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A Portuguese vessel lost in 1533 resurfaced in Namibia’s desert, offering a treasure trove of coins, ingots, and a glimpse into global trade history.
Calling all coin clubs and show organizers—don’t miss your free chance to be seen by thousands of collectors!
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After nearly three years of service, U.S. Mint Director Ventris C. Gibson reflects on her time with heartfelt farewell.
The gold market is glimmering—but for collectors, the shine may come with a catch.
Once a niche hobby dominated by small shops, the coin industry now boasts billion-dollar corporations, stock-listed companies, and exclusive U.S. Mint deals.
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This month’s journey through small-town American currency takes us to the picturesque communities of Randall, Kansas, and Bowerston, Ohio—two charming stops with rich stories and rare notes, even if history books have left them largely behind.
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As gold and silver surge to new highs, pricing updates struggle to keep pace. Numismaster.com is adapting its valuations to reflect rapid market changes and ensure accuracy in an unpredictable commodities landscape.
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A Brutus portrait denarius, an aureus of Postumus, and more go for thousands at the latest auction.
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All of the March 21, 2025, poll respondents had their own particular suggestions, and while they differ, the majority would replace FDR on the dime.
March 31 has become a flashpoint for silver buyers hoping to shake up the market—and possibly squeeze out the short sellers.
The U.S. Mint’s American Women Quarters Program, running from 2022 through 2025, celebrates the trailblazing contributions of women across all fields with a series of commemorative coins backed by historic legislation.
CIT captures the cataclysmic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in breathtaking detail with its new Cook Islands $20 “Lost City – Pompeii” coin, featuring a dramatic 10mm high-relief rendering of the volcano spewing lava and ash over the doomed ancient city.
A one-of-a-kind set of gold and silver coins honoring Paul McCartney—personally approved by the music legend himself—fetched over $750,000 in a special Stack’s Bowers Galleries auction featuring ultra-rare 5kg Presentation Editions handcrafted by The Royal Mint.
Fresh-to-market rarities and historic collections headline Stack’s Bowers Galleries’ Spring 2025 Showcase Auction, now open for presale bidding.
According to respondents to our March 14, 2025, poll, no matter how convenient online sales may be, coin shows are here to stay.
As most states recognize bullion and coinage as a legitimate medium of exchange, some lawmakers are moving to revoke tax exemptions—sparking concern among collectors and investors.
Parthava Coin is an online store that strives to provide high-quality coins and banknotes to all collectors around the world.
Could the Bayern Thaler Become a German Krugerrand?
A rare Paul Revere-printed “Sword in Hand” note, held in a private collection for over 30 years, shattered expectations at Heritage’s Winter U.S. Colonial Currency Showcase, far exceeding its $1,500 estimate.
Provenance can be a game-changer in numismatics—except when it comes to standard price guides. A look at an 1872-M Italy 5 lire from the famed Eric P. Newman Collection reveals why some coins sell for multiples of their market value, but their historical pedigree doesn’t always impact official pricing.
Ivor Brecker’s numismatic treasures drew intense bidding at Noonans Mayfair, with the sale realizing £82,970 ($107,205 USD)—more than double the low estimate. A dedicated collector since 1959, Brecker’s lifelong passion for coins shone through in this record-breaking auction.
Patsy Takemoto Mink shattered barriers as the first Asian American woman in Congress and a champion of Title IX. Now, her legacy is honored with a commemorative U.S. quarter, celebrating her lifelong fight for equality and opportunity.
Everyone who answered the March 03, 2025, poll question has their own particular favorite, and they vary greatly.
Hidden for more than two millennia, the Le Câtillon II hoard is the largest Celtic coin trove ever discovered. But was it a royal treasury, a temple offering, or a desperate act of survival? Ongoing research is rewriting the story of Jersey’s ancient past.