Features

These in-depth stories take a deep dive into some of the coin hobby’s most fascinating collectibles.

The Rise & Fall of Trimes

The Rise & Fall of Trimes

March 11, 2025

Read time 5 min read

Trimes, or 3-cent pieces, are a short-lived but fascinating series that the U.S. Mint struck from 1851 to 1873.

The Rise & Fall of Trimes
Tokens from the Fringe

Tokens from the Fringe

February 10, 2025

Read time 4 min read

The ANA Library helped this author with his research on the connection between American hobo nickels and Australian convict tokens.

Tokens from the Fringe
A Call for Volunteers

A Call for Volunteers

January 8, 2025

Read time 6 min read

Seasoned collectors can find joy in sharing their knowledge about coins with others who are new to the hobby.

A Call for Volunteers
The Hudson-Fulton Celebration Medal

The Hudson-Fulton Celebration Medal

December 10, 2024

Read time 10 min read

Many affordable collectibles were produced for the Hudson-Fulton Celebration held in New York and New Jersey in 1909.

The Hudson-Fulton Celebration Medal
Boar Hunt

Boar Hunt

October 17, 2024

Read time 4 min read

When it comes to a group of ancient Roman coins that depict hunted wild boars, there's more than meets the eye.

Boar Hunt
The Grandfather of Modern Dansco Albums

The Grandfather of Modern Dansco Albums

August 13, 2024

Read time 6 min read

Collectors know little information about these once-popular coin albums and Ervin Felix, the man who invented them.

The Grandfather of Modern Dansco Albums
Coin-Grading Basics

Coin-Grading Basics

July 12, 2024

Read time 9 min read

Use this helpful guide to learn about grading history, helpful key terms, and the steps to grading coins independently.

Coin-Grading Basics
A Guide to Your First YN Auction

A Guide to Your First YN Auction

April 10, 2024

Read time 7 min read

Young collectors will have a blast at the ANA's annual sale. Use this helpful guide to get your ducks in a row before the event.

A Guide to Your First YN Auction
Isn’t It Ironic?

Isn’t It Ironic?

March 11, 2024

Read time 9 min read

The Confederate States of America might have inadvertently produced coinage that celebrated the liberation of slaves.

Isn’t It Ironic?
Jumpstarting Your Collection

Jumpstarting Your Collection

October 22, 2023

Read time 12 min read

Getting into coin collecting is as easy as looking in your pocket change. Use this guide to help you get started.

Jumpstarting Your Collection