Autographed memorabilia can be hard to come by, but when a fan can locate one of these prized possessions, they may find a hefty price tag associated with it. Here is a list of 5 of the most valuable autographed items in sports history. 5. Joe DiMaggio & Marilyn Monroe Baseball $191,200 He… Read more »
Monthly Archives: August 2016
PAPER CURRENCY HAS UNDERGONE SOME AMAZING TRANSFORMATIONS AND PROCESSES TO BECOME WHAT IT IS TODAY
Paper currency is one that many of us take for granted in today’s modern world. With electronic transfers, bitcoins, and the like becoming an everyday occurrence for the general populace conducting transactions, it’s easy to forget how paper currency got its start and thus played such a significant role in United States history. The United… Read more »
THE U.S. MINT HAS RELEASED A NUMBER OF COVETED COINS WITH THE HELP OF ENGRAVERS AND DESIGNERS WHICH PROVED TO BE KEY PLAYERS THROUGHOUT HISTORY.
The U.S. Mint, founded in 1792, has been producing and regulating United States currency since its creation and through the centuries, has employed some remarkable designers and engravers. These engravers, or artists, have made a name for themselves in the numismatic world by sculpting unique, one of a kind works of art to… Read more »
THE BUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING HAS RELEASED 2016 HAPPY BIRTHDAY NOTES
Searching for a unique, fresh idea for a birthday present? The Bureau of Engraving and Printing might have what you have been looking for every currency enthusiast in your life. This year, the BEP has released the 2016 Happy Birthday note. A $1 bill from the 2013 series which features a serial number beginning with… Read more »
AS RIO PREPARES FOR THE OLYMPICS, THE ATHLETES PREPARE FOR THE MEDALS
Embracing their dedication to sustainability, The Brazilian Mint has constructed the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics medals with recycled materials. The gold, silver, and bronze medals will each contain 30% melted down and recycled metals from the area. For the coveted gold medal, the strictest of guidelines were followed for their creation. The recycled… Read more »