Columns

These short, informative articles cover a wide range of numismatic topics.

Katz Auction Celebrates 150th Sale

Katz Auction Celebrates 150th Sale

April 14, 2025

Read time 8 min read

From April 16-17, one of Europe's leading numismatic houses will hold a landmark auction that includes prized rarities.

Katz Auction Celebrates 150th Sale
American Revolution Currency

American Revolution Currency

March 17, 2025

Read time 5 min read

If you’re an American Revolution fan, it may be time to start procuring examples before excitement and prices likely increase in 2026. 

American Revolution Currency
The Boy Scouts Centennial

The Boy Scouts Centennial

March 14, 2025

Read time 7 min read

The U.S. Mint released a Boy Scouts commemorative coin in 2010 honor of the centennial of the organization, which was founded in 1910.

The Boy Scouts Centennial
A New York Mint

A New York Mint

March 13, 2025

Read time 6 min read

Despite the wealth of available information, very few hobbyists have heard about the push to create a New York Mint in the mid-1800s.

A New York Mint
An Introduction to Confederate Currency

An Introduction to Confederate Currency

February 28, 2025

Read time 4 min read

Millions of dollars worth of Confederate money was produced during the Civil War (1861-65), and it's a popular collectible today.

An Introduction to Confederate Currency
The Royal Economic Society of Havana Medal

The Royal Economic Society of Havana Medal

February 20, 2025

Read time 3 min read

Havana's Royal Economic Society of Friends issued medals of oxidized silver as a mark of distinction for its members.

The Royal Economic Society of Havana Medal
America’s Penny Problem

America’s Penny Problem

February 19, 2025

Read time 3 min read

A seasoned medalist shares her perpective on the benefits of ending production of America's lowest coin denomination.

America’s Penny Problem
eBay Grab Bags: Worth the Hype?

eBay Grab Bags: Worth the Hype?

February 18, 2025

Read time 3 min read

Grab bags are some of the most consistently sold numismatic items on eBay, so the author bought one to see if they hold up to their hype.

eBay Grab Bags: Worth the Hype?
Building a Numismatic Library

Building a Numismatic Library

January 31, 2025

Read time 4 min read

Books are so important in this hobby, but obtaining them is not always as straightforward an effort as one might think.

Building a Numismatic Library
DiscoverNCBA

DiscoverNCBA

January 21, 2025

Read time 3 min read

Tailored for entrepreneurs aged 35 and under, this program provides essential resources, networking opportunities, and industry insights.

DiscoverNCBA