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Collector Stories

Everything You Need to Know about Tossing a Coin into Rome’s Trevi Fountain

One of Rome’s most iconic tourist attractions is filled with rich history…and coins? The Trevi Fountain is located in the heart of Rome where three streets meet, hence the name Tre (meaning three in

80th Anniversary of the Jefferson Memorial!

Nestled in the East Potomac Park in Washington D.C., the Jefferson Memorial is turning 80 this year. Approved as part of the beautification process for Washington D.C. in 1934, construction took nine years to

Discover the Mystery of Captain Kidd’s Treasure

We’ve all dreamed of it… discovering a horde of pirate’s booty, thought to be lost forever to the depths of Davy Jones’ locker. Or locating the sweet spot on a treasure map – the

Exploring the tradition of placing Coins in Foundations of Homes for Luck!

I’m always fascinated when I come across a new tradition involving coins (like the money cake, or coins left at grave sites). Here’s one that was new to me: placing coins in the foundation