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Celebrating autumn on coins and currency

Coins and currency traditionally picture deities and heads of state. But today, they often represent the issuing country with landscapes, animals, flowers, trees and other natural subjects. And with increasing use of color, these

50th Anniversary of Woodstock & other ‘memorable’ 1969 events

I’m sure you know that 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 and the first men on the moon. But 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of other memorable events…of varying distinction! All are

50th Anniversary of Apollo 11

“One giant leap” – one giant memory! When U.S. astronaut Neil Armstrong put the first footprint on the moon 50 years ago, his words captured the moment… “That’s one small step for [a] man,

Coins make good gifts for dads on Father’s Day

Celebrated on the third Sunday of each June, Father’s Day honors the noblest traits of fatherhood. Like perseverance and reliability. Someone to count on – someone who’s always there… Much like a coin. Just