Coins & Coins & Coins
Coins & Coins & Coins is your deep dive into the fascinating world of U.S. commemorative coins — classic, modern, and everything in between. Whether you’re a longtime collector or just coin-curious, join us as we uncover the stories, history, artistry, and oddities behind America’s most collectible coinage. From iconic half dollars to hidden gems, each episode brings a fresh take, expert insights, and a little fun along the way. Get ready to geek out… one coin at a time!
Episodes
In this episode of Coins & Coins & Coins, we dig into a coin that commemorates one of the most important turning points in American history—the 1925 Lexington-Concord Sesquicentennial Half Dollar. Struck to honor the 150th anniversary of the first battles of the American Revolutionary War, this coin was more than a piece of silver—it was a patriotic souvenir sold to fund local celebrations in Massachusetts.
We’ll explore the...
Step into the complex history of the 1925 Stone Mountain Memorial Half Dollar—one of the most controversial coins in U.S. commemorative history. This silver half dollar, minted in Philadelphia, features Confederate Generals Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson, and was created to fund the Stone Mountain Confederate monument in Georgia. Designed by Gutzon Borglum—who later sculpted Mount Rushmore and was associated with the Ku Klux K...
In this episode of Coins & Coins & Coins, we explore the fascinating and controversial story behind the 1924 Huguenot-Walloon Tercentenary Half Dollar. Issued to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the founding of New Netherland (present-day New York), this U.S. commemorative coin honors the arrival of Protestant Huguenot and Walloon settlers aboard the Nieuw Nederlandt in 1624. Designed by George T. Morgan—famed for the M...
🎙️ Discover the Story Behind the 1923 Monroe Doctrine Centennial Half Dollar on Coins & Coins & Coins! This episode explores a fascinating intersection of history, Hollywood, and U.S. coinage. Struck to honor the 100th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine, this commemorative half dollar featured Presidents James Monroe and John Quincy Adams and was tied to a grand—but ultimately failed—Los Angeles exposition.
Designed by Ches...
Discover the fascinating story behind the 1922 Grant Memorial Half Dollar, one of the most unique and sought-after coins in U.S. commemorative coin history. In this episode of Coins & Coins & Coins, we dive deep into the historical significance, rare varieties, and collectible value of this classic silver half dollar issued to honor the 100th birthday of President Ulysses S. Grant.
Minted in Philadelphia and designed by accl...
The 1921 Alabama Centennial Half Dollar — History, Design, and Value
In this episode of Coins & Coins & Coins, we explore the rich history and legacy of the 1921 Alabama Centennial Half Dollar, one of the most intriguing classic U.S. commemorative coins. Minted to honor Alabama's 100th anniversary of statehood (1819–1919), this coin wasn't struck until 1921 due to legislative delays. Authorized by Congress and driven...
Boone, Stars, and Silver: The 1921 Missouri Centennial Half Dollar
In this episode of Coins & Coins & Coins, we dive into the wild frontier of U.S. coin history with the 1921 Missouri Centennial Half Dollar—a rare and fascinating collectible struck to celebrate Missouri’s 100th year of statehood. Designed by famed sculptor Robert Aitken, this coin features Daniel Boone, 24 stars, and even a mysterious “2★4” marking.
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1920 Maine Centennial Half Dollar – History, Design & Value
The 1920 Maine Centennial Half Dollar is a classic U.S. commemorative coin issued to mark the 100th anniversary of Maine’s statehood. Struck in 90% silver by the Philadelphia Mint, this half dollar was not released into general circulation but sold at a premium — $1 per coin — as part of a fundraising effort for centennial celebrations.
The coin’s design draws di...
Curious about the story behind America’s very first commemorative coin—and the world’s fair it helped fund? 🎙️
Join us on our latest podcast episode as we explore the fascinating history of the 1892–1893 Columbian Exposition Half Dollar and the monumental event it was created for: the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This coin wasn’t just pocket change—it marked a turning point in U.S. coinage and commemorated the 400th ann...
The Daniel Boone Bicentennial Half Dollar is a distinctive US commemorative coin produced from 1934 to 1938. Its creation was authorized by Congress to mark the 200th anniversary of Daniel Boone's birth and to generate funds for restoring historic sites linked to him in Kentucky.
Designed by Henry Augustus Lukeman, the coin features Daniel Boone on the front. The back displays Boone alongside a Native American (Shawnee Chief Bla...
The 1925 Stone Mountain Memorial Half Dollar is a U.S. coin created to help fund the carving of the Stone Mountain Memorial in Georgia. This monument was intended to honor Confederate leaders like Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson, who are depicted on horseback on the coin. Interestingly, the coin was also meant to commemorate President Warren G. Harding, but this idea was removed from the final design.
The coin was designed by Gu...
The 1943 steel penny was a special U.S. one-cent coin created during World War II. To save copper for military needs like ammunition, the usual bronze penny was temporarily replaced with one made of steel coated in zinc. This made the 1943 penny magnetic and lighter. Although over a billion were made, people didn't like them much, often mistaking them for dimes and finding they rusted easily. The U.S. Mint went back to copper i...
Explore the fascinating world of U.S. Classic Commemorative Coins, minted between 1892 and 1954. This era includes 144 silver issues—primarily half dollars—along with a single quarter and dollar. Highlights include iconic pieces such as the 1892 World’s Columbian Exposition half dollar and the 1954 George Washington Carver/Booker T. Washington half dollar.
These coins commemorate significant events and influential figures in America...
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