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Bottoms Up!

A 19th-century liquor wholesaler issued a merchant token to drum up business at his Tacoma-based establishment.

Seeing Double

The now-famous 1955 doubled-die Lincoln cents, which sell for thousands of dollars, weren’t always so famous.

Roll with It

Although some question its merits, coin-roll hunting is an enjoyable and profitable pastime for collectors of all ages.

The High Cost of Money

Purchasing a dusty old document taught the author a history lesson about the value of money—and how it doesn't go as far as it used to.

The Alchemist

The alchemists’ dream of turning lead into gold came true for the Nicaraguan rebel Sandino, but not without consequences.

Secrets to a Long and Happy Life

Challenging, entertaining, and engaging hobbies—like coin collecting— have the power to make us happier and healthier.

Tales of “Heads or Tails”

Determining which side of a coin is which isn’t as easy as you might think.

Books, Books, Books

Collectors can never have too many books. Or can they?

The Alligator & the Pirates

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Collecting Sample Slabs

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Numismatics: Let’s Call it Money

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Coin Jewelry