A gigantic gold coin made for Spain’s King Philip III in 1609 has become Europe’s most valuable coin after selling for more than £2.6 million at an auction in Switzerland.

The $1 coin is rarely used, but it can have exceptional collectible value. These are several of the most valuable $1 coins of ...

That cluttered catch-all drawer in your kitchen might be hiding far more than old batteries and rubber bands. Rare nickels ...

Most of us handle change without a second thought. They’re more nuisance than necessity, but every so often, an ordinary-looking coin turns out to be worth a staggering sum. A number of rare U.S.

You've probably seen the oldest Lincoln pennies, the ones sometimes called wheaties, with the two sheafs of wheat on the back. Although they have a face value of only one cent, the most valuable wheat ...

Cash usage is declining, with many Americans viewing coins as more of a nuisance than currency. Although rare valuable pennies exist, most are worth only slightly more than their face value. Consumers ...

“You can go to your own bank or credit union and not pay any fee,” said Kimberly Palmer, personal finance expert at ...

Are you ready for a treasure hunt? You could have hundreds of dollars hidden away in a jar, junk drawer or between the cushions of your couch. It's even possible there's a small fortune sitting on the ...

This sixth-century pectoral comprises 14 Byzantine gold coins and a gold disc gathered over two centuries.

Because the first British settlement in Australia was a penal colony, there wasn’t much need for coins or currency. As The Perth Mint noted in a blog, authorities envisioned a “self-sufficient ...

Americans are holding an estimated $60-$90 in coins per household. While some rare pennies are valuable, most are worth only a few cents. Consumers can exchange coins for cash at banks, credit unions, ...