The Morgan Silver Dollar is one of the most iconic coins in American numismatic history. Introduced in 1878, the coin symbolizes a transformative era of the U.S. Mint and American silver coinage. While much has been written about the Morgan Dollar series, the first 1878-S Morgan Silver Dollars struck at the San Francisco Mint hold … Read more
For coin collectors and numismatists, one of the most intriguing aspects of coin production is the official mintage figures released by mints. A peculiar trend that stands out is that coin mintages are frequently even numbers, such as 10,000, 50,000, or 1,000,000. While it may seem like a mere coincidence, there are practical, logistical, and … Read more
Coin mintage figures play a significant role in the world of numismatics, helping collectors and investors understand how rare or common a coin might be. These figures, often provided by the U.S. Mint or other national mints, detail the number of coins produced in a specific year and at a particular mint facility. But where … Read more