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Gradeflation

Gradeflation

July 3, 2025

Read time 3 min read

Is "gradeflation," or the loosening of grading standards, eroding collectors' confidence in the accuracy of coin grades?

Gradeflation
Japan’s Coin Culture

Japan’s Coin Culture

July 3, 2025

Read time 3 min read

Coins play a large role in Japan's culture and commerce, contributing to the country's distinctive coin culture.

Japan’s Coin Culture
Is Gold the New Green?

Is Gold the New Green?

June 25, 2025

Read time 4 min read

Goldbacks are used in six states as a secondary currency, and several other states are considering adopting them for the same purpose.

Is Gold the New Green?
Discover Santorini in Silver

Discover Santorini in Silver

June 23, 2025

Read time 2 min read

One of the world’s most beautiful travel destinations is now featured in Parthava Coin's popular silver series.

Discover Santorini in Silver
Benjamin Franklin: Numismatic Genius

Benjamin Franklin: Numismatic Genius

June 23, 2025

Read time 4 min read

An acclaimed and inventive statesman, Franklin created currency that memorializes his colorful life and achievements.

Benjamin Franklin: Numismatic Genius
A Star Is Born

A Star Is Born

June 11, 2025

Read time 5 min read

An unexpected find during a routine bank roll hunt led to the discovery of a new Kennedy half dollar error.

A Star Is Born
How Coins Tone

How Coins Tone

June 10, 2025

Read time 5 min read

Many collectors are fascinated with the way vibrant toning forms on coins and what factors cause it to develop.

How Coins Tone
Artistry & Nostalgia

Artistry & Nostalgia

June 4, 2025

Read time 4 min read

The United States Mint's 50 State Quarters® program still makes for an engaging, affordable, and accessible pursuit.

Artistry & Nostalgia
Stop the Presses

Stop the Presses

May 28, 2025

Read time 4 min read

Due to a fatal flaw, one of the most acclaimed numismatic books of all time was nearly obsolete before it was even distributed.

Stop the Presses
Real, But Not: An Introduction to Altered Coins

Real, But Not: An Introduction to Altered Coins

May 15, 2025

Read time 4 min read

Alterations to genuine coins can be difficult to detect. Follow these tips to determine whether a coin has been tampered with.

Real, But Not: An Introduction to Altered Coins
Parthava Coin Offers Batman Silver Foil

Parthava Coin Offers Batman Silver Foil

May 15, 2025

Read time 2 min read

Celebrate the launch of DC Comics’ first-ever limited edition Iconic Cover Silver Foils—featuring the legendary Batman comic No. 423.

Parthava Coin Offers Batman Silver Foil
Why a Seated Liberty?

Why a Seated Liberty?

May 12, 2025

Read time 5 min read

The iconic design has a history that reaches across nations and eras and remains popular with U.S. collectors.

Why a Seated Liberty?