“Queen Bess” Coleman Flies Into Coinage History
When astronaut Dr. Mae Jemison flew into space in September 1992 as the first African American woman, she carried with her a photograph of Bessie Coleman. Just 70 years earlier, in September of 1922,...
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Own the Luck of the Irish!
Whether you are superstitious or not, these are sure fire ways to increase your good fortune. From the way you think to how you treat others! If these mindsets don’t change your life, the...
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What are coin “cuds” and die crack errors – and how do they form?
Have you ever come across a coin with what looks to be an extra line or “blob” of metal on its surface? They’re not seen often, but these are known as marginal die breaks,...
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Now you see them, now you don’t…
Where are the 2023 Commemorative Coins?
This year marks a major milestone for collectors – it’s the first time since 1985 that the U.S. Mint will not be releasing official commemorative coins. As 2022 wound to its end, there were...
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