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1965 Quarter Value: Error Coins and History

Published: April 28, 2022 by Steven Cochran

The 1965 Washington quarter was the first US quarter not made of 90% pure silver. This transition from silver to copper coinage resulted in the rare and valuable 1965 silver quarter.

The London Gold Fix: Guide, Definition, and History

Published: April 25, 2022 by Gainesville Coins

Learn about the London gold fix. This article will explain the history and process of gold fixing in London and how it is relevant to the price of gold.

Who Is On The Dollar Coin?

Published: March 21, 2022 by Everett Millman

Find out who is pictured on the one-dollar coin in the United States. Learn fun facts about the design of the Sacagawea golden dollar.

Who Is On The Half Dollar?

Published: March 21, 2022 by Everett Millman

Find out who is pictured on the 50-cent coin in the United States. Learn fun facts about the design of the Kennedy half dollar.

Who Is On The Quarter?

Published: March 21, 2022 by Everett Millman

Find out who is pictured on the 25-cent coin in the United States. Learn fun facts about the design of the Washington quarter.

Who Is On The Dime?

Published: March 21, 2022 by Everett Millman

Find out who is pictured on the ten-cent coin in the United States. Learn fun facts about the design of the Roosevelt dime.

Who Is On The Nickel?

Published: March 21, 2022 by Everett Millman

Find out who is pictured on the five-cent coin in the United States. Learn fun facts about the design of the Jefferson nickel.

Who Is On The Penny?

Published: March 21, 2022 by Everett Millman

Find out who is pictured on the one-cent coin in the United States. Learn fun facts about the design of the Lincoln penny.

Who Is On Each U.S. Coin?

Published: March 16, 2022 by Everett Millman

Find out whose face is on each coin denomination in the United States. Learn when and why these coin designs were chosen.

No Date Buffalo Nickels: How to Find Their Value

Published: March 11, 2022 by Everett Millman

Many Buffalo nickels have had the date on the coin worn away. Learn how to tell what year your Buffalo nickel is and how much they are worth.

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