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History of the Indian Head Cent
The Indian Head Cent, a popular and widely collected United States coin, was minted from 1859 to 1909. It represents…
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Rating the State Quarters
The United States Mint’s 50 State Quarters Program ran from 1999 to 2008, producing quarters that honor each of the…
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History of the Lincoln Cent
The Lincoln cent, commonly known as the Lincoln penny, is a one-cent coin produced by the United States Mint since…
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History of the 1943 Steel Cent
The 1943 steel cent, often referred to as the “steel penny,” represents a unique chapter in the history of United…
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History of the Eisenhower Dollar
The Eisenhower Dollar was introduced by the United States Mint in 1971. It marked the first time that a dollar…
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Buying Coins on eBay
eBay is a popular platform for purchasing coins, offering a wide range of options for novice and experienced numismatists. This…
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History of the Walking Liberty Half Dollar
The Walking Liberty Half Dollar is a significant piece of American numismatic history, minted from 1916 to 1947. Designed by…
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Putting Together a PCGS MS63 Short Set of Walking Liberty Halves
The Walking Liberty Half Dollar, designed by Adolph A. Weinman, is a popular series among coin collectors. Struck from 1916…
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Why are Some Coins Worth More Than Others?
The value of a coin is determined by several factors that interact in complex ways. Understanding these factors can provide…
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