Introduction The ₱10,000 Piso Central Banking commemorative note is one of the most fascinating and prestigious pieces in Philippine numismatic history. Unlike regular circulating banknotes, this high-denomination note was never intended for everyday transactions. Instead, it stands as a symbolic tribute to the evolution of central banking in the Philippines, highlighting the nation’s economic sovereignty, institutional maturity, and historical journey toward financial independence. For collectors, historians, and currency enthusiasts, the ₱10,000 Piso Central Banking note represents more than just a piece of paper with a high face value. It is a work of art, a historical document, and a tangible reminder of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) role in shaping the Philippine economy. This article provides an in-depth exploration of the ₱10,000 Piso Central Banking commemorat...
The $20 Double Eagle: history, design, value, and the $34,000 Pawn Stars purchase #goldcoin #collectables
The U.S. gold $20 "Double Eagle" is one of the most iconic American coins — minted from 1849 through 1933 in various designs and with many rare variations. Prices today range from bullion-equivalent levels for common, heavily worn examples to multi-million-dollar sums for the rarest, highest-grade specimens (e.g., the famed 1933 Double Eagle and certain Paquet/1861 variants). Recent dealer price guides and auction records show a wide price spectrum, driven by date/mint, variety, grade, provenance, rarity, and market conditions. A widely seen Pawn Stars clip shows the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop (familiar to fans of the show) buying an 1861/1861-era Double Eagle for about $34,000 — a realistic outcome when an uncommon date and high grade meet demand. (Sources used: Pawn Stars clip and market/auction databases, PCGS, Heritage, APMEX, AP News.) AP News +4 YouTube +4 pcgs.com +4 1 — Introduction: why the Double Eagle matters The $20 Double Eagle occupies a special place in U...