Personal Connections to American Coins

1879-O Liberty Head Double Eagle. Image: Heritage Auctions / CoinWeek. By Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker for CoinWeek Notes ….. The last variation of the Liberty Head Double Eagle, often referred to as Type 3, was the Liberty Head Double Eagle With Motto and Twenty Dollars type. The Liberty Head Double Eagle was produced for

Some coins tell a story. This one rewrites the book. Caption: The 2oz Silver Filigree Lion of England—where craftsmanship meets heritage. Read on to discover how this Lion of England coin blends centuries-old craftsmanship with modern minting innovation – a masterpiece that elevates numismatics to fine artistry. Chapter 1 –  A Masterclass in Filigree Art

On 15th September 1940, the skies above Britain became the stage for one of the most decisive moments of the Second World War. This day, now marked as Battle of Britain Day, witnessed RAF pilots confronting the largest Luftwaffe assault of the war. Their success not only safeguarded Britain from invasion but also provided a

Image: Bob Evans / Finest Known. Exhibit includes big assayers’ gold bars recovered from the 1857 sinking of the legendary “Ship of Gold”. Historic California Gold Rush sunken treasure recovered from the 1857 wreck of the fabled “Ship of Gold” will be displayed in Tennessee for the first time during the International Money Expo in

The India Government Mint, Hyderabad, has opened the bookings for the ₹125 commemorative coin issued to mark the 125th Birth Anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee. The bookings are open from September 2, 2025, and it is subject to limited availability. Earlier, on July 9, 2025, the Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, unveiled

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The Government of India will issue a ₹150 commemorative coin to mark the 150th Birth Anniversary of Acharya Jawahar Lal Ji Maharaj. The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on September 1, 2025, confirming this coin. Acharya Shri Jawahar Lal Ji Maharaj was a revered Jain saint known for his profound wisdom, spiritual leadership, and dedication to

V & E Coin News – September is a bit slower for U.S. Mint product releases than August, but collectors will still find a unique mix of palladium, gold, and silver coins, along with two medals. The upcoming products include classic designs, such as those on American Eagles and the Morgan and Peace dollars, as