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The 2007 Abigail Adams First Spouse medal. Photo is public domain on Wikipedia

First Spouse Bronze Medals Have The Same Designs As First Spouse Gold Coins

First Spouse gold coins are expensive to buy. So how can a coin collector get their hands on U.S. Mint-made commemorations of our nation's first spouses without having to spend hundreds or thousands dollars to buy those pieces? The U.S Mint now issues bronze medals of the same designs seen on the First Spouse gold coins!
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Wisconsin Error Quarters In Circulation... Look For The Extra Leaf!

The Wisconsin quarter error with the extra leaf has caused much speculation on how the error occurred. Was it deliberate or an honest mistake. One thing's for sure, the Wisconsin state quarter error is worth searching for!
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Coin Microscope: Worth The Cost If You Need To See All The Details

When should you buy a high-priced coin microscope? And when is it best to simply stick with the trusty 5X magnifying glass you almost certainly already have? Here's the scoop.
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Error Coins - The U.S. Mint's Mistakes Make Coin Collectors Happy

Error coins grab the attention of the collector and non-collector alike. Why? Because they are so unusual.
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Coin Collecting On A Budget - 5 Ways Not To Spend A Fortune On Coins

It is not difficult at all to enjoy coin collecting on a tight budget. Here are some tips for saving money while finding new coins to add to your coin collection.
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Collecting Coins In Circulation: It's Free And It's Fun

Collecting coins can be fun -- especially when all the coins you need for your collection can be found right in circulation. Let's look at some of the exciting coins you can find right in your pocket, purse, or at your local bank.
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Lincoln Memorial Pennies Valued From 1 Cent To $50,000 And Up

As far as business-strike Lincoln Memorial pennies, the kind struck for circulation (and lacking errors), the short answer essentially is no -- Lincoln Memorial pennies generally are not valuable. In fact, typical pieces are worth only face value if worn, and only a tiny premium if in average uncirculated condition, except for a few cases.
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What Are Error Coins? How Much Are Coin Mistakes Worth?

Some of the most common error coins include: double-dies, blank planchets, broadstrikes, wrong design or wrong metal, off-center coins, and clipped planchets.
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1943 Lincoln Cents: The Value of Steel vs Copper Pennies

What are 1943 steel pennies worth? What are 1943 copper pennies worth? Here are there values, including what to look for and how to spot a fake 1943 Lincoln copper cent.
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Rare U.S. Coins Are Easier To Find Than You Think

You may be glad to hear that there are dozens of U.S. coins considered rare, and that many estates include rare U.S. coins. Many others are found in attics, old drawers and chests, and some are even found in circulation!
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