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Medieval Coin Names and the Money of the Middle Ages
A plain guide to medieval coin names, from the silver penny and groat to the florin, ducat and noble, and how money worked across the Middle Ages.
Ancient & Historic Coins
Medieval & Historic Coins
7 guides, starting with Medieval Coin Names and the Money of the Middle Ages.
Hammered Coin Identification: A Collector's Guide
Learn how to identify hammered coins step by step, from spotting hand-struck features to reading legends, using free reference tools, and knowing when they ended.
Interesting Coins of the World Worth Knowing About
Explore interesting coins of the world, from the Athenian owl and the Brasher Doubloon to unusual shapes, and learn how rarity differs from value.
Is a Coin an Artifact? Coins as Historical Evidence
Is a coin an artifact? Learn what counts as an artifact, why coins are valuable historical evidence, why find context matters, and how to treat finds.
Names of Old Gold Coins From Around the World
A guide to the names of old gold coins, from the Roman aureus and Byzantine solidus to the florin, ducat, guinea and sovereign, grouped by era and region.
The Florentine Florin: Italy's Famous Gold Coin
The Florentine florin was a gold coin first struck in 1252 that became a model for much of Europe. Learn its design, history, value and how to collect it.
Why People Leave Coins on Graves
Why do people leave coins on graves? Learn what a penny, nickel, dime or quarter is said to mean, where the custom comes from, and how to be respectful.
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