by Scarsdale Coin | Dec 11, 2023 | History, Numismatics
Welcome to the fascinating world of rare coins, where history, art, and numismatics converge to create a captivating tapestry of collectibles. In this blog post, we’ll embark on a journey through time and explore the allure of rare coins, examining why these...
by Scarsdale Coin | Oct 12, 2023 | History, Numismatics
In the early 18th century, the Caribbean was a treasure trove of riches, but it also held the promise of peril for the Spanish treasure fleets that braved its unpredictable waters. One such fleet, the 1715 Plate Fleet, faced a catastrophic fate, its ships laden with...
by Scarsdale Coin | Sep 28, 2023 | History, Numismatics
The following Post is from the words of Bob Paul creator of SIGHT WHITE. It’s quite interesting and we hope you enjoy! Jon In the ever-evolving world of coin collecting, enthusiasts embark on journeys that often lead them down intriguing paths. One such journey...
by Scarsdale Coin | Sep 27, 2023 | History, Numismatics
Introduction: In the realm of numismatics, there exist coins so rare and coveted that they captivate the hearts of collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. One such coin, the 1937 3-Leg Buffalo Nickel, stands as a testament to the artistry and historical significance of...
by Scarsdale Coin | Aug 29, 2023 | Coin Appraisals, Announcements
As summer winds down, we begin to seriously get back to work…so new coins are being added…. last 3 added lovely 1911 $2.50 in AU53 one of our favs for budget minded folks as this coin would sit well with MS MS63 coins and yet this one would be less than...
by Scarsdale Coin | Aug 25, 2023 | Coin Shows
The coin market seems robust at the moment… but IMHO a good indicator will be the upcoming Central States Coin show held this week in Chicago… with 600 dealers setting up… this is certainly a top 10 show… We will be busy and hope to see you...
by Scarsdale Coin | Feb 8, 2023 | Numismatics, Resources
So Long Beach coin show is over and granted that many dealers did not make it to the show because of the storms in the midwest. With that said… it’s the same old story, really good quality coins are just not around…. At our last show we were able...
by Scarsdale Coin | Jan 12, 2023 | Coin Shows, Announcements
The New York International Numismatic Convention is the United States’ largest and most prestigious numismatic event targeting the needs of the foreign and ancient numismatic communities. The 51st Annual NYINC will be held at the...
by Scarsdale Coin | Jan 12, 2023 | Coin Shows
Well the Fun show (The Largest Coin Show In USA) is now over and was incredible (not just for us, but all of the 600 dealers that set up) It was non stop action from Set up day on Wed, til we finally closed up on Sat night… some die hards even stayed for Sunday...
by Scarsdale Coin | Dec 21, 2022 | History, Announcements
The 2023 Coin of the Year (COTY) Awards starts off with the Nominating Committee meeting virtually this past Oct. 25 to consider 2021-dated coins from across the world and narrow them down to 100 nominees: 10 coins in 10 different categories of competition. These are...