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History of the Hobo Nickel
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History of the Hobo Nickel

Published: January 28, 2022 by Gainesville Coins

Hobo nickels are some of the most fascinating pieces of numismati...

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How Much Does ChatGPT Know—and Not Know—About Coins?

How Much Does ChatGPT Know—and Not Know—About Coins?

Published: March 28, 2023 by Everett Millman

ChatGPT is a new AI tool that has caught everyone’s attention. It's not Skynet from the Terminator film, but you wouldn’t know that by the hyperbolic reactions.
Guide to the London Silver Fix

Guide to the London Silver Fix

Published: September 01, 2022 by Gainesville Coins

Learn about the London silver fix. This article will explain the history and process of silver fixing in London and how it is relevant to the price of silver.
Is Money Backed By Gold?

Is Money Backed By Gold?

Published: August 11, 2022 by Everett Millman

Learn about fiat money and how it is not backed by a tangible commodity. What does it mean for money to be backed by something?
1964 Kennedy Half Dollar Values and History

1964 Kennedy Half Dollar Values and History

Published: August 08, 2022 by Steven Cochran

Find charts with prices for every 1964 Kennedy half dollar, including mintmarks and special varieties. Learn more history about the 1964 silver half dollar.
1921 Morgan and Peace Silver Dollar Values (Price Charts)

1921 Morgan and Peace Silver Dollar Values (Price Charts)

Published: August 03, 2022 by Steven Cochran

What is a 1921 silver dollar worth? Find the value of a 1921 Morgan silver dollar and a 1921 Peace silver dollar, and learn the history of both silver coins.
31 Fascinating Quotes About Gold

31 Fascinating Quotes About Gold

Published: July 27, 2022 by Steven Cochran

Many famous and fascinating quotes about gold have been uttered throughout recorded history. Read some of the best quotes about gold.
Swiss Central Bank Moved Its Gold From Berne to a Federal Bunker in Kandersteg

Swiss Central Bank Moved Its Gold From Berne to a Federal Bunker in Kandersteg

Published: July 13, 2022 by Jan Nieuwenhuijs

Learn a detailed investigative history of the gold held in Switzerland by the Swiss National Bank (SNB) and other central banks around the world.
1943 Steel Penny Value: How Much They Are Worth Now

1943 Steel Penny Value: How Much They Are Worth Now

Published: April 29, 2022 by Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez

Did you know the United States made Lincoln pennies from steel during World War II? Learn about the 1943 Steel Cent and how much it's worth.
1982 Bronze and Clad Lincoln Cent Guide

1982 Bronze and Clad Lincoln Cent Guide

Published: April 28, 2022 by Steven Cochran

Everything you need to know about the 1982 bronze Lincoln cent. Learn about the composition change on the penny from copper to zinc by the United States Mint.
1965 Quarter Value: Error Coins and History

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.

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