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Large Cents - One of the first mint issues ever!

Large Cents were mostly unwanted and criticized by the public. Early issues having a chain reverse were misunderstood as promoting slavery instead of unity.

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Maine Centennial Half Dollar

1920 Maine Centennial Half Obv

The 1920 Maine Centennial Half Dollar was produced to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Maine entering into the union as the 23rd state.

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Bicentennial Quarters Dual-Dated 1776-1976

1976 Washington Quarter Bicentennial Obverse

The Bicentennial Quarters of 1976 were made to commemorate the 200th anniversary of American Independence.

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Alabama Centennial Half Dollar

1921 Alabama Centennial Half Obv

The 1921 Alabama Centennial Half Dollar was made to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Alabama entering the Union in 1819.

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Presidential Dollars

2007 Presidential Dollar Rev

The Presidential Dollars program began in 2007 and will run until at least 2016, concluding with Ronald Reagan as the 40th President.

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Bullion coins - A great way to invest safely for the future.

2005 Gold Maple Leaf Rev

Bullion coins are produced through several national governments throughout the world.

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Coin Collecting is a great pastime for anyone young and old alike!

Coin Collecting is a great pastime for anyone. This site is meant to serve as a guide and is filled with information on the hobby.

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Precious Metals Investing

Precious metals investing, in general, should be thought of as a long term investment.

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Silver Dollars - Primary unit of value made by our Founding Fathers.

Silver Dollars were the primary unit of value created by our Founding Fathers. The U.S. Mint began production in 1794 with the Flowing Hair variety.

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Eisenhower Dollars (Bicentennial)

1976 Eisenhower Dollar Bicentennial Obverse

The Bicentennial version of Eisenhower Dollars were coined at the US Mint in 1975 and 1976. However, these coins are dual-dated 1776-1976.

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