Although it's often referred to as the "Hobby of Kings," coin collecting doesn't discriminate between the rich and the poor ...

“One of the earliest, if not the earliest, coins issued by the U.S., the 1787 Fugio Cent is steeped in history,” Byers said. “Although records are sparse, this copper coin is widely regarded ...

He argues that this is because copper coins are costly and no ... halt in production would increase value, but a local coin collector and antique store owner says it may not be that simple.

The chances of finding a million dollar coin in your pocket is extremely rare, but it’s still worth your while to check attics and antique shops ... estimated that 40 copper-alloy cents were ...