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Why Americans Rejected the Susan B. Anthony Dollar in 1979

Why Americans Rejected the Susan B. Anthony Dollar in 1979

Anthony dollar, intended to honor a pivotal figure in American women's rights, faced an overwhelmingly negative reception from the public almost im...
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U.S. Mint Announces 2026 American Innovation Reverse Proof Set with Significant Price and Mintage Increases

U.S. Mint Announces 2026 American Innovation Reverse Proof Set with Significant Price and Mintage Increases

The United States Mint is set to open orders for its 2026 American Innovation Reverse Proof Set on October 13, 2026, at noon Eastern Time. This four-coin set, priced at $60.00, features designs honoring Iowa (Dr. Norman Borlaug), Wisconsin (the Cray-1 supercomputer), California (Steve Jobs), and Minnesota (mobile refrigeration). The mintage limit for this set has been established at 99,792, with a household order limit of two sets. This represents a substantial increase in both price and mintage compared to the 2025 edition, which was priced at $32.25 and limited to 50,028 sets. The price hike reflects a general increase across the Mint's numismatic products in early 2026, with the annual Proof Set also seeing a significant jump from $40.25 to $107.00. Each coin in the set features a standard obverse with the Statue of Liberty and a privy mark incorporating a Liberty Bell with '250' to commemorate the nation's semiquincentennial.
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Why the U.S. Mint Brought Back a Rejected Dollar Coin in 1999

Why the U.S. Mint Brought Back a Rejected Dollar Coin in 1999

Anthony dollar, initially met with widespread public disapproval and eventually relegated to government storage due to a massive surplus, experienc...
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Pennsylvania Once Produced One-Third of the World's Oil

Pennsylvania Once Produced One-Third of the World's Oil

The Pennsylvania oil rush, ignited by Edwin Drake's discovery in 1859, triggered an unprecedented economic boom that reshaped Western Pennsylvania ...
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U.S. Mint's Special Mint Sets from 1965-1967 Highlight Unique Production Period

U.S. Mint's Special Mint Sets from 1965-1967 Highlight Unique Production Period

During the years 1965, 1966, and 1967, the United States Mint did not produce its annual U.S. Mint or Proof Sets. Instead, it issued a trio of 'Special Mint Sets' specifically for coin collectors. This change in production was due to a transition period where the U.S. Mint stopped making Proof Sets at the Philadelphia Mint in 1964 and moved production to the San Francisco Mint. It took three years for the San Francisco Mint to become fully operational for regular Proof Set production. During this interim, the Mint created special finish coins for each denomination—cent, nickel, dime, quarter, and half dollar—and packaged them in unique U.S. Mint packaging. Many collectors consider these sets to be the origin of the 'Satin Finish Sets' due to their distinctive appearance.
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Morgan Spector Stars in HBO's 'The Gilded Age'

Morgan Spector Stars in HBO's 'The Gilded Age'

Morgan Spector Stars in HBO's 'The Gilded Age'
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Angela T. Rye Edits 'Our Declarations of Independence' with Prologue by Ibram X. Kendi

Angela T. Rye Edits 'Our Declarations of Independence' with Prologue by Ibram X. Kendi

Angela T. Rye has edited a new book titled "Our Declarations of Independence," which features a prologue written by Ibram X. Kendi. This anthology brings together various Black thinkers to reflect on, react to, and rewrite the Declaration of Independence. The book aims to address the current societal crisis and envision future freedom, exploring what independence truly means for all Americans, especially given that the original declaration's promise of equality has not historically applied to everyone. The contributors offer intersectional perspectives from diverse backgrounds, including labor organizers, clergy members, queer rights advocates, and descendants of historical figures.
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William Howard Taft, 27th U.S. President, First to be Buried at Arlington National Cemetery

William Howard Taft, 27th U.S. President, First to be Buried at Arlington National Cemetery

William Howard Taft, the 27th U.S. President and later Chief Justice, was the first president to be interred at Arlington National Cemetery. His burial in March 1930 preceded that of John F. Kennedy by 33 years. Taft, who served as president from 1909-1913 and Chief Justice from 1921-1930, resigned from his judicial role on February 3, 1930, due to ill health. He passed away on March 8, 1930, at the age of 72, following a stroke. His death prompted a period of national mourning, with President Herbert Hoover declaring 30 days of mourning and federal workers receiving a half-day off. Taft's body lay in state at the U.S. Capitol, where 10,000 mourners paid their respects, before a funeral service at All Souls Unitarian Church. The decision to bury him at Arlington National Cemetery was made by his family, with Taft qualifying due to his service as Secretary of War and Commander-in-Chief.
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John Henry, Walker County Resident, Registered to Vote in 1867

John Henry, Walker County Resident, Registered to Vote in 1867

John Henry, a resident of Walker County, Texas, registered to vote on August 20, 1867. Records indicate that Henry was born in Alabama and had resided in Texas for four years, with all four of those years spent in Walker County. The registrar noted 'Colored' beside his name during the registration process. This registration occurred during a significant period in Texas history, as Walker County registered a total of 1,373 freedmen in 1867, which constituted 68% of its total voters at that time. This event highlights the post-Civil War era's efforts to integrate newly enfranchised citizens into the political process in the Southern states.
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U.S. Mint's 1975 Proof and Mint Sets Dubbed 'The Lost Year' Due to Bicentennial Coin Inclusion

U.S. Mint's 1975 Proof and Mint Sets Dubbed 'The Lost Year' Due to Bicentennial Coin Inclusion

The 1975 Proof and Mint Sets from the U.S. Mint are uniquely referred to as 'The Lost Year' because they are the only sets in their series to feature two different dates within each set. This unusual situation arose because no Eisenhower Dollars, Kennedy Half Dollars, or Washington Quarters were dated 1975. Instead, the coins included in these sets were the 1776-1976 Bicentennial issues. The creation of these special dual-sided Bicentennial coins took precedence over the regular 1975 mintage year, necessitating their early inclusion in the annual Proof and Mint Sets. Each set includes a San Francisco-struck 1975 Proof Set with a Lincoln Cent, Jefferson Nickel, Roosevelt Dime, and 1976-dated Washington Quarter, Kennedy Half Dollar, and Eisenhower Dollar, alongside a matching U.S. Mint Set containing the same coins in regular strikes from the Philadelphia and Denver Mints. Each duo contains 18 coins in their original government packaging.
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William Kerin Constable's Role in Early American Land Speculation and Global Trade Explored

William Kerin Constable's Role in Early American Land Speculation and Global Trade Explored

A historical analysis delves into the life and business ventures of William Kerin Constable, a prominent New York merchant during the American Age of Revolution, focusing on his involvement in land speculation and global trade. Constable, who served as an aide-de-camp to Lafayette during the Revolutionary War, became one of New York's wealthiest merchants. He was a director of the Bank of New York and engaged in extensive land speculation, notably acquiring a significant portion of 'Macomb’s Purchase' in Upstate New York, totaling nearly two million acres. He also moved to London to sell shares of this purchase to European investors, including French royalists seeking sanctuary. Constable's business dealings, often in partnership with figures like Robert and Gouverneur Morris, spanned from local land investments and financial services to global trade with the West Indies, Europe, and Asia, including commissioning the second voyage of the 'Empress of China.'
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National Trust for Historic Preservation Seeks Chief of Staff to Advance Mission

National Trust for Historic Preservation Seeks Chief of Staff to Advance Mission

The National Trust for Historic Preservation is actively seeking a Chief of Staff for the Office of the President. This new hire will play a crucial role in guiding the organization's strategy, enhancing collaboration across teams, and furthering its mission to preserve significant historical sites that narrate America's story. The organization is looking for an experienced and thoughtful leader capable of translating vision into concrete actions and influencing the future direction of the preservation movement. This opportunity is presented as a significant moment for the National Trust, emphasizing the importance of preserving places that reflect the full American narrative. The Chief of Staff will join the leadership team, contributing to strategic initiatives and operational effectiveness.