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Doorstop turns out to be Rare Carson City Mint Die

Everyone dreams of discovering treasure in their basement, attic or barn… I know I do! In fact, there are dozens of TV shows that highlight finds. A real life “treasure” story unfolded this year

5 Reasons Native American Dollars Matter

Updated: August 2017 Writing the Native American dollar off as just another modern coin would be a mistake. To me, they offer you great designs and an interesting subject. Being an eastern gal, when

Panda Perfection: A Starter Guide to China’s Silver Panda Bullion Series

I can still remember the first time I held a large silver bullion coin. It wasn’t a panda, but still – wow. If you’ve ever seen one close up, or felt its weight in

Regret is Bittersweet – Trading Mint Sets for Ice Cream

When I was just a young girl, my dad began presenting me with U.S. Proof and Mint Sets for Christmas. At the time, I thought they were neat, super shiny and pretty, but since I