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Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez

Josh is the Editor and a prolific contributor at U.S. Coins Guide, where he’s authored nearly 1,000 articles – many garnering over 50,000 shares! His passion for sharing knowledge extends to reader interaction – feel free to leave your coin questions in the comments section of any of his articles.

Lincoln Dollar Coin – 2009 Abraham Lincoln Commemorative Silver Dollar Is A Hit!

Demand is high, supply is low, and prices are currently on the rise for the sought-after Abraham Lincoln silver dollar. In fact, the demand for the new dollar coin was so high, the U.S. Mint sold out within weeks!

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James K. Polk Dollar Coin: Little-Known Facts About The 11th Presidential Dollar Coin In The Series & How Much It’s Worth

The 2009 James K. Polk dollar coin was the 3rd Presidential $1 Coin released in 2009 and the 11th of the entire Presidential $1 Coin series which began in 2007.

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American Samoa Quarter Value + Little-Known Facts About The American Samoa U.S. Territory Quarter And American Samoa Quarter Errors

Have you found an American Samoa quarter in your pocket change yet? 'D' (Denver-minted) coins were released into circulation in the western half of the nation while 'P' (Philadelphia-minted) quarters were released for circulation in the eastern half of the U.S. in 2009

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Guam Quarter Value + Little-Known Facts About The Guam U.S. Territory Quarter And Guam Quarter Errors

The Guam quarter honors the North Pacific Ocean island which became a U.S. territory in 1950. Here are some little-known facts and values for the Guam quarter.

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2009 Lincoln Professional Life Penny: History & Facts About The 3rd Lincoln Bicentennial Penny Which Honors His Professional Life

See history and facts about the third Bicentennial Lincoln penny released by the U.S. Mint in 2009 This one is the Lincoln professional years penny honoring his professional life in Illinois from 1830 to 1861.

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Julia Tyler Coin – The 3rd Of The First Spouse $10 Gold Coins

On August 6, 2009, the U.S. Mint released the 3rd installment of the 2009 First Spouse Gold Coins program. This $10 gold coin honors Julia Tyler who was the second wife of President John Tyler. Proof versions of First Spouse gold coins are selling for $629 each; uncirculated First Spouse gold coins sell for $616.

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Native American Coins – American Indians Featured On U.S. Commemorative Coins

The U.S. Mint has long been issuing coins that commemorate Native Americans. From the Indian Head penny to the Jamestown silver dollar the coins featuring American Indians cover the gamut of coins.

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Edge Lettering On U.S. Coins – See Which Early And Modern Coins Have Lettering On The Edges

Coin edge lettering has been around for years, but the Presidential dollar coins and Native American coins in 2007 brought edge lettering on coins back into the forefront. Here's everything you want to know about edge lettering on U.S. coins.

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Coin Clubs – Reasons To Join A Coin Collecting Club

Coin clubs are a great resource for finding answers to your questions about coins. See how to find a coin club in your area.

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Fun Ways To Collect Coins: Which One Describes The Type Of Coin Collector You Are?

Determining which type of coin collector you are will make it easier to find coin collecting clubs and what sort of coin catalogs and magazines to buy or subscribe to.

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Coin Q&A: The 6 Most Common Coin Questions That Newbie Coin Collectors Ask

These are the most popular questions we receive here at The Fun Times Guide to Coins. I wonder if YOU know the correct answers!

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2009 U.S. Mint Coins: Old Favorites And Stunning New Designs

In 2009, the U.S. Mint is issuing a fascinating variety and quantity of coins. Ranging from Lincoln bicentennial pennies to the 24 karat gold double eagle there is something for everyone in the 2009 United State Mint issue.

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