U.S. ‘Era’ Type Sets
Examples of each coin design minted by the United States during a chosen century in history.-
This collection checklist includes the circulation (business strike) designs for all denominations of coinage produced in the United States between the years of 1793 and 1999 (excluding US gold coinage).
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This collection checklist includes the circulation (business strike) designs for all denominations of coinage produced in the United States between the years of 1793 and 1799 (excluding US gold coinage).
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This collection checklist includes the circulation (business strike) designs for all denominations of coinage produced in the United States between the years of 1800 and 1899 (excluding US gold coinage).
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This collection checklist includes the circulation (business strike) designs for all denominations of coinage produced in the United States between the years of 1900 and 1999 (excluding US gold coinage).
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This collection checklist includes the circulation (business strike) designs for all denominations of coinage produced in the United States from the year of 2000 through the current day.
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Check Out Our Guide to Identifying U.S. Constitutional Silver Coins
Think you might have silver coins in your pocket change? Learn the quick ways to spot United States Coinage made of silver by date, edge color, weight, and more.
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Learn How ‘Karats’ Measure the Purity of Gold!
If you collect U.S. Gold Coinage, it is essential to learn the translations between karats and percentages.
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What is a Commemorative Coin?
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.
What is a Type Set in Coin Collecting?
A type set is one of the most exciting and customizable ways to collect coins — instead of hunting every date and mint mark, you collect one example of each major design. It’s a perfect mix of variety, history, and flexibility. Whether you focus on U.S. coins, world coins, or just one denomination, type sets can fit any budget and skill level.
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