Coin collecting may have been a niche hobby in times past, but an increased interest in numismatics -- whether due to ...

During World War II, the U.S. Mint switched to zinc-coated steel pennies to conserve copper ... rare. Among these, the 1943-S Wheat Penny, minted in San Francisco, is one of the most sought ...

The value of copper coins, as in all coins, is based on scarcity and condition. Rare coins with minting errors or other unique features tend to bring high prices, as do those in mint or near-mint ...

Here are 10 rare coins, including five still in circulation, that are certain to increase in value in the next five years. A news release from the U.S. Mint in 1999 estimated that 40 copper-alloy ...

It was originally based on the Spanish Dollar ... Minted in 1849, this rare coin easily falls into the million-dollar club. Made from 90% gold and 10% copper, this coin weighs just over 33 ...

Most coins are worth their face value, but others are different story. Coin collectors seek rare currencies often ... “Although records are sparse, this copper coin is widely regarded as the ...