1943 Copper Penny: During World War II, copper was a critical material needed for ammunition and military equipment. To conserve resources, the United States Mint decided to produce pennies using zinc-coated steel instead of copper in 1943. Millions of these steel cents were struck, but a few copper planchets from 1942 accidentally found their way … Read more
1913 Liberty Head Nickel Mystery: The Liberty Head Nickel is one of the most fascinating coins in American history. Minted between 1883 and 1912, it was never supposed to exist in 1913. Yet, a handful of coins bearing the 1913 date mysteriously appeared, sparking one of the greatest numismatic legends of all time. Collectors often … Read more
1909‑S VDB Lincoln Penny: The Lincoln cent was introduced in 1909 to commemorate the centennial of Abraham Lincoln’s birth. Designed by Victor David Brenner, it was the first American coin to feature a real person rather than symbolic imagery. Brenner’s initials, VDB, were placed prominently on the reverse of the coin, sparking immediate controversy. Critics … Read more
1900 Morgan Silver Dollar Shock: The Morgan Silver Dollar is one of the most iconic coins in American history. Minted between 1878 and 1921, it represents a fascinating era of U.S. coinage. The 1900 edition in particular has captured the imagination of collectors and enthusiasts. Stories of exaggerated values, such as claims of a $500 … Read more
1975 No S Roosevelt Dime Rarity: The Roosevelt Dime has been a staple of American coinage since 1946. It was introduced to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who had passed away the previous year. While most Roosevelt Dimes are common and circulate widely, a few rare varieties have captured the imagination of collectors. Among them, … Read more