Ever heard of the Battle of Agincourt? It was the battle between France and England some 600 years ago that ended the Hundred Years’ War in England’s favor and, as historians will tell you, was the end of the Middle Age’s knights and chivalry. Now, in the Information Age, the Royal Mint of England is…
Flowing Hair Dollar Fetches Nearly $5 Million at Auction
Last month, we reported about the upcoming auction of one of the most valuable coin collections in the world. This year, Sotheby’s and Stack’s Bowers began auctioning off coins from the renowned Pogue collection, at its height a complete collection of the over 650 early federal coins minted in the first 50 years of America’s…
Provident Metals Introduces Cleopatra in Ultra High Relief
The final Ptolemaic Queen of Egypt, left quite a legacy on the world. Known for her stunning beauty and charm, Cleopatra has been featured in many enthralling works of art by William Shakespeare, George Bernard Shaw and many others, including an opera and a 1963 movie. Her allure is being exhibited once again thanks to the creativity of Heidi…
Zombucks The Saint Available Now
The apocalypse has run rampant for nearly three years. Iconic figures have turned to zombies; beautiful animals grew infectious. The contagion knew no bounds, grasping ahold of any living organism and taking the world down in the process. As the upheaval expanded, survival depended on two things: fighting skills and Zombucks: Currency of the Apocalypse®,…
Rounds, Numismatic and Bullion Coins: What’s the Difference?
If you’re new to the world of coin investing, you may be wondering exactly what the difference is between numismatic and bullion coins and rounds…and if the difference matters. Numismatic Coins The value of a numismatic coin lies in its historical significance, rarity and condition. In other words, its value is not tied to the…
12 Labors of Hercules Final Mintages
Hercules successfully completed all 12 of his labors while under the rule of King Eurystheus. The labors, which were thought to be impossible for the Greek hero, were accomplished by Hercules as he sought to redeem himself from Hera’s curse that destroyed his family. All 12 labors, each more difficult than the next, were commemorated on…
