The 1861 US Confederate Half Dollar – What to Know
When it comes to a Confederate Half Dollar or Confederate States of America Half Dollar, you either have a very
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Coin Guides
Whitman Releases New Edition of Guide to Lincoln Cents
Whitman Publishing has released an expanded, updated second edition of its best-selling Guide Book of Lincoln Cents, a popular entry in the
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What is a Wide Collar Coin?
Definition: A coin struck inside a collar whose diameter is wider than normal. This rare error is subtle and is often
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How to spot a Rusted Coin Die
Rusted Die Definition: A die with a rusted or corroded surface. The roughened and pitted areas will be transferred to the coin
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Coin World Sneak Peak on Unique Machine Doubling Examples
An unusual case of machine doubling What is called “machine doubling” is a fairly common occurrence on coins and is
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Cool Numismatic News – $85K Coin Just Found 1990 No S
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Apollo 11 Commemorative Coin Review and Information
In 2019, the United States Mint will produce and sell curved Apollo 11 Commemorative Coins in recognition of the 50th
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What are Clad Coins?
The half dollar, quarter dollar, and dime coins are clad coins with 3 layers of metal. The 2 identical outer
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Coin Weights and Requirements under US Law – 31 U.S. Code § 5112
31 U.S. Code § 5112 – Denominations, specifications, and design of coins (a) The Secretary of the Treasury may mint
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The Morgan Dollar – The Complete Rundown
The 1886 Morgan dollar, known more officially as the Liberty Head dollar, is a silver coin that was struck at
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