In 1851, the U.S. Mint produced a coin that holds two unique distinctions: it was the smallest American coin ever struck by diameter, and also the lightest by weight. The 1851 Gold Dollar, part of Continue reading
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This 1928 $500 Bill Fooled Experts — Until the Truth Came Out
In 2005, a collector bought what seemed an exceptional 1928 series $500 Federal Reserve Note, featuring President McKinley. Initially seen as a rare gem—only ~75,000 genuine $500 bills are believed to remain—it underwent expert examination. Continue reading
U.S. Commemorative Coins from the 1800s That Now Sell for Over $100,000
The world of rare U.S. coins is filled with historical treasures, but few items hold as much intrigue and market value as commemorative coins from the 1800s. These early coins were minted to honor important Continue reading
Why a Small Date vs. Large Date on a 1960 Lincoln Penny Makes All the Difference
In 1960, the U.S. Mint issued Lincoln pennies at Philadelphia (no mint mark) and Denver (D) featuring two distinct date styles: the Small Date and the Large Date. Though subtle at first glance, this variation Continue reading
This 2001 New York Quarter Has a Hidden Error Few Collectors Know About
The 2001 New York State Quarter is iconic in the 50 States Quarters series, featuring the Statue of Liberty and issued in est. 619 million pieces from Philadelphia and 655 million from Denver. Yet, among Continue reading
Why the 1983 “Double Rim” Quarter Is Becoming a Must-Have for Today’s Coin Collectors
Coin collectors are increasingly drawn to the 1983 Washington quarter, particularly versions with a double rim (also known as a railroad rim or finned rim). Despite large mintages—over 1.2 billion combined from Philadelphia and Denver—these Continue reading
Why a $1 Bill Serial No. 00000001 Is Worth Over $15,000 – Full Guide
When most people think of a dollar, they see a piece of paper worth, well, one dollar. Yet among the billions of $1 bills in circulation, a tiny fraction carries ultra‑rare serial numbers, making them Continue reading
1880 $1,000 Legal Tender Ghost Note: Why the Last Bill Vanished and What We Know
In 1880, the United States issued large-size Legal Tender Notes in denominations ranging from $1 to $10,000. Among these, the $1,000 note from Series 1880 is one of the rarest and most iconic “ghost” bills, Continue reading
Birthday Notes Boom: How Currency Matching Your Birth Date Became a Collectible Goldmine
In today’s collectibles market, birthday notes—banknotes whose serial numbers match a specific birth date or significant date—have surged in popularity. Once a niche hobby, they now represent a multimillion-dollar industry, driven by emotional connection, scarcity, Continue reading
Rare $20 Federal Reserve Note Error: How One Errant Bill Slipped Through Security
Imagine discovering a $20 note in your pocket that looks ordinary—until you notice something is off. Such a note should never have left the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP), yet somehow it did. These Continue reading