Although the Royal Charter of the Colony of Virginia in 1609 granted the authority to mint coins, the power was never used ...

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While most casual collectors focus on widely minted coins, many are unaware of the more obscure American coins that have their own unusual stories.

Valuable American coins include 1913 Liberty Head Nickel; 1933 Double Eagle ($20 gold); 1804 Silver Dollar; 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent; 1894-S Barber Dime; 1916-D Mercury Dime; and 1877 Indian Head ...

‘Coins & Currency in Colonial America’ An online exhibit, presented by Colonial Williamsburg, showcases money made both here and abroad that was used through the end of the American Revolution.

Never before in US history have coins been less valuable. In 1857, officials did away with the half-cent coin, which was then worth about $0.14 in today’s money.

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