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Proof coins represent the very best that any U.S. Mint has to offer. Proof doesn't refer to a particular grade. Proof refers to the result when a coin is made in a special way.

See what the mint mark letters on US coins mean (and how they affect value). A list of coins each Mint facility made + What a coin without a mintmark means!

1932 quarters are worth money! Why? They're made of 90% silver. They were the first Washington quarters. See how much your 1932 silver quarters are worth!

See the MANY reasons why coins are round. Plus, a list of odd-shaped U.S. coins that are NOT round + A list of all the various coin shapes that exist today.

Curious about the value of First Strike coins? Are they even worth buying? Here's an expert analysis on whether First Strike coins are a good investment.

The Smithsonian in Washington D.C. has the 1804 dollar, 1933 double eagle & other rare coins. Here's what you'll see. Plus my tips for visiting the museum.

How is money made? How does American currency go from being printed by the government to winding up at your local bank, in stores, and in your pocket? Here's an easy-to-understand article showing how money gets distributed into commerce, how to track where your dollar bills have been, and how long money in circulation lasts.

Want to get a job in the coin industry? I can help you! I'm a longtime coin collector and I've led a numismatic career with LOTS of fun numismatic jobs since 2006.

A collection of cool facts about U.S. pennies - including mintage numbers, coin values, coin trivia, and more. These numbers will blow you away!