In this blog…
CoinBin.com has taken a new and forward thinking approach detailing currencies and precious metals. They has created an online resource for those interested in Numismatics, Precious Metals, and of course the ever popular Cryptocurrencies. Their website has news articles, articles, coin data, as well as current rates on precious metals. Data appears to update every…
Looking to get the most recent gold price per gram to assist your shop in buying or selling gold? If so try GoldValue.co a site dedicated to well…gold. This page displays the current gold price per gram for everything from 6k all the way to 24k gold. Prices are for grams and value is that…
