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🇺🇸 United States Coins (28)
Morgan Silver Dollar
1878-1921
The Morgan Dollar is one of America's most beloved coins, featuring Lady Liberty on the obverse and a majestic eagle on the reverse. Minted from 1878 to 1904 and again in 1921, it represents the height of American silver dollar design.
Peace Silver Dollar
1921-1935
The Peace Dollar was minted to commemorate the end of World War I. It features a radiant Liberty on the obverse and a perched eagle holding an olive branch on the reverse, symbolizing peace.
Walking Liberty Half Dollar
1916-1947
Considered one of the most beautiful American coins ever minted, the Walking Liberty Half Dollar features Liberty striding toward the sunrise on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse.
Mercury Dime (Winged Liberty Head)
1916-1945
Often called the "Mercury Dime" due to Liberty's resemblance to the Roman god Mercury, this coin actually depicts Liberty wearing a winged Phrygian cap symbolizing freedom of thought.
Lincoln Wheat Cent
1909-1958
The Lincoln Wheat Cent was the first U.S. coin to feature a historical figure. It shows President Lincoln on the obverse and two wheat stalks on the reverse, giving it its popular name.
Buffalo Nickel (Indian Head)
1913-1938
The Buffalo Nickel features a Native American chief on the obverse and an American bison on the reverse. It is one of the most iconic American coin designs, celebrating the frontier heritage.
Standing Liberty Quarter
1916-1930
The Standing Liberty Quarter features Liberty standing between two walls, holding a shield and olive branch. This elegant design is considered one of the most beautiful U.S. coins ever minted.
Barber Dime
1892-1916
The Barber Dime features Liberty wearing a laurel wreath and cap on the obverse and a wreath surrounding the denomination on the reverse. It was part of the Barber coinage series that revolutionized U.S. coin design.
Barber Quarter
1892-1916
The Barber Quarter features the head of Liberty wearing a laurel wreath and Phrygian cap, with a heraldic eagle on the reverse. It was part of Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber's complete redesign of U.S. silver coinage.
Barber Half Dollar
1892-1915
The Barber Half Dollar features Liberty with a laurel wreath and cap on the obverse and a heraldic eagle with shield on the reverse. It was the largest denomination in the Barber series.
Indian Head Cent
1859-1909
The Indian Head Cent features Liberty wearing a Native American headdress on the obverse and an oak wreath with shield on the reverse. Despite its name, it depicts Liberty, not a Native American.
Washington Quarter
1932-Present
The Washington Quarter was initially minted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth. It has become one of the longest-running U.S. coin designs, still in production today.
Roosevelt Dime
1946-Present
The Roosevelt Dime was introduced shortly after President Franklin D. Roosevelt's death to honor his legacy. Roosevelt was instrumental in founding the March of Dimes, making the dime a fitting tribute.
Jefferson Nickel
1938-Present
The Jefferson Nickel features President Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and his home, Monticello, on the reverse. It replaced the Buffalo Nickel and remains in production today with design variations.
Eisenhower Dollar
1971-1978
The Eisenhower Dollar, or "Ike Dollar," honors President Dwight D. Eisenhower and commemorates the Apollo 11 moon landing. It was the first dollar coin minted since the Peace Dollar ended in 1935.
Kennedy Half Dollar
1964-Present
The Kennedy Half Dollar was introduced in 1964, shortly after President John F. Kennedy's assassination, as a lasting tribute to his legacy. It remains in production today, though rarely seen in circulation.
Franklin Half Dollar
1948-1963
The Franklin Half Dollar honors Founding Father Benjamin Franklin. It features his profile on the obverse and the Liberty Bell on the reverse. It was the last circulating U.S. coin to feature a non-president.
Liberty Head Nickel
1883-1913
The Liberty Head Nickel, also called the "V Nickel" for its Roman numeral denomination, features Liberty wearing a coronet on the obverse and a wreath with "V" on the reverse. The legendary 1913 Liberty Head Nickel is one of America's rarest coins.
Flying Eagle Cent
1856-1858
The Flying Eagle Cent was the first small-sized U.S. cent, featuring an eagle in flight on the obverse and a wreath on the reverse. Its short production run makes it highly collectible.
Susan B. Anthony Dollar
1979-1981, 1999
The Susan B. Anthony Dollar was the first U.S. coin to honor a real woman. Despite its historical significance, it was unpopular due to its similarity in size to the quarter, leading to its quick discontinuation.
Sacagawea Dollar / Native American Dollar
2000-Present
The Sacagawea Dollar features the Shoshone guide who assisted Lewis and Clark, carrying her infant son. Starting in 2009, the reverse was redesigned annually to honor Native American contributions. The coin has a distinctive golden color.
State Quarters Program
1999-2008
The 50 State Quarters Program released five new quarter designs annually from 1999-2008, each honoring a U.S. state. It became the most successful coin program in U.S. history, introducing millions to coin collecting.
Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle
1907-1933
Widely considered the most beautiful U.S. coin ever made, the Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle features Lady Liberty striding forward with torch and olive branch on the obverse, and a majestic eagle in flight on the reverse. The 1933 issue is one of the world's most valuable coins.
Indian Head Cent
1859-1909
The Indian Head Cent, despite its name, actually depicts Liberty wearing a Native American headdress. This beloved coin preceded the Lincoln Cent and is a staple of American coin collecting.
Barber Dime
1892-1916
Part of the Barber coinage series designed by Charles E. Barber, Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint. Features Liberty wearing a laurel wreath and Phrygian cap. Struck in 90% silver.
Mercury Dime
1916-1945
Despite its nickname, this coin depicts Liberty wearing a winged Phrygian cap, not the Roman god Mercury. It's considered one of America's most beautiful coin designs and is highly collectible.
Eisenhower Dollar
1971-1978
The Eisenhower Dollar honored the 34th President and commemorated the Apollo 11 moon landing. The last large-size dollar coin for circulation, featuring an eagle landing on the moon on the reverse.
Walking Liberty Half Dollar
1916-1947
Widely regarded as one of the most beautiful U.S. coins ever designed, the Walking Liberty Half features Liberty striding toward the dawn of a new day. The design was later used for the American Silver Eagle bullion coin.
🌍 World Coins (7)
British Gold Sovereign
United Kingdom • 1817-Present
The British Gold Sovereign is one of the world's most prestigious gold coins. Featuring the reigning monarch on the obverse and Saint George slaying the dragon on the reverse, it has been minted for over 200 years.
Euro Coins
European Union • 1999-Present
Euro coins are the currency of the Eurozone, featuring a common European side and unique national designs. The eight denominations range from 1 cent to 2 euros, with varying metals and sizes.
Japanese 1 Yen
Japan • 1870-Present
The 1 Yen coin is Japan's smallest denomination coin, made entirely of aluminum and so light it floats on water. Modern issues feature a young tree symbolizing growth and prosperity.
Swiss 5 Francs
Switzerland • 1850-Present
The Swiss 5 Francs is known for its high silver content (in pre-1968 issues) and beautiful designs featuring Helvetia, the national personification of Switzerland. Modern cupro-nickel versions continue the tradition.
Indian 1 Rupee
India • 1950-Present
The Indian 1 Rupee has evolved from silver to nickel-brass, featuring the Ashoka Lion Capital on one side and various designs on the reverse, including the denomination in multiple Indian languages.
British Gold Sovereign
United Kingdom • 1817-Present
The modern sovereign is one of the world's most recognized gold coins, featuring the reigning monarch on the obverse and St. George slaying the dragon on the reverse. A staple of gold bullion investing.
Canadian Silver Dollar
Canada • 1935-1967
Canada's first silver dollar commemorated the Silver Jubilee of King George V in 1935. These beautiful coins feature the reigning monarch and iconic Canadian imagery including the voyageur canoe design.
🏛️ Ancient Coins (6)
Roman Silver Denarius
Roman Republic/Empire • 211 BC - 244 AD
The silver denarius was the standard Roman currency for over 450 years. These coins feature portraits of emperors, gods, and important figures on the obverse with various symbolic designs on the reverse.
Roman Gold Aureus
Roman Republic/Empire • 1st Century BC - 4th Century AD
The aureus was ancient Rome's primary gold coin, reserved for large transactions and military payments. These prestigious coins feature emperors and significant historical events.
Ancient Greek Silver Drachma
Ancient Greece (various city-states) • 6th Century BC - 1st Century AD
The drachma was the fundamental currency of ancient Greece. Different city-states produced unique designs, with Athens' owl tetradrachm being the most famous and widely circulated.
Spanish Silver Real (Cob)
Spanish Empire • 1500s-1700s
Spanish silver cobs are crude, irregularly shaped coins hand-cut from silver bars. The famous "pieces of eight" were 8-real cobs, widely used in international trade and associated with pirates and treasure ships.
Roman Denarius
Roman Republic/Empire • 211 BC - 244 AD
The denarius was the backbone of Roman currency for over 400 years. Silver coins featuring emperors, gods, and military victories. These coins financed legions and spread Roman culture across three continents.
Athens Owl Tetradrachm
Ancient Athens • 5th Century BC - 1st Century BC
The most iconic ancient Greek coin, featuring Athena on the obverse and her sacred owl on the reverse. These coins funded the Athenian empire and are mentioned in ancient texts. The design barely changed for 400 years.
⚠️ Error Coins (10)
1955 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent
1955
The 1955 Doubled Die Obverse penny is one of the most famous error coins in U.S. history. The date, "LIBERTY", and "IN GOD WE TRUST" show dramatic doubling, visible to the naked eye.
1943 Copper Penny Error
1943
In 1943, the U.S. minted pennies from steel to conserve copper for World War II. However, a few copper planchets from 1942 remained in the press, creating one of the most valuable mint errors - the 1943 copper penny.
1944 Steel Penny Error
1944
The opposite of the 1943 copper penny error - in 1944, when the mint returned to copper pennies, a few leftover steel planchets from 1943 were accidentally struck with 1944 dies.
Off-Center Strike Errors
Various
Off-center errors occur when a coin blank (planchet) is not properly positioned in the press, resulting in part of the design missing. The more dramatic the offset and the more date visible, the more valuable the error.
2004-D Wisconsin Quarter Extra Leaf
2004
The 2004-D Wisconsin State Quarter features an error where an extra leaf appears on the corn stalk on the reverse. Two varieties exist: "Extra Leaf High" and "Extra Leaf Low", both caused by die damage or alteration.
1972 Doubled Die Obverse Lincoln Cent
1972
The 1972 Doubled Die Obverse penny shows strong doubling on "LIBERTY" and "IN GOD WE TRUST" on the obverse. While not as dramatic as the 1955 doubled die, it remains a popular and valuable error coin.
1995 Doubled Die Obverse Lincoln Cent
1995
The 1995 Doubled Die Obverse penny shows dramatic doubling on "LIBERTY" and the date "1995". It is one of the most significant modern doubled die errors and highly sought by collectors.
1955 Doubled Die Penny
1955
The most famous error coin in American numismatics. A misaligned die created dramatic doubling on the obverse, visible to the naked eye. "LIBERTY" and the date appear clearly doubled.
1943 Copper Penny
1943
One of the most famous mint errors - a bronze penny struck on a copper planchet when all 1943 pennies should have been steel. Only about 40 are known to exist. Several have sold for over $100,000.
1937-D 3-Legged Buffalo Nickel
1937
A famous mint error where over-polishing of the die removed the buffalo's front right leg. One of the most recognizable and valuable error coins in U.S. history.
🥇 Bullion Coins (12)
South African Krugerrand
South Africa • 1967-Present
The Krugerrand was the world's first modern gold bullion coin, designed to help market South African gold. It features Paul Kruger on the obverse and the Springbok antelope on the reverse.
Canadian Gold Maple Leaf
Canada • 1979-Present
The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf is one of the purest gold bullion coins in the world at 99.99% gold. It features Queen Elizabeth II (or King Charles III) on the obverse and the iconic maple leaf on the reverse.
Chinese Gold Panda
China • 1982-Present
The Chinese Gold Panda features the Temple of Heaven on the obverse and a new panda design each year on the reverse. It is one of the few bullion coins with an annually changing design.
Mexican Silver Libertad
Mexico • 1982-Present
The Silver Libertad features the Winged Victory (Angel of Independence) monument on the obverse and the Mexican coat of arms surrounded by historic versions on the reverse. It is Mexico's official silver bullion coin.
Australian Silver Kookaburra
Australia • 1990-Present
The Australian Silver Kookaburra features the native kookaburra bird with a new design each year on the reverse, and Queen Elizabeth II (or King Charles III) on the obverse. It is one of the most popular silver bullion coins worldwide.
Austrian Silver Philharmonic
Austria • 2008-Present
The Austrian Silver Philharmonic celebrates Vienna's rich musical heritage. It features orchestral instruments on both sides and is Europe's only silver bullion coin denominated in Euros.
American Silver Eagle
United States • 1986-Present
The American Silver Eagle is the official silver bullion coin of the United States. It features Adolph Weinman's iconic Walking Liberty design on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse.
American Gold Eagle
United States • 1986-Present
The American Gold Eagle is the official gold bullion coin of the United States. It features Augustus Saint-Gaudens' iconic Liberty design from the 1907 Double Eagle, considered one of the most beautiful U.S. coin designs ever created.
Canadian Silver Maple Leaf
Canada • 1988-Present
The Canadian Silver Maple Leaf is one of the purest silver bullion coins available at 99.99% silver. It features Queen Elizabeth II (or King Charles III) on the obverse and the iconic Canadian maple leaf on the reverse.
Mexican Libertad (1 oz Silver)
Mexico • 1982-Present
The Mexican Libertad is Mexico's official silver bullion coin featuring the Winged Victory monument on the obverse and Mexico's coat of arms with historical versions on the reverse. Known for beautiful design and no face value.
Chinese Silver Panda (1 oz)
China • 1983-Present
The Chinese Silver Panda is unique among bullion coins - the panda design changes every year (except 2001-2002). Highly collectible due to changing designs and lower mintages than other major bullion coins.
Australian Kangaroo (1 oz Silver)
Australia • 2016-Present
The Australian Silver Kangaroo features a new kangaroo design each year, struck by the prestigious Perth Mint. Known for high-quality minting and beautiful designs celebrating Australia's iconic marsupial.