Posts Tagged: rare coin

The enigmatic $3 Indian Princess coin, minted by the United States from 1854 to 1889, is a numismatic gem. Especially because of its rarity and beauty and the fascinating story behind its cr...

Augustus Saint-Gaudens' artistic brilliance left an indelible mark on American coinage. Born in Dublin in 1848 and raised in New York City, Saint-Gaudens displayed an early aptitude for sculpture. Importantly, his journey led him to Paris, where he honed his craft at the École des Beaux-Arts, a r...

People of various ages and backgrounds enjoy the pastime of coin collecting. To protect and preserve your rare collection is equally important to know how to care for rare coins. For some, it is a way to connect with history and an...

Many people today are not aware that Newfoundland was independent and its own Dominion. Today, Newfoundland is the last province of Canada. This means it was the 10th and last province added. However, it was formerly known as the Newfoundland Colony. It wasn't until after World War II that it bec...

Spanish Colonial gold coins salvaged from the 1715 Fleet off the east coast of Florida are called Gold Cobs. Gold Cobs are the original Doubloons. Therefore, the DoubloonRead More →