MONEY MUSEUM Virtual exhibits

Explore the amazing origins of money on a journey that will take you to distant lands and times long past.

This exhibit explores the period starting with the reign of Charles I and the English Civil Wars to the first years of the restored British monarchy under Charles II, through the coins, medals, people and objects associated with Oliver Cromwell.

This exhibit uses money and medals to illustrate the development of the British Empire from its beginnings under Elizabeth I (1558-1603) to the present day.

Over 100 years ago the European powers entered into a cataclysmic conflict known today as World War I. It was a global conflict that affected the lives of 100s of millions of people and altered the political map of Europe and the world. Explore this conflict through money and medals!

The Harry W. Bass Gallery features one of the most complete U.S. gold coin collections ever assembled, including many one-of-a-kind specimens.

Explore the famous Bebee collection of error notes; including examples of double denominations, improper alignments, inverted backs, overprints and more.

Search the Edward C. Rochette Money Museum’s Online Collections Database to discover fascinating numismatic images and information.

The ANA is fortunate to display two examples of this rare and historic coin, including the finest known example that once belonged to David Rittenhouse, first Director of the Mint.

The story of the 1913 Liberty Head nickel begins with a mystery — no one is sure how or why the five known pieces were produced. See the two examples on display at the Money Museum!

The 1804 silver dollar is among the most coveted of all U.S. rare coins, with only 15 known examples. The ANA is fortunate to have two examples to illustrate the story of this series.

As the founding fathers met in Philadelphia to discuss independence for the colonies, their thoughts turned to the creation of a new coinage, a traditional symbol of national independence

Learn more about the famous 1943 Bronze Cent Error and 1944 Zinc-plated Steel Cent Error.

The Colorado “Pikes Peak” Gold Rush officially began in 1859 after discoveries near Idaho Springs and Central City. Clark, Gruber & Co. were among the first and most successful assayers to produce private coins from Colorado gold - learn their story here...

Learn the history of money made in Colorado from paper currency to the famous Lesher dollar experiment of 1900-01.

In 1961, the ANA Board of Governors voted to create a permanent headquarters and established a building fund in the same year. After an extensive search, Colorado Springs was selected.

The famous Bebee collection of US Paper Money is among the finest ever assembled. Explore the collection through this wonderful online presentation!