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…
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…
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…
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.
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 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…
Perfect example of an MS-64 Wheat Penny that has been graded accordingly. Read this page to learn more about what specifications are required to make the MS-64 graded. Based off the Sheldon grading scale. A penny graded MS-64, or Mint State 64, is a coin that falls within the Sheldon Coin Grading Scale, a system…
A Blast from the Past and a Glimpse into the Future Gold and silver market prices have always been an important indicator of the global economic stability. This article explores 2023 market conditions for gold and silver, compares them to a previous decades, and predicts their future performance. Additionally, we detail how these precious metals…
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 1957 Silver Dollar Certificate can be worth as much as $250 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) $250 Extremely Fine (EF, 50-58) $125 Very Fine (VF, 35-50) $85 Fine (F, 20-35) $45 Very Good…
