From the U.S. Mint’s coin designers to the mysteries of 1861-O half dollars, explore the history behind American coinage.

The U.S. Mint announced Oct. 17 the honorees for the 2025 American Women Quarters Program. This is the fourth and final year of the program featuring coins with reverse designs emblematic of the ...

Coins and currency are used as a medium of exchange to facilitate commerce. They can also serve as a unit of account and as a store of value. You don’t necessarily need to have custody of physical ...

After decades of conflict, Somalia is still relying on deteriorating bank notes as efforts to introduce a new currency ...

With nickels costing more than their face value to produce, the U.S. Mint faces another difficult decision following the end ...

The impact of Islamic trade with medieval Russia and Denmark is well illustrated by two recent finds. A hoard of 59 Islamic ...

As silver prices fluctuate, once-popular 90 percent silver coins face changing demand, but their discounted prices may offer ...

As might be anticipated, the month's biggest news is our Lincoln cent. It’s been no secret that our lowest denomination coin has been being produced at a loss to the U.S. Mint for some time. The cent ...

From rare Lahainaluna Seminary notes to Republic of Hawaii silver certificates, explore the early paper currency that ...

A 17th-century silver locket, a rare gold coin, and a centuries-old love story come together in a remarkable auction ...

As digital payments gain ground, countries are reconsidering the importance of physical cash for financial security, privacy, ...