Author Archive : Len B.
Looking Back at U.S. Large Cents
Did you know the first American pennies were almost as big as half dollars? It’s true. A Kennedy half dollar measures 30.6 mm in diameter. While early cents measured between 26 and 29
Celebrating 250 Years of American History: The U.S. Mint’s 2026 Semiquincentennial Coins
In 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th anniversary. And the U.S. Mint is marking the milestone with a full lineup of 2026 U.S. coin designs – including five new quarter designs and
Coins for Veterans: Honoring Our Heroes with Timeless Tributes
Quick question: What does November 11th mean to you? For some, it’s a welcome day off from work. But for many Americans – myself included – it’s a day of remembering all who
Louisiana Purchase Coins: Remembering the Greatest Land Deal in History
Did you know October 20, 2025 marked the 222nd anniversary of the Louisiana Purchase? Today, it might be hard to believe the 1803 treaty was known for years as “Jefferson’s Folly.” To say it