On Feb. 3, 1690, the Massachusetts Bay Colony was said to have issued the first paper money in the United States. The purpose was to help fund military action against Canada during...
Millions of Kurgerrands have been sold worldwide and often used for investment purposes but also considered legal tender in South Africa. The value is primarily based on its weight and...
Jade is traditionally revered in many Asian cultures, where it's considered more precious than gold or diamonds. Legend has it that it protects the wearer from misfortune — if your bangle breaks,...
THE HISTORY OF THE LINCOLN WHEAT PENNY June 9, 2021 There have been more than a dozen varieties of Lincoln-based coins in U.S. history, but the Lincoln Wheat Penny is one of...
Storing Your Collection Keep coins cool and dry Sharp changes in temperature and moisture cause discoloration that devalues coins. Avoid talking directly over coins; tiny droplets of saliva can also...
After the U.S. Constitution was ratified, Congress passed the "Mint Act" of April 2, 1792, which established the coinage system of the United States and the dollar as the principal...
Series 1886 Martha Washington One Dollar Certificate - Martha Washington is the first and only woman to grace the primary portrait of U.S. paper currency.Image courtesy of United States Secret...
