Collecting rare coins is like holding a piece of history in your hands. For collectors, these old coins tell stories about the past and sometimes even contain fascinating mistakes. A unique example is Jon Alan Boka’s 1794 Liberty Cap large cent, a coin with the “Head of 1793” design. This coin, graded About Uncirculated 58+, … Read more
CAC Grading LLC, a leader in coin grading, is set to make history as a first-time sponsor for the inaugural Great American Coin & Collectibles Show in Tampa, Florida. This prestigious event will run from September 11-14 at the Tampa Convention Center, with CAC Grading serving as both a Grand Co-Sponsor and the official grading … Read more
The Seated Liberty dollar is one of the most iconic coins in American numismatic history. Struck from 1840 to 1873, it is known for its distinctive design, which features Liberty seated on a rock holding a shield and a liberty pole. While the Seated Liberty dollar has become highly popular among collectors today, it was … Read more
The Coronet $5 gold half eagle coin series was a popular U.S. coin that ran for nearly 70 years, from 1839 to 1908. This series is particularly interesting because of its evolution over time, with the key change happening in 1866 when the phrase “IN GOD WE TRUST” was added to the reverse, making it … Read more
Jon Lusk is a well-known coin collector who has shared his personal journey and motivations behind his interest in collecting coins. His passion for numismatics started when he was a paperboy in Detroit. During his early years, he would visit the J.L. Hudson’s department store and the coin shop of Earl Schill. Over time, this … Read more
In 2023, the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) reviewed designs for two important U.S. coins and medals: the Iran Hostage Crisis Congressional Gold Medal and the 2026 Native American Dollar. The designs, which were considered on June 20, were created to honor specific historical events and people. After careful consideration, the CFA recommended the final … Read more
In 2024, a remarkable discovery was made in the world of coin collecting. A plaster model and galvanos for the 1936 Long Island Tercentenary half dollar, created by the American sculptor Howard K. Weinman, were acquired by Mike Byers, a professional numismatist from Las Vegas. These items had remained unknown to the numismatic community since … Read more
Heritage’s June 13 Premier Session auction features an exceptional selection of coins from the Citizen Bold collection, including some highly sought-after Morgan silver dollars. The collection is particularly notable for its rare and high-grade specimens, such as the 1893-S Morgan dollar, a coin that has become a symbol of pride for collectors due to its … Read more
Lately, I’ve been feeling a bit nostalgic. Several things have brought these feelings to the surface – another birthday, news of a 50th high school reunion, and even a surprising fact that the average age of an MTV viewer is now 51. All of this has caused me to reflect more on the past than … Read more
The discovery of ancient hoards, or collections of coins and other valuables, has provided us with an incredible glimpse into the past. Some of these hoards date back to the third century BCE and are connected to the practice of establishing sacred spaces in areas that were once part of ancient Rome. These areas include … Read more