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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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The 4 Must-Have Lincoln Cent Varieties


1909 Lincoln Head Cent Ever since the first Lincoln Head Cent was issued in 1909 on the centennial of President Abraham Lincoln’s birth, this smallest of U.S. modern denominations has been popular with collectors....
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Remembering Orville Wright


Did you know January 30, 2023 marked the 75th anniversary of the passing of Orville Wright, one of the greatest pioneers? Along with his brother, Wilbur, Orville ushered in a new era when they...
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