Certified vs. Raw Coins: What’s the Better Investment?

Posted - October 21, 2025

At a Glance:Certified coins have been authenticated, graded, and slabbed by a reputable grading company.Raw coins are sold without Read More

Should You Buy Pre-1933 U.S. Gold Coins?

Posted - October 1, 2025

At a Glance:Pre-1933 gold refers to U.S. gold coins minted before the gold standard ended in 1933.Buying numismatic U.S. gold can help Read More

Posted - August 28, 2025

At a Glance:Hobo nickels are modified coins, often Buffalo nickels, that have been engraved with unique designs.Modern hobo nickels Read More

Posted - August 27, 2025

At a Glance:Rare error coins are highly collectible and can be very valuable.Coins with post-mint damage and coins within acceptable Read More

Posted - August 26, 2025

At a Glance:Coin grading can be a great way to increase the market value of your rare coins.Not all coins are worth grading, though, Read More

Posted - August 12, 2025

At a Glance:RD (red), RB (red-brown), and BN (brown) designations describe a U.S. cent's color.Over time, copper pennies can retain Read More

Posted - August 5, 2025

At a Glance:Some U.S. quarters minted in 2022 and 2023 seem to say "In Cod We Trust" on the obverse.These coins are not considered Read More

Posted - July 29, 2025

At a Glance:Numismatic value describes the additional premium a coin sells for because of its rarity.Determining a coin's numismatic Read More

Posted - June 3, 2025

At a Glance:The U.S. Mint produced cents using steel in 1943 during World War II.Steel cents were manufactured to free up more copper Read More