A Denomination Born From Necessity Few coins in American numismatic history have had as brief and turbulent a life as the twenty-cent piece. Authorized by Congress on March 3, 1875, this short-lived denomination was the brainchild of Nevada Senator John P. Jones, who argued that the western territories desperately needed a coin capable of making […]
Why I’m All In on FUN SHOW 2025 – Here’s What I Learned! Let me tell you—I just watched a video that felt like discovering a hidden treasure chest! The title alone, “FUN SHOW 2025!! A round table with the ‘Four Families’”, piqued my interest because who wouldn’t want insights from passionate folks in the […]
Why I Was Completely Captivated by the 2025 Winter FUN Show Video As someone who has always held a soft spot for coins and collectibles, I recently stumbled across a YouTube video titled “2025 Winter FUN Show Schedule of Events”, and I knew I had to dive into it. I mean, the excitement of attending […]
Discovering WitterBrick: A Coin Collector’s Dream Come True Honestly, I couldn’t stop smiling as I watched Seth Chandler share his insights about WitterBrick at the Winter FUN Show 2025. As a coin enthusiast, there’s something thrilling about discovering new ways to indulge in my passion. When I heard about WitterBrick being akin to a collector’s […]
Whenever I dive into the world of coin collecting, I find myself fascinated by the intricate details and stories behind each piece. Recently, I stumbled upon a video titled What are the differences between the US and EU Markets? CEO of CIT talks at Winter FUN 2025, and let me tell you, it was a […]
When the War Came Home to the Mint The Second World War reshaped virtually every corner of American industry, and the United States Mint was no exception. Between 1942 and 1945, the familiar compositions of the Lincoln cent, Jefferson nickel, and — to a lesser degree — the Roosevelt dime were quietly but significantly altered. […]
I Just Watched a Video on 16th Century German Thalers, and Here’s What Blew My Mind So, I recently stumbled upon this video titled “Coin Dealer Explains Why You Should Collect 16th Century German Thalers! FUN show 2025,” and let me tell you, I never expected to find myself so fascinated by coins! I’ve dabbled […]
A Nation in Crisis, A Motto Born from Faith The American Civil War did more than reshape the political and geographic boundaries of a nation — it forced a reckoning with the very soul of the republic. As battlefields consumed tens of thousands of lives and the Union teetered under unprecedented strain, a wave of […]
I Just Watched an Interview with Shipwreck Expert Dick Downes, and Here’s What Blew My Mind Picture this: a winter afternoon, a cozy blanket draped over my lap, and a steaming cup of coffee in my hands. That’s how I found myself diving into the fascinating world of shipwrecks, guided by none other than the […]
I Just Watched Scott Schechter Talk About Coin Grading, and Here’s What Blew My Mind I’ve got to tell you, the Winter FUN Show is always an exciting time for coin enthusiasts, and I recently watched a video that really reignited my passion for numismatics. The clip features Scott Schechter, NGC’s Chief Numismatist, sharing his […]
