A rare $20 double eagle gold coin from the California Gold Rush era recently fetched a staggering $1.44 million at an auction in Costa Mesa, California. The coin, originally minted in 1870 at the Carson City Mint, was a highlight at the Stack’s Bowers Galleries Rarities Night Auction. This historic piece sold for about 70,000 … Read more
A small but historically significant silver coin struck in Boston in 1652 has sold for an astonishing $2.5 million. Known as the Massachusetts threepence, the coin weighs just 1.1 grams and is about the size of a modern nickel. Despite its modest silver value of $1.03, the coin has captured the attention of collectors worldwide … Read more
In a fascinating discovery, over 500,000 rare ceramic coins from World War II were found in Kyoto, Japan, in August 2023. These coins, often called “phantom coins,” are a window into Japan’s resourcefulness during wartime, when metal shortages forced innovative solutions to keep the economy running. Why Were Ceramic Coins Created? During World War II, … Read more
A team of metal detector enthusiasts recently made an incredible discovery in Somerset, England. In early 2019, this group of hobbyists struck gold—or rather, silver—by uncovering the UK’s richest-ever treasure hoard, which has since been valued at an astonishing £4.3 million. The coins, now known as the Chew Valley Hoard, offer a unique look into … Read more
Coins have been a part of human history for thousands of years, and while some ancient coins can only be found in museums, one of the oldest coin designs is still in circulation today. Surprisingly, it’s not an American or British coin but a Swiss coin that holds the record. Switzerland’s 10 centimes coin, first … Read more
The 230th Anniversary Flowing Hair High Relief Gold Coin is a tribute to the historic Flowing Hair Dollar, the first dollar coin ever issued by the United States in 1794. The original dollar was overseen by David Rittenhouse, the first Director of the U.S. Mint, and designed by Chief Engraver Robert Scot. This special anniversary … Read more
In a recent auction, a rare U.S. dime hidden away for over 40 years fetched an astounding $506,250! This dime, minted in 1975 in San Francisco, is one of just two known coins missing the distinctive “S” mint mark that usually identifies coins from that city. Ohio Family Inherits Rare Coin, Nets $500K in Thrilling … Read more
This week, major developments hit the headlines in the West, from a historic treasure find to an exciting airport upgrade and a heartfelt tribute to a pop star. £4.3 Million Coin Hoard Sold to Heritage Trust A historic treasure, discovered by a group of metal detectorists in Chew Valley in 2019, has been acquired for … Read more
A rare coin, held by an Ohio family since the late 1970s, recently made headlines when it sold for just over $500,000 at an auction. Known as the 1975 “no S” Roosevelt dime, this valuable piece lacks the typical “S” mint mark that usually signifies it was made at the U.S. Mint in San Francisco. … Read more
Coins and bills are a constant in daily life, circulating by the millions throughout the United States. Usually, these coins are only worth what they’re marked, but a few special ones hold surprising value for collectors—often fetching hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Collectors are willing to pay a premium for coins with unique characteristics, … Read more