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numismatic Knowledge Quizzes

Put your numismatic knowledge to the test with these fun and challenging quizzes including: 

  • Pattern Coins
  • American Patriots
  • A Look at Lincoln
  • Set Sail with Columbus, and more!
Ribbons & Bows
Ribbons & Bows

Ever notice U.S. coins often have design elements such as ribbons, banners, and bows on them? Test your knowledge of U.S. coinage with this holiday quiz.

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Of the Jefferson nickel, Washington quarter and Franklin half dollar, which one does NOT show a Founding Father with his hair tied back in a ribbon?
  • Jefferson nickel
  • Washington quarter
  • Franklin half dollar
  • none of the above
One of the first areas of the Lincoln cent to show signs of circulation wear is an article of clothing worn around his neck. What is this neckwear called?
  • Neck tie
  • Bow tie
  • Bolo tie
  • Cravat
On the 2002 Tennessee state quarter, what inscription is found on a banner?
  • Wisdom, Justice, Moderation
  • Virtue, Liberty, Independence
  • Foundation in Education
  • Musical Heritage
The first U.S. half dimes portrayed Liberty with her hair flowing freely. What do we call the design that replaced it, which shows Liberty's hair pulled back with a ribbon?
  • Walking Liberty
  • Draped Bust
  • My Fair Lady
  • Enlightening the World
The term "Full Split Bands" refers to the ribbons around the fasces on what coin's reverse?
  • Braided Hair Cent
  • Liberty Nickel
  • Mercury Dime
  • Shield Nickel
The initial "M" appears in the left hand loop of ribbon on the reverse of the dollar issued from 1878 to 1921. What does the initial stand for?
  • Morgan
  • Mercury
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
The 2006 Nevada state quarter shows the state nickname on a banner. What is it?
  • The Treasure State
  • The Land of Enchantment
  • The Old Dominion State
  • The Silver State
What is the motto that first appeared on a United States coin in 1864-inscribed on a banner on the new 2 cent piece?
  • Gateway to Freedom
  • In God We Trust
  • The Great Land
  • E Pluribus Unum
A well-struck coin of this series exhibits detail on the Indian's hair above the tie in the braid. What is the series?
  • Indian/Buffalo nickel
  • Flowing Hair Wreath Cent
  • Sacajawea "Golden" Dollar
  • Indian Princess gold dollar
Which of these coins shows Liberty with some of her hair fastened with a ribbon: the nickel 3 cents or the silver 3 cents?
  • Nickel 3 cents
  • Silver 3 cents
What is written on the banner that divides the 2008 Arizona state quarter into two sections?
  • Grand Canyon State
  • Spirit of Courage
  • Big Sky Country
  • Freedom and Unity
Which Chief Engraver’s initial “L” appears on the Indian Head cent obverse redesigned in 1864?
  • Robert J. Lagomarsino
  • James B. Longacre
  • Newsy Lalonde
  • Rick Leach
The 1999 Georgia state quarter features a hanging banner inscribed with the state motto. What three words make up the motto?
  • Gateway to Freedom
  • The Great Land
  • Virtue, Liberty, Independence
  • Wisdom, Justice, Moderation
What is inscribed on the banner draped across the shield on the Seated Liberty half dollar obverse?
  • Peace
  • Freedom
  • Liberty
  • Independence
American Patriots
American Patriots

Match the names listed with the description of their historic roles and their numismatic connections.

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His portrait appears on the current nickel, a 2007 Presidential dollar coin and the $2 bill. He drafted the Declaration of Independence and was a proponent of the first U.S. Mint.
  • Alexander Hamilton
  • John Adams
  • George Washington
  • Thomas Jefferson
Pictured on a half dollar issued from 1948 to 1963 and the $100 bill, he signed the Declaration of Independence. He invented a method of using nature prints to deter counterfeiting of paper money.
  • George Washington
  • Benjamin Franklin
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • Alexander Hamilton
He crossed the Delaware with General Washington during the Revolutionary War, a scene depicted on the reverse of the 1999 New Jersey state quarter. He is pictured on a 2008 Presidential dollar.
  • James Madison
  • James Monroe
  • Caesar Rodney
  • John Adams
His portrait is found on the face of the $10 bill. The first U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, he proposed a system of coinage for the new country.
  • Alexander Hamilton
  • James Monroe
  • James Madison
  • Benjamin Franklin
Despite his failing health, this patriot rode 80 miles on horseback to vote in favor of Delaware signing the Declaration of Independence. He is pictured on the reverse of the 1999 quarter that honors his state.
  • Paul Revere
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • Crispus Attucks
  • Caesar Rodney
He did not want his portrait placed on coinage, but, since 1932, it has appeared on the quarter. It also is found in the $1 bill, as well as the first Presidential dollar issue.
  • Benjamin Franklin
  • George Washington
  • James Madison
  • John Adams
Born in Massachusetts Bay Colony, he is pictured on a 2007 Presidential dollar. He was a delegate to the First and Second Continental Congresses.
  • John Adams
  • Benjamin Franklin
  • James Madison
  • Alexander Hamilton
Depicted on the reverse of the Bicentennial quarter, he symbolizes the many young American men who accompanied the Revolutionary army soldiers.
  • Caesar Rodney
  • Crispus Attucks
  • Drummer Boy
  • Minuteman
His portrait is shown on silver and gold 1993 coins commemorating the U.S. Bill of Rights, which he authored. He is also honored on a Presidential dollar issued in 2007.
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • Benjamin Franklin
  • James Monroe
  • James Madison
One of thousands of African American patriots who fought in the Revolutionary War, he was killed by the British in the 1770 Boston Massacre. His portrait is featured on the 1998 Black Revolutionary War Patriots commemorative dollar.
  • Crispus Attucks
  • Paul Revere
  • Alexander Hamilton
  • Minuteman
This silversmith is known for his "midnight ride" to warn of the arrival of British troops. His company supplied rolls of copper for some of the nation's early coinage.
  • James Monroe
  • Paul Revere
  • Caesar Rodney
  • Thomas Jefferson
Ready to fight the British at a moment's notice, one of these armed Revolutionary War patriots is represented on the 2000 Massachusetts state quarter reverse.
  • Minuteman
  • Drummer Boy
  • Paul Revere
  • Benjamin Franklin
The Wonderful World of Money!
The Wonderful World of Money!

A general-interest quiz designed to test just how much you know about international numismatics.

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Queen Juliana's face appears on the money of which country?
  • Denmark
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • East Caribbean States
In what year did New Zealand issue its first coins?
  • 1933
  • 1935
  • 1937
  • 1967
What is the current monetary unit of Israel called?
  • Drachma
  • Lira
  • Shekel/New Shequel
  • Pruta
Which country was the first to produce coins made of platinum?
  • USA
  • Finland
  • Sweden
  • Russia
What country made tokens (aka “game counters”) with “To Hannover” on them?
  • Great Britain
  • Germany
  • Belgium
  • Ireland
What country issued a $20 gold proof coin in 1967, to commemorate their centennial?
  • Israel
  • Mexico
  • Switzerland
  • Canada
Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda’s face appears on coins of which country?
  • Kenya
  • Malawi
  • Zaire
  • Ghana
High purity gold coins issued by the Republic of Venice for hundreds of years are better known by what (singular) name?
  • Escudo
  • Zecchino
  • Ducat
  • All of the above
What year did the Kingdom of Iraq issue its first coins?
  • 1921
  • 1922
  • 1931
  • 1953
What woman appears on more coins than any other woman in history?
  • Queen Elizabeth II
  • Queen Anne
  • Queen Victoria
  • Susan B. Anthony
Lek, Qindarka, and Franga Ari are all coin denominations from which country?
  • Greece
  • Albania
  • Bulgaria
  • Macedonia
Coinage from Saarland is made by which country?
  • Great Britain
  • Germany
  • Saarland
  • France
Francs from which African nation only bear the date 1961?
  • Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
  • Ethiopia
  • Katanga
  • Zambia
What 14-island African republic, and former Portuguese colony, has been making its own coins since 1976?
  • Canary Islands
  • Cayman Islands
  • Cape/Cabo Verde
  • Azores
“Lepta” and “Drachma” were coinage units of what country before they switched to the Euro?
  • Greece
  • Albania
  • Bulgaria
  • Macedonia
The quetzal is brightly-colored bird commonly found on the coinage of which nation?
  • Costa Rica
  • Honduras
  • Panama
  • None of the above
The older, ‘soles’ coins from what country often show their own version of a “Seated Liberty?”
  • Peru
  • Honduras
  • Guatemala
  • Chile
What word in English equates to a “Prova” or “Essai” world coin?
  • Underweight
  • Off-metal
  • Pattern
  • Uncirculate
More of the Wonderful World of Money
What is the Italian word for “token,” as shown on their numerous phone tokens?
  • Gettone
  • Fugazi
  • Prova
  • Scudo
“Vampire Notes” were issued in the 1920’s by which country?
  • Romania
  • Transylvania
  • Germany
  • Austria
Which modern Balkan country uses the Perpara as a coinage denomination?
  • Macedonia
  • Greece
  • Romania
  • Montenegro
True or False: An eagle perched upon a cactus is commonly found on the reverse of many Mexican coins.
  • True
  • False
The “Pug Nose” variety ¼ Anna was issued by which Indian Princely State?
  • Kutch
  • Hyderabad
  • Travancore
  • Gwalior
The triskeles is a design element shown on coins from which British dependency?
  • Isle of Man
  • Falkland Islands
  • Gibraltar
  • Jersey
In 1971, what country issued coins featuring artwork by Salvador Dali?
  • Spain
  • Costa Rica
  • El Salvador
  • Marshall Islands
Canadian dollar coins dated 1958 are often referred to by what nickname, due to the raven found at the top of the totem pole on the reverse?
  • Loonies
  • Death Dollars
  • Toonies
  • Ravens
Which island nation has issued coins depicting King Cakobau?
  • Yap
  • Palau
  • Fiji
  • Iceland
Three medieval towers, the Guiata, the Cesta, and the Montale are often seen on coins from which European microstate, considered by some to be the oldest, constitutional republic in the world?
  • San Marino
  • Vatican City
  • Tannu Tova
  • None of the above
Saudi Arabian coins often show crossed swords and what type of tree?
  • Fig
  • Pine
  • Pomegranate
  • Palm
What is unusual about the Mexican 10, 20, and 50 New Peso coins from 1992-1995?
  • They were only issued in sets
  • They were made in Canada
  • Contain a small amount of real gold
  • Bi-metallic, with sterling silver center
F.A.O. coins have been issued by several countries, but what do these initials represent?
  • Food & Agricultural Organization
  • Feed Aggression Organization
  • Find Another Organization
  • Frankenmuth Apple Orchard
What is the purpose of F.A.O. coinage?
  • Plant crops
  • Raise money
  • Help the global needy
  • All of the above
During WWII, many countries utilized which coinage metal as an emergency response to conserving other metals for the war effort?
  • Silver
  • Manganese
  • Zinc
  • Brass
The highly coveted 1935 “Waitangi” Crown was issued by which country?
  • Australia
  • New Zealand
  • South Africa
  • Philippines
Tennis star Steffi Graf appears on a few $100 coins from where?
  • Germany
  • Poland
  • Niue
  • Solomon Islands
The proper term for an English ¼ penny is ________________.
  • Quarter Cent
  • Half Rupee
  • Quarter Anna
  • Farthing
What was a Celator
  • Ancient die-cutter
  • Ancient Ruler
  • Any ancient coin
  • None of the above
Who was Mathew Bolton’s partner at the Soho Mint (he invented the modern steam engine)?
  • Isaac Newton
  • James Watt
  • Eli Whitney
  • John Hadley
What is the difference between a working die and a hub?
  • A working die is used to strike coins a hub is used to make dies
  • A hub is used to strike coins a working die is used to make hubs
  • Both A & B
  • None of the above
Women in Numismatics
What woman appears on the reverse of a US quarter dollar from 2003?
  • Queen Isabella
  • Abigail Adams
  • Martha Washington
  • Hellen Keller
Name the Philadelphia schoolteacher who was the model for George Morgan’s standard silver dollar
  • Glenna Goodacre
  • Anna Williams
  • Sacagawea
  • Teresa de Francisci
Ellinor Dare and her daughter Virginia, appear on which US Commemorative Half Dollar?
  • 1937 Roanoke Island, North Carolina, 350th Anniversary
  • 1938 New Rochelle, New York, 250th Anniversary
  • 1936 Delaware Tercentenary
  • 1936 Lynchburg, Virginia, Sesquicentennial
A ritual mask of a woman is shown on a 1994 Egyptian 5 Pound coin. Who was this woman, considered one of the greatest New Kingdom pharaohs in Egyptian history?
  • Tutankhamun
  • Hatshepsut
  • Cleopatra VII
  • None of the above
What famous Austrian ballerina appears on the reverse of a 1984, 500 schilling coin?
  • Anna Pavlova
  • Maya Plisetskaya
  • Fanny Elssler
  • Ulyana Lopatkina
Which Indian Statesperson is shown on some 1985 Indian coinage, following her death?
  • Indira Gandhi
  • Agathokleia
  • Sada Kaur
  • Pratibha Patil
In 1981, Great Britain issued 25 New Pence coins featuring the newest, royal couple at that time – Prince Charles of Wales and ______________.
  • Anne
  • Diana
  • Camilla
  • Victoria
A US commemorative coin design submitted by Laura Gardin Fraser was denied for use in the 1930’s but was later resurrected for which coin, over 65 years later?
  • 1982 George Washington 250th Anniversary of Birth
  • 1986 Statue of Liberty Centennial
  • 1987 US Constitution Bicentennial
  • 1999 George Washington Death Bicentennial
This wife of Egyptian pharaoh Akhenaton appears on a colorized $5 coin from the Cook Islands, dated 2013. (Her popularity increased greatly when a bust of her was found a little over 100 years ago.)
  • Nefertari
  • Hatshepsut
  • Nefertiti
  • None of the above
500 & 1000 Sylis coins from Guinea, dated 1977 depict which formerly exiled South African singer and civil rights activist?
  • Miriam Makeba
  • Brenda Fassie
  • Cesaria Evora
  • Chaka Khan
Of the few women disguised as men who fought in the Haitian Revolution (1791-1804), who is the only one featured on a 100 Gourdes coin from that country, from 1967-1970?
  • Marie Jeanne
  • Anne Bonney
  • Mary Read
  • Jacquotte Delahaye
Who won the competition for her design of the US National Baseball Hall of Fame coins in 2014; one of 16 finalists, who also beat the other 177 total design submissions?
  • Glenna Goodacre
  • Donna Pope
  • Cassie McFarland
  • Donna Weaver
Who was the fourth prime minister of Israel? She is shown on 10 New Sheqalim, coins dated 1995?
  • Shoshana Arbeli-Almozlino
  • Limor Livnat
  • Shulamit Aloni
  • Golda Meir
Which former First Spouse (and lover of oyster-flavored ice cream) is shown on a 1999 US commemorative coin?
  • Jacqueline Kennedy
  • Dolley Madison
  • Eleanor Roosevelt
  • Abigail Adams
Which grand duchess appears on some Luxembourgish coinage from the 20th Century?
  • Charlotte
  • Stephanie
  • Maria
  • Teresa
Who is the 17th Century Mexican nun and writer from the Spanish Golden Age, who appears on Mexican 1000 peso coins dated 1988-1992?
  • Sister Blandina Segale
  • Sister Conseulo Morales
  • Sor Juana de Asbaje
  • Mother Antonia
A 1988, $5 coin from Niue features three of the greatest, female tennis players from around that time – and arguably, of all time. Who are they?
  • Steffi Graf
  • Chris Evert
  • Martina Navratilova
  • All of the above
In 2012, France issued 27 different 10 Euro coins, to celebrate the regions of the country. Which famous French heroine appeared on the coin of Lorraine?
  • Virginia D'Albert-Lake
  • Joan of Arc
  • Eleanor of Aquitaine
  • None of the above
A brass 5 Crowns coin from 1997 depicts Mother Teresa. What island nation issued this piece?
  • Philippines
  • Falkland Islands
  • Turks & Caicos Islands
  • St. Kitts & Nevis
In 2000, Ukraine issued a 2 Hryvni coin with which woman, also known as the “People’s Artist of Ukraine” because of her nature motifs?
  • Kateryna Bilokur
  • Maria Prymachenko
  • Oksana Mas
  • None of the above
Which tall, queen regnant appears on some Tongalese coinage from 1967?
  • Finau Kaunanga
  • Sālote
  • Edith Marie Pomarevahine
  • 'Ilima Lei Tohi
In 2015, there was some discussion about a woman to replace the portrait of President Andrew Jackson on US $20 notes. Which woman, famous for the Underground Railroad during the American Civil War, won the most votes?
  • Rosa Parks
  • Susan B. Anthony
  • Eleanor Roosevelt
  • Harriet Tubman
A Look at Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln was born in:
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Kentucky
  • Wisconsin
His first home was a cabin made of:
  • Logs
  • Straw
  • Recycled material
  • Bricks
He chopped wood with an:
  • Hammer
  • Axe
  • Knife
  • Saw
During World War II, some Lincoln cents were made of:
  • Wood
  • Steel
  • Silver
  • Gold
As a young man, Lincoln was a ______ pilot.
  • Steamboat
  • Airplane
  • Train
  • Wagon
His wife’s first name was:
  • Carol
  • Nancy
  • Mary
  • Rose
The Emancipation Proclamation declared _______free.
  • horses
  • slaves
  • water
  • food
He was shot five ____ after the Civil War ended and died the next day.
  • times
  • years
  • days
  • months
In 2009 there were _____new cent reverse designs.
  • four
  • five
  • two
  • three
In 1860 Abe was nominated for:
  • the Nobel Peace prize
  • President
  • Governor
  • The Pulitzer prize
When he was 7, Abe and his family moved to:
  • Illinois
  • Kentucky
  • Indiana
  • Kansas
His first child was a son, named:
  • Robert
  • William
  • Jonathan
  • Arthur
When he lived in New Salem, Illinois, he borrowed books to study:
  • public speaking
  • religion
  • architecture
  • law
Lincoln appears on a 2003 state ____coin.
  • quarter
  • National Park
  • penny
  • collectors
From the time he was 2 ½ until he was 8, Abe and his family lived on a:
  • mountain
  • military base
  • reservation
  • farm
He was assassinated by John Wilkes _____.
  • Jr.
  • Booth
  • Douglas
  • Sr.
When Lincoln was about 20 years old, he moved to:
  • Illinois
  • Kentucky
  • Indiana
  • Missouri
In 1837 Lincoln moved to Springfield, the Illinois state:
  • farmtown
  • capital
  • university
  • park
Circulating 2009 Lincoln cents are made of copper and:
  • silver
  • gold
  • steel
  • zinc
The _____ War began during Lincoln’s first term as U.S. President.
  • Korean
  • World
  • Civil
  • Cold
Lincoln became well-known after his debates with Stephen ______.
  • Hawking
  • Douglas
  • Fry
  • King
Abe loved animals, and he had a favorite horse named “Old_____.”
  • Bob
  • Faithful
  • Man
  • Bill
His mother, _____, died when he was 9 years old.
  • Mary
  • Carrie
  • Nancy
  • Faith
Lincoln’s portrait is on a ____ dollar coin issued in 1918 to celebrate the Illinois Centennial.
  • 1
  • 5
  • 10
  • half
Victor David Brenner created the image of Lincoln on the:
  • cent
  • dollar
  • capital
  • memorial
As a boy, his chores included gathering firewood and carrying:
  • wheat
  • logs
  • water
  • plants
Lincoln is pictured on the Series 2006 $5:
  • coin
  • dollar
Know Your Presidents
His first name was Hiram, but he was always known by his middle name.
  • Garfield
  • Grant
  • Hayes
  • Johnson
Which one was NOT born in Ohio?
  • Hayes
  • Garfield
  • Johnson
  • Grant
He is the only U.S. President who also was a lay preacher.
  • Garfield
  • Johnson
  • Grant
  • Hayes
His election was decided by a Congressional commission that reviewed contested electoral votes.
  • Johnson
  • Grant
  • Garfield
  • Hayes
As a boy, he was apprenticed to a tailor, and he later owned a tailor shop.
  • Grant
  • Johnson
  • Garfield
  • Hayes
He was the first President to have a typewriter and telephone in the White House.
  • Johnson
  • Hayes
  • Grant
  • Garfield
This President never served as a member of the U.S. Congress.
  • Hayes
  • Johnson
  • Grant
  • Garfield
He was shot just four months after he was sworn in as President; he died 80 days later.
  • Grant
  • Garfield
  • Hayes
  • Johnson
He earned a degree from Harvard Law School.
  • Hayes
  • Johnson
  • Garfield
  • Grant
After leaving the Presidency, he served in the U.S. Senate.
  • Grant
  • Hayes
  • Garfield
  • Johnson
Yellowstone became our first National Park while he was President.
  • Johnson
  • Hayes
  • Grant
  • Garfield
A professor of classics at Western Reserve Eclectic Institute, he became the school’s president.
  • Hayes
  • Grant
  • Garfield
  • Johnson
The only U.S. President to be impeached, he was tried by the Senate and acquitted by one vote.
  • Garfield
  • Johnson
  • Grant
  • Hayes
He served in Congress for a total of 18 years.
  • Grant
  • Johnson
  • Hayes
  • Garfield
He graduated from West Point, fought in the Mexican-American War and was general-in-chief of the Union Army during the Civil War.
  • Grant
  • Hayes
  • Garfield
  • Johnson
The first Easter egg roll was held on the White House lawn during his Presidential term.
  • Johnson
  • Grant
  • Johnson
  • Hayes
Published after his death, his memoirs became a best-seller.
  • Hayes
  • Johnson
  • Garfield
  • Grant
The last U.S. President born in a log cabin, he earned money by driving canal-boat teams.
  • Hayes
  • Grant
  • Johnson
  • Garfield
The United States acquired Alaska during his term in office.
  • Hayes
  • Grant
  • Johnson
  • Garfield
During the Civil War, his left arm was severely wounded when he was shot by a musket ball.
  • Garfield
  • Johnson
  • Grant
  • Hayes
Set Sail with Columbus
How many voyages did Christopher Columbus make to the New World?
  • one
  • two
  • three
  • four
What was the name of Columbus’ flagship on his 1492 voyage?
  • Santa Maria
  • Nina
  • Pinta
  • Santa Clara
. For what county did Columbus sail?
  • England
  • Spain
  • Portugal
  • Italy
Name the monarchs who supported Columbus’ quest.
  • William & Mary
  • Victoria & Albert
  • Elizabeth & Philip
  • Isabella & Ferdinand
The 1893 World's Colombian Exposition is commemorated on U.S. quarter and half dollar coins. Where was the Exposition held?
  • New York
  • Boston
  • Chicago
  • Philadelphia
Columbus never abandoned his belief that he had reached this continent.
  • South America
  • Australia
  • Asia
  • Africa
What title did the queen give Columbus?
  • Admiral of the Indies
  • Admiral of the Ocean Seas
  • Admiral of the World
  • Admiral of the Americas
On a 1992 commemorative dollar, what image is combined with that of the Santa Maria?
  • Space Shuttle Discovery
  • cruise ship
  • Native American dugout
  • U.S.S. Constitution
Columbus’ crest is pictured on a 1992 commemorative gold $5. Which of these elements are part of his crest?
  • castle
  • five golden anchors
  • lion
  • all of the above
What U.S. Mint facility struck the 1992 commemorative half dollar and dollar?
  • San Francisco
  • Philidelphia
  • Denver
  • West Point
Commemorative half dollars were sold at the World’s Colombian Exposition in 1893. For how much did they sell?
  • 50 cents
  • 75 cents
  • $1
  • $2
Commemorative quarter dollars were sold at the World’s Colombian Exposition in 1893. What was their original price tag?
  • 25 cents
  • 50 cents
  • 75 cents
  • $1
Year-End Review
This six-coin series started and ended in 2009.
  • Washington quarter
  • 50 state quarters
  • District of Columbia & U.S. Territories quarters
  • Jefferson nickel
This coin series was introduced in 2007 and will wrap up in 2016.
  • Presidential dollar
  • Sacagawea dollar
  • Susan B. Anthony dollar
  • Spanish Milled dollar
A soaring eagle reverse design last appeared on this series in 2008. The obverse has not changed.
  • Presidential dollar
  • Peace dollar
  • Eisenhower dollar
  • Sacagawea dollar
Minting of this series for circulation stopped in 1980, then resumed for one year, 1999.
  • Presidential dollar
  • Susan B. Anthony dollar
  • Sacagawea dollar
  • Eisenhower dollar
Engraver John Flanagan’s eagle reverse design was last used for this series in 1998.
  • Washington quarter
  • Presidential dollar
  • Sacagawea dollar
  • Eisenhower dollar
The last five coins in this 10-year series were produced in 2008.
  • District of Columbia & U.S. Territories quarters
  • Washington quarter
  • 50 State quarters
  • Jefferson nickel
The year 1958 marked the 50th and last year of this coin type.
  • Carver/Washington half dollar
  • Mercury dime
  • Jefferson nickel
  • Lincoln/Wheat cent
The era of "classic" U.S. commemoratives ended with this issue of 1954.
  • Carver/Washington half dollar
  • Susan B. Anthony dollar
  • Spanish Milled dollar
  • Peace dollar
This series came to a conclusion in 1963, after which it was replaced by a series honoring assassinated U.S. President John F. Kennedy.
  • Sacagawea dollar
  • Franklin half dollar
  • Eisenhower dollar
  • Lincoln Bicentennial cent
Introduced in 1946, this series was struck for circulation in silver until 1964.
  • District of Columbia & U.S. Territories quarters
  • Jefferson nickel
  • Lincoln/Wheat cent
  • Roosevelt Dime
Until 1859, this coin was legal tender in the United States.
  • Sacagawea dollar
  • Franklin half dollar
  • Spanish Milled dollar
  • Peace dollar
This was the last U.S. $1 series made for circulation in .900 fine silver.
  • Peace dollar
  • Presidential dollar
  • Eisenhower dollar
  • Susan B. Anthony dollar
This one-year series concluded with a reverse design symbolizing the Civil War period of our 16th President's life.
  • Lincoln Bicentennial cent
  • Lincoln/Wheat cent
  • Jefferson nickel
  • Presidential dollar
An obverse portrait by Felix Schlag last was used on this series in 2004.
  • Lincoln/Wheat cent
  • Jefferson nickel
  • Mercury dime
  • Franklin half dollar
Minting of this last U.S. circulating coin to measure 11 ⁄2 inches in diameter ended in 1978.
  • Susan B. Anthony dollar
  • Presidential dollar
  • Carver/Washington half dollar
  • Eisenhower dollar
Kids Corner Quiz
What is the name of the buffalo on the reverse of the Buffalo Nickel?
  • Rin Tin Tin
  • Peter
  • Black Diamond
  • Bison Bill
The "obverse" is which side of a coin?
  • The Heads Side
  • The Front of the Coin
  • The Back of the Coin
  • Both A & B
Who is pictured on the obverse of the modern U.S. quarter?
  • Abraham Lincoln
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • Miss Liberty
  • George Washington
Who is pictured on the front of a modern U.S. $5 note?
  • Abraham Lincoln
  • Martin Luther King Jr.
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • John F. Kennedy
Who is pictured on a modern U.S. $1 note?
  • Susan B. Anthony
  • Sacagawea
  • Abraham Lincoln
  • George Washington
Who is portrayed on the modern U.S. nickel?
  • Benjamin Franklin
  • George Washington
  • Chief Two Moons
  • Thomas Jefferson
What motto appears on both U.S. Coins and Currency?
  • A Penny Saved is a Penny Earned
  • In God We Trust
  • Government Property
  • E Pluribus Unum
Where was a nickel made that has a "D" Mintmark?
  • Detroit
  • Dallas
  • Denver
  • Delaware
Where was a dime struck that has an "S" Mintmark?
  • San Francisco
  • Sacramento
  • South Carolina
  • Syracuse
Where was a quarter struck that has a "P" Mintmark?
  • Pittsburgh
  • Phoenix
  • Philadelphia
  • Portland
Where was a penny struck that has no mintmark?
  • Denver
  • San Francisco
  • Ft. Knox
  • Philadelphia or West Point
When were the first large cents struck at the US. Mint in Philadelphia?
  • 1850
  • 1776
  • 1906
  • 1793
What famous black American is portrayed on two Commemorative Coins?
  • Booker T. Washington
  • George Washington Carver
  • Colin Powell
  • Martin Luther King
What is the name for the metal disc before it is struck into a coin?
  • Die
  • Planchet
  • Cud
  • Hub
What is the tooth-like design around the circumference of some older coins called?
  • Denticles
  • Exergue
  • Field
  • Collar
A collectible coin should be held...
  • by the edge
  • over a soft surface
  • carefully
  • all of the above
What is a "Loon Dollar"?
  • Canadian coin
  • Disney World token
  • Zoo money
  • American Wildlife Federation Coin
What is a Spanish 8 reales coin called?
  • milled dollar
  • pillar dollar
  • piece of eight
  • all of the above
The United States once made...
  • half cent coins
  • three cent coins
  • twenty cent coins
  • all of the above
What country pictured an automobile on a coin in 1928?
  • Detroit
  • China
  • England
  • Canada
What is the lowest denomination of U.S. paper money ever printed?
  • one dollar
  • one half dollar
  • one quarter dollar
  • three cents
The Matter at Hand
Which coin features a standing Abraham Lincoln holding a book?
  • 2009 District of Columbia quarter
  • 1976 Bicentennial quarter
  • 2009 “Indiana Years” Lincoln cent
  • 2003 Illinois state quarter
Which coin features Liberty clasping an olive branch in her right hand and a shield in her left?
  • 2008 Hawaii state quarter
  • 1916-30 Standing Liberty quarter
  • 1907-33 Saint-Gaudens $20
  • 1837-91 Seated Liberty dime
Which coin features Duke Ellington holding sheet music?
  • 2004 Westward Journey nickel
  • 2009 District of Columbia quarter
  • 2003 Alabama state quarter
  • 2009 Native American dollar
Which coin features a man carrying a sap bucket?
  • 2001 Vermont state quarter
  • 2000 Massachusetts state quarter
  • 1976 Bicentennial quarter
  • 2007 Wyoming state quarter
Which coin features a young man beating a drum?
  • 2008 Hawaii state quarter
  • 2009 “Indiana Years” Lincoln cent
  • 2003 Alabama state quarter
  • 1976 Bicentennial quarter
Which coin features Helen Keller holding a book?
  • 2004 Westward Journey nickel
  • 2003 Missouri state quarter
  • 2003 Alabama state quarter
  • 2004 Iowa state quarter
Which coin features King Kamehameha I grasping a spear?
  • 2009 “Indiana Years” Lincoln cent
  • 2008 Hawaii state quarter
  • 1907-33 Saint-Gaudens $20
  • 2009 Native American dollar
Which coin features a minuteman carrying a musket?
  • 2000 Massachusetts state quarter
  • 2003 Illinois state quarter
  • 2004 Westward Journey nickel
  • 1837-91 Seated Liberty dime
Which coin features Liberty holding a pole with a liberty cap on top?
  • 2004 Westward Journey nickel
  • 1837-91 Seated Liberty dime
  • 1916-35 Standing Liberty quarter
  • 2008 Hawaii state quarter
Which coin features explorers paddling a canoe on a river?
  • 2003 Missouri state quarter
  • 2000 Massachusetts state quarter
  • 2001 Vermont state quarter
  • 2003 Illinois state quarter
Which coin features two men clasping hands in friendship?
  • 2004 Iowa state quarter
  • 2009 District of Columbia quarter
  • 2007 Wyoming state quarter
  • 2004 Westward Journey nickel
Which coin features a seated Abraham Lincoln holding a book?
  • 2003 Illinois state quarter
  • 1976 Bicentennial quarter
  • 2009 “Indiana Years” Lincoln cent
  • 1907-33 Saint-Gaudens $20
Which coin features a teacher steadying a tree?
  • 2004 Iowa state quarter
  • 2003 Alabama state quarter
  • 2001 Vermont state quarter
  • 1916-35 Standing Liberty quarter
Which coin features John Muir leaning on a cane?
  • 1976 Bicentennial quarter
  • 2005 California state quarter
  • 2004 Westward Journey nickel
  • 2009 District of Columbia quarter
Which coin features an Indian woman sowing seeds?
  • 2009 “Indiana Years” Lincoln cent
  • 2005 California state quarter
  • 2001 Vermont state quarter
  • 2009 Native American dollar
Which coin features a cowboy gripping a saddle?
  • 2004 Westward Journey nickel
  • 2005 California state quarter
  • 2007 Wyoming state quarter
  • 2000 Massachusetts state quarter
Pattern Coins
What was the highest denomination (amount) coin ever created by the U.S. Mint, and what name is it better known by?
  • $100; Full Union
  • $50; Half Union
  • $20; Double Eagle
  • $25; Quarter Union
Only 39 examples of Judd-2190 were struck. 12 of them flew into outer space aboard the space shuttle Columbia in 1999. Where are the other 27 Sacagawea Dollars, dated with the year 2000 and also struck in 22-karat gold?
  • ANA Money Museum
  • West Point, NY
  • Smithsonian Institution
  • Nowhere, they were melted down
True or False: Patterns of the $50 Panama-Pacific Commemoratives were also struck in silver.
  • True
  • False
What somewhat derogatory nickname was given to some 1879 patterns, featuring a woman with what many people felt had 'disheveled-looking' hair?
  • Washlady
  • Amazonian
  • Barber
  • Schoolgirl
How many 1792 Half Dismes were struck in copper?
  • Twelve
  • Five
  • One
  • Two
True or False: Half Dismes were also struck in 1794.
  • True
  • False
Two-cent piece patterns were first struck in what year?
  • 1793
  • 1836
  • 1863
  • 1864
Newer patterns made since the 1960's typically use "nonsense" dies featuring which famous First Lady?
  • Martha Washington
  • Abigail Adams
  • Dolley Madison
  • Mary Todd Lincoln
Judd-33 has been nicknamed the "King of Eagles." What design feature on these patterns help distinguish them from other 1804 Eagles?
  • The number of reverse stars
  • Differences in the reverse clouds
  • The style of the number "4" in the date
  • The number of obverse stars
True or False: The Mint has never made annular, or 'holey' coins, even as patterns.
  • True
  • False
Which popular patterns very closely resemble the actual design used to create the U.S. Trade Dollar?
  • Shield Earring
  • Washlady
  • Liberty by the Seashore
  • Amazonian
Judd-44 is a rather odd half dollar, in that it was struck in which metal?
  • Platinum
  • Palladium
  • Ruthenium
  • Osmium
How many different substances (including different colors) did the Mint experiment with for one cent patterns in 1942?
  • Less than 5
  • 10
  • 15
  • Over 20
In which year were no patterns struck by the Mint?
  • 1793
  • 1796
  • Both A & B
  • None of the above
In 1979, the Mint provided thousands of clad-metal tokens to vending and change machine companies to help test the effectiveness of which rather unpopular design?
  • SBA Dollars
  • Ike Dollars
  • Twenty-cent pieces
  • Sacagawea/Golden Dollars
Stars Upon Thars!
The earliest Pre-federal pieces from which Virginia county display a huge, five-pointed star on the obverse?
  • Essex
  • Suffolk
  • Gloucester
  • Fairfax
Which Pre-federal coppers were shipped to New York from Birmingham, England in 1785, though they may also be dated 1783?
  • Nova Constellatio
  • Pitt Tokens
  • Higley (or Granby)
  • Hibernia-Voce Populi
Judd-12 & Judd-13 are exceptionally rare patterns made by Joseph Wright in 1792, with 87 little stars forming a circle around the reverse design. Which denomination are these coins?
  • Half Cent
  • One Cent
  • Quarter Eagle
  • Quarter Dollar
At the 1966 ANA convention, Harry Bass discovered an extra, 14th star in a cloud on the reverse of which gold coin? (Today, the variety without this star is considered very rare!)
  • 1796 Half Eagle
  • 1803 Eagle
  • 1797 Eagle
  • 1806 Quarter Eagle
The Latin word for "star" was used for the name of these oddly-denominated gold coins, due to the huge star on their reverse.
  • Stella ($4 Gold)
  • $1 Gold Commemoratives
  • $3 Gold
  • Quarter Eagle
Quarter eagles lacking stars on the obverse are highly prized today by many collectors. Which year were these coins struck - the first year of issue for this denomination?
  • 1792
  • 1796
  • 1804
  • 1834
What is the nickname of the small, three-cent silver coins featuring a six-pointed star on the obverse?
  • Three pence
  • Fish Scale
  • Trime
  • Postal coinage
What year did nickel five-cent pieces make their debut? They are only available in one variety, with rays between the stars on the reverse.
  • 1865
  • 1866
  • 1867
  • 1883
True or False: The US Mint has never issued cents for circulation with stars on them.
  • True
  • False
True or False: There are at least TWO quarter dollars dated 2002 with stars on their reverse.
  • True
  • False
How many stars are underneath the eagle on quarter dollars dated 1916?
  • Zero
  • Two
  • Three
  • Thirteen
True or False: The US Mint has never used stars as a design element on the edges of any coins.
  • True
  • False
The 1890-O Morgan Dollar VAM-10 goes by which nickname, due to the heavy die gouges near an obverse star?
  • Starry Night
  • Hot Lips
  • Comet
  • Meteor
True or False: There are just as many stars shown on Draped Bust Dollars (with Heraldic Eagles Reverse) as there are on Liberty Head Double Eagles and Susan B. Anthony Dollars.
  • True
  • False
The 1936 Cleveland Centennial Commemorative Half Dollars feature nine stars on the reverse, representing what?
  • Canals
  • The Great Lakes
  • Battlefields
  • Port Cities
True or False: Barber Coinage features 13 five-pointed stars, as well as 13 six-pointed stars.
  • True
  • False
Which circulating denominations have never utilized stars as a design element?
  • Two-Cents
  • Nickel Three-cents
  • $3 Gold
  • All of the above
True or False: There are no stars found on Mercury Dimes.
  • True
  • False
True or False: Zero stars can be found on any US Quarter Dollar designs made between the years 2009-2015.
  • True
  • False
The US Mint made three different commemorative coins depicting five different 5-Star Generals in which year?
  • 2000
  • 2002
  • 2013
  • 2014
National Money Show
What year was the National Money Show attendance the highest?
  • 1990; San Diego
  • 1999; Sacramento
  • 2001; Salt Lake City
  • 2013; New Orleans
What year did the first National Money Show take place?
  • 1982
  • 1989
  • 1978
  • 1973
Who was the ANA president during the first National Money Show?
  • Virginia Culver
  • Q. David Bowers
  • David L. Ganz
  • Grover C. Criswell, Jr.
At what National Money Show was “Teen MoneyMall” first implemented?
  • 2003; Charlotte
  • 2000; Ft. Lauderdale
  • 1997; Cleveland
  • 2007; Charlotte
What city will be hosting the 2017 National Money Show?
  • Richmond
  • Savannah
  • Knoxville
  • Orlando
What year did the first fall National Money Show take place?
  • 2010
  • 2011
  • 2012
  • 2013
What city hosted the first National Money Show?
  • Colorado Springs
  • Denver
  • Salt Lake City
  • Portland
What can you expect to see at a National Money Show?
  • Free educational appraisals
  • Kids Zone
  • Money Talks
  • All of the above
Which of these cities has never hosted a National Money Show?
  • Milwaukee
  • Ft. Worth
  • Charlotte
  • Tucson
True or False: A National Money Show has never been held outside of the Continental U.S.
  • True
  • False
Which state has hosted the most National Money Shows?
  • Texas
  • Colorado
  • Both A and B
  • Neither A nor B
Of What Metal Are You Made?
William Wood’s Rosa Americana Coins were struck in a brass composition of copper and zinc, sometimes mistakenly referred to as _________ metal.
  • Pot
  • Bath
  • Feuchtwanger
  • Worcestershire
Many American Plantations Coins show black spots of oxidation due to their nearly pure _______ content.
  • Tin
  • Zinc
  • Silver
  • Silvered-brass
St. Patrick Coppers (also known as Mark Newby Coinage) had a ___________ insert affixed to their obverse in an attempt to discourage counterfeiting.
  • Silver
  • Tin
  • Brass
  • Pewter
1776 Continental Currency “Dollars” were struck in which metals?
  • Brass
  • Pewter
  • Silver
  • All of the above
True or False: Silver has never been purposely used to create a circulating, one cent coin in the USA.
  • True
  • False
True or False: All circulating half and one cent coins dated 1793-1857 were made of pure copper.
  • True
  • False
Feuchtwanger Tokens were struck in a mix of copper, nickel, and zinc; an alloy more commonly referred to as _______________ silver.
  • French
  • German
  • British
  • Spanish
Joseph ___________ of Victor, Colorado created his “Referendum” Dollars with a 95% pure silver content.
  • Stalin
  • Penrose
  • Fremont
  • Lesher
First Spouse and American Buffalo Gold Coins are struck in which fineness?
  • .900
  • .999
  • .9999
  • None of the above
American Eagle Gold Bullion Coinage is struck in which fineness?
  • 18Karat; 75% pure
  • 20Karat; 83.3% pure
  • 22Karat; 91.67% pure
  • 24Karat; 100% pure
The ASW (Actual Silver Weight, in ounces) of a 40% Silver Eisenhower Dollar is:
  • .2501
  • .3161
  • .4005
  • .5004
The ASW (Actual Silver Weight, in ounces) of a 90% Silver Liberty Seated, Morgan, or Peace Dollar is:
  • .7734
  • .900
  • .8924
  • .7500
True or False: Trade Dollars contain more silver than Morgan Dollars.
  • True
  • False
How much actual gold (in ounces) is in a circulating “Golden” Dollar (Sacagawea, Native American, or Presidential?)
  • .0005
  • .0010
  • .0100
  • None
What was the last year of issue of 40% silver Kennedy Half Dollars, for circulation?
  • 1969
  • 1970
  • 1971
  • 1976
True or False: There is more silver weight in an 1874 Dime, Quarter, or Half Dollar, than in those same denominations from 1864.
  • True
  • False
True or False: Copper-nickel clad US coins are made with a pure copper core/center.
  • True
  • False
True or False: Nickel Three and Five Cent pieces are mostly made of copper, not “nickel.”
  • True
  • False
True or False: Since 1982, the Mint has not purposely produced one cent coins in the 95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc alloy/composition.
  • True
  • False
Flying Eagle Cents contain ______% copper and only ______% nickel.
  • 75% Cu/25% Ni
  • 85% Cu/15% Ni
  • 88% Cu/12% Ni
  • 90% Cu/10% Ni
Civil War Quiz
The Civil War was fought:
  • before the Revolutionary War
  • after World War II
  • before the War of 1812
  • before World War I
"In God We Trust" appeared on a United States coin for the first time during the Civil War.
  • True
  • False
John Brown captured the armory in Harpers Ferry to:
  • find shelter for the night
  • seize weapons to arm local slaves
  • provide ammunition to Confederate forces
  • sell weapons for a profit
Charleston, South Carolina was the capital of the Confederate States of America.
  • True
  • False
Most Southerners were slave owners.
  • True
  • False
The bloodiest single day of the Civil War occurred during which battle?
  • Battle of Chancellorsville
  • Battle of Antietam
  • Battle of Gettysburg
  • Battle of Shiloh
Abraham Lincoln was the first president to appear on United States circulating coinage.
  • True
  • False
Andersonville prison was located in the state of:
  • South Carolina
  • Alabama
  • Georgia
  • Texas
Which United States president was the last to serve as a soldier in the Civil War?
  • Ulysses S. Grant
  • William McKinley
  • Rutherford B. Hayes
  • Benjamin Harrison
A Congressional Medal of Honor was awarded to a twelve year old during the war.
  • True
  • False
The Emancipation Proclamation freed:
  • slaves in the border states
  • all slaves
  • no slaves
  • slaves in states that were in rebellion
The first submarine used for military purposes was used during the Civil War.
  • True
  • False
The plan employed by the Union to defeat the Confederacy was called the:
  • Eagle Plan
  • Lion Plan
  • Bison Plan
  • Anaconda Plan
No states were admitted to the Union during the Civil War.
  • True
  • False
Which Confederate state suffered the most casualties?
  • North Carolina
  • Virginia
  • South Carolina
  • Georgia
Slovenia's New Euros
Depicted on the new 20 eurocents, this breed of horses originated in Slovenia:
  • Andalusian
  • Lipizann
  • Arabian
  • Appaloosa
Slovenia's tallest peak, Mount Triglav, is represented on the new 50 eurocents, along with this constellation:
  • Cancer
  • Orion
  • Capricorn
  • Ursa Major
The 10 eurocents shows architect Jože Plečnik's concept for a parliament building in Slovenia's capital. Where is it located?
  • Novo Mesto
  • Maribor
  • Kranj
  • Ljubljana
Slovenian euro coins are struck by the
  • Monnaie de Paris
  • Austrian Mint
  • Mint of Finland
  • British Royal Mint
The dukes of Carinthia were installed at the "Prince's Stone," shown on the 2 eurocents. The stone is
  • a Roman column
  • an anvil
  • a Greek statue
  • a medieval wall
In what year did Slovenia, the first former Eastern bloc nation to adopt euro currency, gain independence?
  • 1980
  • 1975
  • 1991
  • 2000
The Slovenian national anthem is a stanza from France Prešeren's poem entitled:
  • "Freedom"
  • "A Toast"
  • "The Baptism"
  • "Promised Land"
The cent motif adapted from Slovenia's 20 tolars shows
  • an owl
  • a barn swallow
  • a bee
  • a stork
Hail to the Chiefs
Prior to 2007, who was the only President to be pictured on a circulating U.S. dollar coin?
  • Abraham Lincoln
  • Dwight D. Eisenhower
  • George Washington
  • John F. Kennedy
Which of these reverse designs is paired with an obverse portrait of President John F. Kennedy on the 1976 Bicentennial half dollar?
  • the Liberty Bell
  • Independence Hall
Which state quarter shows the same U.S. President on both obverse and reverse? Who is that president?
  • New Jersey, George Washington
  • Illinois, Abraham Lincoln
  • New Jersey, Abraham Lincoln
  • Illinois, George Washington
Which state quarter depicts a different U.S. President on each side? Who are they?
  • North Carolina, George Washington and Thomas Jefferson
  • New Jersey, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln
  • Illinois, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln
  • Virginia, George Washington and Thomas Jefferson
The Statue of Liberty is featured on the reverse of the new Presidential dollars. Which state quarter also shows the statue?
  • Pennsylvania
  • New York
  • Maine
  • Michigan
Of the Presidential portraits on today's cent, dime and quarter, which faces right?
  • Abraham Lincoln on the cent
  • Franklin D. Roosevelt on the dime
  • George Washington on the quarter
  • none of the above
Name the four U.S. Presidents pictured on the South Dakota quarter reverse.
  • Madison, Jefferson, Washington, Lincoln
  • Washington, Lincoln, Madison, Roosevelt
  • Jefferson, Roosevelt, Lincoln, Madison
  • Washington, Roosevelt, Jefferson, Lincoln
Which President's sister and brother have been portrayed on U.S. commemorative coins? What are their names?
  • John F. Kennedy- Robert Kennedy and Eunice Shriver.
  • Millard Fillmore- Mary Fillmore and Martin Fillmore.
  • Herbert Hoover- Theodore Hoover and Mary Leavitt
  • Theodore Roosevelt- Elliott B. Roosevelt and Bamie Roosevelt
The Chief Executive is featured on the 1993 Bill of Rights commemorative gold $5 and silver half dollar and dollar. His wife is the subject of a 1999 commemorative silver dollar. Who is this Presidential couple?
  • John and Abigail Adams
  • James and Dolley Madison
  • George and Martha Washington
  • Thomas and Martha Jefferson
Name the President whose image is on today's dime, as well as a 1997 commemorative gold $5 coin.
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • George Washington
  • Abraham Lincoln
  • Franklin D. Roosevelt
Introduced in 2004, the Westward Journey Nickel Series features new portraits of which President?
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • George Washington
  • John F. Kennedy
  • Franklin D. Roosevelt
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