Posts tagged 'nickel'

In numismatics, there are several factors that could draw a collector to a particular coin. Some of the most popular coins in US history are those with an interesting story. The 1883 “Racketeer Nickel” is the prime example of an iconic coin whose popularity stems from its wild origin tale.

Nowadays, coin collectors get their start with coins like American Silver Eagles, acquired directly from the US Mint in near-perfect grades. The roots of this noble hobby started when we were kids looking through pocket change on an exhilarating treasure hunt where you didn't know what you'd find. These were coins that had been circulated and were harder to find in Mint State condition. To restore that grand tradition, we put together this list of a few of those coins that anyone can collect just by looking through their change!

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has caused many stores to rethink whether or not handing out change is possible. Leading the charge is the Kroger Company, who will stop providing coinage as change at their supermarkets. The decision was made due to several factors including sanitation purposes related to the coronavirus and a general coin shortage in the United States.