But the factors that prompted the government to stop making pennies are even truer for the nickel. Pennies cost nearly 5 cents to make – 4 cents more than they’re worth. The nickel’s net loss is ...

Struck between 1883 and 1912, Liberty head nickels are a hot item with collectors. Some can be worth thousands or even millions of dollars, so it's important to know what to look for when you're going ...

Goodbye, penny! The U.S. Mint just minted its last 1-cent coin, saving millions because it cost 4 cents to make.

An old expression goes a little something like this: “Don’t take any wooden nickels.” That’s because if you did, the nickel would practically be worthless. Or would it be? Some bills and coins ...

Collecting coins like dimes and nickels has been a favorite hobby for many, and some coins in these categories can be ...

Visit Lebanon Valley is anticipating 2026 celebrations for America's 250th with souvenir wooden nickels for customers at area ...

When young Ben Franklin landed in Philadelphia after the long trip from Boston in the 1700s, he was ravenously hungry, as he writes in his famous “Autobiography.” ...