Rare Coin Exhibit Coming to Savannah for National Money Show

More than $100 million worth of historic coins and currency on display at the 3-day event

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The American Numismatic Association is bringing its National Money Show to Savannah, Georgia from February 26-28, 2026, featuring a rare display of over $100 million worth of historic coins and currency. Highlights include one of the five known 1913 Liberty Head nickels valued at $3 million and a $4 million 1804-dated U.S. silver dollar. The public will have the opportunity to learn about the value of their old coins and money, attend educational seminars, and even have their face featured on a $100,000 bill.

Why it matters

The National Money Show is a rare opportunity for the public to see some of the world's most valuable numismatic treasures up close. It also provides a chance for collectors and enthusiasts to buy, sell, and learn more about rare coins, currency, and other monetary artifacts. The event's first-time location in Savannah highlights the city's historic significance as a center of commerce and trade.

The details

The National Money Show will feature exhibits from the American Numismatic Association's Money Museum, including one of the five known 1913 Liberty Head nickels valued at $3 million and a $4 million 1804-dated U.S. silver dollar. Visitors will also be able to see 'pirate treasure money' like pieces-of-eight silver coins used when Savannah was established in 1733, as well as rare gold coins from the Dahlonega, Georgia mint. Hundreds of dealers will be buying and selling rare numismatic items, and experts will provide free evaluations of the public's old coins and paper money.

  • The National Money Show will be held from February 26-28, 2026.
  • The show will be open to the public on Thursday and Friday, February 26 and 27, from 10 am to 5:30 pm, and on Saturday, February 28, from 10 am to 3:30 pm.

The players

American Numismatic Association (ANA)

A nonprofit organization with 25,000 members that is sponsoring the National Money Show. The ANA operates the Money Museum which is loaning some of its most valuable numismatic treasures for the Savannah event.

Mark Lighterman

The president of the American Numismatic Association, which is hosting the National Money Show in Savannah for the first time.

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What they’re saying

“Money is history you can hold in your hands. At our show, you can see more than $100 million of numismatic treasures dating back to ancient Greece and Rome, and up to the newest collector coins struck by the United States Mint.”

— Mark Lighterman, President, American Numismatic Association (EINPresswire.com)

“It's incredible that such small treasures can hold so much value and history, and we want everyone to have the chance to see this remarkable show in person.”

— Mark Lighterman, President, American Numismatic Association (EINPresswire.com)

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The takeaway

The National Money Show in Savannah offers a rare opportunity for the public to see and learn about some of the world's most valuable and historically significant coins and currency. The event highlights Savannah's role in the nation's economic and commercial history.