Category Archives: 1848 CAL $2.50 quarter eagle

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Central States Auctions Total More Than $33.6 Million

More than $33.6 million in rare coins and currency changed hands during the Central States auctions, which were moved from Chicago to Heritage Auctions’ headquarters in Dallas, Texas, April 23-26 due to the cancellation of the Central States Numismatic Society (CSNS) Convention.
“Considering the worldwide coronavirus crisis, participation was stellar, with more than 6,800 people participating in the auction online,” said Jim Halperin, co-founder of Heritage Auctions

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Isabella quarters not meant to circulate

1893 Isabella commemorative quarter (Image courtesy www.ngccoin.com)
Unsold Columbus half dollars were released into circulation What about the Isabella quarters?
The Isabella quarters were sold to collectors and the public but were not released into circulation

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