Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez

Louis Braille Dollar Coin – A First For The U.S. Mint

The new Louis Braille Silver Dollar honors the inventor of the Braille reading system for the blind. The surcharges from this coin will go to the National Federation of the Blind.

2009 Lincoln Log Cabin Penny: History & Facts About The 1st Lincoln Bicentennial Penny Which Honors His Early Childhood

See history and facts about the first Lincoln Bicentennial penny released in 2009 -- the Lincoln log cabin penny -- which honors Lincoln's birth and early childhood in Kentucky from the years 1809 to 1816.

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

The Puerto Rico quarter is the 2nd quarter issued in the Washington D.C. and Territories coins. It was released on March 30, 2009. Puerto Rico quarters sell for between 50 cents and $1 from most coin dealers. The quarters are also available at face value from banks.

1965 Coin Act Changes The Face Of U.S. Coins

The 1965 coins went through a number of changes, some of which are still in use today. Reduction of silver in the coins and leaving off mint marks were to discourage coin hoarding. Proof sets and mint sets were not produced for 3 years.

Illinois Quarter Value + Little-Known Facts About The Illinois State Quarter And Illinois Quarter Errors

See what Illinois state quarters are worth today, plus a little about colorized quarters and coins with President Obama's likeness on them.

1970s Mint Sets: Little-Known Facts About The Coins And Their Values

The 1970s were a colorful time for U.S. mint sets. The first mint set of the 1970s still included regular-issue silver coins. The last 1970s mint set offered the first of the very unpopular Susan B. Anthony dollars. In between, Bicentennial coins, S-mint coins, and the large Eisenhower dollars all had their day in the in 1970s mint sets.

New York Quarter Value + Little-Known Facts About The New York State Quarter And New York Quarter Errors

While the New York quarter is a beautiful coin, uncirculated quarters bring less than a dollar. Proof versions of New York quarters run the gamut between $10 to $25 depending on the metal in the coin.

How I Determine Coin Prices And Values

It's best to use several coin price guides to get a good idea of what your coin or coins may be worth. Here are the best coin book, magazines, and websites that I use to determine coin prices.

Which Coins Are Best For Young Collectors?

Buying coins for a young coin collector doesn't need to be expensive. Many of the coins can be found in everyday circulation. The other coins listed here are quite inexpensive, and would be great for coin collecting kids.

Tennessee Quarter Value + Little-Known Facts About The Tennessee State Quarter And Tennessee Quarter Errors

Following are some little-known facts about Tennessee quarters and how much they're worth...

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.

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