You know, as someone who’s been collecting coins since I was a kid, there’s nothing quite like the thrill of discovering new pieces from around the […]

As a lifelong coin enthusiast, I’ve always been drawn to the intricate designs and historical stories behind European coins minted in the early 1900s. Over the […]

I recently pulled off a trade that landed me my most expensive coin yet—a breathtaking 1623-24 British gold Laurel from the reign of King James I. […]

As someone who collects US cents and half cents by variety, I’ve spent years figuring out how to price these coins without overpaying. Rarity, grade, and […]

I recently tackled a really interesting coin grading challenge featuring three Morgan Dollars—1881-CC, 1895-S, and 1921—all sharing the same PCGS grade. That twist made me step […]

My Hole-y Grail: Building a 19th Century Set Building this collection of holed 19th century U.S. coins has been equal parts treasure hunt and history lesson. […]

I’ve been deep-diving into building my own Seated Liberty Quarter type set lately, and the differences between the Red Book and PCGS classifications really caught my […]

I’ve always been fascinated by Civil War tokens, and the 1863 Story & Southworth piece recently grabbed my attention. Looking into its story got me thinking […]

I recently got my hands on a 1903 Barber dime and dove deep into examining it, uncovering some eye-opening insights about grading, conservation, and the nuances […]