I’ve always been fascinated by sunken treasure stories, and recently I got wrapped up in the tale of the SS Central America, lost off South Carolina […]

While digging through some old family heirlooms, I came across a coin that really caught my eye – a worn piece I first guessed might be […]

I’ve spent years collecting US cents and half cents by variety, and one thing that keeps me up at night is figuring out how rarity truly […]

Putting together my holed US 19th-century type set has been quite the adventure, and heading into 2025, it’s a mix of excitement and stubborn gaps. These […]

You know that rush when you stumble upon an old coin? I got that exact thrill recently when a 1926 wheat cent landed in my hands. […]

I’ve spent years exploring the fascinating world of Dukats, those golden treasures that span centuries, and I’m excited to share my journey with fellow numismatists. From […]

You know, as someone who’s been collecting coins for years, I’ve always had a soft spot for those whimsical elongated cents—you know, the ones you make […]

I’ve been following the U.S. Mint’s decision to stop ordering penny blanks, and it’s really got me thinking about what this means for folks like us […]

I recently came across a zinc Lincoln Shield cent that looked like it had survived a natural disaster—completely eaten away by corrosion. As someone who’s handled […]