American Numismatic Association

05/29/2026

This video breaks down three essential factors that determine a coin's value. 🪙

Watch now to understand what truly gives a coin its value: https://bit.ly/4vkb1yp

Beginner's Guide to Coin Value: 3 Key Factors That Determine a Coin...

05/28/2026

The Hobby's Leading Guide Turns 80! 🔴📖✨

Whitman Brands has announced the release of the 2027 edition of the Official Red Book: A Guide Book of United States Coins!

For eight decades, the Red Book has been the ultimate, must-have reference guide sitting on the desk of every coin collector in America. Whether you use it for grading tips, mintage data, or market values, this 80th-anniversary edition is a piece of hobby history itself.

Find out what special features are packed into this milestone release on the Reading Room, the ANA's premier online magazine:

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Whitman Brands has announced the release of the 2027 edition of its Official Red Book: A Guide Book of United States Coins. This marks the 80th anniversary of the hobby’s leading coin reference. The latest edition includes more than 13,000 listings covering coins, medals, tokens, sets, and collect...

05/28/2026

Learn more about the 1878 Liberty Head Morgan Object # 103 from the Money Museum (R)evolution in Currency digital series!

First issued in 1878, the Morgan dollar - designed by George T. Morgan - featured a bold heraldic reverse and an obverse Liberty modeled by teacher Anna Willess Williams.

1878 | Liberty Head Morgan Object # 103 ANA 1999.43.1

First issued in 1878, the Morgan dollar - designed by George T. Morgan - featured a bold heraldic reverse and an obverse Liberty modeled by teacher Anna Willess Williams. Although iconic today, its large size and weight made it unpopular in everyday circulation at the time.

Production was driven less by public demand than by federal silver purchases that were required under the Bland-Allison Act (and later the Sherman Silver Purchase Act), reflecting the political influence of western mining interests. Millions of Morgan dollars never circulated at all. Instead, they sat in Treasury vaults as bullion reserves. However, when released to collectors in the 1960s, the Morgan dollar fueled one of the strongest collector markets of any U.S. coin. Today, die varieties known as VAMs (after Van Allen and Mallis) make attribution a specialty field within Morgan dollar collecting.

💬 Do you have a favorite Morgan dollar or a memorable story about finding one in your collection?

Follow along each week day as we spotlight one American coin, token, or note for every year of our nation’s independence.🪙 🇺🇸

Explore the collection so far: https://bit.ly/4tn6rxH

05/28/2026

A Piece of History Heads to Auction

A set of 1990 trial Central Bank of Iraq banknotes featuring a portrait of Saddam Hussein crossed the block at a Noonans auction.

These three trial notes were fully designed and ready for production, but they were completely halted and never issued due to the outbreak of the First Gulf War.

Get more details on the Reading Room, the ANA's premier online magazine:

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A full set of 1990 trial Central Bank of Iraq bank notes bearing a portrait of Saddam Hussein will be offered at a Noonans auction on May 27. Never issued due to the First Gulf War, the three trial notes are expected to fetch a total of £17,000 (US$22,860). British printing firm De La Rue […]

05/28/2026

Comics on Coins: Revisiting a Classic! 🪙💥

The Royal Mint and Beano teamed up to break the UK's most iconic comic prankster out of the panels and onto an official 50-pence coin!

This colorful collectible features Dennis the Menace in his classic red-and-black striped sweater, right alongside his legendary sidekick, Gnasher. Celebrating a massive milestone, the design proudly displays the legend "75 YEARS OF DENNIS."

Love seeing pop culture brought to life in precious metal? Get all the design details on the Reading Room, the ANA's premier online magazine:

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The Royal Mint and Beano have partnered to break an iconic prankster out of a comic book and onto an official United Kingdom 50 pence. Released on February 19, the Dennis the Menace collectible features the boy in his red-and-black sweater as well as his dog, an Abyssinian wire-haired tripe hound na...

05/28/2026

In Boston 2026 World Expo this week? You're in for a treat!

You can marvel at the All-Time Finest Walking Liberty half dollars display. From extreme Mint State rarities to stunning proofs, this legendary $20 million collection is a must-see for every coin enthusiast in attendance.

Can't make it to Boston in person? We have you covered. Get some highlights on the ANA Reading Room:
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A complete set of the all-time finest Walking Liberty half dollars are a part of Kelleher Auctions’ $20 million public exhibit of rare collectibles at the Boston 2026 World Expo, held May 23-30. Considered among America’s most beautiful coins, silver Walking Liberty half dollars (1916-47) are ch...

05/27/2026

The ANA is heading to national TV! 📢

We are so excited to share the official 30-second teaser trailer for our upcoming feature segment on The American Dream: Hosted by Eric Roberts airing nationally on Bloomberg Television! 🪙🇺🇸

Don't miss this incredible showcase of the history, artistry, and passion behind coin collecting and numismatics. Whether you're a lifelong collector or just starting out, this is a celebration of the hobby we all love.

Set your DVRs or tune in live this weekend!
📺 Network: Bloomberg Television
📅 Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM EST / 4:30 PM Central

Not an ANA member yet? Join a community of passionate collectors today on our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/4e8cVvZ

Check out the video below for a sneak peek! 🎬👇

05/27/2026

Remembering a Numismatic Icon 🪙

What is designer Joel Iskowitz’s numismatic legacy?

On April 23, the numismatic and art communities lost a living legend, and the United States lost a national treasure with the passing of celebrated coin designer and artist Joel Iskowitz at age 79. Iskowitz’s work is a bridge to history and the most famous coin designers of the past, with classic, timeless designs that appeal to humanity’s better angels. 

Explore his legacy and our tribute on the ANA Reading Room!

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https://readingroom.money.org/icons-of-inspiration-remembering-joel-iskowitz/

05/27/2026

Learn more about the 1877 CC Double Eagle, Liberty Bust with coronet. The $20 double eagle, introduced under the Coinage Act of 1849 in response to the California Gold Rush, was the largest denomination ever struck at the Carson City Mint. 🪙

05/27/2026

In this video, we weigh the pros and cons of various coin storage methods. Whether you are looking for economical solutions or premium protective options, you will learn how to store your collection with confidence. 🪙

Watch now to find the right setup for your coins, and be sure to subscribe for more coin collecting tips and expert insights: https://bit.ly/4vhM5HL

Keep your coin collection safe and secure with these expert tips fo...

05/27/2026

Glittering Gold Reading Room Spotlight ✨

Discover the story of Augustus Humbert, a former assayer known for the slugs and gold coins that bear his name and had an extensive collection.

Read now or listen on the go: https://bit.ly/3PPYUK2

On Monday, September 30, 1850, it was announced that President Millard Fillmore had appointed Augustus Humbert to serve as assayer of the mint at San Francisco. This announcement was slightly misleading, as Congress had scrapped its plans to establish a mint in California by September 1850. Instead,...