The Saint-Gaudens twenty-dollar gold coin, also known as the Double Eagle, is one of the most iconic and celebrated coins in American numismatic history. Designed by renowned sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, this coin was minted from 1907 to 1933. It is widely regarded as one of the most beauti ... |
During the reign of George III, which lasted from 1760 to 1820, various minting techniques were employed to produce coins for circulation across the British Empire. Here are some of the main minting techniques used during this period:Hammered Coinage: At the beginning of George III’s reign, the ... |
The Holland Gold Knight Ducat coins, also known simply as Dutch Ducats, are historical gold coins that were minted in the Netherlands during the Dutch Republic era and beyond. The term “Ducat” originates from the Italian word “ducato,” which referred to a gold coin used in various European coun ... |