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History & Facts About Coins – Here, our coin experts are debunking popular coin myths, sharing little-known facts about counterfeit coins, gold coins & silver coins, and revealing other important coin facts that anyone who’s interested in coins should know! Everything you want to know about U.S. coins, paper currency, U.S. mints, mint marks, and more. Whether you’re concerned about buying fake coins or just need to brush up on your facts about U.S. coins… start here!

Fiat Money: What Happens When The Nation Is Off The Gold Standard

Fiat money is money not based on a physical commodity.

Dog Safety Warning: Common Pennies Can Harm Your Dog!

Maintain your dog's safety by keeping zinc pennies (those made in late 1982 and after) away from your furry friend.

Urban Myth? Here’s A Coin Misnomer You Don’t Want To Fall For Regarding Proof Coins

Don't fall for this coin misnomer about 'S' mintmarks on proof coins...

Beware Of Gold-Plated Coins

Make sure you know how to avoid buying gold-plated coins.

Want A 1965 Mint Set? Go For The 1965 Special Mint Set

If you're looking for a 1965 mint set, you'll need to turn to the 1965 special mint set -- the only official coin set made by the U.S. Mint that year.

1964 Proof Set: Last Year Of Circulating 90% Silver Coins & First Look At The Kennedy Half Dollars

The 1964 proof set is the first to contain the Kennedy half dollar and the last until the 1990s to have 90% silver versions of the dime, quarter, and half dollar.