Provenance can be a game-changer in numismatics—except when it comes to standard price guides. A look at an 1872-M Italy 5 lire from the famed Eric P. Newman Collection reveals why some coins sell for ...

Platinum may be rare, but platinum coin collectors are even rarer. Despite ultra-low mintages, Platinum American Eagles often ...

The Kennedy half dollar was first minted in 1964 in the wake of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy -- the coin's ...

Rare coins from the late 1800s can be worth a lot, due to several factors including the silver standard that was in place in ...

make sure you get to a reputable coin dealer or professional coin grading service. Designed by Victor D. Brenner, this is one of the highest-value pennies in circulation today. During World War II ...

According to the Professional Coin Grading Service, here’s what five high-value quarters from the year 2000 went for at auction: Even if your quarters don’t help you retire early, they could ...

While these guidelines can help you get a rough idea of your coin's rarity, professional coin grading services can provide a more accurate assessment of its condition and value. For example ...

A CEDULA (tax certificate) from the Philippine revolution of 1896, a 1766 Barilla coin minted in Manila, a four-real Mexican coin from the 19th century, and an eight-real coin from the short-lived ...