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Buying, selling, and trading collectible coins including U.S., World, Ancients and Exonumia, as well as Paper Currency and Fine Jewelry since 2011.

Buying, selling, and trading collectible coins including U.S., World, Ancients and Exonumia, as well as Paper Currency and Fine Jewelry since 2011

11/06/2026

A massive piece of Puerto Rican history has arrived at Beantown Coins!

1971 Puerto Rico – 450th Anniversary of San Juan Silver Medal

✨ Only 500 Minted – This Is #147/500!

🥈 .999 Fine Silver

⚖️ Nearly 4.4 Troy Ounces of Pure Silver (ASW)

🏛️ Struck by the Prestigious Medallic Art Company of New York

This stunning, deeply antiqued silver medal celebrates 450 years of San Juan, Puerto Rico! One side features the city's historic coat of arms, while the reverse showcases the iconic San Juan Gate and beautifully detailed scenes of colonial architecture.

With its massive silver weight, intricate high-relief artistry, and extremely limited mintage, this is far more than just a silver medal—it's a remarkable piece of history!

📩 Available here! https://www.ebay.com/itm/940068528014

11/05/2026

Travel back to 1857 with this beautiful British Halfpenny Token (Ingram-899) — a fascinating piece of history from the reign of Queen Victoria!

This rare copper token isn't just a collector's piece. It's a window into an era of royal tradition, remarkable architecture, and major events that shaped the British Empire.

👑 The Obverse: A beautifully detailed portrait of a young Queen Victoria, her hair elegantly swept back in classic Victorian fashion.

⛪ The Reverse: An intricate depiction of England's historic Chichester Cathedral, complete with its towering spire and the date 1831.

📜 The History: Issued in 1857, the year of the Indian Rebellion and Britain's October 5th Day of National Humiliation, this token connects collectors to a turbulent chapter of nineteenth-century history.

🪙 The Condition: Preserved in stunning Uncirculated (UNC) condition, featuring rich chocolate-brown copper surfaces and impressive detail!

✨ At Beantown Coins, we love uncovering the history behind unusual coins and tokens!

📍 Available now: https://www.ebay.com/itm/940060649340

💬 COIN COLLECTORS: Do you collect historical tokens and medals, or do you stick strictly to coins? Let us know!

11/04/2026

Step back into the Roman Empire during the reign of one of history's most infamous rulers — Emperor Caligula (37–41 AD)! 🏛️

This remarkable ancient bronze AE As features fascinating imagery that tells a story of Roman power, mythology, and naval supremacy.

👑 The Obverse: A striking portrait wearing a rostral crown, a symbol of naval victory and maritime power.

🌊 The Reverse: Neptune, the mighty Roman god of the sea, stands holding a dolphin in one hand and his legendary trident in the other!

🪙 The Details: Nearly 2,000 years old, this coin boasts a beautiful dark green patina, earthy highlights, and impressive surviving detail.

⚡ DID YOU KNOW? Caligula ruled Rome for less than four years before his assassination in 41 AD, making coins from his reign fascinating pieces of one of Rome's most notorious chapters!

✨ At Beantown Coins, every ancient coin has a story — and this one has survived almost two millennia to tell it!

📍 Available now! https://www.ebay.com/itm/287700073819

💬 If you could own a coin from ANY Roman emperor, who would you choose?

11/03/2026

🪙 275 years of history in the palm of your hand! 🪙

Travel back to 1751 with this incredible Bolivia 2 Reales Silver Cob, hand-struck at the legendary Potosí Mint!⚓

Long before modern minting technology, coins like this were hammered into existence, leaving each one with its own unique shape and character.

⚔️ The Cross of Jerusalem – Surrounded by the historic lions and castles of Spain.

🌊 Pillars & Waves – The iconic Pillars of Hercules rising above the ocean, symbolizing Spain's overseas empire.

🪙 Rich, Dark Toning – Centuries of history captured in a thick, irregular silver planchet.

Imagine the hands this coin passed through, the ships it may have sailed on, and the stories it could tell!

✨ At Beantown Coins, we don't just sell coins. We share history.

📍 Available here: https://www.ebay.com/itm/287700073807

11/02/2026

🪙 An Emperor, a Senate, and the Struggle for Power in Ancient Rome!

What can a nearly 1,800-year-old silver coin tell us about Roman politics? 🏛️

This 198–217 AD Roman Empire AR Denarius features Emperor Caracalla, one of Rome's most notorious rulers, known for his ruthless leadership and turbulent reign.

👑 The Obverse: A detailed portrait of Caracalla wearing a laurel wreath, a traditional symbol of imperial authority and victory.

🌿 The reverse features a fascinating symbol of Roman political power, with a surprising connection to Caracalla's turbulent relationship with the Senate. Check the comments to see the reverse and discover the historical irony behind its design! 👇

⚔️ Here's the historical irony: Although Caracalla's coinage honored the Senate, his relationship with the institution was often strained. His reign was marked by political violence, military expansion, and his famous decree in 212 AD granting Roman citizenship to nearly all free inhabitants of the empire.

Coins like this weren't simply currency. They were miniature works of political messaging, spreading images of power, legitimacy, and Roman ideals throughout the empire!

📍 Available now! https://www.ebay.com/itm/287692624190

10/31/2026

🐍🎃 Don't Look Her in the Eyes… You Might Turn to Stone! 👀

This Halloween, we're bringing ancient mythology to life with a coin that's over 2,000 years old! 🪙

🏛️ Struck in 47 BC during the Roman Republic, this silver denarius of L. Plautius Plancus features the terrifying face of Medusa, the legendary Gorgon whose gaze could turn anyone to stone!

⚔️ According to Greek mythology, the hero Perseus defeated Medusa by using his shield as a mirror to avoid looking directly into her eyes.

🌅 The reverse features Aurora, goddess of the dawn, a fascinating contrast to the fearsome Medusa!

💀 Did you know? Medusa's image wasn't just meant to frighten. Ancient Greeks and Romans believed her likeness could ward off evil and offer protection!

✨ This Halloween, the scariest coin in your collection might just be the most beautiful!

📍 Available here! https://www.ebay.com/itm/940045788817

🎃 Happy Halloween from Beantown!

10/30/2026

🪙 A Piece of Spanish Colonial History — Over 250 Years Old!

Before the United States even declared independence, silver coins like this 1769 Mexico 8 Reales were circulating throughout the Americas! 🌎

Struck at the Mexico City Mint during the reign of King Charles III of Spain, this coin features the famous Pillar Dollar design.

💰 Did you know? The Spanish 8 Reales was one of the world's most widely accepted trade coins. Often called the Spanish Dollar, it circulated throughout the American colonies and helped influence the development of the United States dollar!

🏛️ What makes this design so interesting?
The reverse features two crowned pillars representing the Pillars of Hercules, with a globe between them symbolizing Spain's vast overseas empire. See the comments section to view the reverse!! 👇

Coins like this aren't just collectibles — they're tangible reminders of the international trade, exploration, and economic history that shaped the modern world.

📍 Available now! ebay.com/itm/287684546949

10/29/2026

🏛️ A Glimpse into Ancient Rome: Emperor Trajan's Silver Denarius (116–117 AD)

Emperor Trajan ruled the Roman Empire from 98 to 117 AD and is remembered as one of Rome's Five Good Emperors. Under his leadership, the empire expanded to its greatest territorial extent, stretching from Britain to Mesopotamia.

This beautifully preserved silver denarius (RIC 343) was struck during the final years of his reign, offering a fascinating connection to one of Rome's most prosperous periods.

🪙 Obverse: A finely detailed portrait of Trajan wearing a laurel wreath, a traditional symbol of victory and imperial authority.

The imagery on Roman coins was far from decorative. Coins served as an important means of communicating imperial ideals throughout the empire. By featuring Felicitas, Trajan's coinage reinforced the message of prosperity and stability under his rule.

✨ What makes this example particularly special? Its Mint State (MS) preservation, exceptional fine-style engraving, beautiful centering, and remarkably well-preserved silver surfaces.

Nearly 1,900 years later, this denarius remains a testament to the artistry, politics, and history of ancient Rome.

📍 Available now! https://www.ebay.com/itm/940048321830

🔎 Want to see what's on the other side? Check the comments for the reverse and learn about the fascinating symbolism behind its design!

10/28/2026

🏛️ This face ruled the Roman Empire nearly 1,800 years ago.

Meet Maximinus Thrax, emperor from AD 235–238, pictured on this ancient silver denarius!

🪙 Roman Imperial AR Denarius
✨ Mint State • 5/5
📜 RIC 18a

You’re looking at the obverse—the portrait side. But every coin has another side to its story…

👇 See the reverse in the comments!

Would you add this piece of ancient Rome to your collection?

📍Available Now! https://www.ebay.com/itm/940046256470

10/27/2026

What if we told you this 1819 Brazilian silver coin has another coin hiding beneath its design? 👀

🔥 1819-R Brazil 960 Reis — PCGS AU53 🔥

During the early 1800s, Brazil faced a shortage of circulating currency. Rather than melting down existing silver coins, authorities took foreign silver coins, particularly Spanish colonial 8 Reales, and struck new Brazilian designs directly over them!

The result? A fascinating piece of numismatic history known as an overstrike!

🌎 Over 200 Years of History — Struck when Brazil was still part of the United Kingdom of Portugal, Brazil and the Algarves, just three years before Brazilian independence in 1822!

For collectors of world silver, historic overstrikes, and early Latin American coinage, this is a fascinating example of how governments repurposed silver to keep commerce moving.

✅ Available now! https://www.ebay.com/itm/287682190544

👇 COLLECTORS, WE WANT TO KNOW: Have you ever owned an overstruck coin where you could still see the original design? Tell us in the comments!

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