A Century-Old Coin That Still Shines In the world of coin collecting, patience often pays off — literally. One shining example is the 1921 Lincoln Wheat Cent, a coin that started as a humble one-cent piece and, through scarcity and condition, has become worth up to $36,000 in today’s collector market. The Story Behind the […]
Lincoln Wheat Penny — 1943 Bronze Error Overview In 1943, the U.S. Mint switched from copper to zinc-coated steel for Lincoln cents to conserve copper for World War II. A tiny number of bronze (copper) planchets were accidentally struck with the 1943 dies—creating one of the most famous U.S. error coins. These pieces look like normal copper […]
Rare Bicentennial Quarter rumored to be worth $2.5 billion still in circulation. Could a simple quarter be hiding a life-changing fortune? Many collectors believe the 1976 Bicentennial Quarter might just be the ticket—especially since rumors persist about one elusive example allegedly valued at $2.5 billion. This commemorative coin was introduced to celebrate America’s 200th birthday, […]
From the humble penny to the rarely seen dollar coin, U.S. coins quietly move through coffee shops, parking meters, road trips, and tip jars every single day. Here’s why Americans still care about their change. Did you know? The United States Mint produces billions of coins every year, but some denominations are quietly disappearing from everyday […]
From Eisenhower dollars to the Presidential $1 series, US dollar coins carry stories that paper money — and even digital balances — can’t fully replace. Here’s why collectors and everyday Americans still care. Cash apps, contactless cards, and online banking make it easy to forget that US coins exist at all. But if you open […]
The 1873 dime was produced at the Carson City Mint (CC), which was known for its low mintages and limited coin production. During this period, the U.S. Mint added arrows next to the date on certain coins to indicate a change in weight. However, a very small number of 1873 dimes were struck without arrows, creating a highly sought-after […]