Understanding the Peace Dollar and Its History
What the Peace Dollar is, why it was minted, and how to understand its design, dates, and mint marks.
US Coins & History
A Guide to Franklin Half Dollars
Learn how Franklin half dollars were designed, what dates and mint marks to look for, and what shapes their condition and value.
The History of the Buffalo Nickel
How the Buffalo Nickel came to be, why its design changed coin collecting, and what shaped its run from 1913 to 1938.
Understanding the Indian Head Cent
Learn what the Indian Head Cent is, how to read its dates and mint marks, and what shapes its condition and collector value.
A Guide to Lincoln Wheat Pennies
Learn how Lincoln Wheat Pennies were made, what dates and errors matter, and how to check condition before valuing one.
The Story Behind the Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle
How the Saint-Gaudens double eagle came to be, why it’s called a masterpiece, and what collectors look for today.
Understanding the Walking Liberty Half Dollar
A clear guide to the Walking Liberty Half Dollar: its history, design, dates, mint marks, and what shapes its collector value.
The History of the Morgan Silver Dollar
How the Morgan silver dollar came to be, why production stopped and restarted, and what shapes its value among collectors today.