"I never thought much about coin collecting until last summer, when I was helping clean out my grandfather’s old fishing cabin in northern Minnesota. Inside an old coffee tin, mixed with nails and buttons, I found a worn but beautiful 1937-D Three-Legged Buffalo Nickel—a rare mint error I had only heard about in passing. After a little research (and a lot of excitement), I realized I’d stumbled onto something special. It wasn’t just a nickel anymore—it was a piece of history, and now part of my collection. I’ll never forget the feeling of holding it for the first time."

🪙 A Dime from the Front Lines
"This 1944 Mercury Dime belonged to my great uncle who served in WWII. He kept it in his pocket during the Battle of the Bulge and mailed it home with a letter. It's scratched and worn—but I wouldn’t trade it for a flawless proof. It reminds me of his courage and sacrifice every time I see it."
-Marcus T., South Carolina
📸 Pictured: Marcus’s 1944 Mercury Dime carried by his great uncle during WWII
🪙 Found in the Floorboard
"I was cleaning out my car and found a 1958 penny in a protective holder. I have no idea where it came from, but it’s been there a while!"
— Submitted by Geoffrey C.
📸 Pictured: Geoffrey’s 1958 Lincoln cent found while cleaning out his car- Still in a protective holder—an unexpected rediscovery after years tucked away.
🪙 Uncle Jack’s Coins from Vietnam
"My mom gave me a few personal items that had belonged to my Uncle Jack, a U.S. Marine who died in Vietnam. I didn’t go through them until last month—on the anniversary of her passing.
Inside were some of his medals, two Zippo lighters, Marine Corps uniform buttons, his wallet, photographs… and a small collection of coins and currency.
Among the items was this red seal 1963 $5 United States Note, along with steel pennies from 1943, a 1966 dime, a 1896-S $20 gold coin, and several silver certificates and $2 bills ranging from 1928 to 1957.
I don’t know much about collecting, but I’d love to learn more about what these pieces are worth—and what they meant to him."
— Submitted by Christopher C., Nevada
📸 Pictured: Christopher’s 1963 $5 red seal United States Note
🪙 Suspected 1943-D Copper Cent
"I’ve had this coin for many years and believe it may be a 1943-D copper cent. A coin identification app labeled it as such. The condition is poor, and it only weighs 2.9 grams. It’s not magnetic, and the surface appears to be slowly eroding.
I’d like to have it authenticated and conserved, as I know how rare a genuine 1943-D copper cent can be."
— Submitted by Gloria M., Florida
📸 Pictured: Gloria’s suspected 1943-D copper Lincoln cent- Weighs 2.9g and is non-magnetic. She’s seeking authentication of what may be one of numismatics’ rarest errors.
🪙 The Lucky Quarter at Gettysburg
"During a family road trip to Gettysburg, my 10-year-old son bought a $1 grab bag from a tiny roadside antique shop. Inside was a well-worn 1932-D Washington Quarter—later we learned it was one of the key dates! That coin sparked his passion, and now we collect together. It’s become our favorite way to spend weekends."
-Carla M., Pennsylvania
📸 Pictured: Carla and her son with their 1932‑D Washington Quarter discovered on a family road trip
🪙 The Mystery Dot: A Canadian Penny Discovery- SEEKING INFO
"I acquired a 1936 Canadian penny from an estate auction in August 2025. It had been in a collection for over 70 years. When I examined it under a microscope, I noticed a small raised dot clearly visible beneath the date.
I had an XRF test done, which confirmed the dot and the coin body share the same composition. At 400x SEM magnification, the dot revealed minute raised lines—including a distinctive 'Z'-shaped mark—and parallel lines near one end. It also appears to have a possible partial grease strike-through error near the rim, showing fine, criss-crossing 'X' shapes and box-like formations.
Further testing showed the dot is about 188 microns in diameter and 25 microns in height. A CT scan confirmed the dot is integral to the coin—not added later. The weight and dimensions are within normal parameters (8.7g). Every expert I’ve shown it to is stumped. But my research found at least one known specimen showing these same microscopic features.
My goal is to determine whether this is a partial grease-filled die error, and whether the micro-lines were left by a hand-punch or die polish. Expert opinions welcome—thank you for your time."
— Submitted by William M.
📸 Pictured: William’s 1936 Canadian cent with dot beneath the date-A possible rare variety, supported by microscopy, XRF testing, and a CT scan showing the dot is integral to the coin.
🪙 Grandpa’s Secret Stash
"After my grandfather passed, we were sorting through his old books when we discovered a hollowed-out dictionary. Inside? A full roll of BU 1964 Kennedy Half Dollars, each one gleaming like it had never seen the light of day. He never mentioned collecting—turns out he quietly loved it. Now I do too."
-Dana K., Texas
📸 Pictured: Dana holding one of the Brilliant Uncirculated 1964 Kennedy Half Dollars found hidden in her grandfather’s hollowed-out dictionary
🪙 A Penny Worth Remembering
"At a local estate sale, I picked up a small tin labeled 'old change' for $5—just because I thought it looked cool. When I got home and started sorting through it, I noticed a 1909 Lincoln Cent with the initials ‘V.D.B.’ clear as day. I didn’t think much of it until I looked up the mintmark… sure enough, it was an S. I had to triple-check before I believed it.
Even in worn condition, it turned out to be a 1909-S VDB—and the most valuable coin I’d ever owned. It's now the crown jewel of my Lincoln set."
-Riley S., Oregon
📸 Pictured: Riley’s 1909‑S V.D.B. Lincoln Cent discovered in a $5 tin from an estate sale
🪙 Flea Market Find
"I found it in a bag of pennies I picked up at the flea market."
— Submitted by Dustin R.
📸 Pictured: Dustin’s wheat penny pulled from a flea market bag
Housed in a plastic capsule, the coin appears to be a 1915 Lincoln cent—one of those fun, mystery finds every collector hopes for.
