Anthony de Francisci, an Italian-American sculptor, is best known for his artistic prowess in designing the iconic Peace Dollar. Born in Palermo, Italy, in 1887, de Francisci’s journey to the United States and his subsequent impact on the world of numismatics is a tale of talent, perseverance, and passion for art. Early Life At the…
A Tangible Connection to America’s First Coinage and Paper Currency On August 22, 2022, a piece of early American history changed hands, captivating collectors and history enthusiasts alike. The rare circa 1670 Silver Caudle Cup, crafted by the renowned silversmith duo John Hull and Robert Sanderson Sr., was sold for an impressive $144,000. This exquisite…
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:…
The 1957a Silver Dollar Certificate can be worth as much as $180 USD. This piece of American History can be found in varying conditions and these conditions each have their own prospective values. Condition Value Uncirculated (UNC, 60-70) $180 Extremely Fine (EF, 50-58) $95 Very Fine (VF, 35-50) $65 Fine (F, 20-35) $19 Very Good…
Grading Wheat Pennies can be simple if you understand these easy steps. Wheat cents are a popular choice for coin collectors due to their historical significance and unique design. They were minted from 1909 to 1958 and feature the image of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse side and two wheat stalks on the reverse side….
950 silver is a silver alloy that contains 95% pure silver and 5% other metals, typically copper. The “950” in its name represents the proportion of pure silver per 1,000 parts of the alloy. This composition provides a balance between the beauty of pure silver and the durability of other metals, resulting in a more…
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…
Lincoln Wheat pennies are some of the most sought-after coins in the world of numismatics. As a coin collector, you are likely interested in learning about key dates and values of these pennies. 1909-S VDB Lincoln Wheat Penny The 1909-S VDB Lincoln Wheat penny is one of the most famous and sought-after pennies in the…
So 2014 was a mediocre year for the gold and silver markets. Gold ended lost and then gained to end up right where it started at, and silver lost a few dollars a troy ounce to end up hovering around the high $16 and low $17 mark. But what will 2015 bring to the market?…
