In 1953, a $2 bill graced with the portrait of Thomas Jefferson made its way into the wallets of the American people. Today, this particular note is a scarcity in everyday transactions. Interestingly, the presence of superstition plays a part in this; the bill has colloquially garnered the nickname akin to a ‘Tainted Thomas’. Despite …
While many citizens of the United States might live their entire lives without encountering a $2 bill, these notes are more common than one might initially believe. In the distant year of 1862, the US Federal Reserve Bank initiated the production of these unique, large-sized legal tender notes. Fast forward to today, and bills hailing …
It’s a common misconception across the United States that the 1976 $2 bill is a hidden treasure due to its supposed scarcity. However, the reality paints a different picture. Despite the myths surrounding its value, this particular banknote is neither an elusive find nor a substantial investment. In most instances, these bills are exchanged at …
In the dawn of the new millennium, the United States unveiled the iconic Sacagawea dollar coins. Colored a captivating golden hue, these coins graced the pockets and purses of Americans until 2012. While they may be absent from daily transactions today, have you ever wondered about their value in our current market? Collectors and enthusiasts …
Since its inception in 1946, the Roosevelt Dime series has caught the attention of numismatists across the nation. Among these seemingly ordinary coins lies a secret—errors that transform them from common change into collector’s gold. The value of these error dimes is not uniform. Consider, for instance, the dimes struck as proofs but mysteriously lacking …
It may come as a shock, but some seemingly inconspicuous ten-cent pieces from yesteryears have now crossed the illustrious million-dollar threshold in coin trading arenas. Picture this: a single dime, once overlooked as mere pocket change, now commands a price tag nearly touching the two million mark. And while not every old dime has reached …
Mercury dimes, named for their resemblance to the Roman god, are far more than simple pieces of silver. They represent a rich history, and their value can vary dramatically. Some might lie waiting in your pocket change, modest in value but rich in history, while others are esteemed rarities that could command the same price …
In the early 20th century, certain American coins, such as nickels, quarters, pennies, and dollars from 1902, proved to be resilient and enduring, remaining in circulation for many years. Yet, the 1902 dimes paint a strikingly different picture. These dimes, surprisingly, were often overlooked, neither drawing the fascination of numismatists nor becoming a common find …
In the closing years of the 19th century, the U.S. Mint bid farewell to the Seated Liberty dime that had graced American pockets since 1837. In its place, starting in 1892 and lasting until 1916, the Barber dime became the new face of American ten-cent coins. As time marches on, the pool of these Barber …
In a unique twist of fate, the year 1916 marks a significant turning point in American numismatic history. This was the year that two different types of dimes—the concluding series of one and the dawn of another—were struck by the United States Mint. The longstanding Barber dimes, named after their designer, Charles E. Barber, were …