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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting pre-orders for products in the 2024 Liberty & Britannia Program on February 8, 2024, at noon EST
Category Archives: Commemorative Coins
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending January 28, 2024
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Thanksgiving Motifs on Classic Commemoratives
By Dan Duncan – Pinnacle Rarities ……
The Thanksgiving celebration cues up the holiday season and begins the winding down of another year. The concept of a Thanksgiving predates the English colonies in America, but the ideas and themes we attribute to the celebration are rooted in several of our early settlements. Our version of the holiday dates back to the 17th century and can be traced back to two celebrations: one from 1619 in Charles City, Virginia, and one from 1620 in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Three hundred years ago the celebration was a religious one that featured praise to God, some fasting, and an appreciation for the year’s harvest and the bounty produced.
As a society, we’ve moved away from being mainly agricultural, and our nation has moved along those lines. Modern festivities generally feature a feast with a gathering of family and friends.
Thanksgiving is not uniquely American, and similar holidays are observed in a number of other countries; Canada, for example, celebrates Thanksgiving on the second Monday in October. But our version became a national holiday with a fixed date declared by Congress in 1941. Today, the popularized story is one where the Pilgrims (or Puritans) came together with the local Native Americans. This exchange is a glamorized account of a real event, of which there are several accounts and records. One is that it stems from the Wampanoag making an offer to the settlers in exchange for defense from their rivals the Narragansett. The settlers pledged their aid and accepted food and supplies. The two groups then celebrated the collaboration with a feast. Another comes from the Narragansett’s aid given to Roger Williams after his forced departure from the Massachusetts Bay Colony and in defense from attack that their settlements came under during King Phillip’s War (1675-1678). The series of battles and the results of encounters speak in contrast to this peaceful exchange.
The true lines of historical events are extremely blurred here. And the story of the first Thanksgiving feast is an obviously romanticized version of certain factual events. The relationship between the European settlers and the Native Americans was not a pretty one, yet it wasn’t all oppression and disease.
So on a lighter note, as we settle in to give thanks for our blessings, here are a few classic commemoratives that portray the colorful relationships in a pleasing light. The following coins depict motifs that are “Thanksgiving-centric” and show early meetings of the settlers and frontiersmen with the Native Americans.
1920 and 1921 Pilgrim Tercentenary – The Pilgrim displayed on the obverse of this early classic commem is the quintessential Thanksgiving motif. This coin commemorates the landing of the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock and coincides with one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in 1620 in Plymouth, MA.
1936 Rhode Island – The obverse depicts an image of a Pilgrim (namely Roger Williams) arriving in the New England colonies being greeted by a native. The Williams Landing is portrayed in various artworks and accounts. The tribe that received Roger Williams was the Narragansett. This is the tribe from which verbal history says settlers swore to protect the Wampanoag. The Narragansett eventually helped Williams after his banishment from the colony. The images pictured on this coin are arguably the most “Thanksgiving-like”.
1921 Missouri Centennial – The reverse features a frontiersman (presumably Daniel Boone) and native chief holding a peace pipe gazing westward. Designed by Robert Aitken and chosen from various sketches, the reverse portrays a fictitious event that was more than a century after the original Thanksgiving celebrations. It illustrates the ongoing relationship between the Indians and the early English settlers.
1935-1939 Arkansas Centennial –There are several examples of Native Americans on coinage from the mid-1930s. The Arkansas Centennial half dollar portrays both an Indian chief and Lady Liberty. The narrative behind this and other depictions of the relationship between the Native Americans and the settlers is a debate for another place. For our purposes here, the coin shows both a Quapaw chief and an allegorical Liberty side by side in unity.
1934-1939 Daniel Boone Bicentennial – Daniel Boone is the epitome of a frontiersman. Captured a couple of times by the Indians, Boone was known as a fierce enemy to the warring tribes he faced. Most famously was the Battle of Blue Licks where Boone’s Kentucky militia fought both native and British forces in 1782. However, the coin shows Boone in peaceful conversation with Blackfish, the chief of the Chillicothe of the Shawnee tribes. While again not truly an early Thanksgiving scene, the coin portrays the relationship as friendly and peaceful.
Other classic commemoratives show frontiersmen or Native Americans in various forms, of course, but I’ll save those for a later date. Many of these coins don’t purposely tackle the Thanksgiving theme, but the concept of cooperative work between the Indians and the early settlers is documented, and the folklore that developed is portrayed in various works of 20th-century numismatics.
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Patriotic U.S. Coins and Banknotes
By Al Doyle for CoinWeek …..
Here’s a short but focused area of numismatics: patriotic U.S. coins and notes with a strong message of freedom and independence. These pieces go well beyond the ubiquitous portraits of an allegorical Miss Liberty, and they can be found at every price point on the spectrum.
U.S. Banknotes
A pair of large-sized $5 notes drive home the message of religious liberty with compelling artistry. Check the back of the 1902 and 1908 $5 National Bank Notes to see a fine example of old-school engraving. A scene of the Pilgrims landing at Plymouth Rock is an eye grabber. President Benjamin Harrison and the issuing bank can be found on the other side.
The Pilgrims wanted to worship in a manner that was banned by England’s state church, and their quest for religious freedom included many severe hardships. Something in the $150 to $175 range should be sufficient to acquire a common example (as in bank and state) in Very Fine, and the cost is around $300 in Extra Fine. The same vignette shares the back with Christopher Columbus landing in the western hemisphere on the Series 1914, 1915 and 1918 $5 Federal Reserve note. It will cost around $100 for a VF type note.
What if you need to take the low-budget path to collecting symbols of freedom? Go to the bank and get some $2 bills at face value. All deuces since 1976 (this includes Series 1995, 2003, and 2009) carry the signing of the Declaration of Independence on the back. Get some extra $2s and spend them if you want to see startled looks and hear the comments from surprised cashiers.
Patriotic U.S. Commemorative Coins
A trio of older commemorative coins focus on independence. The 1925 Lexington-Concord half dollar is known for its depiction of the famed statue of the musket-armed citizen answering the urgent call to duty. This is a very affordable item in grades as high as MS-64, as 162,013 pieces were sold. The small wooden cases that housed Lexington halves were usually discarded and nowadays are prized by collectors.
Sesquicentennial half dollars and $2.50 gold pieces were issued in 1926. The 50-cent piece (mintage 141,120) is affordable in grades up to MS-63, but the typically weak strike means higher-grade specimens are anything but cheap. Plan on spending $300 in MS-64 and $2,000 or more for the relatively small population of MS-65 “Sesquis”. The quarter eagle was the last of the 11 old gold commemoratives, and the original mintage was 46,019, Don’t expect to add this attractive design to your collection for less than $450 even in lower grades.
Modern U.S. Coins
Move ahead 50 years for the clad and .400 fine silver quaters, half dollars, and Eisenhower dollars struck to honor America’s bicentennial. The drummer boy reverse on the 1776-1976 quarter is the one artistically inspired theme on the series, which is both common and cheap in BU and proof versions.
The 1987 Constitution silver $1 and gold $5 rank among the biggest sellers of the modern U.S. commemorative coin era. More than 3.07 million silver pieces and 873,884 gold half eagles were purchased. The issue honors the bicentennial of the United States Constitution, and either coin can be had for bullion-related prices.
It took the creation of the Bill of Rights before a number of delegates were willing to vote for the Constitution, and a 1993 half dollar and silver dollar honors this vital affirmation of individual liberty. James Madison is depicted on both commems. The 50-cent piece is the only modern commemorative half dollar besides the 1982 George Washington commemorative to be struck on a silver planchet.
In addition to reflecting on America’s history, the patriotic U.S. coin collector can acquire items that provide a constant reminder of what it means to live in this nation.
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Commemorative Coin Stories: 1982 George Washington Half Dollar
By David Provost for CoinWeek ….. Author’s Note: My intention for this series of “stories” is to present lesser-known information about the US commemorative coins series derived from my original research in the records of Congress and/or the reports and correspondence of the individual coin sponsors. The information presented will not simply be a […]
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Booker T. on the Tarmac: A Story About First Coinvestors
By Charles Morgan with Hubert Walker for CoinWeek ….. Anthony Swiatek and Walter Breen’s The Encyclopedia of United States Silver & Gold Commemorative Coins: 1892-1954 has always been one of my favorite books. Sure, the topic’s been done better, most recently by Swiatek himself. And yes, the book is hopelessly optimistic about what was then the […]
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The Crest of the Classic Commemorative Coin Wave – 1936
By Dan Duncan – Pinnacle-Rarities.com …… Historically, 1936 was not a great year for most Americans. The United States was deep into the Great Depression. There was an unemployment rate of 16.9%, banks remained unstable, and the Dust Bowl continued to devastate the plains states. But with the U. S. economy floundering, a pastime […]
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Thanksgiving Motifs on Classic Commemoratives
By Dan Duncan – Pinnacle Rarities …… The Thanksgiving celebration cues up the holiday season and begins the winding down of another year. The concept of a Thanksgiving predates the English colonies in America, but the ideas and themes we attribute to the celebration are rooted in several of our early settlements. Our version of […]
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Commemorative Stories: The 1983-84 LA Olympics Coins – Part VII
By David Provost for CoinWeek ….. Author’s Note: My intention for this series of “stories” is to present lesser-known information about the US commemorative coins series derived from my original research in the records of Congress and/or the reports and correspondence of the individual coin sponsors. The information presented will not simply be a […]
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Collectible v. Commemorative Coins
How can I tell when a coin is collectible or if a coin is a commemorative?
Coins can be both commemorative and collectible. You may be looking to differentiate between what may be a circulating commemorative versus a typical business strike coin. Some commemorative coins are meant to circulate, yet mark an event during one or several years
Business Strike v. Commemorative Coins
How can I tell when a coin is collectible or if a coin is a commemorative?
Coins can be both commemorative and collectible. You may be looking to differentiate between what may be a circulating commemorative versus a typical business strike coin. Some commemorative coins are meant to circulate, yet mark an event during one or several years
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 13, 2020
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United States Mint introduces rolls and bags of Connecticut American Innovation $1 coins on September 29
Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will open sales for Connecticut American Innovation $1 coins packaged in collectible rolls and bags beginning on September 29 at noon EDT. These new additions to the Mint’s product lineup contain uncirculated $1 coins from the Philadelphia and Denver facilities
United States Mint introduces rolls and bags of Connecticut American Innovation $1 coins on September 29
Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will open sales for Connecticut American Innovation $1 coins packaged in collectible rolls and bags beginning on September 29 at noon EDT. These new additions to the Mint’s product lineup contain uncirculated $1 coins from the Philadelphia and Denver facilities
United Kingdom: 2021-dated popular “Queen’s Beasts” gold and silver coins unleashed
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The Royal Mint has launched (17th September) the 2021-dated gold and silver collector’s edition of the immensely popular series entitled “The Queen’s Beasts,” first launched in 2016
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 13, 2020
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United Kingdom: 2021-dated popular “Queen’s Beasts” gold and silver coins unleashed
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The Royal Mint has launched (17th September) the 2021-dated gold and silver collector’s edition of the immensely popular series entitled “The Queen’s Beasts,” first launched in 2016
Israel: Abraham Accords peace agreements are signed and celebrated with new gold and silver official medals
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Israel Coins and Medals Corporation has commissioned commemorative medals in celebration of the historic signing of the Abraham Accords, which are peace agreements signed on the 15th September between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Israel with the Kingdom of Bahrain
United Kingdom: Partnership announced between Royal Mint and NGC to offer certified coins
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The Royal Mint, along with the American-based Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, have announced (15th September) the formation of a partnership to offer coin collectors and investors encapsulated, authenticated, and graded products from the Royal Mint’s portion of new releases
United Kingdom: Partnership announced between Royal Mint and NGC to offer certified coins
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The Royal Mint, along with the American-based Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, have announced (15th September) the formation of a partnership to offer coin collectors and investors encapsulated, authenticated, and graded products from the Royal Mint’s portion of new releases
Israel: Abraham Accords peace agreements are signed and celebrated with new gold and silver official medals
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Israel Coins and Medals Corporation has commissioned commemorative medals in celebration of the historic signing of the Abraham Accords, which are peace agreements signed on the 15th September between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Israel with the Kingdom of Bahrain
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 6, 2020
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Canada: New $2 colour circulation coins remember 75th anniversary of the end of World War II
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The Royal Canadian Mint has released (4th September) new commemorative $2 coins which are in remembrance of the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, a conflict in which the Canadian armed forces had been fighting since September 1939
The U.S. Mint commemorates the anniversary of the end of World War II
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The following is an excerpt of an article by Stephanie Meredith on the website of the United States Mint
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II
Canada: New $2 colour circulation coins remember 75th anniversary of the end of World War II
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The Royal Canadian Mint has released (4th September) new commemorative $2 coins which are in remembrance of the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, a conflict in which the Canadian armed forces had been fighting since September 1939
The U.S. Mint commemorates the anniversary of the end of World War II
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The following is an excerpt of an article by Stephanie Meredith on the website of the United States Mint
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 6, 2020
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Switzerland: New silver commemorative coins remember 150th anniversary, formation of Swiss Fire Brigade Association
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The Swiss Federal Mint has launched (3rd September) 2020-dated 20-franc commemorative silver coins which are in conjunction with the country’s national Fire Brigade Association and the 150th anniversary of their formation
Switzerland: Highly anticipated tennis legend Roger Federer collector gold coins now available
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The Swiss Federal Mint has launched (3rd September) 2020-dated 50-franc commemorative gold coins, which, for the first time in its history, is dedicated to a living person — tennis legend Roger Federer
Switzerland: Highly anticipated tennis legend Roger Federer collector gold coins now available
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The Swiss Federal Mint has launched (3rd September) 2020-dated 50-franc commemorative gold coins, which, for the first time in its history, is dedicated to a living person — tennis legend Roger Federer
San Marino: €2 commemorative coin issued in remembrance of outstanding 18th century artist Giambattista Tiepolo
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The Banca Centrale della Repubblica di San Marino has issued (27th August) new €2 commemorative coins for 2020 for the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the death of Italian artist Giambattista Tiepolo (1696–1770), who is considered the greatest painter of the 18th century and the last exponent of the glorious Venetian school
San Marino: €2 commemorative coin issued in remembrance of outstanding 18th century artist Giambattista Tiepolo
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The Banca Centrale della Repubblica di San Marino has issued (27th August) new €2 commemorative coins for 2020 for the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the death of Italian artist Giambattista Tiepolo (1696–1770), who is considered the greatest painter of the 18th century and the last exponent of the glorious Venetian school
United States Mint opens sales of colorized Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins on August 28
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for colorized Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins on August 28 at noon EDT
PCGS will grade historic colorized United States Mint coins
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2020 Basketball Hall of Fame coins will be a first for the Mint
(Santa Ana, California) — August 26, 2020 — Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) will grade and have special insert labels for colorized 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame clad half dollars and silver dollars, the first colorized coins to ever be officially issued by the United States Mint
PCGS will grade historic colorized United States Mint coins
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2020 Basketball Hall of Fame coins will be a first for the Mint
(Santa Ana, California) — August 26, 2020 — Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) will grade and have special insert labels for colorized 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame clad half dollars and silver dollars, the first colorized coins to ever be officially issued by the United States Mint
United States Mint opens sales of colorized Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins on August 28
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for colorized Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins on August 28 at noon EDT
U.S. Mint’s first colorized coins
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Silver dollar commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Women’s Suffrage on sale August 18
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will accept orders for 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver dollar products beginning at noon EDT on August 18, the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which gave women the right to vote
Coin designer Justin Kunz signs exclusive Basketball Hall of Fame coin Signature PCGS labels
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The celebrated United States Mint designer is hand signing PCGS labels to be paired with Basketball Hall of Fame Coins
(Santa Ana, California) — Coin designer Justin Kunz is autographing Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) labels being paired with 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
Coin designer Justin Kunz signs exclusive Basketball Hall of Fame coin Signature PCGS labels
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The celebrated United States Mint designer is hand signing PCGS labels to be paired with Basketball Hall of Fame Coins
(Santa Ana, California) — Coin designer Justin Kunz is autographing Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) labels being paired with 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
U.S. Mint’s first colorized coins
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Silver dollar commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Women’s Suffrage on sale August 18
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will accept orders for 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver dollar products beginning at noon EDT on August 18, the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which gave women the right to vote
British Antarctic Territory: First-ever bi-metallic £2 commemorative coin marks bicentenary of the discovery of Antarctica
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The government and treasury of the British Antarctic Territory has issued (12th August) their first-ever bi-metallic coins, which are in recognition of the bicentenary anniversary of the discovery of Antarctica
Andorra: New €2 commemorative coins remember the 50th anniversary of voting rights for women
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The Servei Emissions Andorra has unveiled the second design for their 2020-dated €2 commemorative coins which celebrate the 50th anniversary of the granting of voting rights to women in Andorra
Andorra: New €2 commemorative coins remember the 50th anniversary of voting rights for women
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The Servei Emissions Andorra has unveiled the second design for their 2020-dated €2 commemorative coins which celebrate the 50th anniversary of the granting of voting rights to women in Andorra
Norway: 20-kronor commemorative coins issued for the 100th anniversary of birth of author Anne-Cath Vestly
The Norges Bank has issued 20-kronor (USD 2.20) commemorative circulation quality coins to mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of the eminent author Anne-Cath Vestly, who was born on the 15th February 1920
NGC-certified early U.S. gold rarity realizes $300,000 at Stack’s Bowers sale
1797 small eagle $10 graded NGC MS-62. Realized: $300,000
NGC-certified early U.S. gold rarity realizes $300,000 at Stack’s Bowers sale
1797 small eagle $10 graded NGC MS-62. Realized: $300,000
Norway: 20-kronor commemorative coins issued for the 100th anniversary of birth of author Anne-Cath Vestly
The Norges Bank has issued 20-kronor (USD 2.20) commemorative circulation quality coins to mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of the eminent author Anne-Cath Vestly, who was born on the 15th February 1920
Bowers on collecting: Focus on a great book
Whenever anyone asks me for suggestions on several books to start a good numismatic library, I always recommend the standard work by William H. Sheldon, Early American Cents, 1949, mostly available in its 1958 second edition retitled Penny Whimsy
Bowers on collecting: Focus on a great book
Whenever anyone asks me for suggestions on several books to start a good numismatic library, I always recommend the standard work by William H. Sheldon, Early American Cents, 1949, mostly available in its 1958 second edition retitled Penny Whimsy
Canada: New colour $2 circulation coins commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Haida artist Bill Reid
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The Royal Canadian Mint has released new $2 commemorative coins in honour of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Haida artist Iljuwas, known as Bill Reid (1920-1998), who brought Haida art and culture to a global audience
Belgium: New €2 coin issued in honour of International Year of Plant Health
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The Belgian Ministry of Finance has issued (22nd July) new €2 commemorative coins in honour and recognition of the International Year of Plant Health, a worldwide initiative which seeks to promote greater awareness of the global plant health challenges mankind faces, as well as the importance of protecting our crops from pests and diseases
Belgium: New €2 coin issued in honour of International Year of Plant Health
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The Belgian Ministry of Finance has issued (22nd July) new €2 commemorative coins in honour and recognition of the International Year of Plant Health, a worldwide initiative which seeks to promote greater awareness of the global plant health challenges mankind faces, as well as the importance of protecting our crops from pests and diseases
United Kingdom: DNA pioneer Rosalind Franklin features on latest “Innovation in Science” coin series
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The Royal Mint has released (20th July) new 50-pence commemorative coins which honour one of the country’s most eminent scientists of the 20th century
United Kingdom: DNA pioneer Rosalind Franklin features on latest “Innovation in Science” coin series
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The Royal Mint has released (20th July) new 50-pence commemorative coins which honour one of the country’s most eminent scientists of the 20th century
NGC certifies a Ceremonial Strike Basketball Hall of Fame Proof silver dollar
Sheryl Swoops, Tom Uram, and Julius Erving at the Ceremonial Strike event.
During the ceremony, numismatic dignitaries and basketball greats struck their own dome-shaped Basketball Hall of Fame Proof silver dollars
Greece: New €2 commemorative coin issued on the occasion of the centenary anniversary of union with Thrace
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The Bank of Greece has issued (16th July) their second €2 annual commemorative coins that remember the centenary anniversary of the union of the region of Thrace with the Greek State, which occurred in 1920
NGC-certified key date Double Eagle among highlights in Heritage August U.S. coins sale
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An 1870-CC $20 graded NGC AU-50 has already reached six figures weeks before the auction ends
NGC-certified key date Double Eagle among highlights in Heritage August U.S. coins sale
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An 1870-CC $20 graded NGC AU-50 has already reached six figures weeks before the auction ends
Oman: Commemorative banknote issued in celebration of Renaissance Day and as a memorial to late sultan
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The Central Bank of Oman has issued (9th July) 50-rial banknotes (USD 129
NGC certifies a Ceremonial Strike Basketball Hall of Fame Proof silver dollar
Sheryl Swoops, Tom Uram, and Julius Erving at the Ceremonial Strike event.
During the ceremony, numismatic dignitaries and basketball greats struck their own dome-shaped Basketball Hall of Fame Proof silver dollars
Greece: New €2 commemorative coin issued on the occasion of the centenary anniversary of union with Thrace
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The Bank of Greece has issued (16th July) their second €2 annual commemorative coins that remember the centenary anniversary of the union of the region of Thrace with the Greek State, which occurred in 1920
Oman: Commemorative banknote issued in celebration of Renaissance Day and as a memorial to late sultan
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The Central Bank of Oman has issued (9th July) 50-rial banknotes (USD 129
Greece: New €2 commemorative coin issued on the occasion of the centenary anniversary of union with Thrace
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The Bank of Greece has issued (16th July) their second €2 annual commemorative coins that remember the centenary anniversary of the union of the region of Thrace with the Greek State, which occurred in 1920
NGC certifies a Ceremonial Strike Basketball Hall of Fame Proof silver dollar
Sheryl Swoops, Tom Uram, and Julius Erving at the Ceremonial Strike event.
During the ceremony, numismatic dignitaries and basketball greats struck their own dome-shaped Basketball Hall of Fame Proof silver dollars
NGC certifies a First Strike Ceremony Basketball Hall of Fame Proof silver dollar
Sheryl Swoops, Tom Uram, and Julius Erving at the First Strike Ceremony.
During the ceremony, numismatic dignitaries and basketball greats struck their own dome-shaped Basketball Hall of Fame Proof silver dollars
Greece: New €2 commemorative coin issued on the occasion of the centenary anniversary of union with Thrace
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The Bank of Greece has issued (16th July) their second €2 annual commemorative coins that remember the centenary anniversary of the union of the region of Thrace with the Greek State, which occurred in 1920
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 5, 2020
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Oman: Commemorative banknote issued in celebration of Renaissance Day and as a memorial to late sultan
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The Central Bank of Oman has issued (9th July) 50-rial banknotes (USD 129
Oman: Commemorative banknote issued in celebration of Renaissance Day and as a memorial to late sultan
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The Central Bank of Oman has issued (9th July) 50-rial banknotes (USD 129
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 5, 2020
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Canada: New silver four-coin Proof set remembers Canada’s first national coinage
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The Royal Canadian Mint has released new four-coin silver Proof sets which are in remembrance of the 150th anniversary of Canada’s first national coinage issued after Confederation
Canada: New silver four-coin Proof set remembers Canada’s first national coinage
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The Royal Canadian Mint has released new four-coin silver Proof sets which are in remembrance of the 150th anniversary of Canada’s first national coinage issued after Confederation
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 28, 2020
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 28, 2020
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Germany: Silver Proof coins celebrate 900 years of the founding of the city of Freiburg
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The State Mint Sales Department of the German Finance Ministry and Munze Deutschland will shortly release new silver commemorative coins which are in observance of the 900th year of the founding of what has grown into Germany’s fourth-largest city
New special-edition Red Book celebrating the 1920–2020 centennial of the Manila Mint is sold out!
The front cover, back cover, and spine of the 1920–2020 Manila Mint special edition distinguish it from the regular-edition Red Book. 260 copies were printed; 48 were damaged in transit, leaving 212 for sale to collectors
Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee meets by teleconference June 23
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting by teleconference on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, from 9:00 a.m
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 14, 2020
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Andorra: New €2 commemorative coins announced in recognition of XXVII Ibero-American conference
The Servei Emissions Andorra has unveiled the design for their 2020-dated €2 commemorative coins in recognition of the upcoming Ibero-American Summit, which is scheduled to take place in November. The Principality of Andorra, the newest and smallest member of the Ibero-American Conference which became a full member in 2004, also assumed the current chairmanship of the conference in November 2018, will, in this capacity, host the XXVII Conference of Heads of State and Governments
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 7, 2020
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 7, 2020
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Andorra: New €2 commemorative coins announced in recognition of XXVII Ibero-American conference
The Servei Emissions Andorra has unveiled the design for their 2020-dated €2 commemorative coins in recognition of the upcoming Ibero-American Summit, which is scheduled to take place in November. The Principality of Andorra, the newest and smallest member of the Ibero-American Conference which became a full member in 2004, also assumed the current chairmanship of the conference in November 2018, will, in this capacity, host the XXVII Conference of Heads of State and Governments
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 7, 2020
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Counterfeit Coin Detection – 1915-S Panama-Pacific Half Dollar
By Max Spiegel, Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) ……… Tool marks, soft design details and dull surfaces help NGC graders identify a counterfeit coins, in this case a 1915-S Panama-Pacific Half Dollar. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Panama-Pacific Exposition, which was held in San Francisco in 1915 to celebrate the opening of the Panama […]
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It’s my 10th anniversary as a contributor to Coin Update and World Mint News Blog
Dear readers, it’s hard to believe, but this week marks 10 years since I first joined Coin Update and World Mint News Blog. My first submission in June 2010 was an interview I conducted with U
Estonia: Commemorative €2 coin designs announced and unveiled by Central Bank
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The Bank of Estonia unveiled (9th June) the two designs scheduled for release in 2021, as well as focusing on their themes and background for the subjects depicted
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 31, 2020
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 31, 2020
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Australia: Sixth effigy of Queen Elizabeth II features on new gold and silver Proof coin sets
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The Royal Australian Mint has released gold and silver Proof sets which now include the sixth effigy of HM Queen Elizabeth II to be seen on Australian coinage
Australia: Sixth effigy of Queen Elizabeth II features on new gold and silver Proof coin sets
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The Royal Australian Mint has released gold and silver Proof sets which now include the sixth effigy of HM Queen Elizabeth II to be seen on Australian coinage
2020 Basketball coins graded by PCGS, exclusive partner with Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
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2020 Basketball coins graded by PCGS, exclusive partner with Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
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2020 Basketball coins graded by PCGS, exclusive partner with Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
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2020 Basketball coins graded by PCGS, exclusive partner with Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
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Collecting Vatican coins
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Vatican City, the smallest independent state in the world that was founded in 1929, is located within the Italian capital of Rome
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 24, 2020
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 24, 2020
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Collecting Vatican coins
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Vatican City, the smallest independent state in the world that was founded in 1929, is located within the Italian capital of Rome
The 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Program is off the bench and NGC is ready to play
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Sarasota, Florida (May 26, 2020) — After delaying the planned April release of the 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins due to the coronavirus, the U
United Kingdom: Third and final £2 coin in the James Cook anniversary trilogy series released
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The Royal Mint has released (18th May) their third and final coin which is part of the three-year series and recognised the 250th anniversary and chronicled the three-year extraordinary journey of Captain James Cook and his crew aboard the HM Bark Endeavour, beginning in August 1768
The 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Program is off the bench and NGC is ready to play
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Sarasota, Florida (May 26, 2020) — After delaying the planned April release of the 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins due to the coronavirus, the U
United Kingdom: Third and final £2 coin in the James Cook anniversary trilogy series released
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The Royal Mint has released (18th May) their third and final coin which is part of the three-year series and recognised the 250th anniversary and chronicled the three-year extraordinary journey of Captain James Cook and his crew aboard the HM Bark Endeavour, beginning in August 1768
United States Mint opens sales for 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Program on June 4
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Washington — Products in the United States Mint (Mint) 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Program will go on sale June 4 at noon Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
United States Mint opens sales for 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Program on June 4
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Washington — Products in the United States Mint (Mint) 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Program will go on sale June 4 at noon Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
United States Mint opens sales for 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Program on June 4
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Washington — Products in the United States Mint (Mint) 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Program will go on sale June 4 at noon Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
Poland: New commemorative gold and silver coins remember the centenary anniversary of the birth of Saint John Paul II
The National Bank of Poland has issued (14th May) new gold and silver collector coins which are in observance of the centenary anniversary of the birth of Saint John Paul II. Remembered as the first-ever Polish Pontiff of the Holy See, John Paul II was the charismatic personality, who, for many in his homeland, hastened the end of communist control of the country
Poland: New commemorative gold and silver coins remember the centenary anniversary of the birth of Saint John Paul II
The National Bank of Poland has issued (14th May) new gold and silver collector coins which are in observance of the centenary anniversary of the birth of Saint John Paul II. Remembered as the first-ever Polish Pontiff of the Holy See, John Paul II was the charismatic personality, who, for many in his homeland, hastened the end of communist control of the country
Bowers on collecting: The latest book update
By Q. David Bowers
As you read these words I am immersed in writing a book for Whitman about the numismatic world from 1932 to date
NGC celebrates the 2020-S Basketball Hall of Fame Enhanced Finish half dollar
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Netherlands: 75 years of peace after World War II remembered on new gold and silver collector’s coins
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The Royal Dutch Mint has released (4th April) new collector coins which are in remembrance of the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands from the occupation of the Third Reich army during the Second World War
Netherlands: First strike ceremony conducted on live stream in celebration of the 75th anniversary of Liberation Day
Yesterday, the Royal Dutch Mint conducted their first strike ceremony for the first time on live stream to initiate production of the 10-euro gold and five-euro silver commemorative coins marking the 75th anniversary of Liberation Day. The ceremony was broadcast by the Royal Dutch Mint and was hosted by Mintmaster Stephan Satijn at the Royal Dutch Mint’s new production facilities in Houten
1892-S Morgan dollar, Uncirculated, $15 — no haggling!
How would you like an opportunity to spend less than $100, and get a collection of coins worth $250,000?
The following coins are for sale — prices firm, cash on the barrel head:
1880 Shield nickel, Unc. — $8
Taiwan: Commemorative gold and silver Proof coins to be released in celebration of presidential inauguration
The Central Bank of the Republic of China (Taiwan) announced on the 6 May the release of commemorative gold and silver coins in celebration of the inauguration ceremony of incumbent President Tsai Ing-wen and Vice President-elect Lai Ching‑te, which will be held on the 20 May. President Tsai won her second election as president of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Lai Ching‑te was chosen as her running mate for her second term
Netherlands: First strike ceremony conducted on live stream in celebration of the 75th anniversary of Liberation Day
Yesterday, the Royal Dutch Mint conducted their first strike ceremony for the first time on live stream to initiate production of the 10-euro gold and five-euro silver commemorative coins marking the 75th anniversary of Liberation Day. The ceremony was broadcast by the Royal Dutch Mint and was hosted by Mintmaster Stephan Satijn at the Royal Dutch Mint’s new production facilities in Houten
1892-S Morgan dollar, Uncirculated, $15 — no haggling!
How would you like an opportunity to spend less than $100, and get a collection of coins worth $250,000?
The following coins are for sale — prices firm, cash on the barrel head:
1880 Shield nickel, Unc. — $8
Netherlands: 75 years of peace after World War II remembered on new gold and silver collector’s coins
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The Royal Dutch Mint has released (4th April) new collector coins which are in remembrance of the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands from the occupation of the Third Reich army during the Second World War
United Kingdom: 75th anniversary of VE-Day remembered on new £2 commemorative coins
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The Royal Mint has released (4th May) new £2 commemorative coins remembering the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, which was celebrated throughout much of the European continent on the 8th May 1945
United Kingdom: 75th anniversary of VE-Day remembered on new £2 commemorative coins
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The Royal Mint has released (4th May) new £2 commemorative coins remembering the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, which was celebrated throughout much of the European continent on the 8th May 1945
United States Mint announces product on sale dates
The following comes from an e-mail sent to the press
The United States Mint (Mint) has updated its product schedule with the on-sale dates for the following numismatic items:
May 18: 2020 — ATB Weir Farm National Historic Site rolls and bags (20ABD-ABF, ARD-ARF)
May 18: 2020 America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin — Weir Farm National Historic Site — Connecticut (20AK)
May 18: Coin Roll Collector Box (K65)
June 1: 2020 Kennedy half dollar 200-Coin bag — P&D (20KA)
June 1: 2020 Kennedy Half Dollar Two-Roll Set — P&D (20KB)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Proof $5 gold coin (20CA)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Proof clad half dollar (20CE)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Proof silver dollar (20CC)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Uncirculated $5 gold coin (20CB)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Uncirculated clad half dollar (20CG)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Uncirculated silver dollar (20CD)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Enhanced Uncirculated Clad Half Dollar Kids Set (20CH)
Press releases will soon be issued with details about these products.
Congress created the United States Mint in 1792, and the Mint became part of the Department of the Treasury in 1873
United States Mint announces product on sale dates
The following comes from an e-mail sent to the press
The United States Mint (Mint) has updated its product schedule with the on-sale dates for the following numismatic items:
May 18: 2020 — ATB Weir Farm National Historic Site rolls and bags (20ABD-ABF, ARD-ARF)
May 18: 2020 America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin — Weir Farm National Historic Site — Connecticut (20AK)
May 18: Coin Roll Collector Box (K65)
June 1: 2020 Kennedy half dollar 200-Coin bag — P&D (20KA)
June 1: 2020 Kennedy Half Dollar Two-Roll Set — P&D (20KB)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Proof $5 gold coin (20CA)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Proof clad half dollar (20CE)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Proof silver dollar (20CC)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Uncirculated $5 gold coin (20CB)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Uncirculated clad half dollar (20CG)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Uncirculated silver dollar (20CD)
June 4: Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Enhanced Uncirculated Clad Half Dollar Kids Set (20CH)
Press releases will soon be issued with details about these products.
Congress created the United States Mint in 1792, and the Mint became part of the Department of the Treasury in 1873
Australia: New 2020 Olympic team collector coins features mint’s Olympic ambassadors
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The Royal Australian Mint has released new collector coins in support of the Tokyo Olympiad and the country’s Olympic athletes
United States Mint to resume San Francisco operations
The following comes from an e-mail sent to the press today
The United States Mint (Mint) facility at San Francisco will resume operations the morning of Monday, May 4, 2020, utilizing a reduced staffing plan in order to maintain social distancing. San Francisco operations were temporarily suspended on March 17, 2020, in order to reduce employee risk of exposure to COVID-19
Australia: New 2020 Olympic team collector coins features mint’s Olympic ambassadors
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The Royal Australian Mint has released new collector coins in support of the Tokyo Olympiad and the country’s Olympic athletes
United States Mint to resume San Francisco operations
The following comes from an e-mail sent to the press today
The United States Mint (Mint) facility at San Francisco will resume operations the morning of Monday, May 4, 2020, utilizing a reduced staffing plan in order to maintain social distancing. San Francisco operations were temporarily suspended on March 17, 2020, in order to reduce employee risk of exposure to COVID-19
Uram continuing as Chairman and Tucker as Numismatic Specialist on the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
CCAC members Tom Uram and Dennis Tucker with General Tony Taguba (middle) and the design of the Filipino Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal, June 2017. (Photo by Richard Jewell)
Uram Continuing as Chairman and Tucker as Numismatic Specialist on the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
CCAC members Tom Uram and Dennis Tucker with General Tony Taguba (middle) and the design of the Filipino Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal, June 2017. (Photo by Richard Jewell)
Thomas Uram and Dennis Tucker renominated on the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
CCAC members Tom Uram and Dennis Tucker with General Tony Taguba (middle) and the design of the Filipino Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal, June 2017. (Photo by Richard Jewell)
Thomas Uram and Dennis Tucker renominated on the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
CCAC members Tom Uram and Dennis Tucker with General Tony Taguba (middle) and the design of the Filipino Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal, June 2017. (Photo by Richard Jewell)
Thomas Uram and Dennis Tucker renominated on the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
CCAC members Tom Uram and Dennis Tucker with General Tony Taguba (middle) and the design of the Filipino Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal, June 2017. (Photo by Richard Jewell)
Uram continuing as Chairman and Tucker as Numismatic Specialist on the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
CCAC members Tom Uram and Dennis Tucker with General Tony Taguba (middle) and the design of the Filipino Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal, June 2017. (Photo by Richard Jewell)
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending April 19, 2020
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending April 19, 2020
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United States Mint announces design for 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver dollar
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) officially announced the design for the 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver dollar, celebrating the milestone 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment
United States Mint announces design for 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver dollar
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) officially announced the design for the 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver dollar, celebrating the milestone 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment
Women’s suffrage celebrated through coins and medals
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The following is an excerpt of an article by Stephanie Meredith on the website of the United States Mint
Mexico: New coin released in celebration of the 500th anniversary of the founding of the city of Veracruz
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The Banco de Mexico has released (22nd April) new commemorative circulation-type 20-peso coins (U
United States Mint announces design for 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver dollar
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) officially announces the design for the 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver dollar, celebrating the milestone 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment
United States Mint announces design for 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver medal
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) officially announced the design for the 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver medal
United States Mint announces design for 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver medal
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) officially announced the design for the 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver medal
United States Mint announces design for 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver dollar
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) officially announces the design for the 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver dollar, celebrating the milestone 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending April 12, 2020
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Denmark: New silver commemorative coins issued in celebration of Queen Margrethe II’s 80th birthday
The National Bank of Denmark has issued (16th April) new commemorative coins in celebration of the country’s crowned head of State, HM Queen Margrethe II, who was born in April 1940. As the eldest daughter of King Frederik IX, she succeeded him on the 14th January 1972, and the 31-year-old Princess was proclaimed HM Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, the Faeroe Islands, and Greenland
Denmark: New silver commemorative coins issued in celebration of Queen Margrethe II’s 80th birthday
The National Bank of Denmark has issued (16th April) new commemorative coins in celebration of the country’s crowned head of State, HM Queen Margrethe II, who was born in April 1940. As the eldest daughter of King Frederik IX, she succeeded him on the 14th January 1972, and the 31-year-old Princess was proclaimed HM Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, the Faeroe Islands, and Greenland
Inside the Mint: Privy marks on coins
The following is an excerpt of an article by Stephanie Meredith on the website of the United States Mint.
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Inside the Mint: Privy marks on coins
The following is an excerpt of an article by Stephanie Meredith on the website of the United States Mint.
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Think Commems are for Suckers? Seven You Should Own Even if You HATE COMMEMORATIVES
Think commemorative coins are for suckers? In many cases, you may be right. But there are great coins from the long-slighted series that should be in your collection and at today’s prices and you’d be a sucker not to consider picking a few of them up at these historically-low pricing levels. CoinWeek Editor Charles Morgan […]
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Think Commems Are for Suckers? Seven You Should Own Even if You HATE COMMEMORATIVES
Think commemorative coins are for suckers? In many cases, you may be right. But there are great coins from the long-slighted series that should be in your collection and at today’s prices and you’d be a sucker not to consider picking a few of them up at these historically low pricing levels. CoinWeek Editor Charles […]
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Limited edition Apollo 13 coins with astronaut autograph
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PCGS Grades and Certifies Fred Haise Signed Commemorative Coins
Kennedy Space Center, Florida (April 4, 2020) — A very limited number of 2019 Apollo gold, silver, and clad commemorative coins have been graded and encapsulated by Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) with special Apollo 13 50th anniversary inserts, each autographed by Lunar Module Pilot Fred Haise to commemorate his historic mission
Limited edition Apollo 13 coins with astronaut autograph
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PCGS Grades and Certifies Fred Haise Signed Commemorative Coins
Kennedy Space Center, Florida (April 4, 2020) — A very limited number of 2019 Apollo gold, silver, and clad commemorative coins have been graded and encapsulated by Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) with special Apollo 13 50th anniversary inserts, each autographed by Lunar Module Pilot Fred Haise to commemorate his historic mission
Limited edition Apollo 13 coins with astronaut autograph
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PCGS Grades and Certifies Fred Haise Signed Commemorative Coins
Kennedy Space Center, Florida (April 4, 2020) — A very limited number of 2019 Apollo gold, silver, and clad commemorative coins have been graded and encapsulated by Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) with special Apollo 13 50th anniversary inserts, each autographed by Lunar Module Pilot Fred Haise to commemorate his historic mission
NGC special labels for 2020-W quarters with WWII Privy Mark
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On 2020 “W” mint mark America the Beautiful quarters
The following comes from an e-mail sent to the press:
The period from May 8 to September 2, 2020, marks the 75th anniversary of the conclusion of World War II. In recognition of this significant anniversary, the Mint will manufacture “W” mint mark quarters that feature a special privy mark signifying the allied victory in World War II
On 2020 “W” mint mark America the Beautiful quarters
The following comes from an e-mail sent to the press:
The period from May 8 to September 2, 2020, marks the 75th anniversary of the conclusion of World War II. In recognition of this significant anniversary, the Mint will manufacture “W” mint mark quarters that feature a special privy mark signifying the allied victory in World War II
March 11, 2020, CCAC meeting: 2021 American Innovation $1 coin — North Carolina
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March 11, 2020, CCAC meeting: 2021 American Innovation $1 coin — North Carolina
Image by Florian Hirzinger under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license
In the wake of the outbreak of the Wuhan strain of the COVID-19 virus, we need our hobby and activity more than ever
The Wuhan strain of the COVID-19 virus has, for the most part, overtaken world headlines as many countries battle an unseen enemy. It’s hard to believe, just eight weeks ago, that many of us in the coin industry were attending the World Money Fair in Berlin
Initial collector reactions to new 2021 Morgan and Peace dollar legislation
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Initial collector reactions to new 2021 Morgan and Peace dollar legislation
Image by Florian Hirzinger under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license
Initial collector reactions to new 2021 Morgan and Peace dollar legislation
Image by Florian Hirzinger under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license
March 11, 2020, CCAC meeting: 2021 American Innovation $1 coin — New Hampshire
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March 11, 2020, CCAC meeting: 2021 American Innovation $1 coin — New York
Image by Florian Hirzinger under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license
Namibia: New commemorative polymer banknote issued in observance of the 30th anniversary of independence
The Bank of Namibia has released (21st March) new $30 (U.S
March 10, 2020, CCAC meeting: Barbara Bush Gold Coin and Bronze Medal Program
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United Kingdom: Peter Rabbit hops onto new 50-pence coins in time for Easter — and for the very last time
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The Royal Mint has announced (19th March) the return of one of the most famous and best-loved children’s literary characters, Peter Rabbit, onto UK commemorative 50-pence coins for one last time
British Antarctic Territory: New 50-pence coin released in recognition of the 220th birthday of explorer James Clark Ross
The treasury of the British Antarctic Territory has released (12th March) new commemorative coins in recognition of the 220th birthday of British explorer Sir James Clark Ross (1800–1862), who is credited with his detailed expedition to the Antarctic coastline.
Fortunately, the two ships were constructed as bombs vessels, which meant they both had solid hulls designed to withstand the recoil from the mortar bombs that they fired
The 1920 Maine Centennial half dollar
In two days, the United States Postal Service’s 2020 Maine Bicentennial stamp will go into circulation. A 55-cent “Forever” stamp, the piece features the painting, Sea at Ogunquit, by Edward Hopper
United Kingdom: “Most popular poet,” William Wordsworth, honoured on new commemorative crown coins
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The Royal Mint has launched (9th March) new gold and silver commemorative crown coins on the 250th anniversary of the birth of one of the country’s most beloved poets and regarded the world over as one of the greatest authors to have ever written in the English language
Netherlands: New gold and silver medals celebrate Eurovision Song Contest’s 65th anniversary, hosted this year in Rotterdam
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The Royal Dutch Mint has produced new gold and silver collector’s medals in celebration of one of Europe’s best-known talent contests: The indomitable Eurovision Song Contest
2020 Basketball Hall of Fame coin designer Donna Weaver signing labels exclusively with NGC
Nothing but net: Donna Weaver’s design for the reverse of the 2020 basketball coins captures the essence of the game.
Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) is proud to announce that Donna Weaver, the designer of the U
United Kingdom: 007’s most challenging mission on new gold and silver collector coins
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The Royal Mint has released (2nd March) a new range of collector coins which features the world’s most well-known and best-loved undercover agents, James Bond
High-value “cherrypicker” coins take the stage at the ANA National Money Show
Cherrypickers’ Guide volume editor Larry Briggs, author Bill Fivaz, associate editor Brandon Hall, and publisher Dennis Tucker at the ANA National Money Show, February 27, 2020.
Bill Fivaz, coauthor of the Cherrypickers’ Guide to Rare Die Varieties of United States Coins, and Dennis Tucker, publisher at Whitman Publishing, along with Whitman Associate Editor Brandon Hall, spoke to a standing-room-only audience at the American Numismatic Association’s National Money Show on Thursday, February 27, 2020, in Atlanta
United States Mint hosts ceremonial strike of 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Program coin
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Bowers on collecting: Collecting Liberty Seated quarters
By Q. David Bowers
Collecting United States coins by mintmark varieties did not become popular until the publication in 1893 of Augustus G
CIT: Majestic Eagle
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Cayman Islands: New commemorative dollar banknote issued to celebrate constitution anniversary
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority and Cayman Islands government have issued (28th January) new $1 commemorative banknotes (U.S
United Kingdom: Brexit 50-pence collector editions released for circulation
The Royal Mint has released collector editions of the Brexit coins, produced in recognition of the British exit from the European Union. After 47 years, as part of the single market developed initially as the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC), an organisation of six European countries was established in 1951 to regulate their industrial production under a centralised authority
United Kingdom: Brexit 50-pence collector editions released for circulation
The Royal Mint has released collector editions of the Brexit coins, produced in recognition of the British exit from the European Union. After 47 years, as part of the single market developed initially as the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC), an organisation of six European countries was established in 1951 to regulate their industrial production under a centralised authority
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending January 12, 2020
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Bowers on collecting: Still makes sense!
Today in 2020 many people are obsessed with high grades. It is a fact that most current coins sold at a premium by the United States Mint—commemoratives and Proofs being examples—approach perfection and can be graded 68 to 70
NGC signs exclusive Signature Label deal with award-winning coin designer Chris Costello
The Costello-designed 2019 America the Beautiful San Antonio Missions quarter reverse (NGC PF-70 Ultra Cameo) with Costello’s NGC Signature Label. Images by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation
NGC signs exclusive Signature Label deal with award-winning coin designer Chris Costello
The Costello-designed 2019 America the Beautiful San Antonio Missions quarter reverse (NGC PF-70 Ultra Cameo) with Costello’s NGC Signature Label. Images by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation
CoinWeek Podcast #126: Collecting Medals in America
CoinWeek Podcast #126: Collecting Medals in America Mobile phone users. Stream this podcast for free by downloading the podomatic app or subscribe to the CoinWeek Podcast on iTunes. CoinWeek sits down with So-Called Dollars expert Jeff Shevlin to talk about the ebb and flow of medal collecting in America. For generations, American communities commemorated important moments with the production […]
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Bowers on collecting: Still makes sense!
By Q. David Bowers
Today in 2020 many people are obsessed with high grades
Bowers on collecting: Still makes sense!
Today in 2020 many people are obsessed with high grades. It is a fact that most current coins sold at a premium by the United States Mint—commemoratives and Proofs being examples—approach perfection and can be graded 68 to 70
United Kingdom: New “BREXIT” coins set for release on day UK departs the European Union
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Her Majesty’s Treasury has announced that the commemorative 50-pence coins minted to mark the departure of the UK from the European Union are scheduled for release on Friday, the 31st January — the day of the country’s actual departure
January 21, 2020, CCAC meeting: End of World War II 75th Anniversary medals and 24-karat gold coin
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United Kingdom: Renowned rock band Queen launches new “Music Legends” collector coin series
The Royal Mint has launched (20th January) a new collector coin series entitled “Music Legends,” which honours some of the world’s best and most admired music whose origins stem from the United Kingdom. Launching this groundbreaking series is the iconic band, Queen, which is the first time that a British band has been celebrated on British coinage
Australia: Indian Pacific celebrated with a new 50-cent colour-designed commemorative coin
The Royal Australian Mint has released new commemorative 50-cent coins which are in celebration of the 50 years of the journey beyond rail expeditions’ revered Indian Pacific service. The service, which is truly one of the only genuine worldwide coast to coast railway lines, celebrates the 50th anniversary of its founding
United Kingdom: Royal Mint unveils new commemorative coins for 2020
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The Royal Mint has unveiled (1st January) the various commemorative coins which will be issued during 2020, and the subjects covered this year are as diverse as has been seen in many years
Commemoratives on Block for Heritage Sale
In a sale set to close Jan. 15, Heritage Auctions offered classic silver and gold commemoratives in its U.S
The Franklin Mint’s legacy for modern numismatics
The since-demolished Franklin Mint Museum next to the former headquarters in Wawa, Pennsylvania.
On December 21, Joseph Segel, a lifelong entrepreneur, best known for starting two iconic businesses, the Franklin Mint and QVC home shopping network, among other businesses, died at the age of 88 of congestive heart failure in Gladwyne, PA
The Franklin Mint’s legacy for modern numismatics
The since-demolished Franklin Mint Museum next to the former headquarters in Wawa, Pennsylvania.
By Louis Golino
On December 21, Joseph Segel, a lifelong entrepreneur, best known for starting two iconic businesses, the Franklin Mint and QVC home shopping network, among other businesses, died at the age of 88 of congestive heart failure in Gladwyne, PA
2020 Happy Birthday Coin Set to be released on January 3, 2020
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On January 3, 2020, at 12:00 noon (ET) the Mint will release its first two products of the new year: The 2020 Birth Set (2oRD) and the 2020 Happy Birthday Coin Set (20RE)
50 years of CIT Coin Invest — 50 years of coin innovations
CIT Coin Invest’s team around Dr. Günther Gruber, sitting on the right-hand side in the first row
Georgia American Innovation $1 coin products on sale December 19
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for products containing American Innovation $1 coins honoring Georgia on December 19 at noon EST. The Uncirculated coins are produced at the Mint’s Philadelphia and Denver facilities
Switzerland: Tennis legend Roger Federer featured on new silver commemorative coin
The Swiss Federal Mint has launched (2nd December) new commemorative silver coins, which, for the first time in its history, is dedicated to a living person — tennis legend Roger Federer. As well as probably being Switzerland’s most successful individual sportsman, he is also the perfect ambassador for Switzerland
100th anniversary of the death of Peter Carl Fabergé: Apple blossom egg
Mongolia. 1,000 togrog
Bill Fivaz will update the hobby on cherrypicking coin die varieties at the ANA National Money Show, February 27, 2020
Dennis Tucker and Bill Fivaz reviewing die varieties at a November 21, 2019, editorial meeting.
(Pelham, Alabama) — Bill Fivaz, coauthor of the Cherrypickers’ Guide to Rare Die Varieties of United States Coins, will give an overview of today’s hobby and the market at the American Numismatic Association’s National Money Show on February 27, 2020, in Atlanta
Bill Fivaz will update the hobby on cherrypicking coin die varieties at the ANA National Money Show, February 27, 2020
Dennis Tucker and Bill Fivaz reviewing die varieties at a November 21, 2019, editorial meeting.
(Pelham, Alabama) — Bill Fivaz, coauthor of the Cherrypickers’ Guide to Rare Die Varieties of United States Coins, will give an overview of today’s hobby and the market at the American Numismatic Association’s National Money Show on February 27, 2020, in Atlanta
Estonia: 100th anniversary of the University of Tartu celebrated on new €2 coins
The Bank of Estonia has officially launched (19th November) their second commemorative two-euro coin for 2019 which is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the re-establishment of the University in Tartu. As part of the official launch, a special strike was presented in the White Hall of the Tartu University Museum at 12:00 pm on the day
Australia: Centenary anniversary of Qantas, the national airlines, celebrated on new dollar coin
The Royal Australian Mint has unveiled (15th November) new commemorative dollar coins to mark the centenary anniversary of Australia’s national airline carrier, Qantas. From humble beginnings in outback Queensland, the flying kangaroo remains an integral part of Australia’s renowned aviation industry and today is a poignant reminder of just how far the country’s aviation industry has come
New appointee joins Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
Washington — The United States Mint announced the appointment of Dr. Lawrence S
Scotland: New modified design unveiled for £20 polymer banknote
The Bank of Scotland has unveiled (7th November) the modified design which will be included on their latest £20 banknote. In keeping with the specifications of circulation banknotes, which are taken from Bank of England banknotes, the new £20 banknotes will be printed on polymer and will also be reduced in their dimensions
United Kingdom: Holiday favourite, The Snowman, features a new design for 2019
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The Royal Mint has launched (5th November) new holiday-themed collector coins in time for the gift-giving season
India: Silver commemorative coins celebrate 150th anniversary of the birth of the Mahatma
The Reserve Bank of India has issued silver commemorative coins in remembrance of the 150th anniversary of the birth of the country’s national hero, Mohandas K. Gandhi — otherwise affectionately known as the Mahatma, or, “venerable soul
India: Silver commemorative coins celebrate 150th anniversary of the birth of the Mahatma
The Reserve Bank of India has issued silver commemorative coins in remembrance of the 150th anniversary of the birth of the country’s national hero, Mohandas K. Gandhi — otherwise affectionately known as the Mahatma, or, “venerable soul
United Kingdom: Holiday favourite, The Snowman, features a new design for 2019
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The Royal Mint has launched (5th November) new holiday-themed collector coins in time for the gift-giving season
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 27, 2019
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United Kingdom: The beagle has landed! Latest collector coins feature clay characters Wallace & Gromit
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The Royal Mint has launched (29th October) new coins celebrating the 30th anniversary since the creation of the lovable clay-made characters, Wallace & Gromit
United Kingdom: The beagle has landed! Latest collector coins feature clay characters Wallace & Gromit
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The Royal Mint has launched (29th October) new coins celebrating the 30th anniversary since the creation of the lovable clay-made characters, Wallace & Gromit
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 20, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 20, 2019
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Die variety photographs welcomed for new Cherrypickers’ Guide, Sixth Edition, Volume II
Bill Fivaz reviewing Cherrypickers’ Guide entries at an October 24, 2019, editorial meeting.
Die variety photographs welcomed for new Cherrypickers’ Guide, Sixth Edition, Volume II
Cherrypickers’ Guide coauthor Bill Fivaz working on the upcoming Cherrypickers’ Guide, Sixth Edition, Volume II, at an editorial meeting on October 24, 2019.
(Pelham, Alabama) — Whitman Publishing is calling on the hobby community for photographs of die varieties of U
Die variety photographs welcomed for new Cherrypickers’ Guide, Sixth Edition, Volume II
Bill Fivaz reviewing Cherrypickers’ Guide entries at an October 24, 2019, editorial meeting.
(Pelham, Alabama) — Whitman Publishing is calling on the hobby community for photographs of die varieties of U
Die variety photographs welcomed for new Cherrypickers’ Guide, Sixth Edition, Volume II
Cherrypickers’ Guide coauthor Bill Fivaz working on the upcoming Cherrypickers’ Guide, Sixth Edition, Volume II, at an editorial meeting on October 24, 2019.
(Pelham, Alabama) — Whitman Publishing is calling on the hobby community for photographs of die varieties of U
U.S. coin designer Emily Damstra signs exclusive PCGS signature label deal
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(Santa Ana, California) — Emily Damstra, a natural science illustrator and current U
East India Company and St. Helena launch annual gold coin series with new Una and the lion gold three-coin set
The East India Company Bullion Ltd, in association with the government of St. Helena, has launched (10th October) a new collector gold set of coins which is in remembrance of the bicentenary anniversary of the birth of Queen Victoria
October 15, 2019, CCAC meeting: George Washington Crossing the Delaware River quarter
Background photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
On Tuesday, October 15, at 9:30 a
October 15, 2019, CCAC meeting: George Washington Crossing the Delaware River quarter
Background photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
On Tuesday, October 15, at 9:30 a
McAuliffe Silver Dollar Bill Signed Into Law
Commemorative silver dollar coins paying tribute to American teacher and astronaut Christa McAuliffe will be a reality in 2021 thanks to the recent advancement of authorizing legislation.
The bill, termed the Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Coin Act of 2019, passed the Senate July 9. It then passed the House on Sept
NGC-certified Continental dollar realizes $180,000 at Heritage auction
1776 Continental dollar, graded NGC MS-65, realized $180,000.
Pewter coin from the founding of the United States is graded NGC MS-65
Counterfeit detection: Altered 1922 Grant commemorative half dollar
1922 Grant half dollar, with star, NGC MS-67. Hover to zoom
Q. David Bowers on Bill Bierly’s In God We Trust
(Pelham, Alabama) — In November 2019 Whitman Publishing will release William Bierly’s In God We Trust: The American Civil War, Money, Banking, and Religion. The 352-page hardcover volume will be available from booksellers and hobby shops nationwide, and online
Q. David Bowers on Bill Bierly’s In God We Trust
(Pelham, Alabama) — In November 2019 Whitman Publishing will release William Bierly’s In God We Trust: The American Civil War, Money, Banking, and Religion. The 352-page hardcover volume will be available from booksellers and hobby shops nationwide, and online
Q. David Bowers on Bill Bierly’s In God We Trust
(Pelham, Alabama) — In November 2019 Whitman Publishing will release William Bierly’s In God We Trust: The American Civil War, Money, Banking, and Religion. The 352-page hardcover volume will be available from booksellers and hobby shops nationwide, and online
Counterfeit detection: Altered 1922 Grant commemorative half dollar
1922 Grant half dollar, with star, NGC MS-67. Hover to zoom
Romania: New silver Proof coin issued in remembrance of the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Northern Transylvania
The Banca Nationala a’ Romaniei will release (14th October) new commemorative silver Proof coins which are in remembrance of the 75th anniversary of the return of Northern Transylvania to Romania.
Northern Transylvania, a region previously part of the defeated Austro-Hungarian Empire, was awarded to the Kingdom of Romania after the Great War and by the 1920 Treaty of Versailles, though not formally ratified
NGC-certified 1776 Continental dollar a highlight of Heritage sale in Dallas
Heritage Auctions is offering the high-grade rarity in October 17-19 event.
A 1776 Continental dollar graded NGC MS-65 is among the coins certified by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) that are expected to draw high bids at an October 2019 sale presented in Dallas by Heritage Auctions, the collectibles auction powerhouse
Community Voice Responses: Oct. 29, 2019
From the October 4 Numismatic News E-NewsLetter
What subject would you like to see featured on a commemorative coin?
Here are some answers sent in from our E-Newsletter readers
I would like to see the Battle of Lake Erie.
Mike Bondi
Cicero, N.Y
Poland: Commemorative banknote issued to honour centenary of first national currency
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The National Bank of Poland has released new commemorative banknotes which remember the country’s first currency issued just after the re-establishment of Polish independence following the conclusion of the First World War
Cambodia: New commemorative banknotes issued in celebration of king’s coronation anniversary
The National Bank of Cambodia has released (7th October) new commemorative banknotes of 15,000 riels (U.S
Reforming the commemorative coin process is an uphill battle
Many collectors of modern U.S
Reforming the commemorative coin process is an uphill battle
By Louis Golino
Many collectors of modern U.S
Reforming the commemorative coin process is an uphill battle
By Louis Golino
Many collectors of modern U.S
Reforming the commemorative coin process is an uphill battle
Many collectors of modern U.S
Cambodia: New commemorative banknotes issued in celebration of king’s coronation anniversary
The National Bank of Cambodia has released (7th October) new commemorative banknotes of 15,000 riels (U.S
Q&A: Is the 1936 Arkansas Centennial commemorative coin the only U.S. coin to bear the portrait of a living person?
Arkansas Centennial commemorative silver half dollar. Hover to zoom
Q&A: Is the 1936 Arkansas Centennial commemorative coin the only U.S. coin to bear the portrait of a living person?
Arkansas Centennial commemorative silver half dollar. Hover to zoom
U.S. Mint plans to honor astronaut and teacher, Christa McAuliffe, with new silver dollar
The STS-51L crewmembers are: in the back row from left to right: Mission Specialist, Ellison S. Onizuka, Teacher in Space Participant Sharon Christa McAuliffe, Payload Specialist, Greg Jarvis and Mission Specialist, Judy Resnik
U.S. Mint plans to honor astronaut and teacher, Christa McAuliffe, with new silver dollar
The STS-51L crewmembers are: in the back row from left to right: Mission Specialist, Ellison S. Onizuka, Teacher in Space Participant Sharon Christa McAuliffe, Payload Specialist, Greg Jarvis and Mission Specialist, Judy Resnik
Bowers on collecting: Columbus Day
By Q. David Bowers
After sailing over the ocean blue, Christopher Columbus and his crew discovered America on October 12, 1492
Bowers on collecting: Columbus Day
By Q. David Bowers
After sailing over the ocean blue, Christopher Columbus and his crew discovered America on October 12, 1492
Bowers on collecting: Columbus Day
After sailing over the ocean blue, Christopher Columbus and his crew discovered America on October 12, 1492. It is not that America had been lost in the first place, as it was well populated by native tribes in the north and south
Belgium: Brussels’ notable sculpture, Manneken Pis, celebrates 400th birthday with new coin
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The National Bank of Belgium will issue new collector coins which are in observance of the 400th anniversary of the placement of one of the country’s most recognised national symbols — the little statue of Manneken Pis
U.S. Mint plans to honor astronaut and teacher, Christa McAuliffe, with new silver dollar
The STS-51L crewmembers are: in the back row from left to right: Mission Specialist, Ellison S. Onizuka, Teacher in Space Participant Sharon Christa McAuliffe, Payload Specialist, Greg Jarvis and Mission Specialist, Judy Resnik
Louisiana Purchase Exposition Dollars
Shown here are examples of the two 1903 Louisiana Purchase Exposition gold dollars. Jefferson is on the left with McKinley on the right. (Images courtesy of Heritage Auctions)
U.S. Mint plans to honor astronaut and teacher, Christa McAuliffe, with new silver dollar
The STS-51L crewmembers are: in the back row from left to right: Mission Specialist, Ellison S. Onizuka, Teacher in Space Participant Sharon Christa McAuliffe, Payload Specialist, Greg Jarvis and Mission Specialist, Judy Resnik
Belgium: Brussels’ notable sculpture, Manneken Pis, celebrates 400th birthday with new coin
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The National Bank of Belgium will issue new collector coins which are in observance of the 400th anniversary of the placement of one of the country’s most recognised national symbols — the little statue of Manneken Pis
Paul Laurence Dunbar Commemorative Coin Act Proposed
Paul Laurence Dunbar. (Image taken from The Booklovers Magazine, July 1903)
Representative Eleanor Holmes Norton introduced Bill H.R
United Kingdom: 50th anniversary of first issue of iconic seven-sided 50-pence coin officially celebrated
The Royal Mint has released (24th September) new commemorative coins which celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first issue of the country’s still distinctive and now iconic seven-sided 50-pence coins. As the United Kingdom revised their currency system in 1971 to adopt a decimal system, a new denomination was to emerge
United Kingdom: 50th anniversary of first issue of iconic seven-sided 50-pence coin officially celebrated
The Royal Mint has released (24th September) new commemorative coins which celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first issue of the country’s still distinctive and now iconic seven-sided 50-pence coins. As the United Kingdom revised their currency system in 1971 to adopt a decimal system, a new denomination was to emerge
Monaco: 2019-dated annual commemorative €2 featuring Prince Honore V released
The Trésorerie Générale des Finances du Gouvernement Princier de Monaco has released their widely anticipated €2 commemorative coin on the 12th September. The theme and design of their 2019-dated €2 commemorative coin are in tribute to the 200th anniversary of the accession of Sovereign Prince Honore V (1778–1841)
First 2019 American Innovation $1 coin on sale on September 19
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for rolls and bags of American Innovation $1 coins representing Delaware starting September 19 at noon EDT. This is the first of four 2019 American Innovation $1 coins the Mint will release this year
First 2019 American Innovation™ $1 Coin on Sale on September 19
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for rolls and bags of American Innovation $1 coins representing Delaware starting September 19 at noon EDT. This is the first of four 2019 American Innovation $1 coins the Mint will release this year
PCGS announces partnership with Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
As its exclusive grading service, PCGS will create special HOF inserts for certified 2020 basketball commemorative coins
Newport Beach, CA (September 16, 2019) — Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) is partnering with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on a 2020 basketball commemorative coin program.
The planned $5 denomination gold, $1 silver, and 50-cent clad legal tender coins to be struck by the United States Mint will honor the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame’s 60th anniversary
PCGS announces partnership with Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
As its exclusive grading service, PCGS will create special HOF inserts for certified 2020 basketball commemorative coins
Newport Beach, CA (September 16, 2019) — Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) is partnering with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on a 2020 basketball commemorative coin program.
The planned $5 denomination gold, $1 silver, and 50-cent clad legal tender coins to be struck by the United States Mint will honor the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame’s 60th anniversary
2019 American Innovation $1 coin featuring Delaware to be released September 19 at noon
Delaware is the first state to be highlighted in the American Innovation $1 Coin Program, and on September 19 at 12 noon (ET), the Mint will release four different product options for the coin. The Delaware coin features Annie Jump Cannon, an internationally renowned astronomer born in Delaware
2019 American Innovation $1 coin featuring Delaware to be released September 19 at noon
Delaware is the first state to be highlighted in the American Innovation $1 Coin Program, and on September 19 at 12 noon (ET), the Mint will release four different product options for the coin. The Delaware coin features Annie Jump Cannon, an internationally renowned astronomer born in Delaware
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 1, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 1, 2019
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United States Mint unveils 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame coin designs
Springfield, MA — The United States Mint unveiled designs for the 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Coin Program today during the 2019 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Springfield Symphony Hall.
The designs will be featured on three dome-shaped coins: A $5 gold, a $1 silver, and a half-dollar clad
United States Mint unveils 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame coin designs
Springfield, MA — The United States Mint unveiled designs for the 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Coin Program today during the 2019 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Springfield Symphony Hall.
The designs will be featured on three dome-shaped coins: A $5 gold, a $1 silver, and a half-dollar clad
United States Mint unveils 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame coin designs
Springfield, MA — The United States Mint unveiled designs for the 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Coin Program today during the 2019 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Springfield Symphony Hall.
The designs will be featured on three dome-shaped coins: A $5 gold, a $1 silver, and a half-dollar clad
International event examines future for circulating coins
A new conference will examine the future role of coins as they continue to play an essential and intrinsic part of cash-based payments — which cannot function effectively without them.
With overcapacity, rising material costs, hoarding, the removal of low-value coins, and the growth of m-payments and contactless cards, which are chipping away at the use of coins for low-value payments, circulating coins are currently under pressure
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 25, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 25, 2019
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Morocco: Commemorative banknotes celebrate 20th anniversary of accession of King Mohammed VI
The Bank Al-Maghrib announced (21st August) the release of commemorative banknotes of 20 dirhams that celebrate the 20th anniversary of the accession of HM King Mohammed VI in 1999. After a rule of 38 years, King Hassan II, father of the current king, died at the age of 70
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 18, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 18, 2019
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Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame plans year-long promotion of 2020 basketball commemorative coins
Photo by bcjordan.
By Louis Golino
Next year coin collectors will have the opportunity to add a third dome-shaped U
Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame plans year-long promotion of 2020 basketball commemorative coins
Photo by bcjordan.
By Louis Golino
Next year coin collectors will have the opportunity to add a third dome-shaped U
Canada: Circulation set features “everlasting Canadian icons” on new colour 50-cent collector coin
The Royal Canadian Mint has released new mint sets which include a special coin in tribute to the iconic reverse designs seen on the reverse side of circulation coins. Without a doubt, the reverse side designs are Canada’s coin superstars
Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame plans year-long promotion of 2020 basketball commemorative coins
Next year coin collectors will have the opportunity to add a third dome-shaped U.S
Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame plans year-long promotion of 2020 basketball commemorative coins
Next year coin collectors will have the opportunity to add a third dome-shaped U.S
United States Mint unveiled 2019 American Innovation $1 Coin Program designs
Rosemont, Illinois — The United States Mint unveiled the official designs last week for the four 2019 coins in its American Innovation $1 Coin Program. The unveiling took place at the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money in the Donald E
United States Mint unveiled 2019 American Innovation $1 Coin Program designs
Rosemont, Illinois — The United States Mint unveiled the official designs last week for the four 2019 coins in its American Innovation $1 Coin Program. The unveiling took place at the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money in the Donald E
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 11, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 11, 2019
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United Kingdom: Adventurous travelling bear, Paddington, out and about in the city of London once again on new coins
The Royal Mint has released (13th August) two new commemorative coins featuring one of the world’s most lovable children’s characters, Paddington Bear. Following up on the popularity of the 2018-dated 50-pence coins which saw Paddington visit his namesake train station and the guards outside Buckingham Palace, the latest coins depict Paddington’s adventures to two of the capital’s most iconic landmarks: The Royal Mint’s former home, the Tower of London, and St
United Kingdom: Plans to mint “Brexit” coin revisited in time for departure date
It has been reported that plans to mint a commemorative coin to mark the departure of the United Kingdom from the European Union have gained traction once again as Britain’s Finance Minister is understood to have scheduled production for the coins.
Mainstream media in the UK has published information that British chancellor Sajid Javid has asked officials to look into whether it would be possible to produce the circulation-quality 50-pence coins in volume that could be ready for the UK’s scheduled EU departure date on the 31st October
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 4, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 4, 2019
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Bowers on collecting: Suggestions for the U.S. Mint
By Q. David Bowers
Within a few days, I and thousands of others will be in Rosemont, Illinois, attending the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money
Bowers on collecting: Suggestions for the U.S. Mint
By Q. David Bowers
Within a few days, I and thousands of others will be in Rosemont, Illinois, attending the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money
2019 Apollo 11 Proof silver and gold dollar Kennedy-Apollo 11 intaglio prints
On August 7 at noon (ET), the United States Mint and the Bureau of Engraving and Printing will release a joint 2019 Apollo 11 Proof dollar and a Kennedy-Apollo 11 intaglio Print in gold (19XA1) and silver (19XA2) versions. The mintage limit across all products is 400,000, while there are no product or household order limits
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 28, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 28, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 28, 2019
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Japan: Designs for Olympic-themed 500-yen commemorative coins unveiled
The Japanese Finance Ministry has unveiled (29th July) the first two commemorative coin designs which will be issued in 2020 to celebrate the XXXII Olympiad that will be hosted by the City of Tokyo. The next Olympic Games will be held in the capital city of Tokyo from the 24th July to the 9th August and will be the second time Japan has hosted the Summer Games
Legislation authorizing 2021 Morgan and Peace silver dollars to benefit American Numismatic Association
Collectors Urged to Contact Congressional Representatives for Support
Coin collectors soon could purchase a 2021-CC Morgan silver dollar and simultaneously support the American Numismatic Association (ANA).
Legislation was introduced on July 15 (House Bill 3757) to authorize production of 2021 Morgan and Peace silver dollars to mark the transition in 1921 from the Morgan to the Peace designs
Legislation authorizing 2021 Morgan and Peace silver dollars to benefit American Numismatic Association
Collectors Urged to Contact Congressional Representatives for Support
Coin collectors soon could purchase a 2021-CC Morgan silver dollar and simultaneously support the American Numismatic Association (ANA).
Legislation was introduced on July 15 (House Bill 3757) to authorize production of 2021 Morgan and Peace silver dollars to mark the transition in 1921 from the Morgan to the Peace designs
Legislation authorizing 2021 Morgan and Peace silver dollars to benefit American Numismatic Association
Collectors Urged to Contact Congressional Representatives for Support
Coin collectors soon could purchase a 2021-CC Morgan silver dollar and simultaneously support the American Numismatic Association (ANA).
Legislation was introduced on July 15 (House Bill 3757) to authorize production of 2021 Morgan and Peace silver dollars to mark the transition in 1921 from the Morgan to the Peace designs
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 21, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 21, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 21, 2019
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Coins and medals released at Chicago ANA show: Special NGC labels and designations
NGC has various designations and labels available for the coins and medals being released at the World’s Fair of Money in Chicago in August 2019. Special submission instructions must be followed
28 years later: The 1991 Korean War Memorial silver dollar
66 years ago, the Korean Armistice Agreement was signed by U.S
July 17, 2019 CCAC meeting: Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins, part two
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
On Wednesday, July 17, at 9:30 a
July 17, 2019 CCAC meeting: Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins, part two
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
On Wednesday, July 17, at 9:30 a
July 17, 2019 CCAC meeting: Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
On Wednesday, July 17, at 9:30 a
July 17, 2019 CCAC meeting: Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
On Wednesday, July 17, at 9:30 a
NGC launches limited edition astronaut autograph labels
The program is an exciting way to celebrate space-themed coins while supporting the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation.
Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) has expanded its collaboration with the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF) to create limited edition labels individually hand-signed by American astronauts
July 17, 2019 CCAC meeting: Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
On Wednesday, July 17, at 9:30 a.m
July 17, 2019 CCAC meeting: Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
On Wednesday, July 17, at 9:30 a.m
Thomas Uram’s numismatic journey: From young Lincoln cent collector to the “Super Bowl of numismatics”
By Louis Golino
Thomas Uram began collecting coins in 1971 and joined the ANA as a junior member in 1974. In addition to having been a collector for almost a half-century and an award-winning exhibitor and certified award judge at many coin shows, Tom is a key leader within the numismatic community involved in several of the leading organizations
Thomas Uram’s numismatic journey: From young Lincoln cent collector to the “Super Bowl of numismatics”
By Louis Golino
Thomas Uram began collecting coins in 1971 and joined the ANA as a junior member in 1974. In addition to having been a collector for almost a half-century and an award-winning exhibitor and certified award judge at many coin shows, Tom is a key leader within the numismatic community involved in several of the leading organizations
Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee will meet on July 17
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting, from 9:30 a.m
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 14, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 14, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 14, 2019
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Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee will meet on July 17
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting, from 9:30 a.m
The U.S. Mint and NASA celebrate decades of coins and space
The U.S. Mint and NASA celebrate decades of coins and space
Commemorative and Collector Coins Remain Strong
The gap between buying and selling coins of intrinsic value continues to narrow as gold bullion firms up its new trading range at about $1,400 an ounce. The gap between the buy and sell on silver bullion coins remains wider, but is also narrowing. Morgan silver dollar retail prices for better grade, but less than rare dates, continue a slow decline
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 7, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 7, 2019
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Ireland: Centenary of first trans-Atlantic flight celebrated on new silver crown coin
On behalf of the Minister for Finance, the Central Bank of Ireland has issued (10th July) €15 silver Proof coins to mark the centenary anniversary of transatlantic aviation. It was on the 15th June 1919 that John Alcock and Arthur Brown landed their Vickers Vimy airplane in a bog near Clifden County, Galway
The U.S. Mint and NASA celebrate decades of coins and space
The following is an Inside the Mint feature courtesy of the U.S
Malta: Prehistoric temple, Ta’ Hagrat, features on new €2 commemorative coin
The Central Bank of Malta has announced they will issue, on the 22nd July, the fourth commemorative €2 coin in a series of seven dedicated to the Maltese islands’ prehistoric sites which are on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The featured site for 2019 is the Ta’ Hagrat, an ancient temple in Malta, along with several other megalithic temples that are amongst the most ancient religious sites on Earth
United States Mint and Royal Canadian Mint launch limited edition coin set celebrating the pride of two nations
Washington — United States Mint Director David Ryder welcomed Royal Canadian Mint CEO Marie Lemay to the Mint’s Philadelphia coining facility on July 3 to launch the 2019 Pride of Two Nations Limited Edition Two-Coin Set (19XB). The Set commemorates the nationhood of both countries with coins that capture their rich history, pride, and their close relationship as neighbors and friends
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 30, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 30, 2019
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China: Ancient city and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pingyao featured on new commemorative gold and silver coins
The People’s Bank of China has issued a set of gold and silver commemorative coins themed on the Ancient City of Pingyao, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the first time the city has been commemorated on coins or currency since the People’s Republic of China was founded in 1949
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 30, 2019
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Bowers on collecting: Happy Independence Day!
I wish you and yours a happy Independence Day. We are all so fortunate to live under the Stars and Stripes—with a history of democracy extending back over 235 years, unequalled in the world
China: Ancient city and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pingyao featured on new commemorative gold and silver coins
The People’s Bank of China has issued a set of gold and silver commemorative coins themed on the Ancient City of Pingyao, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the first time the city has been commemorated on coins or currency since the People’s Republic of China was founded in 1949
Numismatic issues to ponder on Independence Day
1976 Eisenhower dollar (Type II). Photo by AKS
Numismatic issues to ponder on Independence Day
1976 Eisenhower dollar (Type II). Photo by AKS
Bowers on collecting: Happy Independence Day!
By Q. David Bowers
I wish you and yours a happy Independence Day
Bowers on collecting: Happy Independence Day!
By Q. David Bowers
I wish you and yours a happy Independence Day
Bowers on collecting: Happy Independence Day!
I wish you and yours a happy Independence Day. We are all so fortunate to live under the Stars and Stripes—with a history of democracy extending back over 235 years, unequalled in the world
Numismatic issues to ponder on Independence Day
When it comes to Independence Day, there is no shortage of coin or medallic issues that could potentially be discussed. However, for the sake of timeliness, I will focus my discussion on some of the bicentennial issues that came out in the mid-1970s
Numismatic issues to ponder on Independence Day
When it comes to Independence Day, there is no shortage of coin or medallic issues that could potentially be discussed. However, for the sake of timeliness, I will focus my discussion on some of the bicentennial issues that came out in the mid-1970s
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 23, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 23, 2019
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Historic coin set celebrating the pride of two nations goes on sale on July 3
Washington — The United States Mint, in partnership with the Royal Canadian Mint, proudly announces the release of the 2019 Pride of Two Nations Limited Edition Two-Coin Set (product code 19XB) on July 3 at noon EDT.
This beautifully rendered set is the first ever joint coin set between the United States Mint and the Royal Canadian Mint, and commemorates both countries’ nationhood with coins that capture their rich history, pride, and their close relationship as neighbors and friends
Historic coin set celebrating the pride of two nations goes on sale on July 3
Washington — The United States Mint, in partnership with the Royal Canadian Mint, proudly announces the release of the 2019 Pride of Two Nations Limited Edition Two-Coin Set (product code 19XB) on July 3 at noon EDT.
This beautifully rendered set is the first ever joint coin set between the United States Mint and the Royal Canadian Mint, and commemorates both countries’ nationhood with coins that capture their rich history, pride, and their close relationship as neighbors and friends
Historic coin set celebrating the pride of two nations goes on sale on July 3
Washington — The United States Mint, in partnership with the Royal Canadian Mint, proudly announces the release of the 2019 Pride of Two Nations Limited Edition Two-Coin Set (product code 19XB) on July 3 at noon EDT.
This beautifully rendered set is the first ever joint coin set between the United States Mint and the Royal Canadian Mint, and commemorates both countries’ nationhood with coins that capture their rich history, pride, and their close relationship as neighbors and friends
Collecting 100 years of medals and tokens of the famous Chicago Coin Club
One of my greatest numismatic regrets is that I lived in the city of Rochester, New York, for nearly twelve years, and in all that time I never joined the venerable and storied Rochester Numismatic Association.
I’ve been a coin collector since I was about seven years old
U.S. Mint designer, Thomas Rogers, signs exclusive PCGS signature label deal
A rendering of the first label release in the Thomas D. Rogers Sr
U.S. Mint designer, Thomas Rogers, signs exclusive PCGS signature label deal
A rendering of the first label release in the Thomas D. Rogers Sr
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 16, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 16, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 16, 2019
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Monaco: 2019-dated €2 commemorative coin theme and design unveiled
The Trésorerie Générale des Finances du Gouvernement Princier de Monaco has unveiled (5th June) the theme and design of their 2019-dated €2 commemorative coin which will be in tribute to the 200th anniversary of the accession of Sovereign Prince Honore V (1778–1841).
The-then Prince Héréditaire Honore became Monaco’s head of state on the 16th February 1819, upon the death of his father Prince Honoré IV of Monaco
Ireland: Latest mint set highlights centenary anniversary of the first Irish Parliament
The Central Bank of Ireland has announced (13th June) the sale of the 2019-dated mint set whose theme this year is the centenary anniversary of the first assembly of the Irish Parliament, or “Dáil Éireann,” which occurred for the first time on the 21st January 1919. Governance of the new nation began on the 21st January and was conducted in the Irish (Gaelic) language to mark the symbolic nature of the meeting
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 9, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 9, 2019
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Estonia: New commemorative €2 coin celebrates Antarctica’s discovery 200 years ago
The Bank of Estonia has unveiled (14th June) the design that has been approved to mark the bicentenary anniversary of the first discovery of Antarctica, which will be celebrated in 2020. The bank chose the design submitted by graphic artists Tiiu Pirsko and Mati Veermets, who have previously designed Estonian coins marking the centenary anniversary of the Republic of Estonia and the silver collector’s coin issued for the Estonian Song Festival in 2009
Chicago Coin Club releases new medal series commemorating its 100th anniversary
The Chicago Coin Club has announced that it will release a series of four medals to commemorate the organization’s 100th anniversary. All medals included in the series possess the dimensions 3
Special NGC label and designation for Apollo 11 Anniversary Week
A special NGC label and designation are available to recognize coins received for grading during this historic anniversary. Special submission instructions must be followed
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 2, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 2, 2019
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Niue: New Proof and colour four-pointed, star-shaped coin remembers first royal visit to Canada
The government and treasury of Niue have issued new collector coins which remember the first-ever royal tour of Canada, which occurred 80 years ago and set the standard for such future royal visits. With the accession and coronation of HM King George VI in December 1936 and May 1937, respectively, increased interest in the royal couple by many Canadians resulted in an announced visit by their Majesties in 1939
CIT: Manannán, first king of Man
Description
The obverse shows a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, below the inscription QUEEN ELIZABETH II ISLE OF MAN 2019 / FIVE POUNDS in the hub of a Celtic cross, of which the beams and the surrounding ring are adorned with Celtic interlace decoration.
The reverse is dedicated to King Manannán: It shows him in front of the Celtic cross in full armor, down on one knee, with his head humbly lowered
British Virgin Islands: Limited edition of the Pegasus silver coins includes privy mark to remember the 75th anniversary of D-Day
The treasury of the British Virgin Islands has announced (31st May) the issue of a special limited edition of their silver bullion coin, the Pegasus, on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings. To mark this important anniversary, the new Pegasus coins will be minted with an exceptional privy mark to commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 26, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 26, 2019
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American Legion 100th Anniversary 2019 Proof Silver Dollar and Medal Set released on May 20
Washington — The United States Mint released the 2019 American Legion 100th Anniversary Proof Silver Dollar and American Veterans Silver Medal Set (product code 19CQ) on May 20 at noon EDT.
Priced at $99
Canada: New colour $2 coins launched marking the 75th anniversary of historic D-Day landings
The Royal Canadian Mint has launched (27th May) new commemorative $2 coins which are a salute to the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings, which was, for all intents and purposes, the beginning of the end of the fighting in Europe during the Second World War. The meticulously planned offensive included Allied forces from the United States, Great Britain, ANZAC, and Canadian forces, as well as soldiers of occupied countries from France, Czechoslovakia, Poland, and Norway
Mint providing replacement sleeve for 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Proof Half Dollar Set
All Apollo 11 50th Anniversary 2019 Proof Half Dollar Sets were assembled with an error on the product sleeve. The back of the outside packaging sleeve incorrectly shows Gilroy Roberts as designing and engraving both the obverse (heads side) and reverse (tails side) of the Kennedy half dollar
NGC labels and designations for U.S.-Australia Lunar Landing Set
A special NGC attribution is available to recognize this historic Royal Australian Mint release. Submissions of the coins must be received in the sealed Mint shipping box to be eligible for the set pedigree
United Kingdom: Second £2 coins marking the 250th anniversary of James Cook’s discoveries now available in precious metal
The Royal Mint has launched (21st May) the precious metal versions of the second of three coins commemorating the 250th anniversary of the momentous voyage begun by Captain James Cook and the ultimate discovery of a vast continent at the bottom of the globe: Australia.
Captain James Cook grew up in the historic port of Whitby in North Yorkshire, England, until the age of 17
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 12, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 12, 2019
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Switzerland: Famous electric locomotives, affectionately known as the “Crocodiles,” feature on new gold coins
The National Bank of Switzerland has issued (9th May) new commemorative coins which focus on the country’s love for older locomotives and additionally highlights Swiss cultural heritage.
Colloquially known in Switzerland as the “Crocodiles,” these rail locomotives are more than just “old engines” for many people
Architect I.M. Pei and “what might have been” in American gold medals
Wilson Commons, designed by I.M
Architect I.M. Pei and “what might have been” in American gold medals
Wilson Commons, designed by I.M
United States Mint annual set of Uncirculated coins goes on sale
Latest set is the third to include premium penny from West Point
Washington — The 2019 United States Mint Uncirculated Coin Set (product code 19RJ) went on sale starting on May 14 at noon (EDT).
This annual collector favorite contains two folders with 10 coins each — one with coins from the United States Mint at Philadelphia and the other with coins from the United States Mint at Denver
United States Mint annual set of Uncirculated coins goes on sale
Latest set is the third to include premium penny from West Point
Washington — The 2019 United States Mint Uncirculated Coin Set (product code 19RJ) went on sale starting on May 14 at noon (EDT).
This annual collector favorite contains two folders with 10 coins each — one with coins from the United States Mint at Philadelphia and the other with coins from the United States Mint at Denver
Monaco: Silver Proof coin remembers the 90th anniversary of the birthday of Princess Grace
The treasury of the Principality of Monaco has issued (16th May) new silver crown coins which remember what would have been the 90th birthday of Her Serene Highness, Princess Grace of Monaco. Beloved and sadly missed, the warm and generous spirit of the princess is still very much in existence in the small Mediterranean country
Commission of Fine Arts Makes Recommendations for Coin Designs
The Commission of Fine Arts met on April 18 for their monthly meeting. Among the agenda items was the review of the 2020 Mayflower 400th Anniversary Coin Program, which includes designs for a 24-karat gold coin and silver medal. In a letter dated April 25, 2019, to Mr
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 5, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 5, 2019
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U.S. Mint and Royal Australian Mint partner on Apollo 11 50th anniversary coins
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Australia: Commemorative coins celebrate 50 years of the introduction of iconic 12-sided 50-cent coin
The Royal Australian Mint has released (3rd May) new commemorative coins which are in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the first-ever 12-sided 50-cent coins issued for circulation. As Australia transitioned to decimal currency in 1966, it was the 50-cent coin which was the showpiece of the new circulating coins
Whitman Publishing holds Cherrypickers’ Guide editorial summit in Chattanooga
Left to right: Whitman publisher Dennis Tucker; Cherrypickers’ Guide coauthor Bill Fivaz; professional numismatist Larry Briggs; and Whitman associate editor Brandon C. Hall, at SEGS Grading Service headquarters in Chattanooga, Tennessee, May 2019
Whitman Publishing holds Cherrypickers’ Guide editorial summit in Chattanooga
Left to right: Whitman publisher Dennis Tucker; Cherrypickers’ Guide coauthor Bill Fivaz; professional numismatist Larry Briggs; and Whitman associate editor Brandon C. Hall, at SEGS Grading Service headquarters in Chattanooga, Tennessee, May 2019
Australia: Centenary anniversary of the Treaty of Versailles remembered on new silver dollar coins
The Royal Australian Mint has released (3rd May) new commemorative coins which are in remembrance of the centenary anniversary of the Treaty of Versailles, the accord which officially brought an end to fighting in Europe in what became known as the Great War, fought from 1914 to the armistice in November 1918.
The treaty is particularly important to Australians, as it was the first foreign war they participated in as defenders of the empire and the mother country, Great Britain
Whitman Publishing holds Cherrypickers’ Guide editorial summit in Chattanooga
(Chattanooga, Tennessee) — An editorial summit was convened in Chattanooga, Tennessee, May 1 and 2, 2019, to plan the sixth edition, volume II, of Whitman Publishing’s Cherrypickers’ Guide to Rare Die Varieties of United States Coins. The meeting laid out a comprehensive plan for updating the volume, which covers die varieties of U
United States Mint launches quarter honoring War in the Pacific National Historical Park in Guam
48th America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin recognizes those who participated in the Pacific Theater campaigns during World War II
Asan, Guam — United States Mint Director David J. Ryder joined an enthusiastic crowd to celebrate the release of the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring War in the Pacific National Historical Park
United States Mint launches quarter honoring War in the Pacific National Historical Park in Guam
48th America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin recognizes those who participated in the Pacific Theater campaigns during World War II
Asan, Guam — United States Mint Director David J. Ryder joined an enthusiastic crowd today to celebrate the release of the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring War in the Pacific National Historical Park
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending April 28, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending April 28, 2019
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United States Mint launches quarter honoring War in the Pacific National Historical Park in Guam
48th America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin recognizes those who participated in the Pacific Theater campaigns during World War II
Asan, Guam — United States Mint Director David J. Ryder joined an enthusiastic crowd today to celebrate the release of the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring War in the Pacific National Historical Park
Estonia unveils 2020 €2 commemorative design in celebration of Tartu Peace Treaty centenary anniversary
The Bank of Estonia unveiled (2nd May) the winning design for next year’s commemorative €2 coin which is scheduled to be issued in celebration of the centenary anniversary of the Tartu Peace Treaty. Signed on the 2nd February 1920, the treaty formally recognised Estonian independence, which was won after the Baltic nation fought a war against Russia, following the abdication of Czar Nicholas II in 1917 and the eventual break-up of the Russian Empire
Abdication of Emperor Akihito takes place, marking official end of the Heisei Era
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Designs Being Considered for Mayflower Commemorative
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The United States Mint, in accordance with The Mayflower Commemorative Coin Act (Bills S.1715 and H
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending April 21, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending April 21, 2019
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2019 American Innovation $1 coin designs: Georgia
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2019 American Innovation $1 coin designs: Georgia
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2019 American Innovation $1 coin designs: Pennsylvania
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Australia: Centenary anniversary of repatriation of World War I soldiers remembered on new two-dollar coin
The Royal Australian Mint has released new commemorative coins on the 8th April marking the centenary of repatriation for Australian soldiers and nurses after the First World War. Following the conclusion of the First World War, transporting or repatriating the dominion and colonial soldiers from the empire back to their respective homes was paramount, and a colossal task
2019 American Innovation $1 coin designs: New Jersey
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Mayflower Quadricentenary Numismatic Program: Does it matter that it is not a congressionally mandated commemorative?
Background photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
By Louis Golino
In 2020, the U
Mayflower Quadricentenary Numismatic Program: Does it matter that it is not a congressionally mandated commemorative?
Background photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
By Louis Golino
In 2020, the U
Mayflower Quadricentenary Numismatic Program: Does it matter that it is not a congressionally mandated commemorative?
In 2020, the U.S
2019 American Innovation $1 coin designs: Georgia
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2019 American Innovation $1 coin designs: Delaware
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2019 American Innovation $1 coin designs: Delaware
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending April 14, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending April 14, 2019
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Norway: 20-kroner circulation coin issued to commemorate the 150th anniversary of artist Gustav Vigeland’s birth
The Bank of Norway has released (10th April) new 20-kroner circulation type coins in remembrance of the 150th anniversary of the birth of prominent Norwegian artist Gustav Vigeland (1869–1943). The artist, and his work, are especially known and remembered for having created an outdoor sculpture complex in Frogner Park, Oslo
2020 Mayflower 400th Anniversary 24K Gold Coin and Silver Medal Program designs revealed
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2020 Mayflower 400th Anniversary 24K Gold Coin and Silver Medal Program designs revealed
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America the Beautiful quarters honoring American Memorial Park now available
Washington — The United States Mint is now accepting orders for products featuring the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring American Memorial Park in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
The reverse (tails) design chosen for the Mint’s latest release depicts a young woman in traditional attire at the front of the Flag Circle and Court of Honor
America the Beautiful quarters honoring American Memorial Park now available
Washington — The United States Mint is now accepting orders for products featuring the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring American Memorial Park in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
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America the Beautiful quarters honoring American Memorial Park now available
Washington — The United States Mint is now accepting orders for products featuring the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring American Memorial Park in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending April 7, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending April 7, 2019
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Switzerland: New silver commemorative coins honour 50th anniversary of first man on the Moon
The National Bank of Switzerland will issue (9th May) new commemorative coins which remember a fantastic accomplishment, the day when humanity first set foot on the surface of the Moon. The moon landing by American astronauts 50 years ago also represented the first highlight in space research from the University of Bern
United States Mint opens sales for second 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set on April 17
Latest set contains coins honoring American Memorial Park in Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
Washington — The United States Mint will open sales for the America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set containing coins honoring American Memorial Park in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands on April 17 at noon EDT. The set (product code 19AE) is priced at $9
United States Mint opens sales for second 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set on April 17
Latest set contains coins honoring American Memorial Park in Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
Washington — The United States Mint will open sales for the America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set containing coins honoring American Memorial Park in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands on April 17 at noon EDT. The set (product code 19AE) is priced at $9
Smithsonian acquire BCA coin trio
The surcharge on sales from this $5 pink gold coin went to fund research by the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in the United States and abroad. (Image courtesy of Smithsonian, photo by Hugh Talman.)
On March 19, three coins from the Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin Program were added to the Smithsonian’s National Philanthropy Collection, including the first ever pink-hued gold coin
Smithsonian acquires BCA coin trio
The surcharge on sales from this $5 pink gold coin went to fund research by the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in the United States and abroad. (Image courtesy of Smithsonian, photo by Hugh Talman.)
On March 19, three coins from the Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin Program were added to the Smithsonian’s National Philanthropy Collection, including the first ever pink-hued gold coin
Bullion coins commemorate historic moon landing
The Perth Mint is offering investors the chance to acquire Australian gold and silver bullion coins celebrating the 50th anniversary of mankind’s first landing on the moon.
What many may not know is that Australia played a fascinating role in the historic events of July 1969. With a “dish” measuring 64 meters in diameter, CSIRO’s Parkes radio telescope in New South Wales was one of three observatories chosen to receive TV signals from more than 350,000 kilometers away
United States Mint opens sales for second 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set on April 17
Latest set contains coins honoring American Memorial Park in Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
Washington — The United States Mint will open sales for the America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set containing coins honoring American Memorial Park in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands on April 17 at noon EDT. The set (product code 19AE) is priced at $9
International Year of Indigenous Languages commemorated with new coins launched by Royal Australian Mint and AIATSIS
The United Nation General Assembly’s proclamation that 2019 is the International Year of Indigenous Languages is commemorated with Australia’s newest circulating 50-cent coin. Launching in Adelaide, the coin has been produced by the Royal Australian Mint and was developed in collaboration with the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS)
Hungary: New collector coins issued in memory of the 100th anniversary of the death of Loránd Eötvös
The National Bank of Hungary has issued (8th April) new collector coins which are in remembrance of the 100th anniversary of the death of Hungarian physicist and inventor Baron Loránd Eötvös. He is remembered today primarily for his research on gravitation and surface tension, and the invention of the torsion pendulum
United States Mint 2019 Silver Proof Set available on April 17 and will include Lincoln penny with “W” mint mark
On April 17 at noon (ET), the United States Mint is set to release the 2019 Silver Proof Set. The 2019 Silver Proof Set will contain 10 coins from the San Francisco Mint
United States Mint 2019 Silver Proof Set available on April 17 and will include Lincoln penny with “W” mint mark
On April 17 at noon (ET), the United States Mint is set to release the 2019 Silver Proof Set. The 2019 Silver Proof Set will contain 10 coins from the San Francisco Mint
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending March 31, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending March 31, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending March 31, 2019
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United States Mint 24-karat gold Proof coin goes on sale on April 12
Washington — The United States Mint will open sales for the 2019 American Buffalo one-ounce gold Proof coin (product code 19EL) on April 12 at noon EDT.
The American Buffalo one-ounce gold Proof coin is a 24-karat gold Proof coin struck by the Mint and is the collector version of the official United States Mint American Buffalo one-ounce gold bullion coin
United Kingdom: One of the world’s most remarkable diaries, authored by Samuel Pepys, remembered on new £2 coin
The Royal Mint has made available precious metal versions of the £2 commemorative coins that celebrate the 350th anniversary of the final entry into one of the world’s most remarkable diaries, authored by Samuel Pepys (1633-1703). He is being honoured for his contributions in illuminating some of the most historical events of the 17th century
Bowers on collecting: The Great American Coin Hunt
By Q. David Bowers
The Great American Coin Hunt will make treasure-hunting for coins in circulation a national challenge
PCGS produces exclusive Buzz Aldrin hand-signed labels for Apollo coins
(Santa Ana, California) — The Astronauts Memorial Foundation (AMF) has expanded its partnership with the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) to offer an exclusive label hand-signed by Apollo 11 Astronaut Buzz Aldrin for select Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coins.
The U
U.S. Mint announces “W” mint mark circulating quarter collectible
Two Million Each of 2019 America the Beautiful Coins Being Struck at West Point
Washington — The United States Mint announced today that it has released the first-ever circulating coins with West Point mint marks. Throughout the remainder of the year, two million each of the scheduled 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters will be minted at West Point
U.S. Mint announces “W” mint mark circulating quarter collectible
Two Million Each of 2019 America the Beautiful Coins Being Struck at West Point
Washington — The United States Mint announced today that it has released the first-ever circulating coins with West Point mint marks. Throughout the remainder of the year, two million each of the scheduled 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters will be minted at West Point
America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring American Memorial Park goes on sale on April 4
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2019 America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring American Memorial Park in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (product code 19AK) on April 4 at noon EDT. The coin is priced at $154
United States Mint releases second new youth-oriented product today
Washington — The 2019 United States Mint Explore and Discover Coin Set (product code 19XGB) is now available for purchase. This is the second of three new youth-oriented products the Mint is offering this year
United States Mint releases second new youth-oriented product
Washington — The 2019 United States Mint Explore and Discover Coin Set (product code 19XGB) is now available for purchase. This is the second of three new youth-oriented products the Mint is offering this year
Ascension: Moon landing’s 50th anniversary remembered with silver curved coin replicating lunar surface
The government and treasury of Ascension Island have issued (27th March) new silver commemorative crown coins to mark mankind’s most extraordinary achievement, the day Apollo 11 landed on the Moon. This amazing accomplishment was realised by NASA, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, which is part of the United States Air Force
United States Mint releases second new youth-oriented product today
Washington — The 2019 United States Mint Explore and Discover Coin Set (product code 19XGB) is now available for purchase. This is the second of three new youth-oriented products the Mint is offering this year
U.S. Mint’s 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters Uncirculated Coin Set released
On March 26, at noon, the United States Mint released the 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters Uncirculated Coin Set (19AA). The set contains 10 Uncirculated America the Beautiful quarters, five of which were minted at the Philadelphia Mint and five which were minted at the Denver Mint
United Kingdom: 50th anniversary of iconic 50-pence coin marked with Brilliant Uncirculated five-coin set
The Royal Mint has launched (25th March) a new five-coin set which features some of the most popular commemorative reverse designs in the 50-year history of issuing the revolutionary 50-pence circulation coin. At the time of its introduction, it wasn’t realised just how much the coin would become a symbol of “Britishness” in terms of originality and inventiveness
United Kingdom: Famed physicist Stephen Hawking and his groundbreaking achievements celebrated on new 50-pence coin
The Royal Mint has released (12th March) new commemorative coins which are in remembrance of the late physicist Stephen Hawking, internationally renowned for his pioneering work on black holes. This work, which used a tentative unification of Einstein’s theory of general relativity with quantum mechanics, reported that black holes should not be completely black and instead emit radiation, meaning they evaporate and eventually disappear
United States Mint releases commemorative coins honoring the American Legion’s 100th anniversary
Washington — The United States Mint is now accepting orders for the 2019 American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program. Product options and pricing are below:
PRODUCT CODE
PRODUCT OPTION
INTRO PRICE
REGULAR PRICE
19CJ
Gold Proof Coin
Per Grid Less $5
Per Grid
19CK
Gold Uncirculated Coin
Per Grid Less $5
Per Grid
19CL
Silver Proof Coin
$54
United States Mint releases commemorative coins honoring the American Legion’s 100th anniversary
Washington — The United States Mint is now accepting orders for the 2019 American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program. Product options and pricing are below:
PRODUCT
CODE
PRODUCT OPTION INTRO PRICE REGULAR PRICE
19CJ
Gold Proof Coin Per Grid Less $5 Per Grid
19CK
Gold Uncirculated Coin Per Grid Less $5 Per Grid
19CL
Silver Proof Coin
$54
United States Mint launches public design competition for Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
Washington — The United States Mint is pleased to announce a call for artists to design the obverse (heads side) of commemorative coins celebrating the game of basketball. Public Law 115-343 authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue domed $5 gold coins, domed $1 silver coins, and domed half-dollar clad coins, in recognition of the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
United Kingdom: Delay of proposed “Brexit” coin announced by HM Treasury
It was confirmed by Her Majesty’s Treasury on the 18th March that commemorative coins meant to mark the day that the United Kingdom would officially leave the European Union will be delayed, in terms of their production and release. On the 29th October of last year, the treasury announced there would be commemorative 50-pence coins released for the historic occasion
United States Mint launches public design competition for Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
Washington — The United States Mint is pleased to announce a call for artists to design the obverse (heads side) of commemorative coins celebrating the game of basketball. Public Law 115-343 authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue domed $5 gold coins, domed $1 silver coins, and domed half-dollar clad coins, in recognition of the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
First-day sales of 2019 American Legion coin products
Yesterday, the Mint released the 2019 American Legion 100th anniversary coin products, which include the following: A Proof $5 gold coin (19CJ), a Proof clad half dollar (19CN), a Proof silver dollar (19CL), a three-coin Proof set (19CR), an Uncirculated $5 gold coin (19CK), an Uncirculated clad half dollar (19CP), and an Uncirculated silver dollar (19CM). Below is a table detailing the first-day sales of each of these products:
Product Code
Product Name
Number of Sales
19CK
2019 AMERICAN LEGION FIVE-DOLLAR GOLD UNC
First-day sales of 2019 American Legion coin products
Yesterday, the Mint released the 2019 American Legion 100th anniversary coin products, which include the following: A Proof $5 gold coin (19CJ), a Proof clad half dollar (19CN), a Proof silver dollar (19CL), a three-coin Proof set (19CR), an Uncirculated $5 gold coin (19CK), an Uncirculated clad half dollar (19CP), and an Uncirculated silver dollar (19CM). Below is a table detailing the first-day sales of each of these products:
Product CodeProduct NameNumber of Sales19CK2019 AMERICAN LEGION FIVE-DOLLAR GOLD UNC
King Willem Alexander of the Netherlands strikes new commemorative gold coin marking 100 years of Dutch aviation
Amsterdam, Netherlands — For the centenary celebrations of Dutch aviation, KLM (the national airline of the Netherlands), NLR (Dutch Aerospace Center), and GKN Fokker Technologies — the successors of the civil aviation manufacturers founded originally in 1919 — hosted an event on Thursday, 14th March to mark this important anniversary.
The coin designs were approved as the artist Marijke van Warmerdam interpreted the regulation with a slight difference
2019 United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Silver Proof Set available February 21
Washington — The 2019 United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Silver Proof Set (product code 19AQ) is now available for purchase.
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Q&A with 2020 Red Book Senior Editor Jeff Garrett
Two weeks before National Coin Week on April 9, 2019, the 73rd edition of Whitman Publishing’s Guide Book of United States Coins (colloquially referred to as the “Red Book”) is set to debut. The 73rd edition of the Red Book will elucidate a variety of new coin issues throughout 2018 and early 2019, in addition to highlighting foreign coins that were circulated in the British American colonies
Q&A: What are the most significant issues in the modern U.S. Mint commemorative series?
The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers:
Q: What do you consider to be the most significant issues within the modern commemorative series?
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A discussion with 2020 Red Book Editor Emeritus Ken Bressett
Two weeks before National Coin Week on April 9, 2019, the 73rd edition of Whitman Publishing’s Guide Book of United States Coins (colloquially referred to as the “Red Book”) is set to debut. The 73rd edition of the Red Book will elucidate a variety of new coin issues throughout 2018 and early 2019, in addition to highlighting foreign coins that were circulated in the British American colonies
A discussion with 2020 Red Book Editor Emeritus Ken Bressett
Two weeks before National Coin Week on April 9, 2019, the 73rd edition of Whitman Publishing’s Guide Book of United States Coins (colloquially referred to as the “Red Book”) is set to debut. The 73rd edition of the Red Book will elucidate a variety of new coin issues throughout 2018 and early 2019, in addition to highlighting foreign coins that were circulated in the British American colonies
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending February 24, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending February 24, 2019
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NGC designation options for Rocketship 2019 coins
New 2020 Official Red Book reports dramatic market changes; covers circulating, commemorative, and bullion coins
Best-selling annual guide prices nearly 8,000 items
(Pelham, AL) — The newest edition of the coin hobby’s annual Guide Book of United States Coins (popularly known as the “Red Book”) will debut on April 9, 2019, two weeks before National Coin Week. The 73rd edition (with a cover date of 2020) features extensively updated pricing and auction data reflecting the current market for collectible coins, which has seen dramatic ups and downs in the past year
New 2020 Official Red Book reports dramatic market changes; covers circulating, commemorative, and bullion coins
Best-selling annual guide prices nearly 8,000 items
(Pelham, AL) — The newest edition of the coin hobby’s annual Guide Book of United States Coins (popularly known as the “Red Book”) will debut on April 9, 2019, two weeks before National Coin Week. The 73rd edition (with a cover date of 2020) features extensively updated pricing and auction data reflecting the current market for collectible coins, which has seen dramatic ups and downs in the past year
New 2020 Official Red Book reports dramatic market changes; covers circulating, commemorative, and bullion coins
Best-selling annual guide prices nearly 8,000 items
(Pelham, AL) — The newest edition of the coin hobby’s annual Guide Book of United States Coins (popularly known as the “Red Book”) will debut on April 9, 2019, two weeks before National Coin Week. The 73rd edition (with a cover date of 2020) features extensively updated pricing and auction data reflecting the current market for collectible coins, which has seen dramatic ups and downs in the past year
South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands: Famed Arctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton commemorated on new silver crown coins
The government and treasury of the South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands have issued (26th February) new crown coins which commemorate the birth of the famous explorer, Sir Ernest Shackleton. Born on 15th February 1874, Sir Ernest wanted to be an explorer from a very early age, inspired by faraway places that he read about as a boy
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending February 17, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending February 17, 2019
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2019 America the Beautiful Quarters Silver Proof Set released today
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The Netherlands celebrates 100 years of Dutch aviation and the world’s oldest operating airline
The Royal Dutch Mint’s first official Netherlands commemorative coins of 2019 are the Aviation five and 10-euros in honor of 100 years of Dutch aviation.
KLM (Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij, or “Royal Airline Company”), NLR (National Aerospace Laboratory of the Netherlands, a major technological institute), and aircraft manufacturer Fokker all celebrate their 100th anniversaries in 2019
The Netherlands celebrates 100 years of Dutch aviation and the world’s oldest operating airline
The Royal Dutch Mint’s first official Netherlands commemorative coins of 2019 are the Aviation five and 10-euros in honor of 100 years of Dutch aviation.
KLM (Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij, or “Royal Airline Company”), NLR (National Aerospace Laboratory of the Netherlands, a major technological institute), and aircraft manufacturer Fokker all celebrate their 100th anniversaries in 2019
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending February 10, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending February 10, 2019
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Hungary: Salute to prominent Hungarian artists continues with new silver coins in tribute to Gyula Benczúr
The National Bank of Hungary has issued (28th January) new silver coins for the 175th anniversary of the birth of Gyula Benczúr (1844–1920), considered one of the greatest Hungarian masters of historicism. An internationally acclaimed artist, renowned painter, and a member of the Academy in his life, he founded the first art school in Hungary, the Benczúr Master School, where he worked as a director until the end of his life
Hungary: Salute to prominent Hungarian artists continues with new silver coins in tribute to Gyula Benczúr
The National Bank of Hungary has issued (28th January) new silver coins for the 175th anniversary of the birth of Gyula Benczúr (1844–1920), considered one of the greatest Hungarian masters of historicism. An internationally acclaimed artist, renowned painter, and a member of the Academy in his life, he founded the first art school in Hungary, the Benczúr Master School, where he worked as a director until the end of his life
United States Mint offers Lowell National Historical Park coin set on February 19
Washington — The United States Mint will release the America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set containing Lowell National Historical Park quarters on February 19 at noon EST. The set (product code 19AD) is priced at $9
United States Mint offers Lowell National Historical Park coin set on February 19
Washington — The United States Mint will release the America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set containing Lowell National Historical Park quarters on February 19 at noon EST. The set (product code 19AD) is priced at $9
United States Mint opens sales for the 2019 Native American $1 coin on February 13
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for products containing the 2019 Native American $1 coin on February 13 at noon EST. The coin celebrates the accomplishments of Native Americans in the Space Program
United States Mint opens sales for the 2019 Native American $1 coin on February 13
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for products containing the 2019 Native American $1 coin on February 13 at noon EST. The coin celebrates the accomplishments of Native Americans in the Space Program
United States Mint launches 46th America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin
A crowd of 2,600 people attended the February 6, 2019, ceremonial launch of the Lowell National Historical Park quarter in Lowell, MA. The coin is the 46th release in the United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Program
United States Mint launches 46th America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin
A crowd of 2,600 people attended the February 6, 2019, ceremonial launch of the Lowell National Historical Park quarter in Lowell, MA. The coin is the 46th release in the United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Program
Joseph Menna brings his unique portfolio of talents to the position of chief engraver
On February 4, 2019, United States Mint Director David J. Ryder announced that the new chief engraver of the Mint will be Joseph (Joe) Menna
Joseph Menna brings his unique portfolio of talents to the position of chief engraver
On February 4, 2019, United States Mint Director David J. Ryder announced that the new chief engraver of the Mint will be Joseph (Joe) Menna
United States Mint launches 46th America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin
A crowd of 2,600 people attended the February 6, 2019, ceremonial launch of the Lowell National Historical Park quarter in Lowell, MA. The coin is the 46th release in the United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Program
America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Lowell National Historical Park goes on sale
Washington — The United States Mint began accepting orders for the 2019 America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Massachusetts’s Lowell National Historical Park (product code 19AJ) today at noon EST. The coin is priced at $154
The Astronauts Memorial Foundation to partner with Apollo 13 astronaut and American hero Fred Haise to offer PCGS-graded Apollo 11 coins
Apollo 11 coins will have inserts hand-signed by Haise
PCGS has graded and encapsulated a limited number of Apollo 11 50th Anniversary commemorative coins on behalf of The Astronauts Memorial Foundation.
The coins provided to PCGS are from AMF’s limited allocation of Launch Ceremony products and feature an insert with a hand-signed signature from Apollo 13 astronaut Fred Haise
United States Mint rolls out the red carpet for Lowell National Historical Park quarter on February 6
The United States Mint will officially launch the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Lowell National Historical Park on Wednesday, February 6, at 10 a.m
United States Mint rolls out the red carpet for Lowell National Historical Park quarter on February 6
The United States Mint will officially launch the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Lowell National Historical Park on Wednesday, February 6, at 10 a.m
Exceptional turnout seen at this year’s World Money Fair 2019
This year’s World Money Fair was hailed a great success by attendants and participants taking into account the standpoint of ticket sales and a greater representation of national mints, international dealers, and experts in the field of coin production, design, logistics, procurement, and marketing.
Organisers were prepared for an increase in collectors and investors who were attending the fair over the usual three-day period, with this year being overseen by the World Money Fair’s new Executive Director Gitta Künker, who was named to the position in July 2018 and took over from Hans-Henning Göhrum
United States Mint releases first 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin today at noon
Washington — The United States Mint will release the America the Beautiful quarter honoring Lowell National Historical Park in Massachusetts today at noon EST.
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United States Mint releases first 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin today at noon
Washington — The United States Mint will release the America the Beautiful quarter honoring Lowell National Historical Park in Massachusetts today at noon EST.
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending January 27, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending January 27, 2019
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Ireland: Central Bank issues new commemorative €2 celebrating centenary anniversary of first Parliament
The Central Bank of Ireland unveiled (31st December) the design for their upcoming commemorative €2 coin issue, which, this year was issued in celebration of the establishment of the Irish Parliament (or Dial), which assembled for the first time on the 21st January 1919.
The Dáil Éireann (Assembly of Ireland) was the pre-independent, unicameral parliament of the Irish Republic that was established from 1919 to 1922, initially formed by 73 Sinn Féin Members of Parliament elected during the 1918 general election in the United Kingdom
— of which Ireland was still part of
Ireland: Central Bank issues new commemorative €2 celebrating centenary anniversary of first Parliament
The Central Bank of Ireland unveiled (31st December) the design for their upcoming commemorative €2 coin issue, which, this year was issued in celebration of the establishment of the Irish Parliament (or Dial), which assembled for the first time on the 21st January 1919.
The Dáil Éireann (Assembly of Ireland) was the pre-independent, unicameral parliament of the Irish Republic that was established from 1919 to 1922, initially formed by 73 Sinn Féin Members of Parliament elected during the 1918 general election in the United Kingdom
— of which Ireland was still part of
Canada: Annual commemorative silver dollar honours the 75th anniversary of D-Day
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The Royal Canadian Mint has launched their annual silver dollar, a firm favourite with many collectors of Canadian coins, and has chosen the 75th anniversary of the Allied invasion of the European continent as the subject for it
Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Coin Program launched on January 24
Mike Olson, astronaut Charlie Duke, Dotty Duke, and Tom Uram.
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Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Coin Program launched on January 24
Mike Olson, astronaut Charlie Duke, Dotty Duke, and Tom Uram.
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Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Coin Program launched on January 24
Mike Olson, astronaut Charlie Duke, Dotty Duke, and Tom Uram.
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Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Coin Program launched on January 24
Mike Olson, astronaut Charlie Duke, Dotty Duke, and Tom Uram.
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Canada: Annual commemorative silver dollar honours the 75th anniversary of D-Day
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The Royal Canadian Mint has launched their annual silver dollar, a firm favourite with many collectors of Canadian coins, and has chosen the 75th anniversary of the Allied invasion of the European continent as the subject for it
Hidden in plain sight: Reverse of the 2018 American Innovation dollar pays subtle homage to the legendary designer of the Buffalo nickel
If you are interested in the new American Innovation $1 Coin Program and have a fancy for Buffalo nickels, we have some good news for you. A commonly unnoticed (or at least undiscussed) detail on the reverse of the 2018 American Innovation dollar hints toward a connection with the designer of the Buffalo (or Indian Head) nickel, James Earle Fraser
Hidden in plain sight: Reverse of the 2018 American Innovation dollar pays subtle homage to the legendary designer of the Buffalo nickel
If you are interested in the new American Innovation $1 Coin Program and have a fancy for Buffalo nickels, we have some good news for you. A commonly unnoticed (or at least undiscussed) detail on the reverse of the 2018 American Innovation dollar hints toward a connection with the designer of the Buffalo (or Indian Head) nickel, James Earle Fraser
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending January 20, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending January 20, 2019
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Switzerland: 100 years of the Swiss national circus, Knie, celebrated with new silver coins
The National Bank of Switzerland has issued (24th January) new commemorative coins which celebrate the centenary anniversary of the country’s most notable entertainment performers, the internationally renowned national circus, Knie.
The historical roots of the Swiss national circus, Knie, go back to the beginning of the 19th century when Friedrich Knie joined a group of performers and thereby founded the Knie circus dynasty
Hidden in plain sight: Reverse of the 2018 American Innovation dollar pays subtle homage to the legendary designer of the Buffalo nickel
If you are interested in the new American Innovation $1 Coin Program and have a fancy for Buffalo nickels, we have some good news for you. A commonly unnoticed (or at least undiscussed) detail on the reverse of the 2018 American Innovation dollar hints toward a connection with the designer of the Buffalo (or Indian Head) nickel, James Earle Fraser
United States Mint rolls out commemorative coins honoring the first manned lunar landing today, but some already on back order
Washington — The United States Mint opened sales for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program today at noon EST. However, the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary five-ounce Proof silver dollar (19CH) is already on back order
United States Mint rolls out commemorative coins honoring the first manned lunar landing today
Washington — The United States Mint opened sales for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program today at noon EST.
This unique four-coin program includes the Mint’s first reeded five-ounce Proof silver dollar, a $5 gold coin, a silver dollar, and a half dollar
United States Mint rolls out commemorative coins honoring the first manned lunar landing today, but some already on back order
Washington — The United States Mint opened sales for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program today at noon EST. However, the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary five-ounce Proof silver dollar (19CH) is already on back order
Switzerland: 100 years of the Swiss national circus, Knie, celebrated with new silver coins
The National Bank of Switzerland has issued (24th January) new commemorative coins which celebrate the centenary anniversary of the country’s most notable entertainment performers, the internationally renowned national circus, Knie.
The historical roots of the Swiss national circus, Knie, go back to the beginning of the 19th century when Friedrich Knie joined a group of performers and thereby founded the Knie circus dynasty
Hidden in plain sight: Reverse of the 2018 American Innovation dollar pays subtle homage to the legendary designer of the Buffalo nickel
If you are interested in the new American Innovation $1 Coin Program and have a fancy for Buffalo nickels, we have some good news for you. A commonly unnoticed (or at least undiscussed) detail on the reverse of the 2018 American Innovation dollar hints toward a connection with the designer of the Buffalo (or Indian Head) nickel, James Earle Fraser
United States Mint rolls out commemorative coins honoring the first manned lunar landing on January 24
Washington — The United States Mint will open sales for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program on January 24 at noon EST.
This unique four-coin program includes the Mint’s first reeded five-ounce Proof silver dollar, a $5 gold coin, a silver dollar, and a half dollar
Finland: Mint releases announcement regarding the future production of Finnish euro coins for 2019
The Mint of Finland has released (17th January) a statement which announced that the Finnish Ministry of Finance launched a public call for tenders for the supply of Finnish euro coins, including the minting of commemorative two euro coins. Regarding Finnish commemorative or collector coins with other euro nominal values, the Ministry of Finance has published a preliminary information notice
United States Mint rolls out commemorative coins honoring the first manned lunar landing on January 24
Washington — The United States Mint will open sales for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program on January 24 at noon EST.
This unique four-coin program includes the Mint’s first reeded five-ounce Proof silver dollar, a $5 gold coin, a silver dollar, and a half dollar
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending January 13, 2019
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending January 13, 2019
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Finland: Mint releases announcement regarding the future production of Finnish euro coins for 2019
The Mint of Finland has released (17th January) a statement which announced that the Finnish Ministry of Finance launched a public call for tenders for the supply of Finnish euro coins, including the minting of commemorative two euro coins. Regarding Finnish commemorative or collector coins with other euro nominal values, the Ministry of Finance has published a preliminary information notice
Sealand: Unveiled commemorative coin remembers the late Princess Joan, co-sovereign of micro-nation
The treasury of the Principality of Sealand has unveiled (14th January) memorial coins which pay tribute to Sovereign Princess Joan who passed away on the 10th March 2016, at the age of 86. She co-founded the Principality of Sealand, a micro-nation which lies just six miles off the southeast coast of the UK along with her husband, Paddy Roy Bates (1921-2012), becoming its first sovereign princely couple on the day of the proclamation of independence
First set of 2019 America the Beautiful quarters goes on sale on January 15
Washington — The United States Mint will make a complete set of Proof–finish 2019-dated America the Beautiful quarters available for purchase on January 15, at noon (EST).
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First set of 2019 America the Beautiful quarters goes on sale on January 15
Washington — The United States Mint will make a complete set of Proof–finish 2019-dated America the Beautiful quarters available for purchase on January 15, at noon (EST).
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United Arab Emirates: Silver commemorative coins issued to mark UAE’s hosting of the Asian Cup
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has announced (8th January) the issue of silver collector coins and a circulation-type commemorative one-dirham coin which highlights the hosting of the Asian Cup in the Emirates. The United Arab Emirates will play host to the 17th edition of the AFC Asian Cup from the 5th January to the 1st February 2019
United States Mint announces historic collaboration with the Royal Australian Mint
Washington — The United States Mint announced today a collaborative project with the Royal Australian Mint. The two mints will produce a commemorative coin set in celebration of the historic Apollo 11 Moon landing on July 20, 1969
United Kingdom: Sneak peek at British commemorative coins for 2019
The Royal Mint has launched (1st January) the British commemorative coins that will be featured in 2019 and which will be included in deluxe Mint and Proof sets. Included in the Brilliant Uncirculated annual coin set, which contains the eight definitive circulation coins (one penny to 50-pence) presented together to complete the “picture-puzzle” design by Matthew Dent featuring the Royal Arms that was introduced to British coinage in 2008
2019 Canadian dollar coin marks 50th anniversary of the country’s decriminalization of homosexuality
50 years ago, Pierre Trudeau, the father of Canadian Prime
Minister Justin Trudeau, introduced amendments to Canada’s Criminal Code in
1967 that decriminalized same-sex relationships two years later. His words
regarding the matter echoed a very libertarian sentiment:
Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau in 1980
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 30, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 30, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 23, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 23, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 23, 2018
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NGC attends “First Strike” at Mint for Apollo 11 coins
NCS President and NGC Finalizer David J. Camire displays a 2019 Apollo 11 five-ounce silver dollar that he struck at the event
NGC attends “First Strike” at Mint for Apollo 11 coins
NCS President and NGC Finalizer David J. Camire displays a 2019 Apollo 11 five-ounce silver dollar that he struck at the event
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 16, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 16, 2018
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NGC offers special label for American Innovation dollars
NGC’s American Innovation label, available at no additional charge, is a distinguished way to celebrate this series of coins from the U.S
Watch: The 2019 Apollo 11 Coin First Strike Ceremony
By CoinWeek News Staff …. On Thursday, December 13, the United States Mint held a striking ceremony for the 2019 Apollo 11 Moon Landing 50th Anniversary Commemorative silver and gold coins. Several invited guests–including the children of the first men to set foot on another world: Buzz Aldrin’s son Andy Aldrin; Michael Collins’ daughter Ann […]
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Treasury Secretary Mnuchin appoints Thomas J. Uram to succeed Mary N. Lannin as CCAC chair
The CCAC at their November 2018 meeting at Mint headquarters.
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Treasury Secretary Mnuchin appoints Thomas J. Uram to succeed Mary N. Lannin as CCAC chair
The CCAC at their November 2018 meeting at Mint headquarters.
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NGC attends “First Strike” at Mint for Apollo 11 coins
The coins will be released in January to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing.
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Treasury Secretary Mnuchin appoints Thomas J. Uram to succeed Mary N. Lannin as CCAC chair
Thomas “Tom” J. Uram has recently been appointed by Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin to succeed Mary N
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 9, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 9, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 9, 2018
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United States Mint officially launches new multi-year $1 coin program
15-year initiative celebrates the Nation’s significant innovations and pioneering spirit
Washington — The United States Mint hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony today to kick off the American Innovation $1 Coin Program, a multi-year initiative honoring innovators and innovations from each state, the District of Columbia and five U.S
Pakistan: Circulation commemorative coin issued to mark International Anti-Corruption Day
The State Bank of Pakistan issued (9th December) new commemorative coins which are minted in support of and mark International Anti-Corruption Day. On the 31st October 2003, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the United Nations Convention against corruption and also designated the 9th December as International Anti-Corruption Day to raise public awareness for anti-corruption
United States Mint set to release introductory American Innovation $1 coin products on December 14
Washington — The United States Mint is pleased to announce the opening of sales on December 14 at noon (EST), for $1 coin products introducing the United States Mint American Innovation $1 Coin Program. The new 15-year initiative honors innovators and innovations from each state, the District of Columbia, and the five U
United States Mint set to release introductory American Innovation $1 coin products on December 14
Washington — The United States Mint is pleased to announce the opening of sales on December 14 at noon (EST), for $1 coin products introducing the United States Mint American Innovation $1 Coin Program. The new 15-year initiative honors innovators and innovations from each state, the District of Columbia, and the five U
United States Mint set to release introductory American Innovation $1 coin products on December 14
Washington — The United States Mint is pleased to announce the opening of sales on December 14 at noon (EST), for $1 coin products introducing the United States Mint American Innovation $1 Coin Program. The new 15-year initiative honors innovators and innovations from each state, the District of Columbia, and the five U
United States Mint set to release introductory American Innovation $1 coin products on December 14
Washington — The United States Mint is pleased to announce the opening of sales on December 14 at noon (EST), for $1 coin products introducing the United States Mint American Innovation $1 Coin Program. The new 15-year initiative honors innovators and innovations from each state, the District of Columbia, and the five U
The 2018 American Innovation $1 Proof coin, the first release of the American Innovation $1 Coin Program, to be released on December 14
The United States Mint’s American Innovation $1 Coin Program is set to release its first coin on December 14. The 2018 American Innovation $1 Proof coin (18GA), minted at the San Francisco Mint, is the first in a series that will produce unique coins for each of the 50 states, in addition to the District of Columbia and various U
The 2018 American Innovation $1 Proof coin, the first release of the American Innovation $1 Coin Program, to be released on December 14
The United States Mint’s American Innovation $1 Coin Program is set to release its first coin on December 14. The 2018 American Innovation $1 Proof coin (18GA), minted at the San Francisco Mint, is the first in a series that will produce unique coins for each of the 50 states, in addition to the District of Columbia and various U
The 2018 American Innovation $1 Proof coin, the first release of the American Innovation $1 Coin Program, to be released on December 14
The United States Mint’s American Innovation $1 Coin Program is set to release its first coin on December 14. The 2018 American Innovation $1 Proof coin (18GA), minted at the San Francisco Mint, is the first in a series that will produce unique coins for each of the 50 states, in addition to the District of Columbia and various U
Silver Queen located in Virginia City
(Image courtesy truewestmagazine.com)
What is the history of the portrait known as the “Silver Queen?”
In a tavern in Virginia City, Nev., there’s a painting of a woman whose dress is decorated with 3,261 silver dollars
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 2, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 2, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 2, 2018
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China: Lunar New Year celebrated with Year of the Pig silver Proof collector coins
The People’s Bank of China has issued (16th November) new collector coins which are in celebration of the upcoming Lunar New Year that occurs on the 5th February 2019. Each year in the lunar calendar is assigned a zodiac in the Chinese tradition, and every 12 years, this cycle repeats itself with the Pig being the last in the cycle
Final America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set of 2018 goes on sale
Washington — The United States Mint is accepting orders for the America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set (18AH) honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge in Rhode Island.
The America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set contains one Uncirculated quarter from the Philadelphia Mint, one Uncirculated quarter from the Denver Mint, and one Proof quarter from the San Francisco Mint
Final America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set of 2018 goes on sale
Washington — The United States Mint is accepting orders for the America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set (18AH) honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge in Rhode Island.
The America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set contains one Uncirculated quarter from the Philadelphia Mint, one Uncirculated quarter from the Denver Mint, and one Proof quarter from the San Francisco Mint
Final America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set of 2018 goes on sale
Washington — The United States Mint is accepting orders for the America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set (18AH) honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge in Rhode Island.
The America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set contains one Uncirculated quarter from the Philadelphia Mint, one Uncirculated quarter from the Denver Mint, and one Proof quarter from the San Francisco Mint
Final America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set of 2018 goes on sale
Washington — The United States Mint is accepting orders for the America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set (18AH) honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge in Rhode Island.
The America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set contains one Uncirculated quarter from the Philadelphia Mint, one Uncirculated quarter from the Denver Mint, and one Proof quarter from the San Francisco Mint
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 25, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 25, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 25, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 25, 2018
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Timeless designs emerging from a new generation: The American Legion commemorative silver dollar
Background photo by S Sepp.
When reminiscing about classic American coin designs, it’s almost impossible not to think of the gorgeous double eagle by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, the elegant Flowing Hair Stella by Charles E
Timeless designs emerging from a new generation: The American Legion commemorative silver dollar
Background photo by S Sepp.
When reminiscing about classic American coin designs, it’s almost impossible not to think of the gorgeous double eagle by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, the elegant Flowing Hair Stella by Charles E
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 18, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 18, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 11, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 11, 2018
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For U.S. military veterans, a silver medal from a grateful nation
The Mint’s three-inch bronze medals make attractive display pieces. Hover to zoom
For U.S. military veterans, a silver medal from a grateful nation
The Mint’s three-inch bronze medals make attractive display pieces. Hover to zoom
Timeless designs emerging from a new generation: The American Legion commemorative silver dollar
When reminiscing about classic American coin designs, it’s almost impossible not to think of the gorgeous double eagle by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, the elegant Flowing Hair Stella by Charles E. Barber, or the ubiquitous silver dollar by George T
CCAC November 14, 2018, meeting: American Veterans medal
Background photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
The following is a list of artist submissions for the American Veterans medal that were reviewed at the November 14, 2018, Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting today
CCAC November 14, 2018, meeting: American Veterans medal
Background photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
The following is a list of artist submissions for the American Veterans medal that were reviewed at the November 14, 2018, Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting today
CCAC November 14, 2018, meeting: American Veterans medal
The following is a list of artist submissions for the American Veterans medal that were reviewed at the November 14, 2018, Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting today. Additionally, two new members were sworn into the CCAC: Robin Salmon and Samuel H
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 4, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 4, 2018
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Sales open November 15 for America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge
Washington — The United States Mint will release the America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge (product code 18AN) on November 15 at noon Eastern Time (ET).
The Philadelphia Mint produces America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coins in
Sales open November 15 for America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge
Washington — The United States Mint will release the America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge (product code 18AN) on November 15 at noon Eastern Time (ET).
The Philadelphia Mint produces America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coins in
United States Mint releases fifth 2018 America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin on November 13
Washington — The United States Mint will offer bags and rolls of quarters honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge in Rhode Island starting on November 13 at noon Eastern Time (ET). This coin is the fifth and final release of 2018 in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program
United States Mint releases fifth 2018 America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin on November 13
Washington — The United States Mint will offer bags and rolls of quarters honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge in Rhode Island starting on November 13 at noon Eastern Time (ET). This coin is the fifth and final release of 2018 in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program
United States Mint to launch Block Island National Wildlife Refuge quarter on November 15
The United States Mint will join representatives from the U.S
United States Mint to launch Block Island National Wildlife Refuge quarter on November 15
The United States Mint will join representatives from the U.S
India: Chronic shortage of 10-rupee coins forces mints to increase smaller denominations
The Reserve Bank of India has responded to a shortage of 10-rupee coins with orders of smaller denomination coins to make up the difference in the money supply. Owing to a delay in the procurement of raw materials which are needed to mint the base metal bi-metallic coins, the Reserve bank had little option but to decrease their orders from the Security Printing & Minting Corporation of India (SPMCIL), which oversees the country’s four government minting units in Kolkata, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Noida
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 28, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 28, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 28, 2018
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The U.S. Mint’s 2018 numismatic forum and collaboration with foreign mints
Participants at the 2018 U.S
The U.S. Mint’s 2018 numismatic forum and collaboration with foreign mints
Participants at the 2018 U.S
Bowers on collecting: A really great Whitman Expo!
Three times a year the Whitman Coin & Collectibles Expo is held at the Baltimore Convention Center. For many years I have attended each and every one, except for March of this year when my flight was canceled due to weather
Czech Republic: Centenary of independence celebrated with new gold crown coin
The National Bank of the Czech Republic has launched (24th October) new gold commemorative crown coins which will be issued in celebration of the country’s centenary anniversary of independence, which was achieved in November 1918. In the wake of fierce fighting left by the Great War, the collapse of the mighty Austro-Hungarian Empire led to the lands of Bohemia, Moravia, and Slovakia coming together to form the Republic of Czechoslovakia with the historic and age-old city of Prague as its capital
Bowers on collecting: A really great Whitman Expo!
By Q. David Bowers
Three times a year the Whitman Coin & Collectibles Expo is held at the Baltimore Convention Center
Bowers on collecting: A really great Whitman Expo!
By Q. David Bowers
Three times a year the Whitman Coin & Collectibles Expo is held at the Baltimore Convention Center
Spain marks passing of escudos
It is 150 years since Spain abandoned the escudo as part of a total makeover of the nation’s currency. To mark the anniversary of the last escudo, Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre – Real Casa de la Moneda [Royal Mint of Spain] – has produced a series of replica escudos stuck as .999 fine gold euros that trace the history of this historic gold coin
United Kingdom announces that a commemorative 50-pence coin will be issued to mark Brexit
It was announced and confirmed today by HM Treasury in the United Kingdom that they will officially issue a commemorative coin to mark the departure of the United Kingdom from the European Union, commonly referred to as Brexit. The announcement was made after the delivery of the annual budget speech by the Finance Minister Philip Hammond, who is referred to as the Chancellor of the Exchequer to the House of Commons
Ireland: Latest collector crown coin salutes Bram Stoker’s Dracula in time for Halloween 2018
The Central Bank of Ireland has officially launched (24th October) their latest collector coin which is in salute to the work of Bram Stoker, author of one of the world’s most chilling novels: Dracula.
As Halloween approaches, the Central Bank of Ireland has launched these commemorative coins in salute to one of the world’s scariest tales and the Dublin-born author who penned this famous novel
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 21, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 21, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 21, 2018
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CCAC October 16, 2018, meeting: 2020 Air Force medal
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
The following is a list of artist submissions for the 2020 Air Force medal that were reviewed at the October 16, 2018, Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting
CCAC October 16, 2018, meeting: 2020 Air Force medal
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
The following is a list of artist submissions for the 2020 Air Force medal that were reviewed at the October 16, 2018, Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting
CCAC October 16, 2018, meeting: 2020 Air Force medal
The following is a list of artist submissions for the 2020 Air Force medal that were reviewed at the October 16, 2018, Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting. Additional designs that were reviewed and discussed during the meeting were the 2021-2025 American Platinum Eagle coin series, 2021-2022 Native American $1 coins, and the 2020 Coast Guard medal
CCAC October 16, 2018, meeting: 2020 Coast Guard medal
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The following is a list of artist submissions for the 2020 Coast Guard medal that were reviewed at the October 16, 2018, Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting
CCAC October 16, 2018, meeting: 2020 Coast Guard medal
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
The following is a list of artist submissions for the 2020 Coast Guard medal that were reviewed at the October 16, 2018, Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 14, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 14, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 14, 2018
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Greece: New 2018 10-coin Proof set includes two additional commemorative €2 pieces
The Bank of Greece has announced that they will issue, on the 25th October, this year’s Proof quality coin sets which include all eight circulation denominations — as well as two commemorative €2 coins which were issued earlier this year. The set includes the circulation pieces ranging from one euro cent to two euros
United Kingdom: New crown coin celebrates the 70th birthday of HRH Charles, Prince of Wales
The Royal Mint has released (15th October) the new coins that will commemorate the latest celebration for the Royal Family in 2018, which is the 70th birthday of His Royal Highness, the Prince of Wales, occurring on the 14th November 2018. The portrait of the Prince of Wales has been created by experienced engraver Robert Elderton, whose previous coin designs include the 40th anniversary of the Queen’s coronation in 1993 and a portrait of HRH the Duke of Sussex on his 21st birthday
2019 Apollo 11 coin designs take flight four years after program proposed
On October 11 at the National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC, the designs of the 2019 Apollo 11 50th anniversary commemorative coins were unveiled with considerable fanfare by the U.S
United States Mint unveils designs for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program
Washington — The United States Mint unveiled the designs for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program today. The obverse and reverse designs will be featured on the four coins in the program: A $5 gold coin, a standard size $1 silver coin, a half dollar clad coin, and a five-ounce $1 silver Proof coin
2019 Apollo 11 coin designs take flight fours years after program proposed
On October 11 at the National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC, the designs of the 2019 Apollo 11 50th anniversary commemorative coins were unveiled with considerable fanfare by the U.S
2019 Apollo 11 coin designs take flight four years after program proposed
Michael Olson at the Apollo 11 design unveiling event. Hover to zoom
2019 Apollo 11 coin designs take flight fours years after program proposed
Michael Olsen at the Apollo 11 design unveiling event. Hover to zoom
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 7, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 7, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending October 7, 2018
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Designs revealed for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program
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Washington — The United States Mint unveiled the designs for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program today
Designs revealed for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program
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Washington — The United States Mint unveiled the designs for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program today
Designs revealed for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program
Washington — The United States Mint unveiled the designs for the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program today. The obverse and reverse designs will be featured on the four coins in the program: a $5 gold coin, a standard size $1 silver coin, a half dollar clad coin, and a five-ounce $1 silver Proof coin
The 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program
The winning artist whose design graces the obverse is Gary Cooper. He prefers to be contacted via email first and can be reached at *protected email*
Tomorrow’s 2019 Apollo 11 50th anniversary commemorative coin design unveiling
The 2019 Apollo 11 50th anniversary commemorative coin design unveiling will take place tomorrow Thursday, October 11, 2018, at 10:30 a.m
Contentious Supreme Court Associate Justice Brett Kavanaugh to be depicted on new White House medals
The White House Gift Shop has announced (6th October) that the latest addition to the Supreme Court, Brett Kavanaugh, will be added to a series of medals commissioned to highlight historic moments of the Trump administration. The eighth medal in the series will depict both the first and second nominees to the Supreme Court selected by President Trump, who will be pictured along with an image of the President
2018 America the Beautiful Quarters Circulating Coin Set available October 10
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Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2018 America the Beautiful Quarters Circulating Coin Set (product code 18AC) on October 10 at noon Eastern Time (ET)
2018 America the Beautiful Quarters Circulating Coin Set available October 10
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Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2018 America the Beautiful Quarters Circulating Coin Set (product code 18AC) on October 10 at noon Eastern Time (ET)
Major Barber exhibits and lectures planned for October 2018 Baltimore Expo
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(Baltimore, Maryland) — The Whitman Coin and Collectibles Baltimore Expo will feature two groundbreaking new exhibits and lectures on personal artifacts from the family of U
Major Barber exhibits and lectures planned for October 2018 Baltimore Expo
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(Baltimore, Maryland) — The Whitman Coin and Collectibles Baltimore Expo will feature two groundbreaking new exhibits and lectures on personal artifacts from the family of U
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 30, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 30, 2018
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Ukraine: Centenary anniversary of first postage stamps celebrated on new collector coin
The National Bank of Ukraine has issued (25th September) new collector coins which mark the centenary anniversary of the country’s first postage stamps released in 1918. The series of postage stamps was issued during the brief period when Ukraine emerged as an independent state after the break-up of the Russian Empire following the abdication of Czar Nicholas II in 1917
Q&A: What kind of collection do I have?
The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers:
Is it time to sell your coins? Perhaps you don’t consider yourself a collector, but you’ve inherited a cigar box full of Grandpa’s old pocket change. Or maybe you’ve spent years in the hobby, and you feel like it’s time to explore new paths
Q&A: What kind of collection do I have?
The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers:
Is it time to sell your coins? Perhaps you don’t consider yourself a collector, but you’ve inherited a cigar box full of Grandpa’s old pocket change. Or maybe you’ve spent years in the hobby, and you feel like it’s time to explore new paths
Q&A: What kind of collection do I have?
The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers:
Is it time to sell your coins? Perhaps you don’t consider yourself a collector, but you’ve inherited a cigar box full of Grandpa’s old pocket change. Or maybe you’ve spent years in the hobby, and you feel like it’s time to explore new paths
Q&A: What kind of collection do I have?
The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers:
Is it time to sell your coins? Perhaps you don’t consider yourself a collector, but you’ve inherited a cigar box full of Grandpa’s old pocket change. Or maybe you’ve spent years in the hobby, and you feel like it’s time to explore new paths
Q&A: What kind of collection do I have?
The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers:
Is it time to sell your coins? Perhaps you don’t consider yourself a collector, but you’ve inherited a cigar box full of Grandpa’s old pocket change. Or maybe you’ve spent years in the hobby, and you feel like it’s time to explore new paths
Q&A: What kind of collection do I have?
The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers:
Is it time to sell your coins? Perhaps you don’t consider yourself a collector, but you’ve inherited a cigar box full of Grandpa’s old pocket change. Or maybe you’ve spent years in the hobby, and you feel like it’s time to explore new paths
Ukraine: Centenary anniversary of first postage stamps celebrated on new collector coin
The National Bank of Ukraine has issued (25th September) new collector coins which mark the centenary anniversary of the country’s first postage stamps released in 1918. The series of postage stamps was issued during the brief period when Ukraine emerged as an independent state after the break-up of the Russian Empire following the abdication of Czar Nicholas II in 1917
Art, liberty, and innovation: The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee makes recommendations
Eight members of the Treasury Department’s Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee met at U.S
Art, liberty, and innovation: The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee makes recommendations
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
Eight members of the Treasury Department’s Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee met at U
Art, liberty, and innovation: The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee makes recommendations
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
Eight members of the Treasury Department’s Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee met at U
Art, liberty, and innovation: The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee makes recommendations
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
Eight members of the Treasury Department’s Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee met at U
Art, liberty, and innovation: The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee makes recommendations
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
Eight members of the Treasury Department’s Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee met at U
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 23, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 23, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 23, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 23, 2018
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United States Mint opens sales for Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set on October 1
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set (product code 18CL) on October 1 at noon ET.
Priced at $39
United States Mint opens sales for Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set on October 1
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set (product code 18CL) on October 1 at noon ET.
Priced at $39
United States Mint opens sales for Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set on October 1
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set (product code 18CL) on October 1 at noon ET.
Priced at $39
United States Mint opens sales for Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set on October 1
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set (product code 18CL) on October 1 at noon ET.
Priced at $39
United States Mint opens sales for Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set on October 1
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set (product code 18CL) on October 1 at noon ET.
Priced at $39
NGC and ASG grading Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set
Submit the Breast Cancer Awareness Coin and Stamp Set for a special pedigree from NGC and ASG, its stamp-grading affiliate.
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U.S. Mint Sales Report: Week ending September 16, 2018
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U.S. Mint Sales Report: Week ending September 16, 2018
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U.S. Mint Sales Report: Week ending September 16, 2018
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U.S. Mint Sales Report: Week ending September 16, 2018
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Legend’s Regency Auction 28 presents major opportunities for collectors
Firm’s second two-day auction focuses on quality rarities, with one session focused solely on half dollars.
(Lincroft, NJ)—Legend Rare Coin Auctions is proud to announce the 28th Regency Auction, the second auction in the firm’s history that required two sessions to present the wide variety of important, historic, and rare coins
Innovative 100-point coin grading scale created by Ron Guth
(San Diego, California) September 17, 2018 — Award-winning author, researcher, and professional numismatist Ron Guth of Expert Numismatic Services, Inc. in San Diego, California has created the Guth 100-Point Coin Grading Scale, a new numerical grading scale that he believes will benefit collectors
2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin and Stamp Set to be released on October 1 at noon
On October 1 at 12 noon (ET), the U.S
2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin and Stamp Set to be released on October 1 at noon
On October 1 at 12 noon (ET), the U.S
2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin and Stamp Set to be released on October 1 at noon
On October 1 at 12 noon (ET), the U.S
Ireland: Presentation and official launch of latest collector coin honouring singer Rory Gallagher
The Central Bank of Ireland has officially unveiled and launched their new silver collector coins which feature singer Rory Gallagher (1948–1995) that are the first in a three-coin series entitled “Modern Irish Musicians.”
The coin commemorates the world-renowned musician with an image of Rory Gallagher playing the guitar against a backdrop of a vinyl record over an image of a map of the world
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 9, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 9, 2018
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Canada: New Brilliant Uncirculated Mint set includes commemorative coin marking bicentenary of North American 49th parallel border
Following the conclusion of the War of 1812, the Convention of 1818 resulted in a treaty between Great Britain and the United States. It stipulated that the western boundary between British North America and the United States should follow the 49th parallel from the Lake of the Woods to the Rocky Mountains, known to many English speakers at the time as the “Stony Mountains
Set of Cumberland Island National Seashore quarters goes on sale on September 13
Washington — The United States Mint will open sales for the 2018 America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set — Cumberland Island National Seashore (product code 18AG) on September 13 at noon Eastern Time (ET) for $9.95
Set of Cumberland Island National Seashore quarters goes on sale on September 13
Washington — The United States Mint will open sales for the 2018 America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set — Cumberland Island National Seashore (product code 18AG) on September 13 at noon Eastern Time (ET) for $9.95
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 2, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending September 2, 2018
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Australia: Governor-General unveils new commemorative dollar coins which include sixth effigy of Queen Elizabeth II
The Royal Australian Mint has officially unveiled the first new commemorative one-dollar coins that will include the Queen’s new effigy, which is set to be included on all circulation and many collector coins from 2019 onwards. His Excellency General, the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK, MC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, was present to reveal the first Australian coins to feature the new portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, signalling the impending transition to a new effigy on all Australian coinage
Set of Cumberland Island National Seashore quarters goes on sale on September 13
Washington — The United States Mint will open sales for the 2018 America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set — Cumberland Island National Seashore (product code 18AG) on September 13 at noon Eastern Time (ET).
This set is priced at $9
United States Mint launches 44th America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin
A crowd of 1,500 people attended the August 30, 2018, ceremonial launch of the Cumberland Island National Seashore quarter in Kingsland, Ga. The coin is the 44th release in the United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Program
United States Mint launches 44th America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin
A crowd of 1,500 people attended the August 30, 2018, ceremonial launch of the Cumberland Island National Seashore quarter in Kingsland, Ga. The coin is the 44th release in the United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Program
United States Mint unveils designs for American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program
Minneapolis — The United States Mint joined the American Legion at its national convention at the Minneapolis Convention Center to unveil designs for the 2019 American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program.
The artists in the Mint’s Artistic Infusion Program created the designs that will appear on gold, silver, and clad coins as mandated by Public Law 115-65, the legislation authorizing this coin program
United States Mint launches 44th America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin
Kingsland, Ga. — The United States Mint joined the National Park Service today to launch the quarter honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore in Georgia
“Why did they do that?” — A look inside the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
On Thursday, August 16, 2018, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) gave a special two-hour presentation and panel discussion at the American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money in Philadelphia. The title of the “Money Talks” presentation was “‘Why Did They Do That?’—An In-Depth Discussion of the Interaction Between the CCAC, Congress, and the United States Mint
Commemorative coin and banknote of Mongolia in celebration of the Year of the Pig
Description
The obverse features the emblem of the Bank of Mongolia, and below is 1000 Togrog in Cyrillic lettering. Below that is MONGOLIA 0
United States Mint unveils designs for American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program
The American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program designs are unveiled at the American Legion conference August 29, 2018, in Minneapolis, Mn. U
United States Mint unveils designs for American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program
The American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Program designs are unveiled at the American Legion conference August 29, 2018, in Minneapolis, Mn. U
“Why did they do that?” — A look inside the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
On Thursday, August 16, 2018, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) gave a special two-hour presentation and panel discussion at the American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money in Philadelphia. The title of the “Money Talks” presentation was “‘Why Did They Do That?’—An In-Depth Discussion of the Interaction Between the CCAC, Congress, and the United States Mint
“Why did they do that?” — A look inside the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
On Thursday, August 16, 2018, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) gave a special two-hour presentation and panel discussion at the American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money in Philadelphia. The title of the “Money Talks” presentation was “‘Why Did They Do That?’—An In-Depth Discussion of the Interaction Between the CCAC, Congress, and the United States Mint
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 26, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 26, 2018
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Klimt on coins
Gustav Klimt (1862-1918), an Austrian symbolist painter, was a founding member of the Art Nouveau and Vienna Secessionist movements — both of which were reactions against the more traditional style of 19th-century art.
Art Nouveau was a decorative style of art seen not only in paintings but in architecture, advertising, jewelry, and many other forms that were inspired by natural forms and structures
United States Mint to launch quarter honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore on August 30
Join the United States Mint and the National Park Service for the official launch of the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore in Georgia on 10 a.m
United States Mint to launch quarter honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore on August 30
Join the United States Mint and the National Park Service for the official launch of the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore in Georgia on 10 a.m
United States Mint to launch quarter honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore on August 30
Join the United States Mint and the National Park Service for the official launch of the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore in Georgia on 10 a.m
America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore available on August 27
Washington — The United States Mint will offer rolls and bags of quarters honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore in Georgia starting on August 27 at noon Eastern Time (ET).
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America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore available on August 27
Washington — The United States Mint will offer rolls and bags of quarters honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore in Georgia starting on August 27 at noon Eastern Time (ET).
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United States Mint to launch quarter honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore on August 30
Join the United States Mint and the National Park Service for the official launch of the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Cumberland Island National Seashore in Georgia on 10 a.m
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 12, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 12, 2018
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United States Mint lifts the curtain on designs for the 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters Program
Background photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
Philadelphia — The United States Mint revealed the official designs for the 2019–dated coins in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program
United States Mint lifts the curtain on designs for the 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters Program
Background photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
Philadelphia — The United States Mint revealed the official designs for the 2019–dated coins in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program
The Dentuck ANA blog: Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Bowers, Burdette, Books, and Beards at America’s Biggest Coin Show
There’s something magical about the American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money. For most collectors and dealers, this is the biggest “coin show” of the year
The Dentuck ANA blog: Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Philadelphia, home of the Liberty Bell, is the host city of the 2018 American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money. (Photo courtesy U
The Dentuck ANA blog: Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Philadelphia, home of the Liberty Bell, is the host city of the 2018 American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money. (Photo courtesy U
Slovakia: Pivotal events of Prague Spring in 1968 remembered on new silver commemorative coin
The National Bank of Slovakia has issued (9th August) new commemorative coins which are minted in remembrance of one of former Czechoslovakia’s most pivotal events in their history as a modern nation — the time when Czechoslovaks attempted to reclaim their own nation from Soviet influence. The events of August 1968 were eerily similar to the historical changes which occurred in 1990 with the collapse of the communist government and the emergence of parliamentary elections
Bureau of Engraving and Printing and United States Mint to participate in the American Numismatic Association’s 2018 World’s Fair of Money
Washington, DC — The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) and the United States Mint will share booth #218 at the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) World’s Fair of Money, August 14–18, 2018, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA.
BEP Director Len Olijar and Mint Director David Ryder will participate in the official ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, August 14 at 12:30 p
Bureau of Engraving and Printing and United States Mint to participate in the American Numismatic Association’s 2018 World’s Fair of Money
Washington, DC — The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) and the United States Mint will share booth #218 at the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) World’s Fair of Money, August 14–18, 2018, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA.
BEP Director Len Olijar and Mint Director David Ryder will participate in the official ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, August 14 at 12:30 p
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 5, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending August 5, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 29, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 29, 2018
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ACTF special exhibit of counterfeit coins, bars for public education
Among the counterfeits to be on display in the special exhibit are fake gold bars in fake APMEX, PAMP, and Royal Canadian Mint holders. Hover to zoom
ACTF special exhibit of counterfeit coins, bars for public education
Among the counterfeits to be on display in the special exhibit are fake gold bars in fake APMEX, PAMP, and Royal Canadian Mint holders. Hover to zoom
ACTF special exhibit of counterfeit coins, bars for public education
Homeland Security loans items to illustrate levels of deceptiveness, diversity
The Industry Council for Tangible Assets’ (ICTA) Anti-Counterfeiting Task Force (ACTF) will exhibit a five-case display of counterfeit coins, precious metals bars, and grading holders during the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money from August 14-18 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.
The counterfeit items are on special loan from the Cherry Hill, N
Spain: New silver commemorative coin celebrates the founding of Asturias and includes an effigy of its princess
The Fabrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre Real Casa de la Moneda has launched (23rd July) new commemorative silver coins which are minted in celebration of the 1,300th anniversary of the establishment of the Kingdom of the Asturias. The coin depicts effigies of HM King Felipe VI and his 13-year-old daughter Princess Leonor, who appears on national Spanish coinage for the first time
ACTF special exhibit of counterfeits coins, bars for public education
Homeland Security loans items to illustrate levels of deceptiveness, diversity
The Industry Council for Tangible Assets’ (ICTA) Anti-Counterfeiting Task Force (ACTF) will exhibit a five-case display of counterfeit coins, precious metals bars, and grading holders during the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money from August 14-18 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.
The counterfeit items are on special loan from the Cherry Hill, N
McDonald’s unveils limited edition MacCoin to celebrate 50 years of the Big Mac
The collectible MacCoin is the first fully food-backed global currency
[Chicago, Illinois] [July 29, 2018] — To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Big Mac, McDonald’s unveiled the MacCoin, a limited edition global currency* backed by the internationally iconic Big Mac that fans across the world can get their hands on starting August 2 to share, collect or redeem. Despite its name, the MacCoin is technically a token
The CCAC unanimously rejects the reverse designs submitted for the 2018 American Innovation $1 coin
Today’s public meeting of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) centered on the design of a dollar coin proposed to be the first minted under the American Innovation $1 Coin Act. The program’s coins are scheduled to share a common Statue of Liberty design on the obverse
The CCAC unanimously rejects the reverse designs submitted for the 2018 American Innovation $1 coin
Photo by Agnosticpreacherskid.
Today’s public meeting of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) centered on the design of a dollar coin proposed to be the first minted under the American Innovation $1 Coin Act
The CCAC unanimously rejects the reverse designs submitted for the 2018 American Innovation $1 coin
Photo by Agnosticpreacherskid.
Today’s public meeting of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) centered on the design of a dollar coin proposed to be the first minted under the American Innovation $1 Coin Act
New $1 coin program Honors American innovation
Washington — The enactment of the American Innovation $1 Coin Act ushers in the latest numismatic coin program of the United States Mint. The Act calls for the minting and issuance of non-circulating American Innovation $1 coins for each state, the District of Columbia, and each U
New $1 coin program Honors American innovation
Washington — The enactment of the American Innovation $1 Coin Act ushers in the latest numismatic coin program of the United States Mint. The Act calls for the minting and issuance of non-circulating American Innovation $1 coins for each state, the District of Columbia, and each U
Bowers on collecting: American World’s Fairs
By Q. David Bowers
I am in the middle of a Whitman project to create a book on American postcards
Bowers on collecting: American World’s Fairs
By Q. David Bowers
I am in the middle of a Whitman project to create a book on American postcards
Australia’s $2 coin gets an Invictus Games Sydney 2018 makeover
An image of a wheelchair competitor adorns Australia’s newest circulating coin, unveiled today by the Royal Australian Mint ahead of Invictus Games Sydney 2018 presented by Jaguar Land Rover.
Produced in partnership with Invictus Games Sydney 2018, the new $2 coin will celebrate the unconquered spirit of wounded, injured, and ill service personnel and veterans across Australia
Déjà vu all over again: American Innovation Dollar Coin Program
By Louis Golino
On July 10, legislation calling for the issuance of a new series of $1 coins that will honor American innovations and innovators was sent to President Trump to be signed into law — which he did Friday.
The bill, H
Déjà vu all over again: American Innovation Dollar Coin Program
By Louis Golino
On July 10, legislation calling for the issuance of a new series of $1 coins that will honor American innovations and innovators was sent to President Trump to be signed into law — which he did Friday.
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Déjà vu all over again: American Innovation Dollar Coin Program
On July 10, legislation calling for the issuance of a new series of $1 coins that will honor American innovations and innovators was sent to President Trump to be signed into law, which he is expected to do.
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Belgium: New 2018 mint set features commemorative medal celebrating fifth anniversary of accession of King Philip
The National Bank of Belgium has authorised the release of new mint sets dated “2018” that will include all eight denominations of the euro coinage in circulation within the Euro-zone area, and, in celebration of the fifth anniversary of the accession of King Philip, a special anniversary medal has been included in the set. Included in the set is the current series of Belgian coins depicting HM King Philip, who succeeded his father King Albert II upon his abdication on the 17th July 2013
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 15, 2018
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 15, 2018
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Estonia announces mintage and issue of 2018-dated circulation euro coins
The Bank of Estonia has announced (16th July) that they are releasing new 2018-dated circulating euro coins which include all of the currently circulating denominations from one cent to two-euro values. Prior to these newly dated coins, the majority of Estonian coins minted for circulation were dated “2011,” the year Estonia adopted the single currency
The San Francisco Mint’s 2018 Silver Reverse Proof Set to go on sale July 23
On July 23 at noon (ET), the San Francisco Mint’s 2018 Silver Reverse Proof Set (18XC) will go on sale on the Mint’s website. The set commemorates the 50th anniversary of the San Francisco Mint producing Proof coinage and features two lenses
The San Francisco Mint’s 2018 Silver Reverse Proof Set to go on sale July 23
On July 23 at noon (ET), the San Francisco Mint’s 2018 Silver Reverse Proof Set (18XC) will go on sale on the Mint’s website. The set commemorates the 50th anniversary of the San Francisco Mint producing Proof coinage and features two lenses
The Carson City Mint 150th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act of 2018
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The Carson City Mint 150th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act of 2018
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The Carson City Mint 150th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act of 2018
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PCGS all-time finest U.S. commemoratives exhibited at World’s Fair of Money
(July 2, 2018) — Visitors to the ANA 2018 World’s Fair of Money in Philadelphia can see an impressive exhibit of classic United States commemorative coins, many of them the finest known and many with spectacular, original toning. The 144-coin collection, The J&L 144 Complete Set, is ranked as both the current finest and all-time finest in the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) Set Registry
Netherlands and United States: Exceptional presidential gift of scarce gold commemorative coin to be auctioned
The Schulman Numismatists, auctioneers in Amsterdam, have included a scarce and very rare gold coin minted in 1982 which commemorated the 200th year of Dutch-American friendship that will go under the hammer on the 29th and 30th June. It is understood that the 50-gulden coin was presented to President Ronald Reagan for the occasion of the state visit of HM Queen Beatrix and HRH Prince Claus, which also marked the 200th year of friendship between the two countries
The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 17, 2018
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South Africa: First-ever commemorative banknotes celebrate birth centenary of Nelson Mandela
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) announced (14th June) they will be launching their first commemorative banknote series, in celebration of the birth centenary of the country’s first post-apartheid president, Nelson Mandela. These notes will include all currently circulating denominations R10, R20, R50, R100, and R200
United States Mint launches America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Voyageurs National Park quarter
International Falls, MN — The United States Mint joined the National Park Service today to launch the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota. It is the third America the Beautiful Quarters coin issued in 2018 and the 43rd release in the series
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending June 10, 2018
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The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: National Park of America Samoa
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