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Affordable Ancients: Workhorse Roman Coins

Affordable Ancients: Workhorse Roman Coins

The silver antoninianus—the workhorse coin of the Roman Empire during the Crisis of the Third Century—needn't break the bank.
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Grading the Graders

Grading the Graders

Grading has become a complex system of technical terms and evolving subcategories. Explore these popular, confusing words that plague modern grading.
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Hong Kong’s One-Stop Coin Shops

Hong Kong’s One-Stop Coin Shops

The Ho Mong Kok Shopping Centre in Hong Kong offers four floors of individually owned and run shops selling coins, bank notes, and stamps.
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The Strange and Mysterious $2 Bill

The Strange and Mysterious $2 Bill

Myths and misconceptions abound when it comes to the $2 bill, a denomination that holds a bit of magic for hobbyists and noncollectors alike.
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Celebrating Women’s History Month

News & Notes

Notable News (March 17-23, 2026)

Notable News (March 17-23, 2026)

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This week’s headlines include Iran’s 10 million rial note, the Bank of Canada Museum, Long Beach Expo, and the 2026 Q. David Bowers Award.

Notable News (March 17-23, 2026)
NCBA Awards Scholarships

NCBA Awards Scholarships

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The National Coin & Bullion Association has awarded scholarships for the ANA’s Summer Seminar to Andrew Kriter and Nathaniel Hafran.

NCBA Awards Scholarships
Echoes of 1776 on the 2026 Dime

Echoes of 1776 on the 2026 Dime

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The olive branch—long a symbol of peace—has been removed from the eagle’s talons on the reverse of the one-year-only 2026 dime.

Echoes of 1776 on the 2026 Dime
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Pop Culture…in Precious Metal

Pop Culture…in Precious Metal

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Pop-culture collectibles are entering a bold and fresh new era, and the coin industry is playing a big part.

Pop Culture…in Precious Metal
Rough Seas

Rough Seas

Read time1 min read

The Royal Mint’s 2026 depiction of Britannia emphasizes the country’s maritime tradition and represents stability in turbulent times.

Rough Seas
Miss Liberty’s Comeback

Miss Liberty’s Comeback

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Liberty returns to the half dollar after a nearly 80-year absence with a special one-year-only 250th anniversary design.

Miss Liberty’s Comeback
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Animals on Money

Editor’s Picks

On the Market

Just Starting Out

The Young Collector

U.S. Coins

Tokens & Medals

Paper Money