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By GovMint: The Royal Mint boasts a history spanning centuries and stands as one of the oldest mints in the world that still produces coins for circulation and collecting to this day. This guide will explain everything you need to know about The Royal Mint, some of its most popular coins series, and more!Table of Contents The History of The Royal Mint What Does The Royal Mint Do? Does The Royal Mint Make Coins for Other Countries? What Types of Coins Does The Royal Mint Create? Iconic Royal Mint Coin Designs Examples of The Royal Mint Coins Can You Buy Directly From The Royal Mint? Where to Buy Collectible Coins What Is The Royal Mint?: The History of The Royal Mint With over 1,100 years of history, The Royal Mint (also known as the British Royal Mint) is one of the oldest mints in the world as it traces its origins to the end of the second century BC in Britain. Initially, coins were produced through a casting method before gradually transitioning to hand striking over…

By GovMint : U.S. made vintage gold coins have a deep and rich history and are a popular option for coin enthusiasts. Whether you’re a novice or an expert coin collector, this guide will cover valuable tips and insights you need to know when collecting vintage gold coins. Let’s get right into it! Table of Contents The History of Vintage Gold Coins & Their Face Value What Are Vintage Gold Coins? How Much Gold Is In a Pre-1933? What Is Special About Pre-1933 Gold Coins? Why Collect Vintage Gold Coins? Is It Worth Buying Pre-1933 Gold Coins? How to Collect Vintage Gold Coins What Should I Look for When Collecting Vintage Gold Coins? 3 Ways to Collect Vintage Gold Coins What to Avoid When Collecting Vintage Gold Coins Where to Buy Vintage Gold Coins The History of Vintage Gold Coins & Their Face Value Vintage gold coins have a unique history. In 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt started a program that restricted the private use of gold. Then, in 1934, Roosevelt…

By GovMint :This guide is for novice coin collectors and anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of collecting Walking Liberty Half Dollars. Join us as we cover essential coin-collecting tips, find answers to common questions, and more! Table of Contents The History of Walking Liberty Half Dollars & Their Face Value What Years Were Walking Liberty Half Dollars Made? Where Were Walking Liberty Half Dollars Minted? Why Collect Walking Liberty Half Dollars? Are All Walking Liberty Half Dollars 90% Silver? Are Walking Liberty Half Dollars Rare? Are Walking Liberty Half Dollars Junk Silver? How to Collect Walking Liberty Half Dollars What Should I Look for When Collecting Walking Liberty Silver Half Dollars? 3 Ways to Collect Walking Liberty Half Dollars What to Avoid When Collecting Walking Liberty Half Dollars The Modern Legacy of the Walking Liberty Half Dollar Where to Buy Walking Liberty Half Dollars The History of Walking Liberty Half Dollars & Their Face…

By GovMint :Table of Contents The History of Kennedy Half Dollars & Their Face Value What Years Were Kennedy Half Dollars Made? Where Are Kennedy Half Dollars Minted? Why Collect U.S. Kennedy Half Dollars? Are Kennedy Half Dollars Pure Silver? What Makes a 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar Rare? Bicentennial Kennedy Half Dollars How to Collect Kennedy Half Dollars What Should I Look for When Collecting Kennedy Half Dollars? 3 Ways to Collect Kennedy Half Dollars Where to Buy Kennedy Half Dollars There is no denying the impact the assassination of President John F. Kennedy had on the country. It's one of the few moments in our nation's history that Americans vividly remember exactly where they were and what they were doing when the news of this tragic event spread on November 22, 1963. JFK's assassination changed the course of history. It also had a lasting effect on U.S. Coinage. The History of Kennedy Half Dollars and Their Face Value After the fateful trip to Dallas on…

The American Silver Eagle coin, is not only the U.S. Mint’s most important, flagship coin program, it is also the king of modern U.S. coins, playing a role in the U.S. marketplace and in the numismatic hobby, ultimately over-shadowing many other series. The series has been issued in several formats, including silver and gold since 1986, platinum since 1997 and palladium since 2017.By GovMint :Table of Contents The History of U.S. American Silver Eagles and Their Face Value Why Collect U.S. American Silver Eagles? Is It Worth Buying Silver Eagle Coins? Where Are American Silver Eagles Coins Minted? American Silver Eagle Finishes  How Much Silver Is in an American Silver Eagle Coin? How to Collect American Silver Eagles What Should I Look for When Collecting American Silver Eagles? 3 Ways to Collect Silver Eagle Coins Where to Buy American Silver Eagle Coins The History of U.S. American Silver Eagles and Their Face Value With a face value of one dollar, the One Ounce…

By GovMint :This complete guide will cover everything you need to know about steel pennies, including what they are, where and when they were made, how to collect them, and other valuable tips and suggestions. Let’s begin!The History of U.S. Steel Pennies & Their Face Value The U.S. steel penny is a coin that was minted in 1943 during World War II. Due to a copper shortage, the U.S. Mint produced pennies using zinc-coated steel instead of the traditional copper composition. These steel pennies were only produced for one year, and the unique material composition made them distinct from all other pennies in U.S. history.  The steel penny was made in all three U.S. Mint facilities that were operational at the time: Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco. Today, a steel penny has a face value of one cent, the same as all other U.S. pennies, and can still be used as legal tender. However, due to its historical significance, some steel pennies can be worth more than their face value…

By GovMint :  Table of Contents The History of U.S. Wheat Pennies & Their Face Value Why Collect Wheat Pennies? Is a Wheat Penny Rare? How To Tell if You Have a Wheat Penny? How Much Copper Is in a Wheat Penny? How Much Are Wheat Pennies Worth? How To Collect Wheat Pennies What Should I Look for When Collecting U.S. Wheat Pennies? 3 Ways To Collect Wheat Pennies Where To Buy Wheat Pennies  The History of U.S. Wheat Pennies & Their Face Value Wheat pennies, also known as Lincoln Wheat Cents or the Lincoln Penny, were first minted in 1909 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth. They were minted up until 1958 and feature a portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the front and two ears of wheat on the reverse. With a face value of one cent, Victor David Brenner designed the coin, and it was produced at three different Mint facilities: Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco…

By GovMint :How and why do people collect U.S. pennies? Let’s discuss what you need to know about collecting U.S. pennies in this complete guide!Table of ContentsThe History of U.S. Pennies and Their Face Value Why Collect U.S. Pennies? Is Collecting Old Pennies Worth It? Where Are Pennies Minted? What Are U.S. Pennies Made of Today? How to Collect U.S. Pennies What Should I Look for When Collecting U.S. Pennies? 3 Ways to Collect U.S. Pennies How Do I Know If My Penny Is Worth Money? Where to Buy Collectable U.S. PenniesThe History of U.S. Pennies and Their Face Value The U.S. penny is officially known as the “one-cent piece.” The term “penny” was borrowed from the British penny. The U.S penny is a one-cent, face-valued coin first struck by the United States Mint in 1793. Over time, the composition and design of the cent coin has changed while its face value has not. Embed this graphic on your website: Source: Complete Guide to Collecting U.S. PenniesWhy Collect…

By GovMint : Introduced in 1986, the American Gold Eagle series is a favorite for coin collectors. Read the complete guide to learn how to collect American Gold Eagles.Table of Contents The History of U.S. American Gold Eagles & Their Face Value Why Collect U.S. American Gold Eagles? Where Are American Eagle Gold Coins Minted? How Much Gold Is in an American Eagle Coin? How to Collect American Gold Eagles What Should I Look for When Collecting American Gold Eagles? 3 Ways to Collect Gold Eagle Coins Where to Buy American Gold Eagle CoinsThe History of U.S. American Gold Eagles & Their Face Value First issued in 1986, the American Gold Eagle is a gold bullion coin produced by the United States Mint and is considered legal tender. It’s also available in four different denominations or sizes, which are 1 ounce ($50 face value), ½ ounce ($25 face value), ¼ ounce ($10 face value), and 1/10 ounce ($5 face value). The obverse of each American Gold Eagle coin follows the same…

By GovMint :Collecting U.S. gold coins is a challenging but fun and exciting hobby for anyone who wants to start something new. You might be asking yourself whether or not gold coins are worth collecting. And what is the best way to collect them? We’ll answer these questions and more in this complete guide to collecting U.S. gold coins.Table of Contents The History of U.S. Gold Coins & Their Face Value Why Collect U.S. Gold Coins? How to Start Collecting U.S. Gold Coins Where to Buy U.S. Gold CoinsThe History of U.S. Gold Coins & Their Face Value U.S. gold coins have had a long yet complicated history. In 1792, the young U.S. government authorized the production of the first gold coins. It wasn’t until 1795, however, that these coins would be minted. The Gold Eagle Coin, which had a face value of $10 during the late 1700s – a significant amount of money at the time – was one of the first. Only 5,583 are known to have been made. The United States Mint would continue…