2026 National Coin Week: April 19-25
Celebrate National Coin Week with educational and promotional resources from the ANA, including activities for members and Young Numismatists, the annual Club Trivia Challenge, daily online trivia questions, featured articles from The Numismatist, and objects from the ANA collection. Some resources are already live, with more being added in the weeks ahead. Please check back often for updates.
2026 National Coin Week is proudly sponsored by Osborne Mint.
Articles and ANA Reading List
More Money Reflections
From wartime changes to modern commemoratives, U.S. money mirrors American life. A look at how currency captures history, innovation, and national identity.
American Revolution Bicentennial Medals
Learn how American Revolution Bicentennial medals were created and sold, funding national celebrations and leaving behind a fascinating collectible legacy from 1972–1976.
A New Low
With the penny on the way out, the Jefferson nickel is poised to become America’s lowest-denomination coin. Learn why this series is great for collectors on a budget.
A Versatile Denomination
The quarter is one of America’s most versatile coins, with a long history in commerce and commemoratives. Learn why it’s a favorite denomination to collect.
Cheap Thrills
Collecting paper money doesn’t have to be expensive. Here are a few affordable U.S. bank notes that are easy to find and fun to collect.
The All-Dwighty Dollar
The Eisenhower dollar is more collectible than you think. Learn about key varieties, silver issues, and why the “Ike” remains a favorite.
A Novel Coin
A look at the origins, design, and legacy of the Library of Congress Bicentennial coins—highlighted by the rare and innovative 2000-W $10 bimetallic issue.
2022 Milestones
Three notable coin anniversaries in 2022: the 1822 $5 half eagle, the 1922 “No D” cent, and the 1972 Doubled Die Obverse cent.
Silver Lining
Half dollars can be a silver-lined treasure hunt. Here’s how to search for valuable and collectible halves in everyday coins.
A Fortuitous Finger
Some Lincoln Bicentennial cents show doubling that resembles an extra “sixth finger” on Lincoln’s hand. Learn what causes it and what collectors look for.
The Winona Dollar of 1976
The 1976 Winona dollar is a modern throwback to America’s long tradition of privately issued coinage. Learn why it was made and how it entered circulation.
Worthy Candidates
Meet two worthy candidates for the American Women Quarters Program: Nellie Tayloe Ross, the first female U.S. Mint director, and acclaimed coin designer Laura Gardin Fraser.
Webinars & Virtual Exhibits
The Renaissance of U.S. Coinage
Step into the Renaissance of U.S. coinage and see how iconic designs like the Saint-Gaudens $20 and Buffalo nickel created a modern, optimistic era in American coins.
Modern U.S. Coinage
Explore Modern U.S. coinage and how America’s circulating coins evolved through new designs, commemorative programs, and changing materials that renewed collector interest.
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The History of National Coin Week
The history of National Coin Week began in 1923, when American Numismatic Association Governor Julius Guttag suggested to the association’s President, Moritz Wormser, that a week-long event should be established “to attract the general public to our hobby and consequently increase our membership, and aid in our science.” That December, the first announcement of a “Coin Week” was made in The Numismatist and scheduled for the week of February 9-16, 1924.
The first National Coin Week was a success, and discussion ensued in 1924 about establishing an annual event. The following year, the name was changed to “Old Coin Week,” and the event was planned for February 15-21. In 1925 Wormser said, “Let us all work together for the accomplishments of the principles for which the American Numismatic Association was founded: To disperse numismatic knowledge . . . to demonstrate that numismatics is an educational and entertaining pursuit . . . and to imbue other collectors with your own enthusiasm and love for the subject.”Coin Week enjoyed successful observances in 1926 and 1927 under President H.H. Yawger.
But, from 1928 to 1938, the association did not actively promote the
event, and it existed in name only. In 1939 member Lee Hewitt of Chicago proposed that the American Numismatic Association reinstate Coin Week
as “National Coin Week.” President J. Henri Ripstra confirmed a new March date and announced that prizes would be given to clubs and individuals
who accomplished the most during the week. In 1942 the observance was
moved to the third full week of April, where it has remained ever since.
Coin Week enjoyed successful observances in 1926 and 1927 under President H.H. Yawger. But, from 1928 to 1938, the association did not actively promote the event, and it existed in name only. In 1939 member
Lee Hewitt of Chicago proposed that the American Numismatic Association reinstate Coin Week as “National Coin Week.” President J. Henri Ripstra confirmed a new March date and announced that prizes would be given to clubs and individuals who accomplished the most during the week. In 1942 the observance was moved to the third full week of April, where it has remained ever since.
Thanks to our 2026 National Coin Week Sponsor
The American Numismatic Association is proud to recognize Osborne Mint as the official sponsor of 2026 National Coin Week. Their support helps make this annual celebration of America’s numismatic heritage possible during a landmark year commemorating 250 years of indep
