Kathy Hilton

Among the most iconic coins struck using gold mined from the American West after the discovery of gold at Sutter’s Mill in 1848 is the 1850 Baldwin & Co. $10 gold piece, known to collectors as the “Vaquero” or “Horseman.” This exceptionally rare coin is a stunning piece of American history and one of the Continue reading

In 2006, the United States Mint introduced the American Gold Buffalo, a new addition to its gold bullion coin portfolio. This coin, authorized by the Presidential $1 Coin Act of 2005, was notable for being the first U.S. coin made from .9999 fine gold, setting it apart from other gold coins like the American Gold Continue reading

Buffalo Nickels were struck as Proofs during the series’ first four years (1913-1916) and its final two years (1936-1937). However, aside from the label “Proof,” the coins from 1913-1916 and most of those from 1936-1937 have little in common. The designs and finishes evolved significantly, influenced by changes in the Mint’s production techniques and market Continue reading

The 2012-W American Silver Eagle holds a special place in the numismatic world, following the remarkable success of the 2011 coin releases. This year, the United States Mint offered a variety of American Silver Eagle products, catering to both bullion investors and collectors. Bullion and Collector Options in 2012 For bullion investors, the U.S. Mint Continue reading

The 1959 Lincoln Memorial Cent marked a significant shift in U.S. coinage as the Lincoln Wheat Cent entered its 50th year of production. This milestone also coincided with the sesquicentennial of Abraham Lincoln’s birth, prompting the U.S. Treasury Department to redesign the reverse side of the cent to honor the occasion. A New Design for Continue reading

Introduction to the 2013-S Mount Rushmore Quarter Not all U.S. coins with an “S” mintmark are Proof coins. Some, like the 2013-S Mount Rushmore National Memorial Quarter, were struck as uncirculated business-strike coins by the San Francisco Mint. These quarters, part of the America the Beautiful Quarters program, were released as a limited production run Continue reading

Arizona’s Silver Rush and the Comstock Lode In 1859, silver mining in Arizona was fully operational, with silver shipments traveling both westward and eastward to meet the growing demand. This year also marked the discovery of the Comstock Lode in Nevada, a significant event that spurred a rush of miners to the Utah Territory. The Continue reading

1848 was a pivotal year in American history, marking a significant shift in U.S. gold coinage. That year, James Wilson Marshall’s discovery of gold at Sutter’s Mill ignited the California Gold Rush, sending thousands of migrants westward. This event not only reshaped the nation’s economy but also presented Congress with critical decisions on settling the Continue reading

The 1797 Capped Bust Eagle is one of the most sought-after and historically significant coins in American numismatics. Just five years after the founding of the United States Mint, this $10 gold coin marked a pivotal point in the evolution of U.S. coinage. Notably, the 1797 Capped Bust Eagle was struck with two different reverse Continue reading

Stack’s Bowers Galleries is set to offer a truly extraordinary collection of Gold Dollars in its November 2024 Showcase Auction. This collection, known as the “Chapman Set,” has remained off the market for over a century and is now poised to make a significant impact on the numismatic community. With a pedigree tracing back to Continue reading