The U.S. State Quarters Program, launched in 1999, reshaped modern coin collecting in a way few programs ever have. By featuring a new state design every few months, it encouraged millions of Americans to look more closely at their spare change. While most state quarters were struck in enormous quantities and remain worth only face … Read more
The Susan B. Anthony dollar has a way of surprising people. It’s a coin many Americans have seen, spent, or tossed into a drawer without thinking twice. Then a headline pops up claiming a rare Susan B. Anthony dollar could be worth as much as $880,000, and suddenly everyone wants to check their change jar. … Read more
The 1776–1976 Bicentennial Liberty Quarter stands out as one of the most recognizable coins in modern U.S. history. Created to celebrate 200 years of American independence, this quarter captured the spirit of a nationwide celebration and found its way into millions of pockets. While most Bicentennial Quarters are still common today, a closer look reveals … Read more
The Mercury Dime is one of the most admired coins in American numismatic history. Though small in size, it carries enormous historical, artistic, and financial significance. Introduced more than a century ago, this silver dime continues to attract collectors who are fascinated by its beauty and the possibility that a rare example could be worth … Read more
The Lincoln penny, first issued in 1909, is one of the most familiar coins in American history and one of the most collected. What began as everyday pocket change has become a rich field for collectors, investors, and history enthusiasts alike. Over more than a century of production, changes in design, metal composition, and minting … Read more