When global conflict erupts, mints don’t have the luxury of time. They adapt fast — or their economies grind to a halt. The emergency coinage produced […]

The market for this item isn’t just local. Let’s look at how overseas collectors and repatriation trends are affecting its value. As an international bullion dealer, […]

My First Encounter with the Dents Run Mystery I remember exactly where I was when I first heard about the Dents Run gold. I was sitting […]

Building a type set is one of the most rewarding journeys in numismatics. You get to hold history in your hands, one design at a time. […]

During times of global conflict, mints had to adapt quickly. This piece represents a fascinating era of emergency metal rationing. As a military historian, I’ve spent […]

The history of money is littered with failed experiments and oddball denominations. I’ve spent the better part of a decade digging through auction catalogs, Mint records, […]

Coins didn’t circulate in a vacuum. Let’s look at the fascinating paper currency that was used right alongside this piece. Introduction: Why Paper Money Matters in […]

Sometimes the unofficial money is way more interesting than the stuff the government actually made. That’s been my experience, anyway, and it’s what keeps me coming […]

A coin struck from a fresh die looks completely different than one struck from a dying one. I learned this the hard way after overpaying for […]