Think cleaning your coins makes them more valuable? Think again. Learn why cleaning permanently damages coins, how experts can tell, and what to do instead.

Confused by all the letters and numbers on your coin slab? This guide explains how to read NGC, PCGS, and ANACS grading labels — so you’ll know exactly what your coin’s grade, strike, and special designations really mean.

Not all wheat pennies are valuable — but some are worth hundreds or more. Learn which dates, mint marks, and varieties to keep, and why most are still fun to collect.

Learn how to spot valuable coin varieties like double dies, re-punched mint marks, and overdates. Discover what causes them, famous examples, and how to identify them.

Wondering how coin shops decide what your collection is worth? Learn exactly how dealers evaluate coins by rarity, condition, metal content, and market demand.

Coin collecting doesn’t have to be expensive. Discover the best U.S. coins to collect on a budget — from Wheat cents to silver dimes — and how to get started.

Learn what “melt value” really means, how to calculate it, and which U.S. coins actually contain silver. Perfect for collectors and silver stackers alike.

Counterfeit coins are everywhere — from fake key-date Lincolns to altered Morgan dollars. Learn which U.S. coins are most counterfeited and how to protect yourself.

Not all 1943 pennies are created equal. Discover why some are worth just a few cents while others can sell for over $100,000 — and how to spot the difference.

Coin grading determines a coin’s condition and value. Learn how the Sheldon Scale works, why grading matters, and when to have coins certified.

Proof coins are some of the most beautiful coins ever made. Learn the difference between proof, cameo, and deep cameo coins — and why collectors value them.

From the Standing Liberty Quarter to the 1896 Educational Series notes, nudity has a surprising place in U.S. coin and currency history. Here’s the story.

Commemorative coins honor events, people, and places with unique designs and limited mintages. Learn what they are, why they’re collectible, and how to start.

Coin roll hunting is the modern-day treasure hunt for collectors. Learn what it is, how to start, and the best tips for finding silver and rare coins in rolls.

Coin roll hunting for silver? Learn which U.S. coins still show up in bank rolls, how to spot them by date and edge, and tips for finding 90% and 40% silver.

Improper storage can ruin a coin’s value. Learn the best ways to protect your collection from scratches, spots, and unwanted toning with safe holders and tips.

The U.S. Mint’s State Quarters program was one of the most popular coin series ever, but despite the hype, most of these coins aren’t worth more than face value. Coin shops regularly see full sets brought in, yet unless they’re silver proofs or graded at the highest levels, dealers simply aren’t buying. Learn why State Quarters are fun to collect but rarely valuable — and what exceptions to look out for.

The U.S. penny costs more to make than it’s worth—and its usefulness in circulation has dwindled. Discover why America may soon retire its one-cent coin and what that means for everyday transactions.

Think you might have silver coins in your pocket change? Learn the quick ways to spot U.S. coins made of silver by date, edge color, weight, and more.

You might be carrying treasure without even knowing it! From rare error coins to older designs pulled from circulation decades ago, some everyday change can be worth hundreds or even thousands. Learn what to look for before you spend it.