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…
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…
The Silver Value Calculator from silvervalue.co is a nice tool that always gives you the current silver price (todays price) and then allows you to modify it to view historical data, and price variations based off weight. The site also has a list of some very good articles on coins and silver.
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…
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?…
If you are looking for a cool new tool that gives you accurate silver prices 24/7 and in a unique and easy to follow format look no further. The site CoinTracker has done it yet again with the creation and implementation of it’s silver prices app. This tool shows you prices for coin, troy, and sterling silver. It also allows for some slight configuration with page refresh and even audio notification tone setting.
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…
Coin errors can add unique value and intrigue to a collection, as they represent unusual occurrences during the minting process. Here is a list of some of the most common coin errors, along with a brief explanation of each: Double Die Doubled die errors occur when the die used to strike the coin has been…
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…
Here is a quick list of online coin marketplaces and dealers. Each offers a range of products some more bullion oriented than others. Pros and cons of each has been listed to quickly assist you in deciding which marketplace may best suit your needs. In general marketplaces allow you to sell your coins, while dealers…
