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A Kennedy half dollar may look like an ordinary 50-cent coin, but examples dated 1965 through 1970 contain 40% silver and are worth considerably more than face value. These coins do not appear in ever … read more

In 1990, the $100 bill became the first U.S. banknote to receive two modern anti-counterfeiting upgrades: an embedded security thread and microscopic printing. The features were introduced to combat i … read more

Most Roosevelt dimes look nearly identical, but one quick check of the date can reveal a coin containing real silver. Today’s Check Your Change find is the 1946–1964 Roosevelt silver dime. … read more

During the Civil War, Americans began hoarding metal coins, creating a serious shortage of everyday change. The federal government responded by issuing small paper notes called fractional currency. Th … read more

A penny may not seem valuable, but an older Lincoln cent with two wheat stalks on the back is worth setting aside. Today’s Check Your Change find is the Lincoln Wheat cent, commonly called the & … read more