Author Archive : Helen P.

The pushmi-pullyu allure of coins and stamps
Many collectors recall our early history from 75 years ago, when we started out as the Littleton Stamp Company. Then, in six short years we diversified into coins. Perfect pairing! Even though we split

So last century!
What are we talking about – so last century? Well, 20th century U.S. type coins, of course! Why? It’s one of the easiest, most satisfying collections to put together if you’re just starting out

Vive la Révolution Française!
The summer of 1789 was not going well for Louis XVI, king of France (right). National debt was rising higher than a powdered pompadour. It was year two of a devastating food shortage. Military

Liberty, how we love thee on coins!
Lady Liberty has been an enduring symbol of America’s promise of freedom, peace, commerce and military might. Since the Coinage Act of 1792, her look has featured flowing hair, beribboned hair and hair covered

