The Lincoln penny is still around today, however the coin that you might find laying around your house is nothing like the one from 1911. Back then, the coin was still in its infancy and the design was a bit different than it was today. Due to the historical significance and the rise in coin…

The Lincoln penny is a classic hallmark of American currency. Having been produced for well over 100 years, and with some of the most iconic imagery of any coin in the world, it is no surprise that they are highly sought after by collectors. With that being said, collectors are often disappointed to find out…

If you have any familiarity at all with US coins, you will notice that the 1909 Lincoln penny very closely resembles the single-cent coin still in circulation in the US today. While you wouldn’t be totally wrong, the 1909 version of the coin is much more sought after than the penny that is laying underneath…

The two-cent piece, generally speaking, is a historically significant coins because it was one of the first new coins to be introduced in the wake of the American Civil War. The 1865 version of the two-cent piece, however, is more sought after than most other dates due to the fact that it was minted in…

As far as US coins are concerned, they do not really get more sought after than the two-cent piece. This coin is desirable not only due to its unique face value, but also due to its historical significance. Furthering this desirability is the fact that the coins were only produced during a ten-year period towards…

The two-cent piece is a US coin that carries a lot of historical significance as well as a lot of value as far as collectors are concerned. The coin is unlike so many others because of its somewhat short time in circulation. Produced for only 10 years, the two-cent piece is available in limited quantities….

The two-cent piece is one that often flies under the radar for no other reason than the fact that it was produced for only ten years. Even though this is an example of a coin that might be foregone by a new collector, seasoned collectors will do anything to get their hands on these. Finding…

The two-cent piece is an interesting coin for no other reason than that it was produced for merely ten years. While other coins have been around for hundreds, the two-cent coin is one that has a very long history, but a very short time having been minted. Naturally, the fact that so few of these…

The two-cent piece is one of the more intriguing coins to have ever emerged from the US Mint. While its face value is interesting in and of itself, the fact that it was only produced for ten years means that there have only been a few coins that have survived the years. Nowadays, collectors and…

The two-cent piece was first produced in the 1860s, but the idea for a 2-cent coin was derived well before that. Unfortunately, the outbreak of the Civil War meant that any and all plans for the coin had to be bumped back. Even when the coin did finally go into circulation, it was quickly taken…

The 1868 two-cent piece is an extremely valuable coin in the eyes of most every collector out there. To that end, these coins also have historical significance in that they were produced right around the end of the Civil War. With two different types of people striving to get their hands on these coins, it…

The two-cent piece is a US coin that was first produced at the end of the Civil War, but has origins that extend back to the early 1800s. Though the idea for a two-cent piece was originally derived during the first few years of the 19th century by a Senator from Connecticut, the Civil War…

1864 was the first year during which the US two-cent coin, or two-cent piece, was produced. For collectors, this is significant primarily due to the fact that 1864 two-cent pieces are the first of these coins to have ever been produced. The idea of the two-cent coin was first thought of in the early 1800s…

Market Overview: Although both gold and silver are slightly higher in the final trading session of the year, it appears that it will be a dull one. Markets are essentially just drifting today as many investors are more focused on their New Year’s celebration plans than anything else today. Investors will further turn their attention…

Market Overview: The gold market is seeing some solid gains today as risk aversion heading into the weekend and technical buying are featured. The notion of additional central bank stimulus measures are also likely adding fuel to the fire as the uncertainty surrounding Brexit may prove to be a significant drag on economic activity and investor sentiment. The gold…

Market Overview: The gold market is slightly lower in early trade today as equities rally and risk appetite appears to be elevated. Gold has seen some moderate declines this week following the release of the latest FOMC meeting minutes which seemed to indicate a June interest rate hike is still very much on the table. Despite gold’s weakness this…

The Jefferson Nickel has been an important piece of U.S. coinage since it was first produced in 1938. The coin came into existence to replace the Buffalo Nickel, and has stood the test of time and is still produced by the mint to this day. Contrary to popular belief, Jefferson Nickels can have value to…

If you were to reach into your pocket right now, there’s a good chance you might pull out a Jefferson Nickel. Since replacing the Buffalo Nickel in 1938, these five-cent pieces have been a key component of U.S. coinage. The U.S. Mint still makes these popular coins today. Although a nickel doesn’t strike the average…

The U.S. Mint began producing the Jefferson Nickel in 1938. This coin was designed to replace the Buffalo Nickel, and has been produced ever since. The five-cent piece remains very popular and is still produced by the mint today. A nickel may not seem like a coin that could have any collectable value, although certain…

The Jefferson Nickel finds itself in the pockets of millions each and every day. This popular five-cent piece began being produced by the U.S. Mint in 1938, and has been produced ever since. While a nickel may not seem like a collectable coin, some Jefferson Nickels can have collectable value well beyond their face value….

The Jefferson Nickel has remained an extremely popular coin since it was first introduced in 1938. This nickel came into existence to replace the Buffalo Nickel. These coins are still produced by the U.S. Mint today. Contrary to what some may believe, these nickels can have significant collectable value over and above their face value….

The nickel has been in the pockets of American consumers for decades. Beginning in 1938, the Jefferson Nickel took over for the Buffalo Nickel as the popular U.S. Mint five-cent piece. These coins have stood the test of time, and are still in production to this day. While you might think that a nickel cannot…

Chances are good you may have a Jefferson Nickel in your pocket right now. These five-cent pieces have been an important part of U.S. coinage for decades. The U.S. Mint began producing the Jefferson Nickel in 1938, when it replaced the Buffalo Nickel. While most people would likely think that a nickel is not collectable,…

A mainstay of consumer pockets all across America, the Jefferson Nickel is a very popular five-cent piece that was first produced by the U.S. Mint in 1938. The mint has kept production of these nickels going since that time, and they are still produced today. While a nickel may not strike you as a coin…

The Jefferson Nickel has been in production by the U.S. Mint for decades. These coins got their start in 1938, when they were designed to replace the Buffalo Nickel. They have remained popular since that time, and are still widely used and produced today. Most people might assume that nickels have no collectable value, but…