An underground trove buried during World War II is back in the spotlight, promising record prices and a fresh chapter in numismatic lore. The reappearance of the Traveller Collection—the 15,000‑piece cache valued at more than $100 million USD—has coin experts buzzing. Buried for safety as Nazi forces advanced and now slated for auction, this glittering hoard blends gold … Read more
An unassuming village collector’s wall stash turns into one of Europe’s most surprising numismatic windfalls. In a twist worthy of a treasure‑hunt novel, more than 1,000 historic gold coins sealed inside a farmhouse wall in southwestern France have just sold for about €3.48 million ($3.5 million). The windfall caps the quiet life of Paul Narce, a modest retiree whose passion … Read more
Aluminum can and iron box hide nearly 600 coins now valued at more than $340,000. Two weekend hikers thought they were just stopping for lunch in the Podkrkonoší Mountains—until a rust‑flecked can and a dented iron box poking out of the soil changed everything. Inside lay jewelry, artifacts, and 598 gold coins dated between 1808 and 1915. Museum … Read more
The U.S. Treasury will stop minting pennies early next year, closing a 230‑year chapter in American pocket change. After decades of debate, the humble penny is finally bowing out. Rising metal prices, digital payments, and millions of idle coins stuck in jars convinced officials that the cost of making the one‑cent piece—about 3.7 cents per coin—no … Read more
A Pennsylvania family cleaning out Grandpa’s house stumbled on history—and an $18.9 million payday. The gold piece, authenticated as a 1933 Double Eagle, is expected to ignite a global bidding war that could set a new coin record.The safe had sat unopened for decades. When relatives cracked it open, they found old deeds, war medals—and a … Read more
A one‑of‑a‑kind Sacagawea prototype just shattered expectations, landing nearly three‑quarters of a million dollars and shaking up the numismatic scene. The golden dollar, struck in 2000 and bearing a little‑known test rim, became the star of Heritage Auctions’ spring sale on June 10. Only three pieces with this edge style survive, pushing bidders into a frenzy … Read more
The Treasury’s decision to halt penny production by 2026 turns every dusty coin jar into real money—and a small race against the clock. Your nightstand piggy bank might feel like clutter, but it could hold far more than sentimental value. Experts say the average household sits on $60 – $90 in idle coins, yet most of us … Read more
These timeless five-cent pieces, once used daily, are quietly gaining value on the numismatic market. Could you have one tucked away? Many people think they only have loose change lying around, but Buffalo Nickels might prove otherwise. Minted in the United States between 1913 and 1938, these coins were ordinary currency back in the day. … Read more
The government has confirmed its last purchase of penny blanks, revealing that these one-cent coins will gradually disappear from circulation. Officials at the Treasury Department say the move could save millions of dollars in production costs each year, sparking a national conversation about the end of an American staple that dates back more than two … Read more
A penny worth $11 million? It sounds unbelievable, but coin enthusiasts insist one rare Lincoln Wheat Penny could fetch a fortune. If you’ve ever tossed pennies aside without a second thought, you might want to think again. In 1943, the United States Mint created most pennies from steel to conserve copper for the war effort. … Read more
Rare Bicentennial Quarter rumored to be worth $2.5 billion still in circulation. Could a simple quarter be hiding a life-changing fortune? Many collectors believe the 1976 Bicentennial Quarter might just be the ticket—especially since rumors persist about one elusive example allegedly valued at $2.5 billion. This commemorative coin was introduced to celebrate America’s 200th birthday, … Read more
Could you imagine finding a penny that instantly boosts your bank account by six figures? That’s the thrilling possibility behind the 1943 Lincoln Wheat Penny, a small copper coin so rare that collectors believe it could still be hiding in your spare change. With only a handful ever confirmed, this mysterious penny has captured the … Read more
A rediscovered trove of 15,000 rare coins, once stashed to evade Nazi forces, is set to astonish collectors around the world. Experts say this remarkable find, known as the Traveller Collection, could reshape numismatic history when it goes to auction. The roots of this hidden fortune date back to the aftermath of the 1929 Wall … Read more
A determined metal detectorist in England spent years combing the same farm, ultimately uncovering a unique artifact dating back to 69 A.D. Here’s why his find has everyone talking. Ron Walters, a 76-year-old retiree from Kingswinford, never expected his persistent efforts would unveil a Roman coin so rare that experts believe it is the first … Read more
Some online claims allege a single Wheat Penny could fetch $121 million, but specialists warn there’s no evidence of such sky-high figures. Every coin collector has dreamed of stumbling upon a priceless penny. Lately, bold headlines have suggested a Lincoln Wheat Penny is worth $121 million—an astonishing sum that has sparked curiosity across the United … Read more