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Why U.S. Dollar Coins Are Not Circulating
Why don't we use dollar coins instead of dollar bills? The U.S. Mint has been trying for decades to get Americans to grow fond of using the dollar coin for everyday purchases. After all, coins last longer than paper money -- by many decades. Also, coins are easy to recycle. Dollar coins are also easier to use with vending machines. Do you use dollar coins? Or do you save them?
The Story Behind The Controversial 1909 VDB Penny & 1909 S VDB Penny
The 1909 VDB penny and 1909 s VDB penny are both Lincoln cents worth collecting! Here's the story behind these interesting coins, and their famous designer.
Redesigned Lincoln Pennies Released Into Circulation
The newly redesigned Lincoln cents were released to the public on Abraham Lincoln's 200th birthday: February 12, 2009. Here's what they look like, what your chances are of finding one in your pocket change, and how much 2009 Lincoln pennies are likely to be worth.
Top 10 Coin Auction Prices For Rare U.S. Coins
Over the decades, the world has seen the most expensive coins push through the hundreds of thousands of dollars, and in recent decades, into the millions of dollars. Here are the 10 rarest and most valuable U.S. coins.
50 State Quarters Program: Fun Facts & Trivia
Some little-known facts, figures, and fun trivia about the 50 State Quarters coin series that excited America for years. In fact, the 50 States Quarters will continue to attract the attention of coin collectors and non-collectors alike for years to come.
Collecting Franklin Half Dollars - Only 35 Coins In The Series
Franklin half dollars, designed by John R. Sinnock, are easy to collect because just 35 coins comprise the entire series.
Silver Dollars, Both Common And Rare, Are Highly Sought After
Silver dollars are perhaps one of the most popular kinds of coins -- outside of pennies -- and people have long been assembling collections of silver dollars for years.
Hobo Nickels: How To Collect Art And Coins At The Same Time
Hobo Nickels are artwork engraved on a Buffalo nickel by hobos. They carved anything from caricatures to portraits to railroad cars on the nickels. Their values can range from $10 to $9,020.
