Nickel collectors are finding that some of the most coveted pieces are slipping out of everyday circulation, turning pocket change into a surprisingly competitive hunt. As experts track which dates ...

The nickel has a long history in U.S. money, though it wasn’t the country’s first 5-cent coin. That honor goes to a “half-dime” that first appeared in 1794. Early 5-cent pieces weren’t made of nickel ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Nickels are the unsung heroes of American coins. Where would all of us be with our fast math skills without the most useful and ...

Collecting coins like dimes and nickels has been a favorite hobby for many, and some coins in these categories can be surprisingly valuable. I’ve found that while many coins are common, there are ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...