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Recognizing Australian Inventions

The Royal Australian Mint honors five iconic Australian inventions in its latest commemorative collection.

Four Animals Chosen for Britain’s New Notes

The Bank of England has announced the four animals the public selected to appear on a new series of nature-themed bank notes.

2028 Dollars Honor Innovation in the West and Great Plains

The Commission of Fine Arts recently reviewed the design proposals for the 2028 American Innovation dollars.

CIT & Parthava Coin Launch Thunder Dragon Special Edition

The Thunder Dragon 5 ounce Silver Coin combines drama, fantasy, unique imagery, and bold relief in one special coin.

News & Notes

Kolomna Hoard Plagued by Mystery

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The owner of a hoard of over 2,600 silver coins discovered in Kolomna outside Moscow may have fallen victim to the plague in the 1400s.

Kolomna Hoard Plagued by Mystery

Four Animals Chosen for Britain’s New Notes

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The Bank of England has announced the four animals the public selected to appear on a new series of nature-themed bank notes.

Four Animals Chosen for Britain’s New Notes

1792 Half Disme Back at Auction after 13 Years

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A mint-state 1792 half disme, the finest known example, hits the auction block on October 8 after a decade of public display.

1792 Half Disme Back at Auction after 13 Years

King Charles III on Cayman Coins

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The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority will soon release its 2026 circulating coins depicting King Charles III.

King Charles III on Cayman Coins

Recognizing Australian Inventions

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The Royal Australian Mint honors five iconic Australian inventions in its latest commemorative collection.

Recognizing Australian Inventions

2028 Dollars Honor Innovation in the West and Great Plains

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The Commission of Fine Arts recently reviewed the design proposals for the 2028 American Innovation dollars.

2028 Dollars Honor Innovation in the West and Great Plains

The Royal Treatment

Coins for a Queen

King Charles 10-Pence Coins Circulate

Fit for a Queen

Currency that Went Bananas

A Coin for the Queen of Soul

British Milestones

Rare Petition Crown Sells for Big Bucks

Queen of Crime

King of Barber Dimes Sells for $1.25 Million

Editor’s Picks

“Clothesline” Named 2026 American Medal of the Year

26-Cent Coin Sells for Nearly $17,000

A Change in Canvas: From Ceiling to Coin

A Guide to Your First YN Auction

The Young Collector

American Art-Union, Part 2: The Allston & Trumbull Medals

Collecting Large Cents

Recognizing Australian Inventions

Four Animals Chosen for Britain’s New Notes

2028 Dollars Honor Innovation in the West and Great Plains

CIT & Parthava Coin Launch Thunder Dragon Special Edition

News & Notes

Kolomna Hoard Plagued by Mystery

Four Animals Chosen for Britain’s New Notes

1792 Half Disme Back at Auction after 13 Years

King Charles III on Cayman Coins

Recognizing Australian Inventions

2028 Dollars Honor Innovation in the West and Great Plains

The Royal Treatment

Coins for a Queen

King Charles 10-Pence Coins Circulate

Fit for a Queen

Currency that Went Bananas

A Coin for the Queen of Soul

British Milestones

Rare Petition Crown Sells for Big Bucks

Queen of Crime

King of Barber Dimes Sells for $1.25 Million

Editor’s Picks

“Clothesline” Named 2026 American Medal of the Year

26-Cent Coin Sells for Nearly $17,000

A Change in Canvas: From Ceiling to Coin

A Guide to Your First YN Auction

The Young Collector

American Art-Union, Part 2: The Allston & Trumbull Medals

Collecting Large Cents

The Strange and Mysterious $2 Bill

Auctions: Be Brave & Bid!

The Importance of Curiosity

Just Starting Out

Should We Fear a Digital Dollar?

Future Forward: The Next 250 Years of Coin Collecting

Selling & Buying on Whatnot: A Beginner’s Guide

The Odyssey Told through Coins

U.S. Coins

Hard Evidence

Mysterious Gold, Part 2

Mysterious Gold, Part 1

In the Details

Sovereign Coinage

Tokens & Medals

In Newcomb We Trust

A Smooth Finish

Seattle Expo Souvenir

Inventive Dentist

War Hero

Sea Beach Palace

Cooper’s Free Library

Patriotic Fervor

A Collector’s Dilemma

World’s Fair Beer Garden

Political Fanfare

The Chelsea Fire

Urban Transit

Sea Service

Pro Patria

Unlucky in Love

Dutch Roots

Confederate Veterans

Summer Fair & Fiesta

Honesty Is the Best Policy

Living Statues

Ugly…but Oh So Rare!

Vicksburg Peace Jubilee

Coast to Coast Bicycle Race

Underground Wealth

Trip Cancellation

Tracking Down Mavericks

Effervescent Remedy

Flying High

Judy’s Magic Touch

Sweet Sensation

A “Depotel” Token

Mining Meeting

The Lincoln-Gardner Token

Paper Money

Big Wig