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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
Digital Currency

In recent years there have been talks of central bank digital currency replacing paper currency, with various governments around the world implementing programs and initiatives designed to get their citizens to go digital, but how likely is digital money to replace physical? Is it inevitable or just hype?

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
Currency Spotlight Series of 1929 50 New York Star Note

Originally, the New York Branch of the Federal Reserve issued approximately 636,000 1929 $50 notes. Although common at first, many of these bills no longer exist, and as a consequence have steadily increased in value over the decades.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
Certified Gold Coins

Certified gold coins are popular both with collectors and investors, and this is because the coins have undergone certification and are guaranteed to be graded and authentic. The two most popular services are NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation) and PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service).

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
2010 50 Ruble Belarus Eagle Owl 1

The 2010 50 Ruble Republic of Belarus Eagle is comprised of 1.4 ounces of gold with a diamond eye type accent. Its surface is flawless with a vibrant golden luster and excellent detail, an outstanding display of Belarusian coinage. About 2000 coins were minted in total.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
Currency

Most people are familiar with U.S. currency, as they use it on a daily basis for a variety of transactions. But where exactly does it come from? And how does it get into circulation? Below is an overview of American currency, but the system used in other nations is largely the same.

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by: Ben Tseytlin - on Coins & Currency
1934 1000 Bill FRN Atlanta

As with most high denomination bills, the value for the 1934 $1000 note is determined by the district of issue, as well as its condition, designation star note, color of the seal and serial number. Out of the 925,464 bills that were originally printed, it is estimated by experts that only 57,222 remain that can be obtained by collectors.

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