Features

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

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
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
A Rare Bird

A Rare Bird

May 7, 2025

Read time 3 min read

The 1802 Draped Bust quarter eagle is a hidden gem that can be a smart buy for regular collectors despite its higher price tag.

A Rare Bird
The 1891 “Doubled Ear”: A Top 100 VAM

The 1891 “Doubled Ear”: A Top 100 VAM

April 7, 2025

Read time 4 min read

The 1891 "Doubled Ear" VAM may not seem interesting at first glance, but it has three varieties with two interesting die states.

The 1891 “Doubled Ear”: A Top 100 VAM
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