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A Penny Saved

A Penny Saved

Cents are costly to produce, endlessly collectible, and often misnamed. What does this future hold for the lowest U.S. denomination?
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One Man’s Fake

One Man’s Fake

One numismatic item appeared to be a well-crafted fake, but it was actually a facsimile crafted to inform collectors.
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Call for 2026 National Coin Week Theme

Call for 2026 National Coin Week Theme

The ANA invites collectors to submit theme ideas for the 2026 National Coin Week that reflect the idea of money as a symbol of freedom.
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Buyer Beware

Buyer Beware

One of the most frustrating obstacles in numismatics is counterfeits, and no place is more notorious for selling them than eBay.
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Take a Trip to the Money Museum

Take a Trip to the Money Museum

At the Edward C. Rochette Money Museum, visitors delve into the rich and fascinating world of currency. Discover all these great exhibits online!
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News & Notes

Record-Breaking Gold Prices

Record-Breaking Gold Prices

Read time1 min read

On Tuesday, gold prices hit a record high of over $4,000 an ounce as investors purchase the precious metal for financial security.

Record-Breaking Gold Prices
Call for 2026 National Coin Week Theme

Call for 2026 National Coin Week Theme

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The ANA invites collectors to submit theme ideas for the 2026 National Coin Week that reflect the idea of money as a symbol of freedom.

Call for 2026 National Coin Week Theme
Notable News (September 30-October 6, 2025)

Notable News (September 30-October 6, 2025)

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This week’s headlines include a convenience store that no longer accepts cents, a Royal Mint podcast, Aussie counterfeits, and a Trump coin.

Notable News (September 30-October 6, 2025)
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Own an 1804 Dollar Reissue

Own an 1804 Dollar Reissue

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The U.S. Mint’s fourth release in its Best of the Mint series pays homage to the storied 1804 dollar with a gold coin and silver medal.

Own an 1804 Dollar Reissue
A Fierce Protector

A Fierce Protector

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The sixth addition to the Hungarian Mint’s Hungarian Herding and Hunting Breeds series features the Kuvasz, a loyal livestock guardian dog.

A Fierce Protector
Santa’s Workshop

Santa’s Workshop

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A festive coin from the Perth Mint features a beautiful design that captures the hustle and bustle of Santa’s workshop in intricate detail.

Santa’s Workshop
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