Author Archive : Helen P.

Three songs written in the 19th century took turns as our national anthem.* But only one featured a nod to our most enduring symbol of independence, the Liberty Bell.  While in seminary in 1831,

  Did you know there were American colonists interested in compromise with the British Empire? They wanted to remain connected but with their provincial governments levying taxes locally instead of the overseas Parliament. I

Degrading coins was a serious business crime in Ancient Lydia’s trade hub of Philadelphia. Regarded as treason, debasing the metal or issuing underweight coins often resulted in the punishment of death. How were the

With word play coin collectors love, the American Numismatic Association is celebrating National Coin Week 2026 as “Striking Independence: 250 Years of American Numismatics”. From April 19 through 25, this fascinating hobby is enjoying