Collector Stories

250 Years of American Folklore
The United States of America, forged in liberty and united in justice, has for the last 250 years been a rich melting pot. Formed with a strong foundation, Americans have a robust sense of

Where Our Nation’s Collective Memory Lives
Curious about a different kind of coin collecting opportunity that honors the founding of the United States of America? Let’s head to Jenkins’ Hill! “A pedestal waiting for a monument” With the exception of

The Dalles Mint: Oregon’s Lost Branch Mint
Most coin collectors know the U.S. Mint strikes coins in Philadelphia, Denver and San Francisco. As well as West Point. And if you’ve studied the history of the United States Mint and its branch

Hail Old Glory!
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

