Features

These cover-worthy pieces take a close look into some of the hobby’s most fascinating stories.

The Princess & the Frog

The Princess & the Frog

September 9, 2026

Read time 5 min read

A previously undocumented 130th issue of the Society of Medalists reveals a final chapter in the celebrated series.

The Princess & the Frog
Selling & Buying on Whatnot: A Beginner’s Guide

Selling & Buying on Whatnot: A Beginner’s Guide

August 14, 2026

Read time 9 min read

A sensational new way to buy and sell coins is on the rise. Get ahead of the game with these tips and tricks for the app Whatnot.

Selling & Buying on Whatnot: A Beginner’s Guide
Phidias’s Works in Ancient Numismatics

Phidias’s Works in Ancient Numismatics

July 21, 2026

Read time 9 min read

Ancient Greek coins and Roman copies offer a remarkable glimpse into the lost masterpieces of the great sculptor Phidias.

Phidias’s Works in Ancient Numismatics
Kicking Off Collecting

Kicking Off Collecting

June 10, 2026

Read time 6 min read

Commemorative coins issued for the FIFA World Cup serve as lasting mementos for soccer fans and collectors.

Kicking Off Collecting
The Cárdenas Medal

The Cárdenas Medal

May 18, 2026

Read time 11 min read

The captain and crew of the USRC Hudson were awarded prestigious medals for their daring rescue made under enemy fire.

The Cárdenas Medal
Hong Kong’s One-Stop Coin Shops

Hong Kong’s One-Stop Coin Shops

March 24, 2026

Read time 7 min read

The Ho Mong Kok Shopping Centre with four floors of individually owned and run shops conducts serious numismatic business.

Hong Kong’s One-Stop Coin Shops
Collecting Large Cents

Collecting Large Cents

February 20, 2026

Read time 4 min read

Struck from 1793 to 1857, large cents offer variety and collecting opportunities for hobbyists of all budgets and experience levels.

Collecting Large Cents
The Conservation Medal & the Hollywood Heavyweight

The Conservation Medal & the Hollywood Heavyweight

January 27, 2026

Read time 5 min read

At Half-Earth Day 2025, conservation met art as Harrison Ford received the first E.O. Wilson Legacy Award and its stunning medal.

The Conservation Medal & the Hollywood Heavyweight
Mind the App: Coinsnap’s Pros & Cons

Mind the App: Coinsnap’s Pros & Cons

November 22, 2025

Read time 8 min read

This AI-powered smartphone app identifies, grades, and values a coin by using photos—but is it a reliable resource for collectors?

Mind the App: Coinsnap’s Pros & Cons
One Man’s Fake

One Man’s Fake

October 9, 2025

Read time 6 min read

One numismatic item appeared to be a well-crafted fake, but it was actually a facsimile crafted to inform collectors.

One Man’s Fake
Arctic Expedition Medal

Arctic Expedition Medal

September 11, 2025

Read time 8 min read

The U.S. Mint struck a medal for the survivors of an ill-fated Arctic expedition led by U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander George DeLong.

Arctic Expedition Medal