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Complete Guide to U.S. National Bank Notes (1875–1935) Summary (Direct answer) This guide explains what U.S. National Bank Notes are, how they were issued, the different types (Original Series, Brown Backs, Blue Backs, Red Seals, and 1902–1929 types), how to identify rarity, how charter numbers work, and how collectors can determine values. Covers history, grading,…
Did you know that a 1918-D Walking Liberty Half Dollar sold for an incredible $340,750? Or that a 1919-D in pristine condition brought $270,250 at auction? Here’s an even more stunning fact: a 1921-S Walking Liberty—one of the key dates in the series—commanded $188,000! These aren’t just old coins; they’re American numismatic treasures that represent…
Modern Lincoln cents (1959-2025) represent one of the most extensively studied series in American numismatics, offering collectors a rich variety of mint errors and die varieties. These manufacturing anomalies, ranging from die varieties to striking errors, transform ordinary pennies into sought-after collectibles worth hundreds or thousands of dollars. Error coins appeal to collectors because each…
In June 2016, coin dealer Mike Byers listed a 1970-S proof Washington quarter on eBay for $35,000, triggering a nationwide coin hunt. This wasn’t ordinary pocket change—it was a proof quarter struck over a 1941 Canadian quarter. “I have a jug full of quarters and dimes,” commented Bill Atwell on the Philadelphia ABC-6 news Facebook page. “I know…
Recent market activity shows young collectors discovering coin roll hunting through TikTok are creating demand for varieties their parents ignored, turning everyday pocket change into treasure hunting opportunities. Hashtags like #RarePenny, #CoinHunt, and #2014Penny are trending, with thousands joining what’s being dubbed “The Penny Craze”, demonstrating how viral content can instantly shift collector interest toward…
Most 2013 Lincoln Shield pennies are worth exactly one cent, with over 7 billion minted that year making them abundantly common. However, condition creates the critical value distinction that separates ordinary pocket change from collectible specimens. The Shield design itself carries historical significance, symbolizing national unity and making these modern cents appealing beyond their monetary…
From a collector’s perspective, 2007 pennies occupy a crucial transitional position as the penultimate Memorial cent year before the historic 2009 redesign. While circulation strikes remain abundant and accessible to beginners, specialized varieties like satin finish specimens and dramatic errors offer intriguing collecting opportunities. Investment potential varies significantly—regular examples hold minimal premium, but high-grade specimens…
Imagine finding out the penny in your pocket could be worth $300—not because it’s old or rare, but because it might be the very last one ever made. After 232 years of jingling in American pockets, the humble penny’s production screeched to a halt in 2025 when it cost nearly 4 cents to make each…
Ever wondered why some Lincoln cents in your pocket could be worth thousands while others are just… well, one cent? It’s a crazy world where a 1969-S DDO penny actually sold for $126,500 while billions of regular pennies get tossed in jars and forgotten. Since 1959 when Lincoln cents went modern with the Memorial reverse,…
Beyond the Blue Seal $1: A Deep Dive into the Diverse World of US Silver Certificates & Related Currency In our previous guide, we explored the value of the common $1 blue seal Diverse World of US Silver Certificates – a note many Americans encounter. But that familiar bill is just the entry point into…
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