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  • The 2024 Liberty & Britannia Collaboration.

    Reading Time: 3 minutes The 2024 Liberty and Britannia Program marks an unprecedented collaboration between the United States Mint and the Royal Mint, two esteemed institutions renowned for their rich numismatic history. This groundbreaking initiative showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of both mints’ chief engravers, Joseph Menna and Gordon Summers, as they join forces to create…

  • What causes red spots on gold coins.

    Reading Time: 7 minutes Summary: The appearance of red spots on gold coins stems from known factors such as the presence of copper in the alloy, reactions with sulfur, and possible interaction with metallic dust. Despite concerns about authenticity, these spots do not devalue the coin as they’re associated with the coin’s composition and historical…

  • The Mint at Charlotte North Carolina.

    Reading Time: 4 minutes In the wake of the initial discovery of gold in the United States at the Reed Gold Mine in North Carolina, the absence of local mints in the Charlotte region posed significant challenges for miners. To transform their gold dust into currency, they had to endure a cumbersome process of sending…

  • U.S. Mint New Orleans Mint.

    Reading Time: 4 minutes The history of rare gold mint coins intertwines with the growth and economic development of the United States. Beginning in 1795, the Philadelphia Mint played a pivotal role in establishing a uniform currency. As America embraced the Gold Standard, the demand for gold coins surged, leading to the minting of coins…

  • U.S. Mint Dahlonega Georgia.

    Reading Time: 4 minutes The Dahlonega Mint, a significant establishment during the Georgia Gold Rush, emerged as a branch of the United States Mint. Its purpose was to facilitate miners in assaying and minting gold without the need to journey to the distant Philadelphia Mint. Situated at (34°31.8′N 83°59.2′W) in Dahlonega, Lumpkin County, Georgia, the…

  • San Francisco Mint – United States Mint.

    Reading Time: 2 minutes The San Francisco Mint, a branch of the United States Mint, has a rich history dating back to 1854 when it was established to serve the gold mines of the California Gold Rush. Located at 608 Commercial Street, it initially played a pivotal role in converting gold bullion into coins, generating…