Exclusive Numismatic Columns

ANA Launches New Club for Young Collectors

July 16, 2025

5 min read

The Young Numismatists of America seeks to educate young collectors, create an engaging community of peers, and empower YNs to make waves.

ANA Launches New Club for Young Collectors

Rock, Paper, Scissors

July 11, 2025

3 min read

This popular game can become an unexpected collecting challenge for the hobbyist willing to accept it. Wanna play?

Rock, Paper, Scissors

Japan’s Coin Culture

July 3, 2025

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?

June 25, 2025

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?

Benjamin Franklin: Numismatic Genius

June 23, 2025

4 min read

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

Benjamin Franklin: Numismatic Genius

How Coins Tone

June 10, 2025

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

June 4, 2025

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

May 28, 2025

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

May 15, 2025

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

Fame & Infamy: Coins of Rome’s Best & Worst Emperors

April 15, 2025

3 min read

Ancient coins provide a glimpse into the past and a look at some of history's most well-known Roman emperors.

Fame & Infamy: Coins of Rome’s Best & Worst Emperors

Katz Auction Celebrates 150th Sale

April 14, 2025

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

Herakles: Timeless Hero & Fashion Trendsetter

April 8, 2025

4 min read

Because of his extraordinary reputation as a hero, Herakles role as a fashion designer is overlooked but clearly demonstrated on coins.

Herakles: Timeless Hero & Fashion Trendsetter