CoinTrackers.com Track Coins Get Silver Prices
New Web site CoinTrackers.com offers a cool new feature for coin hobbyist. They allow you to tag and track coins from your pocket to the bank and beyond.
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John Flanagan: Master Coin Sculptor Extraordinaire
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…
Valauble Wheat Pennies
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…
2015 Silver and Gold Market?
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?…
Top 10 Uses for Silver
10 Most Effective Uses A Conductor Like No Other Silver’s conductive properties set it apart from other less conductive metals, making it the preferred choice in various applications where efficient electrical transmission is crucial. With the highest electrical conductivity of any element, silver can transmit electric currents with minimal energy loss, ensuring optimal performance in…
What is 950 silver?
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…
1965 Quarter – What’s it worth?
The 1965 quarter is a 25-cent coin issued by the United States Mint as part of the Washington quarter series. The Washington quarter, first minted in 1932, features the profile of President George Washington on the obverse side, designed by sculptor John Flanagan. According to CoinTrackers this coin is worth between $1-$35.00 based on condition….
U.S. Dollar Declining Purchasing Power
The table below shows an example of the U.S. dollar’s declining purchasing power over the last 50 years. Year Consumer Price Index (CPI) Purchasing Power (Relative to base year) 1970 38.8 1.00 1980 82.4 0.47 1990 130.7 0.30 2000 172.2 0.23 2010 218.1 0.18 2020 260.2 0.15 US Dollar Purchasing The table below shows an…