1915 Panama-Pacific Set
Specialist Norman Scrivener profiles a rare 1915 Panama-Pacific complete set of five coins to be auctioned on April 30.
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Numismatics & Philatelics
Norman Scrivener shares his expertise on the fascinating King of Hobbies and the Hobby of Kings and Queens
The U. S. 1793 Chain Cent
The October 22 auction offers a rare example of the United States 1793 Chain Cent -- an unpopular and short-lived First.
“I have not yet begun to fight.”
Norman Scrivener discusses the history of the famed naval commander John Paul Jones, his commemorative stamp issued in September 1979, and the perforation error that was created.
Creepy Coinage
Just in time for Halloween, Norman Scrivener examines two ancient coins that were used for trade, as well as for darker purposes.
Encased Postage: Stamp or Coin, or Both?
Norman Scrivener examines the curious new "coinage" that emerged from scarcities during the American Civil War.
Indian Peace Medals: Relics of Our Nation’s Westward Expansion
Minted for over a century, Indian Peace Medals were used by the federal government to forge peaceful alliances with Native American Chiefs during our nation’s expansion. Specialist Norman Scrivener profiles these rare and elusive artifacts.