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2025 Marine Corps 250th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Designs Recommended
The United States Mint revealed over sixty potential designs for commemorative coins that recognize the 250th anniversary of the U
2026 Native American $1 Coin Candidate Designs Depict Oneidas at Valley Forge
On Monday, April 15, the United States Mint revealed 14 potential designs for the 2026 Native American $1 Coin, gearing up for their assessment before the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) on April 16 and the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) on April 18
CCAC to Review Designs for 2025 Marine Corps Coins and 2026 Liberty Products
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day public meeting on April 16 and 17 to review and discuss candidate designs for multiple medals and coins
U.S. Mint Welcomes 25 New Artists to Its Roster
Today, March 12, the United States Mint announced the selection of 25 new artists for its Artistic Infusion Program (AIP)
Dual-Dated 1776~2026 Cent and Nickel Recommended for Semiquincentennial
Dual-dated Lincoln cents and Jefferson nickels have been recommended as a part of the United States’ 250th anniversary celebration in 2026, with circulating coins set to undergo redesign solely for that year
Design Candidates Unveiled for 2026 Semiquincentennial Lincoln Cent and Jefferson Nickel
In 2026, the United States will celebrate the 250th anniversary of its founding
United States Mint releases 2024 Liberty & Britannia Program products
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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
Dennis Tucker retiring as publisher at Whitman
Dennis Tucker, Publisher.
(Virginia Beach, Virginia) — Following a nineteen-year career as Publisher at Whitman Publishing, Dennis Tucker will retire at the end of February 2024
CCAC to Review Designs for Florida and Texas Dollars & Semiquincentennial Coins
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, Feb
Reviewing your 2023 purchase history, part I
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Editor’s Note: Michael Bugeja’s columns are based on his online buying experiences
2024 American Women quarters rolls and bags honoring Reverend Dr. Pauli Murray on sale February 1
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) 2024 American Women quarters rolls and bags honoring Reverend Dr
United States Mint opens sales for the 2024 Native American $1 coin on January 29
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) began accepting orders for products containing the 2024 Native American $1 coin on January 29 at noon EST
Bowers on Collecting: Coins of the presidential administrations — James Madison
By Q. David Bowers
The following is re-posted from the “Bowers on Collecting” column
This week I give another overview of the coins issued during the administrations of various presidents from George Washington to date with a small selection of illustrations
Numismatic New Year: four must-have coins
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By Michael Bugeja
If you are considering collecting as a hobby, or if you want to update your own collection with some of the most desired coins, now is the time at the start of the New Year to save, bid on, and buy these four iconic coins, all available in lower grades or higher mintages for $300-500
2025 Native American $1 Coin Design Honors Mary Kawena Pukui
Ten candidate designs for the 2025 Native American $1 Coin, submitted by the United States Mint, have been reviewed by both the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) and the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA)
CCAC Member Darla Jackson Resigns, Joins United States Mint
By Hubert Walker for CoinWeek ….
Joining the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) just earlier this year, sculptor Darla Jackson has resigned from the Committee to join the full-time creative staff of the United States Mint as a Medallic Artist. She had served on the 11-seat CCAC as the Committee’s specialist in the sculptural and medallic arts.
The Mint is currently seeking applications for her replacement, with a submission deadline of January 4, 2024. This notice was released to the public on December 1.
Background
Long committed to her community in Philadelphia, Ms. Jackson earned her Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Sculpture from Moore College of Arts, a local visual arts school for women. She won Arts Challenge Grants from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation in 2011 and 2013; according to their website, the Knight Foundation “support[s] a more effective democracy by funding free expression and journalism, arts and culture in community, research in areas of media and democracy, and in the success of American cities and towns where the Knight brothers once published newspapers.”
Jackson also founded the Philadelphia Sculpture Gym, a sculpture studio that community members can join like a gym. She currently teaches moldmaking and figure modeling as an Assistant Professor at Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in Philadelphia, and is an elected member of the National Sculpture Society, where she serves on the Honors and Awards Committee. Ms. Jackson has also been a member of the Board of Philadelphia Sculptors since 2021.
She was appointed to serve a four-year term with the CCAC as the member “specifically qualified in medallic arts or sculpture” by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on March 23, 2023, and sworn in at the April 18 public meeting (PDF Link) at the Mint’s Washington, D.C., headquarters.
Artists at the United States Mint
The Engraving Department at the United States Mint utilizes two separate pools of talent.
Until recently, the Mint refered to its full-time, in-house staff as sculptor-engravers; these individuals are now called Medallic Artists. These employees create design work and sculpt models for new coins and medals. Besides Ms. Jackson, current U.S. Mint Medallic Artists include Craig Campbell, Eric David Custer, Renata Gordon, Phebe Hemphill, John P. McGraw, and Chief Engraver Joseph P. Menna.
To add fresh perspectives, styles, and ideas to contemporary American coin design, Congress established the Artistic Infusion Program (AIP) in 2003. While the nature of the work is somewhat freelance, AIP artists develop relationships with the Mint and work directly with Medallic Artists to created new designs. The U.S. Mint issues public invitations to professional artists to join the AIP when openings are available.
CCAC’s Jackson Not the First
Another former CCAC member has already followed a similar path to Jackson.
Heidi Wastweet, who served two terms as the Committee’s sculpture and medallics art expert from 2010 through 2018, has realized her designs on modern U.S. coins through the Artistic Infusion Program starting with the reverse of the 2021 National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum commemorative half dollar.
About the CCAC
Established by Public Law 108-15 in 2003, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) advises the Secretary of the Treasury on the themes and artwork that grace our country’s coins and medals. This includes commemoratives, Congressional Gold Medals, Mint medals, bullion coins, other special numismatic programs, and all circulating coinage. The Treasury Secretary then makes the final decision. The CCAC can also suggest mintage level recommendations.
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Sources
https://coinweek.com/ccac-medallic-arts-applications/
https://www.ccac.gov/aboutUs/bio_DarlaJackson.html
https://nationalsculpture.org/member/darla_jackson/
https://www.ccac.gov/media/calendar/transcripts/CCAC_Meeting_April%2018-ADA.pdf
https://www.ccac.gov/aboutUs/PL108_15.html
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Designs for 2024 Flowing Hair Coin and Medal Get the Nod
In 2024, the United States Mint will release a 1 oz
CCAC to Review Flowing Hair Designs and Other Coins and Medals
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, Nov
Coin Design Blunders at the United States Mint
By Lianna Spurrier for CoinWeek …..
We all make mistakes – the United States Mint included. Over the years the Mint has released multiple coins with design flaws that caused outrage, confusion, and flat-out rejection.
We’ve all heard how public upset led to the removal of “VDB” from the back of the wheat penny and the covering of Lady Liberty’s breast on the Standing Liberty quarters. Did the masses really care that much about their coinage? Was there really enough pushback that popular opinion necessitated these changes?
Shield Nickel Rays Coin Design
The shield nickel was released in 1866 with a circle of 13 stars on the reverse that had rays between them. In early 1867, these rays were removed.
It’s widely known that the shield nickel series as a whole proved to be very difficult to strike. The Mint hadn’t worked with nickel very much and it is a harder material than copper or silver, making the dies liable to crack and have a short lifespan.
The rays on the reverse were part of the problem. There was little space between each ray and its neighboring stars, making it a particularly problematic part of the coin. They were removed in part to help the dies last longer.
But there were other reasons. The design as a whole was widely criticized; Joseph Wharton famously likened it to a tombstone, and an 1866 Letter to the Editor published in the American Journal of Numismatics asserted that “[t]he motto ‘In God We Trust,’ is very opportune, for the inventor [sic] of this coin may rest assured that the devil will never forgive him for such an abortion.”
The most controversial offense, however, was on the reverse. The rays reminded some of the Confederate flags from the Civil War, indicating Southern sympathies. While seemingly not an extremely widespread complaint, this may have had something to do with the removal of the rays as well.
VDB Wheat Pennies
The release of the Lincoln cent in 1909, designed by Victor David Brenner, was highly anticipated. It was the first circulating US coin to feature a portrait of a historical figure, and there was such high demand that the Mint had to limit how many an individual could purchase. They were released on August 2, and the complaints started rolling in only a couple days later.
On August 4, the Middletown Daily Argus of Middletown, New York, published a brief article entitled “Lincoln Coins Faulty”:
The new Lincoln cent has been only one day in circulation and already it is declared that a serious blunder was made by the Mint authorities and that a new die may have to be made to eliminate the objectionable feature.
The initials “VDB”, on the bottom reverse of the coin, were seen as too bold and made many think of Brenner as conceited. In addition, according to the Des Moines News, some people mistook the initials for the trademark of an underwear brand – BVD.
Franklin MacVeagh, Secretary of the Treasury, responded promptly. Over the next few days, multiple options were considered: removing the initials altogether, leaving them be, or replacing them with only a “B”. Ultimately, they were removed entirely, until finding a new home beneath Lincoln’s shoulder in 1918.
Numismatists of the day expected that the VDB varieties would become scarce and began saving them as soon as the change was announced, resulting in many high-grade specimens available today.
Brenner was none too happy about the removal of his initials. He originally included his full last name on the design, but it was reduced before minting began. In a letter to The Numismatist on August 23, Brenner said:
It is mighty hard for me to express my sentiments with reference to the initials on the cent. The name of the artist on a coin is essential for the student of history as it enables him to trace environments and conditions of the time said coin was produced.
There was already precedent to place his initials on the coin. In fact, the only other circulating coins at the time without a designer’s initials were the nickel and the $10 gold piece. Regardless, the controversy regarding his initials may very well have made him one of the more well-known designers of a US coin, especially considering that the wheat penny is the only circulating coin he created.
Type 1 & 2 Standing Liberty Quarters
Another widely known design change was the covering of Lady Liberty’s breast on the Type 2 Standing Liberty quarter in 1917. The common belief is that a public outcry of conservatives drove this change, but there were no such complaints.
The change was actually a result of people inside the Mint. Hermon A. MacNeil designed the Standing Liberty quarter in 1916. Between the approval of his designs and the beginning of production in December, multiple modifications were made without MacNeil’s approval; the eagle on the reverse was lowered, a pair of dolphins originally on the obverse was removed, and other small changes were made. His design was altered in part because the original design was in high relief, which the Mint was not capable of producing. Already having trouble with the new Mercury dimes and Walking Liberty half dollars, they hoped to avoid similar issues with the quarter and address them before production began.
At first, the new coins were available only to officials and prominent numismatists (out of a fear of hoarding), and MacNeil had to request a sample. Previously unaware of the design changes, he was outraged by the modifications and insisted that the new coins not be released to the public. They were held until January 17, 1917, when the already minted pieces were put into circulation.
However, MacNeil got his wish. He was allowed to change the design so that he found it acceptable, and this was where the Type 2 design came in. The original intention was to leave Liberty’s breast bare and combine two previously produced obverses, but minting technology at the time was incapable of doing so. As a result, MacNeil had to entirely reengrave the obverse. He completed this in mid-February and chose to give Lady Liberty a chain mail shirt, thus covering the exposed breast.
So why the change? There are multiple theories, but no definitive records. It may have simply been a personal choice of MacNeil’s, like other works he produced during that time, such as the statue Intellectual Development, also feature more covered females. However, Ron Guth and Jeff Garrett assert in United States Coinage: A Study by Type that MacNeil didn’t have a say in this design change.
David Lange suggests the Treasury Department may have played a part in the addition of chain mail, and Ray Young, in an article for Coins, believes it may have been a symbolic change.
As tensions with Germany grew and the lead-up to World War I began, the chain mail may have been added to show Lady Liberty as more prepared to defend herself in war. Whatever the reason truly was, there’s no evidence of any public outrage at the exposed breast.
Susan B. Anthony Dollars
In one of the more recent design flops, the Mint avidly marketed the Susan B. Anthony dollar prior to its release. They even distributed folders of promotional materials to banks and businesses, including sample ads and comics, suggestions for events, and diagrams of how to rearrange cash register drawers to allow space for the new coins.
These materials touted the coin’s benefits, claiming it would be “easy to see it is a woman”; “easy to see the unique 11-sided inner border on both sides”; and “easy to distinguish by size”.
The verdict? Not so much. In 1988, the Colorado Springs Gazette quoted Michael Brown, Spokesman for the United States Mint, as saying, “I suppose there may have been other disasters like this in the history of our nation’s currency, but never anything this bad. Never rejection by the public that is this complete.”
The Susan B. Anthony dollar only circulated for two years before production was halted due to public rejection. The most common reason for such dislike was that it was so easily confused with a quarter. Contrary to what the Mint’s marketing materials suggested, there was not a large enough difference in size between it and the quarter to make it easily distinguishable.
There were also critiques of the coin design.
Most coins have some correlation between the obverse and reverse designs, but the Susan B. Anthony made no such attempt. Very few connections can be found between Anthony, a women’s rights activist, and the symbolic moon landing depicted on the reverse. Disconnection aside, there has also been speculation that some viewed it as feminist propaganda.
It certainly can’t have helped anything that the designer, Frank Gasparro, had no idea what Anthony looked like and could only locate two photographs on which to base his design. Still, according to an article from the Chicago Tribune in 1988, the widespread rejection of the coin hurt his feelings.
There were ideas to try to revive the coin. Stella Sims, Director of the Mint, allegedly considered making changes, such as putting a hole in the coin or changing the color to a brassy yellow to make it easier to distinguish. But nothing came of these ideas until the release of the gold-colored Sacagawea dollar in 2000.
While all of these designs are chronicled in any type book, the stories behind them are not. In modern society, it’s hard to imagine that there was truly an outcry about initials on a penny, but not an exposed breast.
It should also be noted that this is by no means an exhaustive list. For example, between the Type 1 and Type 2 buffalo nickels, the ground on the reverse had to be filed down so that the denomination wouldn’t wear off of the coin so quickly. Of course, coinage of the early 1800s features many mistakes, such as anywhere from 12 to 15 stars on assorted coins. The 1801 3 errors large cent is another gem of a mistake, but those early slip-ups are more commonly due to mistakes when making the dies, not explicitly poor decisions.
These four, however, seem to have been the worst mistakes. The coin designs were approved as they were, no issues noticed until the public responded. They were conscious choices made by the Mint, choices they probably wished they could have taken back.
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Ten Worst 50 State Quarter Designs
By Tyler Rossi for CoinWeek …..
The 50 State Quarter Program, which ran from 1999 through 2008, was a wildly popular circulating commemorative program that was responsible for introducing a whole generation of new collectors to the hobby we love. Each year of the program saw the release of five new reverse designs, issued in the order that each state entered the Union. Replacing the beloved Heraldic Eagle found on the reverse of the Washington quarter since its debut in 1932 (with the exception of the Bicentennial quarter, an inspiration for this program), the 50 State Quarter reverse designs were supposed to be emblematic of the states they represented and convey something of its cultural, natural, and historic legacy.
But out of 50 coins over 10 years, some were more successful at this than others.
Of course, no list of the 10 worst of anything is going to be truly objective. And “worst” doesn’t necessarily mean “bad”, either, since in the case of the 50 State Quarters, the modern United States Mint wasn’t going to allow truly bad artwork onto the coinage. Perhaps a state-mandated concept was less than thrilling ot throttled by bureacracy. Or maybe the idea was good but the execution left something to be desired.
However it happened, here are our picks for the top 10 worst State quarter designs.
Michigan (2004)
- 26th quarter in the series
- Designer: Unknown. Mint Engraver/Sculptor: Donna Weaver
Coming in at number one on our list is the 2004 Michigan quarter. The coin’s reverse design depicts a simple outline of all the great lakes surrounding a topographical representation of the state. This was chosen from a group of five similar designs, all of which were based on an outline of the state. All other proposed designs submitted to the Mint included elements that showcased the state’s cultural and natural contributions to our nation. While arguably a well laid out design that uses the available space to good effect, the overall look is quite boring. Also, by doing only an outline of the state and lakes, Michigan is implying that they have not given or produced anything of value to the United States.
Wyoming (2007)
- 44th quarter in the series
- Designer: Donna Weaver. Mint Engraver/Sculptor: Norman E. Nemeth
As one of the most debated 50 State Quarter designs, the 2007 Wyoming quarter has been called ugly and unimaginative. The design consists of a simple cut-out shape of a cowboy riding a bucking bronco. While not certain, this design is believed to be based off of a 1903 photo of cowboy Guy Holt riding a horse named Steamboat. To the right is the state motto “The Equality State”, which it adopted because it was the first state to give women the right to vote. At the time, the federal Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) approved of the design as “powerful,” and the federal Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) stated the design was “authentic.” Nevertheless, once it was released, the general public didn’t like it.
Texas (2004)
- 28th quarter in the series
- Designer: Daniel Miller. Mint Engraver/Sculptor: Norman E. Nemeth
Next is Texas. For such a large and important state, it’s a shame that they chose such an uninspired design. A simple depiction of the state with a five-pointed star superimposed over it does nothing to promote Texas on a national level. Only the stylized rope lariat border alludes to the “cowboy spirit” of the state.
Most of the early designs were much better; one even included a depiction of the Alamo within the state outline. One would expect that, out of the nearly 2,600 design concepts submitted, the Texas Numismatic Association could have selected a bolder, punchier, design.
Florida (2004)
- 27th quarter in the series
- Designer: Ralph Butler (design considerably and adversely edited by the Mint). Mint Engraver/Sculptor: T. James Ferrell
Also released in 2004, the Florida state quarter is a jumbled mishmash of design elements. While each of the three (a Spanish galleon, two Sabal palmetto trees, and a space shuttle) are well rendered individually, they do not unite in a cohesive design. Also, the significant amount of empty field, especially in the center of the coin, is slightly disconcerting.
Earlier design candidates were objectively more beautiful and did a better job promoting the state’s natural and cultural history. Unfortunatly, this was the design chosen in a three-week public vote from between a total of five options: “The Everglades”; “Fishing Capital of the World”; “St. Augustine”; “America’s Spaceport”; and the winning design “Gateway to Discovery”.
Massachusetts (2000)
- Sixth quarter in the series
- Designer: Two schoolchildren. Mint Engraver/Sculptor: Thomas D. Rogers
Massachusetts is yet another 50 State quarter that uses an outline as one of the main design elements. Superimposed over this map is a depiction of The Minuteman, a statue that stands in front of The Minuteman National Historical Park in Concord. While this statue does accurately represent Massachusetts’s Revolutionary War history, I have to admit, there were many more appealing ways to convey the message. For example, one of the early design proposals featured a handsome representation of Old Ironsides (USS Constitution) under full sail. Launched in 1797, she is the oldest ship still afloat.
Maryland (2000)
- Seventh quarter in the series
- Designer: Bill Krawczewicz. Mint Engraver/Sculptor:Thomas D. Rogers
Issued in 2000, Maryland chose to depict the statehouse tower on the reverse of its quarter. Not only is this a rather lazy representation of the state but it is also not even a very skillfully rendered depiction of the building in question. The official design is, if anything, too detailed. Interestingly, the draft version of this design, submitted as a proposal, was much more appealing. Additionally, while the oak is the state tree, why use oak branches as the second main design element? There are so many better, more interesting things to include. Overall, not the worst design, but it is one of the weakest when it comes to representing the state.
Wisconsin (2004)
- 30th quarter in the series
- Designer: Rose Marty. Mint Engraver/Sculptor: Alfred Maletsky
While Wisconsin is called the “Dairy State” for good reason, does the state quarter really need to be all about cows and cheese? In a rather slapdash design, the coin depicts the head of a cow, a wheel of cheese, and an ear of corn.
This design was not actually supposed to be used. Instead, then-Governor Jim Doyle (D) scrapped the state panel’s choice: a handsome image of a Native American scout shaking hands with a fur trapper. Panel member Dean Amhaus, president of a Milwaukee-based tourism organization, lamented that this would only spur “more cheese head jokes.”
Idaho (2007)
- 43rd quarter in the series
- Designer: Don Everhart
Numismatic designs are all about proportions, and a skillful coin designer can fit almost any image onto the face of the planchet. The 2007 Idaho quarter, however, is not well proportioned. The design is dominated by a massive peregrine falcon ominously standing over a medium-sized outline of the state (again!), disrupting any balance in the composition. If either the state outline or the bird were smaller, it may have worked. As it stands, the outline is overshadowed by the bird, and almost looks to be an afterthought. To make matters worse, the level of detail employed in the falcon’s feathers stands at odds with the state’s outline and the rest of the empty fields. Also, if you squint, the position of the state makes it resemble an outstretched arm holding a gun to the bird’s head.
Earlier design proposals also did not have the best track record. Of the proposals, one even had the lyric “And here we have Idaho, winning her way to fame” taken from the state song.
New Mexico (2008)
- 47th quarter in the series
- Designer: Don Everhart
Another uninspired design, the 2008 New Mexico 50 State quarter depicts the sacred sun symbol of the Zia people superimposed over a topographical map of the state. It may have been slightly better if instead of being placed off-center right below the state’s founding year (1912), the symbol were centered over the state map. Additionally, the state motto feels rather shoe-horned in at the bottom left of the design. While not outright ugly, the design is definitely uninspired.
Interestingly, unlike the other state quarters on this list, all four New Mexico quarter design finalists were quite similar, playing with a state outline and the Zia sun symbol.
Ohio (2002)
- 17th quarter in the series
- Designer: Unknown. Mint Engraver/Sculptor: Donna Weaver
Lastly, we have the 2002 Ohio state quarter. This design makes much of Ohio’s aviation history. The four major design elements are: the state outline (sigh), an astronaut, the Wright brothers’ plane, and the motto “Birthplace of Aviation Pioneers”. While this claim is true (Neil Armstrong, John Glenn, and Orville Wright were all born in Ohio), it doesn’t make for a good design theme. The reverse feels a bit disjointed, and while there is an overarching theme (aviation), it is not put together well. Like the Florida state quarter above, it’s just a jumble of mismatched elements.
Though it’s kind of cool that the astronaut looks like the old MTV logo.
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Charles and Hubert Take the U.S. Mint’s 250th Anniversary Survey
Charles: Here we go. Mary Lanin, formerly of the CCAC [Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee], had high hopes for this 2026 program when we last spoke on the topic in March 2023 at the Whitman Expo in Baltimore. I have to admit, the fanfare surrounding the 250th Birthday (I refuse to use the word “semiquincentennial” in […]
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CCAC to Review 2025 Quarters, Liberty Coin and Ferencz Medal Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day public meeting on Oct
CCAC to Review 2025 Coin Designs, Ferencz Gold Medal
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day teleconference public meeting on October 24-25. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda (subject to […]
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Greatest Generation Commemorative Coin Designs Unveiled
On September 20, Friends of the National World War II Memorial and the United States Mint unveiled the designs of the Greatest Generation Commemorative Coins at a ceremony at the National World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C.. With designs showcasing the Memorial’s Wall of Stars and a reimagining of the figure of Liberation from […]
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U.S. Mint Reveals 2024 Greatest Generation Commemorative Coin Designs
The United States announced the designs for the 2024 commemorative coins honoring the Greatest Generation
U.S. Mint Invites Americans to Get Involved in 2026 Coin Designs
The United States will be celebrating its 250th anniversary–also known as a Semiquincentennial–in 2026, and much like it did at the Bicentennial in 1976, the United States Mint will be producing new one-year-only designs for all 2026-dated circulating coinage. Different themes for these new designs are being considered by the Mint, and the public can […]
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Roosevelt and the Gold Designs of 1907-08: Long Table 146 With Mike Moran
For over a century, numismatists have examined the trials and tribulations of famed sculptor and medallic artist Augustus Saint-Gaudens and the gold coin designs of 1907. Mike Moran, member of the U.S. Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) and Secretary of the Theodore Roosevelt Association, will discuss the critical role of President Theodore Roosevelt in […]
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Final 2024 American Women Quarter Designs Announced
The United States announced the final designs for the third-year coins of their four-year program of American Women quarter dollars
Mint Seeks Applicants to Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
The United States Mint is seeking applicants for an appointment to the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) as a member representing the interests of the general public. The deadline to email submissions is no later than 5 p.m. (EDT) on Monday, September 11, 2023. The United States Mint will review all applications and will forward […]
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New Appointee Specially Qualified in American History Joins CCAC
The United States Mint announces the appointment of Dr. Christopher Capozzola to a four-year term on the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) as the member Specially Qualified in American history. He replaces Dr. Dean Kotlowski, who has served on the CCAC since 2018. Deputy Treasury Secretary Adeyemo appointed Dr. Capozzola on May 29, 2023, and […]
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Haloes on Ancient Coins
By Tyler Rossi for CoinWeek ….. In various forms, the halo is a ubiquitous religious symbol. While most commonly seen in religious contexts such as gracing the head of Christ, a Catholic saint, or perhaps behind the head of the Buddha, the halo has also seeped into our popular culture as the title of the […]
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Using AI to Design Coins Yields Some Interesting Results
By Charles Morgan for CoinWeek ….. AI software has been discussed quite a bit in recent months. Potential applications range from the frivolous to bringing about human extinction. It’s hard to separate facts from hyperbole right now, so I set out to test its understanding of numismatics. I spent an afternoon using the AI service […]
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2024 Harriet Tubman Commemorative Coin Designs Recommended
In 2024, the United States Mint will release commemorative coins in honor of abolitionist Harriet Tubman, including $5 gold coins, silver dollars, and clad half dollars
New Appointees Join Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
The United States Mint announces the appointment of two new members to four-year terms on the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC). Darla Jackson A sculptor residing in Philadelphia, Darla Jackson has been appointed as a member Specially Qualified in Sculpture or Medallic Arts. She replaces Robin Salmon, who has served on the CCAC since 2018. […]
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CCAC to Review Designs for Greatest Generation and Harriet Tubman Coins
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, April 18, to review and discuss candidate designs for multiple medals and coins, including the 2024 commemoratives honoring the Greatest Generation and Harriet Tubman
The Franklin Half Dollar Turns 75
By Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez for PCGS …… Benjamin Franklin, the subject of the Franklin Half Dollar is perhaps one of the most famous Founding Fathers to have never become president of the United States. The Boston-born Franklin became a Philadelphia icon after running away from home at the age of 17 and serving as a printer, […]
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Designs Recommended for 2024 American Women Quarters
In 2024, the U
CCAC to Review Designs for 2024 Commemorative Coins
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day teleconference public meeting on April 18. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda (subject to […]
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2024 Liberty and Britannia Coin and Medal Candidate Designs Unveiled
The United States Mint provided information about and unveiled proposed designs for a 2024 Liberty and Britannia gold coin and silver medal — a collaborative US-UK Mint program
2024 American Women Quarter Candidate Designs Unveiled
The United States Mint released proposed designs for the 2024 quarters honoring Patsy Takemoto Mink, Mary Edwards Walker, Pauli Murray, Zitkala-Ša and Celia Cruz
United States 2021 American Liberty Wins Best Gold Coin Award
The United States Mint is pleased to announce the selection of its 2021 American Liberty High Relief Gold Coin as Best Gold Coin in Krause Publication’s Coin of the Year (COTY) competition. The annual award program recognizes coins worldwide for their excellence in coin design and craftsmanship. Launched in 2015, the American Liberty High Relief […]
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United States 2021 American Liberty Wins Best Gold Coin Award
The United States Mint is pleased to announce the selection of its 2021 American Liberty High Relief Gold Coin as Best Gold Coin in Krause Publication’s Coin of the Year (COTY) competition. The annual award program recognizes coins worldwide for their excellence in coin design and craftsmanship. Launched in 2015, the American Liberty High Relief […]
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United States 2021 American Liberty Wins Best Gold Coin Award
The United States Mint is pleased to announce the selection of its 2021 American Liberty High Relief Gold Coin as Best Gold Coin in Krause Publication’s Coin of the Year (COTY) competition. The annual award program recognizes coins worldwide for their excellence in coin design and craftsmanship. Launched in 2015, the American Liberty High Relief […]
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CCAC to Review Designs for 2024 Quarters and US-UK Coin and Medal
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day public meeting beginning Feb
CCAC to Review Designs for 2024 American Women Quarters, More
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day teleconference public meeting on February 28 and March 1. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. […]
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CCAC to Review Designs for 2024 American Women Quarters, More
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day teleconference public meeting on February 28 and March 1. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. […]
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CCAC to Review Designs for 2024 American Women Quarters, More
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day teleconference public meeting on February 28 and March 1. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. […]
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U.S. Mint Seeking More Artists To Design Coins And Medals
United States Mint Announces 2023 Native American $1 Coin Reverse Design
On Wednesday, November 9, the United States Mint officially announced the reverse design for the 2023 Native American $1 Coin. The 2023 Native American $1 Coin honors American ballerina Maria Tallchief and American Indians in ballet. Considered to be America’s first prima ballerina, Maria Tallchief broke barriers as a Native American ballerina (Osage Nation) exhibiting […]
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CCAC to Review 2024 American Innovation $1 Coin Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a one-day meeting Tuesday, Sept
2009 Lincoln Bicentennial Cent Designs and Values
By Steven Cochran for Gainesville Coins …… In 2009, the United States Mint marked the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth with a four-coin series of circulating commemorative cents. Known as the “Lincoln Bicentennial” series, the program consisted of four different reverse designs marking major milestones in Lincoln’s life. The 2009 Lincoln Bicentennial Designs The […]
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CCAC to Review Harlem Hellfighters Gold Medal Designs, More
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a teleconference public meeting September 27, 2022. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review and discussion […]
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2023 American Women Quarter Dollar Designs Revealed
The United States unveiled designs for the second-year coins from their four-year series of American Women quarter dollars
United States Mint Announces Designs for 2023 American Women Quarters
The United States Mint is pleased to announce the designs for the second year of the American Women Quarters Program. Authorized by Public Law 116-330, this four-year program features coins with reverse designs emblematic of the accomplishments and contributions of trailblazing American women. Beginning in 2022 and continuing through 2025, the Mint is issuing five […]
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Silver Bullion Coin Celebrates the Last Walking Liberty Half Dollar
Brand New 2022 Reverse Frosted Silver Bullion Coin Featuring the Walking Liberty Half Dollar Design by Adolph A. Weinman Limited to 7,500 Fine 999. Silver Bullion 1oz Coins Worldwide The Pobjoy Mint is delighted to announce the release of a brand new Reverse Frosted bullion $1 coin to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the last […]
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United States 2004 Iowa Statehood Quarter
By Jay Turner for PCGS …… Launched in 1999, the 50 State Quarters Program provided each state the reverse of the quarter as a canvas to feature a design emblematic of that state’s unique history, tradition, and symbolism. The 2004 Iowa quarter, the 29th state quarter to be issued in the series, has a design […]
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Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee Makes Recommendations for 2024 Dollar Coins
On Tuesday, June 14, 2022, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) met at United States Mint headquarters in Washington, DC, to review several coin and medal programs. After discussions, the committee made recommendations to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen regarding the 2024 Native American dollar and the 2024 American Innovation dollars for Illinois and Alabama. The […]
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Jeff Garrett: Collecting Barber Coinage
A basic set of Barber coins can be easy to assemble, but there are ways to make it more of a challenge By Jeff Garrett for Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) …… During a recent visit to the vaults of the Smithsonian National Numismatic Collection (NNC), I ran across some amazing numismatic paraphernalia. One of […]
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Latest Collector Coins From Royal Canadian Mint Honor Classic Designs
Ten years ago, the Mint’s Winnipeg facility struck the last Canadian penny. And now, the Royal Canadian Mint is releasing a 1 oz. silver collector coin edition of the penny to commemorate the decade since it last came off the press. The classic G. E. Kruger Gray twin maple leaf and twig design appears atop […]
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CCAC to Review 2024 Native American and American Innovation $1 Coin Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a one-day public meeting Tuesday, June 14, to review candidate designs for 2024-dated $1 coins and a Congressional Gold Medal
Indian Head $10 Gold Coins: The Other Saint-Gaudens Masterpiece
By Bullion Shark LLC …… Though he is most widely known for his masterpiece of numismatic art, the $20 gold double eagle issued from 1907 to 1933 and known by his name, Augustus Saint-Gaudens – the renowned American sculptor – is also responsible for creating the popular $10 Indian Head gold coin – the most […]
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Jim Bisognani: Celebrating National Coin Week with Classic US Coins
The theme of this year’s event is “Dynamic Designs, Artistic Masterpieces.” By Jim Bisognani – NGC Weekly Market Report …… This morning, as I emerged from slumber and made my way to my workspace, I was greeted with another blustery and rainy day here in New Hampshire. But by midday, Mr. Sun has […]
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Jim Bisognani: Celebrating National Coin Week with Classic US Coins
The theme of this year’s event is “Dynamic Designs, Artistic Masterpieces.” By Jim Bisognani – NGC Weekly Market Report …… This morning, as I emerged from slumber and made my way to my workspace, I was greeted with another blustery and rainy day here in New Hampshire. But by midday, Mr. Sun has made […]
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2023 Native American $1 Coin Depicts Maria Tallchief
Seven proposed designs for the 2023 Native American $1 Coin were reviewed this week by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) and the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA)
CCAC to Review 2023 American Women Quarter and Native American $1 Coin Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a meeting by teleconference on April 19 to review and discuss candidate designs for all five 2023 American Women quarter dollars and the 2023
CCAC to Review 2023 American Women Quarters, Native American $1 Coin Designs
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a teleconference public meeting April 19, 2022. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review and discussion […]
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US Mint Announces 2023 American Women Quarters Program Honorees
The United States Mint is pleased to announce the following 2023 honorees for the American Women Quarters Program: Bessie Coleman – pilot, advocate, and pioneer who flew to great heights as the first African American and first Native American woman pilot, as well as the first African American to earn an international pilot’s license. Jovita […]
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MacNeil’s Personal 1916 Standing Liberty Quarter at ANA Money Show
By DFW Coin & Jewelry Center …… The Standing Liberty quarter was designed by Hermon MacNeil and was minted from 1916 to 1930. An exciting development at the FUN Convention in Orlando earlier this year was the reappearance of MacNeil’s own Standing Liberty quarter, which is reportedly the first one struck. Later, PCGS graded this […]
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2023 American Liberty Gold Coin and Silver Medal Candidate Designs Unveiled
The United States Mint has unveiled several dozen candidate designs for the high-relief 2023 American Liberty Gold Coin and Silver Medal
CCAC to Review 2023 American Liberty Gold Coin and Silver Medal Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a meeting by teleconference on Feb
Treasury Secretary Appoints Dr. Lawrence Brown to Chair CCAC
On Friday, January 28, the United States Mint announced that the Secretary of the Treasury has appointed Dr. Lawrence S. Brown as the next Chairperson of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC), effective January 30, 2022. The CCAC Chairperson is appointed from among the current members and serves a one-year term. Dr. Brown was appointed […]
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CCAC to Review 2023 American Liberty Gold Coin, Silver Medal Designs
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a teleconference public meeting February 15, 2022. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review and discussion […]
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Coins and Their Target Audiences in the Roman Empire
By Nathan Elkins for American Numismatic Society (ANS) …… I spend a lot of time thinking about the significance and intent behind certain images on ancient coins. I am also very much interested in what people really saw and whether visual messages were successfully communicated to people who used coins. There are several ways we […]
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2022 Native American $1 Coin Design Depicts Ely Parker
The United States Mint unveiled last month the design for the 2022 Native American $1 Coin
Meet the Women Who Will Appear on America’s 2022 Quarters
By Chris Bulfinch for CoinWeek ….. The United States Mint will release a new series of circulating commemorative quarters honoring American women notable for their achievements across a wide range of fields in February 2022. The five women who will be honored on the first five quarters in the program–Maya Angelou, Sally Ride, Wilma Mankiller, […]
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Laura Gardin Fraser’s Washington Bust to Appear on American Women Quarters
By Bullion Shark LLC …… If you collect American coins, then you’ve likely heard of Laura Gardin Fraser. She was an acclaimed and prolific early 20th-century sculptor and coin designer. One of her most famous coin designs is a bust of George Washington that was recommended as the obverse design for the Washington quarter dollar […]
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Beautifully Ugly Coin Portraiture
By Tyler Rossi for CoinWeek ….. When it comes to coins, what do we mean when we call a numismatic portrait ugly? Are we talking about the beauty, or lack thereof, of the actual individual pictured? Or simply the skill level of the engraver? Why not both? So for this article, I have put together […]
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United States Mint Announces 2022 Native American $1 Coin Reverse Design
The United States Mint has officially announced the design for the 2022 Native American $1 Coin. The 2022 Native American $1 Coin will commemorate Ely S. Parker, a U.S. Army officer, engineer, and tribal diplomat, who served as military secretary to Ulysses S. Grant during the U.S. Civil War. When Robert E. Lee surrendered at […]
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The Real Model for Saint-Gaudens’ Liberty on the $20 Double Eagle
By Bullion Shark LLC …… In 2017 to mark the 225th anniversary of the founding of the United States Mint in 1792, a $100 gold Liberty coin struck in high relief (that was also issued in 2018 in a 1/10th-ounce size) was issued. It was also issued later in a series of silver medals. That […]
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US Mint Announces Designs for National Purple Heart Hall of Honor Commemorative Coins
On Veteran’s Day, November 11, the United States Mint joined National Purple Heart Honor Mission, Inc. to unveil the designs for the 2022 National Purple Heart Hall of Honor Commemorative Coin Program. The designs will be featured on a gold coin, a silver coin, and a half-dollar coin, as authorized by Public Law 116-247. All […]
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2022 National Purple Heart Hall of Honor Coin Designs Unveiled
The United States Mint joined the National Purple Heart Honor Mission on Veterans Day to unveil designs for the 2022 National Purple Heart Hall of Honor Commemorative Coins
United States Mint Announces Designs for Negro Leagues Baseball Commemorative Coin Program
On Wednesday, November 10, the United States Mint unveiled designs for the 2022 Negro Leagues Baseball Commemorative Coin Program. The designs will be featured on a $5 gold coin, a $1 silver coin, and a half dollar clad coin, as authorized by Public Law 116-209. All designs were created by United States Mint Artistic Infusion […]
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Lady Liberty: The Allegory of a Nation
By Dan Duncan – Pinnacle Rarities …… In discussions of our nation’s coinage, the use of a female allegory for Liberty dates back to the earliest days of our Independence, pre-dating the foundation of the United States Mint. In 1785, copper patterns were created using designs suggested by the early Superintendent of Finance Robert Morris. […]
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2022 American Innovation $1 Coin Designs Unveiled
The United States Mint unveiled the official designs for the four 2022 American Innovation dollars honoring innovations from Rhode Island, Vermont, Kentucky and Tennessee
2022 American Women Quarter Dollar Designs Revealed
The United States Mint unveiled designs for the first five coins from their four-year program of American Women quarter dollars
United States Mint Announces 2022 American Innovation $1 Coin Program Designs
On Monday, October 4, 2021, the United States Mint officially announced the designs for the 2022 American Innovation $1 Coin Program. This multi-year series that started in 2018 honors innovation and innovators by issuing $1 coins for each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the five U.S. territories. The Mint works with […]
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Dr. Harcourt Fuller Joins Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
The United States Mint has appointed Dr. Harcourt Fuller to the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC), as the member recommended by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. He replaces Thomas J. Uram, who recently completed his second term on the CCAC, which included two years as chairperson. Currently an Associate Professor of African and […]
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United States Mint Releases Flagship Video Honoring American Eagle Coin Program
New video highlights an important milestone in the Mint’s signature coin program On Monday, June 21, the released a video celebrating the 35-year anniversary of its world-renowned American Eagle coin program. The video also highlights a new era in the Program—the release of redesigned American Eagle Gold and American Eagle Silver coins in 2021. Secretary […]
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The Coin Analyst: U.S. Mint Products for the Second Half of 2021 – Winners and Losers
By Louis Golino, special to CoinWeek ….. The second half of 2021 will be a busy period for U.S. Mint products. In particular, we will see finally the introduction of much-touted new reverse designs on both the American Silver Eagle and the American Gold Eagle, which will be rolled out starting in July in bullion […]
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Changes Coming to All Three Sides of the 2021 American Silver Eagle: Bullion Shark
By Bullion Shark LLC …… The West Point Mint, which produces bullion and collector precious metal coinage for the United States Mint, recently struck the final Type 1 2021 American Silver Eagle and the first batch of the Type 2 coins you have likely heard about. Mint Director David J. Ryder personally struck the final […]
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CCAC to Review Designs for 2022 Commemorative Coins and Quarters
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day meeting by teleconference beginning June 15 to review and discuss candidate designs for commemorative coins, a Congressional Gold
The Once and Future Commemorative Washington Quarter
By Dan Duncan – Pinnacle-Rarities …… The Washington Quarter obverse is one of the longest-running U.S. coin designs. Since colonial times, the George Washington motif has been a favorite in numismatic circles. Considered the “Father of our Country”, his likeness is featured on many medals, tokens, and paper monies, including the currently circulating quarter and […]
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The Once and Future Commemorative Washington Quarter
By Dan Duncan – Pinnacle-Rarities …… The Washington Quarter obverse is one of the longest-running U.S. coin designs. Since colonial times, the George Washington motif has been a favorite in numismatic circles. Considered the “Father of our Country”, his likeness is featured on many medals, tokens, and paper monies, including the currently circulating quarter […]
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Negro Leagues Baseball, Purple Heart Modern Commemorative Coin Designs to be Reviewed by CCAC
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a teleconference public meeting June 15-16, 2021. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review and discussion […]
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CCAC to Review 2023 American Innovation Dollar Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a meeting by teleconference on Tuesday, May 18, to review and discuss candidate designs for the four 2023 American Innovation Dollars (Ohio,
Type 2 American Silver Eagles Coming Soon
By Bullion Shark LLC …… Last year the United States Mint announced that after using the same obverse and reverse designs on the American Silver Eagle since its debut in 1986, they would launch a new reverse design for the iconic coin in 2021. Dubbed the Type 2 Silver Eagle, that new reverse was unveiled […]
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2023 American Innovation $1 Coin Designs to be Reviewed by CCAC
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a teleconference public meeting May 18, 2021. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review and discussion […]
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Fabled Gardin Fraser Design Recommended for New Washington Quarter Obverse
By Chris Bulfinch for CoinWeek ….. 90 years after it was originally submitted to the Secretary of the Treasury, a version of the Laura Gardin Fraser’s bust of George Washington will appear on the obverse of the Washington quarter if recommendations of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) and Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) are […]
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2022 Sally Ride Quarter Candidate Designs Unveiled
The second 25-cent piece from the U
2022 Maya Angelou Quarter Candidate Designs Unveiled
The first quarter from the United States Mint’s American Women Quarters Program will honor Maya Angelou (1928-2014), a renowned poet, award-winning author and civil rights activist
2022-2025 American Women Quarter Obverse Candidate Designs Unveiled
The United States Mint released proposed designs for the obverse (heads side) of 2022-2025 American Women Quarters
Type 2 American Gold Eagles Coming Soon
By Bullion Shark LLC …… While it was known in 2019 that the United States Mint was looking to change the reverse design of the American Silver Eagle, it was not known outside the Mint that officials there were also seeking to change the reverse design of the American Gold Eagle. Last October, the Mint […]
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2021 American Innovation $1 Coin Designs Unveiled
The United States Mint unveiled images of the four 2021 American Innovation dollars bearing designs honoring innovations from New Hampshire, Virginia, New York and North Carolina
United States Mint Announces 1st Two Honorees in American Women Quarters Program
New four-year program honors women who made significant contributions to the Nation The United States Mint is pleased to announce the names of the first two women to be honored on coins issued under the American Women Quarters Program. Famed writer Maya Angelou and trailblazing astronaut Dr. Sally Ride will be the first distinguished […]
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United States Mint Announces 2021 American Innovation $1 Coin Program Designs
United States Mint… On Thursday, April 8, the United States Mint officially announced the designs for the 2021 American Innovation $1 Coin Program. This multi-year series that started in 2018 honors innovation and innovators by issuing $1 coins for each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the five U.S. territories. The Mint […]
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It Took a Team of Sculptors to Produce the “Saint-Gaudens” Double Eagle
By Mark Ferguson for PCGS …… Popularly regarded as America’s most beautiful coin and affectionately known in numismatics as the “Saint”, the Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle is attributed to one man, sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). Unbeknownst to most people, it took a team of sculptors to produce the gold coin’s design. The obverse design, which is […]
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CCAC to Review First of the American Women Quarter Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a five-hour meeting by teleconference on Tuesday, April 20, to review and discuss the common obverse design for 2022-2025 American Women
American Women Quarters Designs to be Reviewed by CCAC
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a telephonic public meeting April 20, 2021. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review and discussion […]
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American Women Quarters Designs to be Reviewed by CCAC
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a telephonic public meeting April 20, 2021. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review and discussion […]
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American Innovation $1 Coin, Merchant Mariners Gold Medal Designs to be Reviewed by CCAC
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a telephonic public meeting March 23 and 24, 2021. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review […]
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New Platinum Proof Coin Series Designs Unveiled by United States Mint
On Tuesday, January 26, the United States Mint announced that it is launching a new five-year Platinum Proof Coin Program series starting in 2021 and continuing through 2025. This new five-year series is part of the program legislated by the 104th Congress in 1996. The new series features all-new obverse designs, as well as a […]
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2021 Morgan and Peace Silver Dollar Designs and Mint Marks
The United State Mint unveiled designs for the 2021 Morgan and Peace centennial silver dollars
New Silver Eagle Reverse Engraver Michael Gaudioso Inks Exclusive Signature Label Deal With NGC
Michael Gaudioso, engraver of the new American Silver Eagle reverse, has agreed to sign certification labels exclusively for Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC). The addition of Gaudioso is the perfect complement to NGC’s long-standing exclusive signature arrangement with John Mercanti, engraver of the original Silver Eagle reverse. To mark the 35th anniversary of the flagship bullion […]
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CCAC to Review 2021 Peace and Morgan Silver Dollar Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a 90-minute meeting by teleconference on Tuesday, Jan
2021 National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum Commemorative Coin Designs Unveiled
Before 2020 ended, the United States Mint unveiled designs for the 2021 National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum Commemorative Coins
NGC Signs Exclusive Signature Label Deal With Jennie Norris, Designer of New American Gold Eagle Reverse
Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) is excited to announce that Jennie Norris, designer of the new American Gold Eagle reverse, is signing certification labels exclusively for NGC. Since it was released in 1986, the American Gold Eagle has featured Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ revered Liberty on the obverse and a family of bald eagles in a nest on […]
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The 2021 Washington Quarter: Proof That It’s Time to Change Our Change
By Charles Morgan for CoinWeek ….. Two hundred and forty-four years to the day that General George Washington and his Continental Army forces crossed the Delaware River to stage a surprise attack on British-aligned Hessian soldiers, the United States Mint pushed out a press release announcing the new reverse that will make its debut […]
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United States Mint Announces New Washington Quarter Reverse Design
On Christmas night in 1776, General George Washington, along with 2,400 troops and artillery, began his historic crossing of the Delaware River in preparation for a surprise attack on British and Hessian soldiers during the American Revolutionary War. On Christmas 2020, the United States Mint unveiled a new design depicting this pivotal moment in history […]
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2021 Christa McAuliffe Silver Dollar Designs Unveiled
The United States Mint recently unveiled designs for the commemorative 2021 Christa McAuliffe Silver Dollar
US Mint Announces Designs for National Law Enforcement Memorial Commemorative Coin Program
On Tuesday, December 22, United States Mint Director David J. Ryder participated in a virtual design unveiling for the 2021 National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum Commemorative Coin Program. The designs will be featured on a gold coin, a silver coin, and a half dollar as authorized by Public Law 116-94 (Division K). All obverse […]
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United States Mint Unveils Designs for Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Coin Program
On Friday, December 18, United States Mint Director David J. Ryder participated in a virtual design unveiling for the 2021 Christa McAuliffe Silver Dollar. McAuliffe, a high school social studies teacher, was the first participant in the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Teacher in Space program. She and six astronauts tragically lost their lives […]
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The 2001 Vermont Quarter: Maples & Mountains
By Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez for PCGS …… The 2001 Vermont Quarter was the 14th issue in the long-running and popular 50 State Quarters program that launched in 1999 and continued through 2008. The series, which inspired more than 125 million people to become coin collectors and spawned a generation of numismatists, honors each of the 50 […]
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The Coin Analyst: American Silver and Gold Eagles – A Collector’s Guide for Beginners
By Louis Golino, special to CoinWeek ….. Even if you are new to collecting coins, you most likely have already heard about and seen American Silver Eagles and perhaps also know they have gold counterparts, American Gold Eagles. Those coins are at the very heart of the modern coin market today and of modern American […]
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United States Mint Unveils New American Silver Eagle, Gold Eagle Coin Reverse Designs
New designs will be featured on bullion and collectible coins in 2021 On Thursday, October 1, the United States Mint unveiled new reverse designs for bullion and collectible versions of American Eagle Gold and Silver Coins. 2021 marks the 35th Anniversary of the American Eagle coin program, and the new designs will begin appearing […]
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New American Eagle Gold and Silver Coin Designs Unveiled
The United States Mint announced new designs for bullion and collector editions of American Eagle gold and silver coins
The Coin Analyst: Coin Designer Chris Costello Documents History and Culture With Numismatic Art
By Louis Golino, special to CoinWeek ….. Chris Costello is a Boston-based artist, graphic designer, illustrator and typographer, and an award-winning coin designer who is always involved in many projects for different clients. He has been a coin collector since childhood and dreamed for many years of designing his own U.S. coin. Thirty years ago, […]
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CCAC to Review National Law Enforcement Museum Commemorative Coins
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day meeting by teleconference on Sept
World War II 75th Anniversary Coin, Medal Designs Announced by US Mint
The United States Mint has officially announced the designs for the 2020 End of World War II 75th Anniversary Coin and Medal Program. The designs will be featured on a 24-karat gold coin and a silver medal. The common obverse design depicts an eagle in flight grasping an olive branch, symbolizing peace, in its right […]
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CCAC to Review Designs for Hidden Figures Congressional Gold Medals, Among Others
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a telephonic public meeting September 22 and 23, 2020. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review […]
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US Mint Announces Designs for George H.W. Bush Presidential $1 Coin, Barbara Bush First Spouse Gold Coin
On Tuesday, July 28, the United States Mint officially announced the designs for the George H.W. Bush Presidential $1 Coin and the Barbara Bush First Spouse Gold Coin. Public Law 116–112 authorizes the Mint to strike and issue these coins. The obverse design of the Presidential $1 Coin honoring George H.W. Bush features his portrait […]
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The Coin Analyst: CCAC Recommends Bold Choice for New Silver Eagle Reverse, More Traditional One for Gold Eagle
By Louis Golino for CoinWeek ….. Next January, an important new chapter will open in American numismatic history. Two of the most iconic modern American coins – the American Silver Eagle and the American Gold Eagle – will see new reverse designs on their bullion versions for the first time since both coins debuted in […]
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2020 American Innovation $1 Coin Designs Unveiled
Today, June 30, the United States Mint unveiled images of the four 2020 American Innovation dollars honoring innovations or innovators from Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, and South
NGC certifies majority of emergency production 2020(P) Silver Eagles
2020(P) Silver Eagle with the Emergency Production attribution. Hover to zoom
NGC certifies majority of emergency production 2020(P) Silver Eagles
2020(P) Silver Eagle with the Emergency Production attribution. Hover to zoom
Bowers on collecting: Lincoln pennies galore!
Background image by Stack’s Bowers Galleries.
By Q
Bowers on collecting: Lincoln pennies galore!
Background image by Stack’s Bowers Galleries.
By Q
CCAC to Review New American Eagle Gold and Silver Coin Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a meeting by teleconference on Tuesday, June 23 to review and discuss candidate designs for American Eagle gold and silver coins, a silver
CCAC to Review Designs for New Gold & Silver Eagle Reverses, Trump Medals
U.S. Mint also accepting applications for CCAC membership The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a telephonic public meeting June 23, 2020. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs […]
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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)
America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Weir Farm National Historic Site on sale
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) is accepting orders for the 2020 America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Weir Farm National Historic Site in Connecticut beginning today at noon Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Weir Farm National Historic Site on sale May 18
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will accept orders for the 2020 America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Weir Farm National Historic Site in Connecticut beginning on May 18 at noon Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money 129th Convention medal created by Don Everhart
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — Retired United States Mint designer, sculptor, and engraver, Don Everhart, has finished his plaster sculpts of the American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money 129th Convention medal
Bowers on collecting: A favorite medal
By Q. David Bowers
1805 Washington Medal by Eccleston
“The Land Was Ours”
250 to 400 known in copper
Among numismatically popular early medals associated with the life of George Washington, the Eccleston medal of 1805, from dies cut by Thomas Webb, is certainly the largest (76 millimeters), and it is among the most interesting
Bowers on collecting: A favorite medal
By Q. David Bowers
1805 Washington Medal by Eccleston
“The Land Was Ours”
250 to 400 known in copper
Among numismatically popular early medals associated with the life of George Washington, the Eccleston medal of 1805, from dies cut by Thomas Webb, is certainly the largest (76 millimeters), and it is among the most interesting
Bowers on collecting: The San Francisco Mint in 1854
By Q. David Bowers
This week I share some comments from my 2002 book on the S
Bowers on collecting: The San Francisco Mint in 1854
By Q. David Bowers
This week I share some comments from my 2002 book on the S
Victor David Brenner & His Lincoln Cent
By Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez for PCGS …… Lincoln cent collectors new and seasoned alike know the three ubiquitous letters of their specialty. These are the letters “VDB”, which boldly appear on the reverse of the scarce 1909 VDB and rare 1909-S VDB Lincoln cents and the obverse of all Lincoln cents made since 1918. For many, […]
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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)
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
United States Mint Announces Design for 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial Silver Dollar
On Tuesday, April 21, the United States 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. This distinctive silver dollar coin marks a signature achievement in our nation’s history. “This coin pays homage to the 19th Amendment’s adoption, and […]
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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
Glenna Goodacre, famous sculptor and coin designer, has left us
The monument at the Vietnam Women’s Memorial, designed by Goodacre.
New Mexico artist Glenna Goodacre—well known to coin collectors as the designer of the Sacagawea dollar—has died of natural causes at the age of 80
Glenna Goodacre, famous sculptor and coin designer, has left us
The monument at the Vietnam Women’s Memorial, designed by Goodacre.
New Mexico artist Glenna Goodacre—well known to coin collectors as the designer of the Sacagawea dollar—has died of natural causes at the age of 80
Mint releases 2020 Silver Proof Set
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Today, at 12 noon (ET), the United States Mint released the 2020 Silver Proof Set (20 RH)
Mint releases 2020 Silver Proof Set
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Today, at 12 noon (ET), the United States Mint released the 2020 Silver Proof Set (20 RH)
Bowers on collecting: Let’s go back to 1883!
By Q. David Bowers
Apart from certain Morgan silver dollars, the most available issue of federal coins available in Mint State today is the 1883 without CENTS Liberty Head nickel
Bowers on collecting: Let’s go back to 1883!
By Q. David Bowers
Apart from certain Morgan silver dollars, the most available issue of federal coins available in Mint State today is the 1883 without CENTS Liberty Head nickel
2020 George H.W. Bush Presidential Dollar Design Recommended by CCAC and CFA
Designs have been reviewed and a final one recommended for the upcoming 2020 George H
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.
This year the U
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.
This year the U
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
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
CCAC to Review Designs for George H.W. Bush Presidential $1 Coin
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a telephonic public meeting April 14, 2020. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. The CCAC approved design […]
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CCAC to Review Designs for 2020 George H.W. Bush Presidential $1 Coin
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-hour meeting by teleconference on Tuesday, April 14 to review and discuss candidate designs for the 2020 George H
2020 American Gold Buffalo one-ounce Proof coin on sale April 9
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for the 2020 American Gold Buffalo one-ounce Proof coin (product code 20EL) on April 9 at noon EDT
2020 American Gold Buffalo one-ounce Proof coin on sale April 9
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for the 2020 American Gold Buffalo one-ounce Proof coin (product code 20EL) on April 9 at noon EDT
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
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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
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March 11, 2020, CCAC meeting: 2021 American Innovation $1 coin — New Hampshire
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March 10, 2020, CCAC meeting: Barbara Bush Gold Coin and Bronze Medal Program
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Barbara Bush First Spouse Coin, Medal Designs Recommended by CCAC
By CoinWeek News Staff …. On Tuesday, March 10, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) held a meeting to discuss and review candidate designs for both the George H.W. Bush Presidential $1 coin and the Barbara Bush First Spouse gold coin and bronze medal. Both collectors coins were authorized by the President George H.W. Bush […]
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Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee to meet by teleconference March 10-11
In accordance with recommended precautions regarding the coronavirus, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will now hold a two-day public meeting by teleconference on March 10-11, 2020.
The March 10th session will run from 1:00 p
Mint to release 2020 American Gold Eagle Proof Four-Coin Set on March 19
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On March 19, 2020, the Mint will release the 2020 American Gold Eagle Proof Four-Coin Set (20EF)
CCAC to Review Designs for 2020 Bush Coins and 2021 American Innovation Dollars
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day public meeting beginning Tuesday, March 10, to review and discuss candidate designs for 2020 coins honoring George H
CCAC to Review Designs for George & Barbara Bush Coins & Medal, 2021 American Innovation Dollars
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day public meeting March 10-11 at U.S. Mint Headquarters, 801 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20220. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and […]
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Andrew Jackson Presidential Silver Medal on sale February 24
Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for the Andrew Jackson Presidential Silver Medal (product code S807) on February 24 at noon EST. The medal is priced at $46
2020 America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set honoring National Park of American Samoa on sale February 18
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for the America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set containing coins honoring the National Park of American Samoa on February 18 at noon EST
Bullion Shark Sweepstakes
2020 American Gold Eagle Sweepstakes by Bullion Shark LLC …… Bullion Shark is proud to announce its sweepstakes for a 2020 $5 Gold Eagle! One lucky winner will receive this stunning American Gold Eagle $5 piece that was struck in .999 pure gold by the United States Mint! This is a $200 value! This is […]
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2020 Native American $1 coin products on sale February 12
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for product options containing the 2020 Native American $1 coin on February 12 at noon EST
Viewpoint: Rethinking Coin Designs
By Bill Tuttle
While on YouTube, I came across a channel whose author talked about his “Ten least favorite coin designs” and made some suggestions for better designs (in his opinion). That got me rethinking about what I’ve written in the past about changing the coin and currency of our money.
The Union Shield cent was one of the ugliest coins listed
Georgia American Innovation $1 Reverse Proof coin on sale February 11
Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for the 2019 American Innovation $1 Reverse Proof coin honoring Georgia on February 11 at noon EST. The coin recognizes the Trustees’ Garden, established by James Oglethorpe in the early 1730s
America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring the National Park of American Samoa on sale February 6
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for the 2020 America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring the National Park of American Samoa (product code 20AJ) on February 6 at noon EST
Products featuring National Park of American Samoa quarters on sale today
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) has opened sales for products featuring the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring National Park of American Samoa today at noon EST
Final release in Preamble to the Declaration of Independence Platinum Proof Coin Series on sale January 30
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will release the third and final coin in its Preamble to the Declaration of Independence Platinum Proof Coin Series (product code 20EJ) on January 30 at noon EST
January 21, 2020, CCAC meeting: End of World War II 75th Anniversary medals and 24-karat gold coin
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Standing Tall Against Controversy and Scandal – The Standing Liberty Quarter
By Mike Garofalo for PCGS …… One of my favorite 20th-century coin designs has always been the Standing Liberty quarter. It replaced the staid and certainly not provocative Barber quarter, which had been struck since 1892. But was the Standing Liberty quarter a controversial coin? Let’s review a quick history of this quarter dollar. In […]
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2020 National Park of American Samoa five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin to be released February 6 at noon
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On February 6 at 12:00 noon (ET), the Mint will release the 2020 National Park of American Samoa five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin (20AJ)
2020 American Platinum Eagle Proof coin — Pursuit of Happiness — to be released January 30 at noon
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On January 30 at 12 noon (ET) the United States Mint will release the 2020 Preamble to the Declaration of Independence American Platinum Eagle Proof coin — Pursuit of Happiness (20EJ)
CCAC to Review WWII 75th Anniversary Coin and Medal Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-hour public meeting Tuesday, Jan
2020 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Proof coin on sale January 9
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Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will accept orders for the 2020 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Proof coin (product code 20EA) beginning on January 9, 2020, at noon EST
New Jersey American Innovation $1 Reverse Proof coin on sale today
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Washington — The United States Mint is accepting orders for the American Innovation $1 Reverse Proof coin honoring New Jersey today, at noon EST
2020 American Samoa Quarter Preview
By Chris Bulfinch for CoinWeek ….. Though not the first coin to feature bats as a motif, the first new America the Beautiful National Parks quarter dollar to be released in 2020 certainly has a distinctive take on the flying mammal. Honoring the sensibly named National Park in American Samoa, the quarter will be released […]
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2020 American Silver Eagle Bullion Coins: The Last of Their Breed
By Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez for CoinWeek ….. The Proof version of the 2020 American Silver Eagle is set for release on January 3, but it won’t be just any year for the popular .999-fine, one-ounce silver United States bullion coin. The 2020 Silver Eagle will be the last of its kind, with significant changes coming to […]
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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
Pennsylvania American Innovation $1 Reverse Proof coin on sale December 5
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Washington — The 2019 United States Mint American Innovation $1 Reverse Proof coin honoring Pennsylvania will be available for purchase on December 5 at noon EST
Mike Byers Mint Error News – Unique Proof Half Sovereign Pattern Mule with Sixpence Obverse
By Mike Byers for Mint Error News …… This proof Half Sovereign off-metal mule pattern encompasses a combination of history, rarity, and condition. This piece is the ONLY known certified example and the ONLY known piece as well. The obverse was struck from the regular obverse die intended for the Sixpence issue. The reverse was […]
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Bowers on collecting: A favorite coin
By Q. David Bowers
While poking around in my safety deposit box the other day, I paused to look at one of my favorite coins
United States Mint’s last America the Beautiful quarters three-coin set of 2019 on sale November 26
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Washington — The United States Mint will release the final America the Beautiful quarters three-coin set of 2019 on November 26 at noon EST
Final Presidential Silver Medal of 2019 on sale November 18
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the John Quincy Adams Presidential Silver Medal (product code S806) on November 18 at noon EST. This is the sixth release in the Presidential Silver Medal series and the final medal of 2019
2019 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Enhanced Reverse Proof coin on sale November 14
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2019 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Enhanced Reverse Proof coin (product code 19XE) on November 14 at noon EST. The coin is priced at $65
2019 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Enhanced Reverse Proof coin on sale November 14
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2019 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Enhanced Reverse Proof coin (product code 19XE) on November 14 at noon EST. The coin is priced at $65
Final 2019 America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin on sale November 14
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Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2019 America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Idaho’s Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness (product code 19AN) on November 14 at noon EST
Final 2019 America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin on sale November 14
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Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2019 America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Idaho’s Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness (product code 19AN) on November 14 at noon EST
New American Gold, Silver Eagle Reverses Coming in 2021
By Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez for CoinWeek ….. The United States Mint has announced new reverse designs will be coming to the popular American Silver Eagle (ASE) and American Gold Eagle (AGE) coins in 2021. The silver and gold eagles, released in 1986 as the first coins of the United States Mint American Eagle bullion coin program, […]
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George Washington Crossing the Delaware River Quarter Designs Recommended
United States Mint candidate designs for the 2021 and beyond quarter dollar were reviewed by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) and the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA)
October 15, 2019, CCAC meeting: George Washington Crossing the Delaware River quarter
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On Tuesday, October 15, at 9:30 a
October 15, 2019, CCAC meeting: George Washington Crossing the Delaware River quarter
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On Tuesday, October 15, at 9:30 a
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
United States Mint conducted sales launch event for 2019 American Innovation $1 Coin Proof Set
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Philadelphia — United States Mint Director David J
United States Mint conducted sales launch event for 2019 American Innovation $1 Coin Proof Set
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Philadelphia — United States Mint Director David J
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
CCAC to Review Designs for Washington Quarter Reverse, American Liberty Gold Coin, More
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting, starting at 9:30 a.m. (EDT) on Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at U.S. Mint Headquarters, 801 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20220. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the […]
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CCAC to Review 2021 and Beyond Quarter Design and 2021 American Liberty Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a one-day public meeting Tuesday, October 15, to review candidate designs for a high relief 2021 gold coin, for 2020-2021 silver medals, and
2020 Native American $1 Coin Depicts Elizabeth Peratrovich
On Saturday, Oct
United States Mint Unveils 2020 Native American $1 Coin Reverse Design
On Saturday, October 5, United States Mint Chief Administrative Officer Patrick Hernandez unveiled the reverse design for the 2020 Native American $1 Coin during the Alaska Native Brothers and Alaska Native Sisters Convention at Alaska Pacific University. The theme of the 2020 Native American $1 Coin design is Elizabeth Peratrovich and Alaska’s Anti-Discrimination Law. The […]
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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
September 18, 2019, CCAC meeting: 2020 American Innovation $1 coins — Massachusetts
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On Wednesday, September 18, at 9:30 a
September 18, 2019, CCAC meeting: 2020 American Innovation $1 coins — Massachusetts
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On Wednesday, September 18, at 9:30 a
September 18, 2019, CCAC meeting: 2020 American Innovation $1 coins — Connecticut
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On Wednesday, September 18, at 9:30 a
September 18, 2019, CCAC meeting: 2020 American Innovation $1 coins — Connecticut
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On Wednesday, September 18, at 9:30 a
September 18, 2019, CCAC meeting: Chinese American Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal
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On Wednesday, September 18, at 9:30 a
September 18, 2019, CCAC meeting: Chinese American Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal
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On Wednesday, September 18, at 9:30 a
September 18, 2019, CCAC meeting: USS Indianapolis Congressional Gold Medal
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On Wednesday, September 18, at 9:30 a
September 18, 2019, CCAC meeting: USS Indianapolis Congressional Gold Medal
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On Wednesday, September 18, at 9:30 a
Third time not the charm for American Palladium Eagle?
By Louis Golino
In Italian, there is a proverb that translates into English as “There is no two without a three.” But when it comes to the U
Third time not the charm for American Palladium Eagle?
By Louis Golino
In Italian, there is a proverb that translates into English as “There is no two without a three.” But when it comes to the U
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
2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Coin Designs Selected
The United States Mint unveiled the official designs for the dome-shaped Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coins
United States Mint Unveils 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Coin Designs
On Friday, September 6, the United States Mintunveiled designs for the 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Coin Program during the 2019 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Springfield Symphony Hall in Springfield, Massachusetts. The designs will be featured on three dome-shaped coins: a $5 gold, a $1 silver, and a half-dollar clad. […]
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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
CCAC to Review 2020 American Innovation Dollar Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a one-day public meeting Wednesday, September 18, to review and discuss candidate designs for the 2020 American Innovation dollars and several
CCAC to Review Designs for 2020 American Innovation $1 Coins, Congressional Gold Medals
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting, starting at 9:30 a.m. (EDT) on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, at U.S. Mint Headquarters, 801 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20220. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the […]
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United States Mint Reverse Proof palladium coins on sale September 12
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2019 American Palladium Eagle one-ounce Reverse Proof coin (product code 19EK) on September 12 at noon EDT. The coin was previously scheduled to go on sale September 5
United States Mint Reverse Proof palladium coins on sale September 12
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2019 American Palladium Eagle one-ounce Reverse Proof coin (product code 19EK) on September 12 at noon EDT. The coin was previously scheduled to go on sale September 5
Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame plans year-long promotion of 2020 basketball commemorative coins
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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
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By Louis Golino
Next year coin collectors will have the opportunity to add a third dome-shaped U
2020-2021 Quarter and 5 Oz Coin Designs Selected
The United States Mint unveiled the official designs for the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarter dollars and companion five-ounce silver coins honoring sites in American Samoa, Connecticut,
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
2019 American Innovation $1 Coin Designs Selected
The United States Mint unveiled the official designs for the four 2019 American Innovation dollars honoring innovations or innovators from Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Georgia
United States Mint reveals designs for the final coins in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program
Rosemont, Illinois — The United States Mint unveiled the official designs for the final six coins in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program. The unveiling took place at the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money in the Donald E
United States Mint reveals designs for the final coins in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program
Rosemont, Illinois — The United States Mint unveiled the official designs for the final six coins in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program. The unveiling took place at the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money in the Donald E
United States Mint begins accepting orders for the 2019 American Liberty high relief gold coin on August 15
Washington — The United States Mint is opening sales for the 2019 American Liberty high relief gold coin (product code 19DA) on August 15 at noon EDT. This coin is struck at the West Point Mint, contains one ounce of 99
United States Mint begins accepting orders for the 2019 American Liberty high relief gold coin on August 15
Washington — The United States Mint is opening sales for the 2019 American Liberty high relief gold coin (product code 19DA) on August 15 at noon EDT. This coin is struck at the West Point Mint, contains one ounce of 99
United States Mint releases 2019 ornaments on August 13
On August 13 at 12 noon (ET), the United States Mint will release two ornaments which both incorporate Uncirculated Kennedy half dollars. The first, the 2019 Mighty Minters ornament (19XC), features the Mighty Minters Eli, Layla, Timothy, and Kendra
United States Mint releases 2019 ornaments on August 13
On August 13 at 12 noon (ET), the United States Mint will release two ornaments which both incorporate Uncirculated Kennedy half dollars. The first, the 2019 Mighty Minters ornament (19XC), features the Mighty Minters Eli, Layla, Timothy, and Kendra
Basketball Commemorative Coin Designs Reviewed
United States Mint coins will be issued in 2020 to recognize the 60th anniversary of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
July 17, 2019 CCAC meeting: Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins, part two
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On Wednesday, July 17, at 9:30 a
July 17, 2019 CCAC meeting: Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins, part two
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On Wednesday, July 17, at 9:30 a
July 17, 2019 CCAC meeting: Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
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On Wednesday, July 17, at 9:30 a
July 17, 2019 CCAC meeting: Basketball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
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On Wednesday, July 17, at 9:30 a
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
CCAC Selects Design Recommendations for 2020 Basketball Commemorative Coins
United States Mint also reveals possibility of colorized silver, clad commems By CoinWeek News Staff ….. As the immortal rapper Kurtis Blow once sang, “Basketball is my favorite sport, I like the way they dribble up and down the court.” And in that spirit, on Wednesday, July 17, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) […]
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Bowers on collecting: Focus on Peace silver dollars
By Q. David Bowers
I continue my comments to answer reader inquiries received after my May 8th edition
Bowers on collecting: Focus on Peace silver dollars
By Q. David Bowers
I continue my comments to answer reader inquiries received after my May 8th edition
2020 Basketball HOF Commemorative Coin Design Candidates
The United States Mint unveiled proposed designs for upcoming dome-shaped Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coins
CCAC to Review Designs for 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coins
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting, starting at 9:30 a.m. (EDT) on Wednesday, July 17, 2019, at U.S. Mint Headquarters, 801 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20220. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the […]
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Opinions divided over 2019 Pride of Two Nations Coin Set
By Louis Golino
In mid-June, the U.S
Opinions divided over 2019 Pride of Two Nations Coin Set
By Louis Golino
In mid-June, the U.S
June 18 CCAC meeting: Anwar El Sadat Congressional Gold Medal
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On Tuesday, June 18, at 10:30 a
June 18 CCAC meeting: Anwar El Sadat Congressional Gold Medal
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On Tuesday, June 18, at 10:30 a
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
June 18 CCAC meeting: Steve Gleason Congressional Gold Medal
On Tuesday, June 18, at 10:30 a.m
June 18 CCAC meeting: Steve Gleason Congressional Gold Medal
On Tuesday, June 18, at 10:30 a.m
CCAC to Review Designs for Congressional Gold Medals, Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coins
The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting, starting at 9:30 a.m. (EDT) on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at U.S. Mint Headquarters, 801 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20220. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the […]
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United States Mint releases 2019-dated American Silver Eagle one-ounce Uncirculated coin on May 29
Washington — The United States Mint opened sales for the 2019 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Uncirculated coin (product code 19EG) on May 29 at noon EDT. The coin is priced at $46
United States Mint releases 2019-dated American Silver Eagle one-ounce Uncirculated coin on May 29
Washington — The United States Mint opened sales for the 2019 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Uncirculated coin (product code 19EG) on May 29 at noon EDT. The coin is priced at $46
United States Mint James Madison presidential silver medal released on May 6
Washington — The United States Mint released presidential medals struck in .999 fine silver in honor of the nation’s fourth president, James Madison, on May 6 at noon EDT
United States Mint James Madison presidential silver medal released on May 6
Washington — The United States Mint released presidential medals struck in .999 fine silver in honor of the nation’s fourth president, James Madison, on May 6 at noon EDT
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 opens sales of Kennedy half dollar product options
Washington — The United States Mint is now accepting orders for collectible bags and rolls of 2019 Kennedy half dollar coins.
The Mint began producing the Kennedy half dollar in 1964 to commemorate President John F
United States Mint opens sales of Kennedy half dollar product options
Washington — The United States Mint is now accepting orders for collectible bags and rolls of 2019 Kennedy half dollar coins.
The Mint began producing the Kennedy half dollar in 1964 to commemorate President John F
2021-2025 American Platinum Eagle Proof coin designs
On April 16, at 9:30 a.m
2021-2025 American Platinum Eagle Proof coin designs
On April 16, at 9:30 a.m
2019 American Innovation $1 coin designs: Georgia
On April 16, at 9:30 a.m
2019 American Innovation $1 coin designs: Georgia
On April 16, at 9:30 a.m
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
2019 American Innovation $1 coin designs: Delaware
On Tuesday, at 9:30 a.m
2019 American Innovation $1 coin designs: Delaware
On Tuesday, at 9:30 a.m
2020 Mayflower 400th Anniversary 24K Gold Coin and Silver Medal Program designs revealed
On Tuesday, at 9:30 a.m
2020 Mayflower 400th Anniversary 24K Gold Coin and Silver Medal Program designs revealed
On Tuesday, at 9:30 a.m
2020 Mayflower 400th Anniversary Gold Coin and Silver Medal Candidate Designs Unveiled
In 2020, the United States Mint will recognize the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower voyage by releasing a 1/4-ounce 24-karat gold coin and a companion 1-ounce
Candidate Designs for Mayflower Gold Bullion Coin, Platinum Eagle, Flowbee Dollar
By CoinWeek News Staff ….. The latest meeting of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) started this morning at 9:30 am EST and will run until 4:45 pm today and from 10 am to noon tomorrow. Commissioned to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on the design of all U.S. coin and medal products struck […]
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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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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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CCAC to Review Designs for Mayflower, American Innovation, and Platinum Coins
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day public meeting beginning Tuesday, April 16, to review and discuss candidate designs for coins issued from 2019 to 2025
CCAC to Review Platinum Eagle, 2019 American Innovation $1 Coin Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day public meeting, starting at 9:30 a.m. (EDT) on Tuesday, April 16, and continuing at 10:00 a.m. (EDT) on Wednesday, April 17, 2019, at United States Mint Headquarters, 801 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20220. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to […]
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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 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
Treasure at the end of the rainbow: New Jersey’s Saint Patrick coppers
Background photo by Alexis Dworsky.
In preparation for the upcoming 73rd edition of the Guide Book of United States Coins, which is expected to draw increased attention to foreign coins that were used in Colonial America, I thumbed through the Colonial Issues section of the 4th edition of Mega Red and came across something both interesting and festive
2019 United States Mint Proof Set now available
Washington — The 2019 United States Mint Proof Set (product code 19RG) became available for purchase on March 1 at noon EST. The set is priced at $27
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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United States Mint issues 2019 American Gold Eagle Proof coins today
Washington — The United States Mint is opening sales for the 2019 American Gold Eagle Proof coins today at noon EST. Product options are below
United States Mint issues 2019 American Gold Eagle Proof coins today
Washington — The United States Mint is opening sales for the 2019 American Gold Eagle Proof coins today at noon EST. Product options are below
Recollections on the Guide Book of Barber Silver Coins
The silver coins of U.S
Recollections on the Guide Book of Barber Silver Coins
The silver coins of U.S
End of an Effigy: Final Gold, Silver Coins to Feature Ian Rank Broadley’s Design
The Royal Australian Mint will begin phasing out the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2019. The end of an era for Australian currency, the Ian Rank-Broadley design has been proudly included on the obverse of Australia’s coin currency since 1998, and was the fifth effigy of the Queen to be […]
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Pittsburgh Legacy Series to Welcome Don Everhart
In 2015 the American Numismatic Association (ANA) introduced the ANA Legacy Series to recognize hobby icons and help create a record of their contributions. The series continues today, held in conjunction with ANA conventions. They consist of live interviews with notables in the coin community and honors individuals who have profoundly impacted the hobby, giving […]
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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
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
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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New Preamble to the Declaration of Independence platinum Proof coin available today at noon
Washington — The United States Mint will release the second coin in its Preamble to the Declaration of Independence Platinum Proof Coin Series today at noon EST. Launched in 2018, this three-year platinum Proof coin series features all new obverse (heads) designs created concurrently by one designer and a new common reverse (tails) design
New Preamble to the Declaration of Independence platinum Proof coin available today at noon
Washington — The United States Mint will release the second coin in its Preamble to the Declaration of Independence Platinum Proof Coin Series today at noon EST. Launched in 2018, this three-year platinum Proof coin series features all new obverse (heads) designs created concurrently by one designer and a new common reverse (tails) design
Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Coin Program launched on January 24
Mike Olson, astronaut Charlie Duke, Dotty Duke, and Tom Uram.
By Louis Golino
Rarely has a U
Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Coin Program launched on January 24
Mike Olson, astronaut Charlie Duke, Dotty Duke, and Tom Uram.
By Louis Golino
Rarely has a U
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
United States Mint releases first of four 2019 Presidential silver medals today
Washington — The United States Mint began accepting orders for the Thomas Jefferson Presidential silver medal (product code S803) today at noon EST. The medal is the first of four
United States Mint releases first of four 2019 Presidential silver medals today
Washington — The United States Mint began accepting orders for the Thomas Jefferson Presidential silver medal (product code S803) today at noon EST. The medal is the first of four
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
Bowers on collecting: Some comments about the 20-cent piece
Of all circulating denominations of United States coins the 20-cent piece, sometimes called the double dime, was the shortest lived. Examples were made for circulation for only two years, 1875 and 1876, followed by two years of Proofs for collectors
Bowers on collecting: Some comments about the 20-cent piece
Of all circulating denominations of United States coins the 20-cent piece, sometimes called the double dime, was the shortest lived. Examples were made for circulation for only two years, 1875 and 1876, followed by two years of Proofs for collectors
2019 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Proof coin goes on sale today
Washington — The United States Mint released the 2019 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Proof coin (product code 19EA) today, at noon (EST). The coin is priced at $55
2019 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Proof coin goes on sale today
Washington — The United States Mint will release the 2019 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Proof coin (product code 19EA) on January 10, at noon (EST). The coin is priced at $55
First International Coin Designer Training program held in Shanghai
2018 International Coin Designer Training at Shanghai Mint participants
By Louis Golino
In early December the Chinese Mint held the first International Coin Designer Training program at its Shanghai branch mint, which brought together several prominent coin designers from Europe, the U.S
First International Coin Designer Training program held in Shanghai
2018 International Coin Designer Training at Shanghai Mint participants
By Louis Golino
In early December the Chinese Mint held the first International Coin Designer Training program at its Shanghai branch mint, which brought together several prominent coin designers from Europe, the U.S
United States Mint rings in the New Year with popular Special Occasion sets
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Washington — The United States Mint is kicking off a promising new year of coin products on January 3, 2019, at noon (EST)
United States Mint rings in the New Year with popular Special Occasion sets
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Washington — The United States Mint is kicking off a promising new year of coin products on January 3, 2019, at noon (EST)
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
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.
Thomas “Tom” J
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.
Thomas “Tom” J
United States Mint unveils design for 2019 Native American $1 coin reverse
Washington — The United States Mint officially unveiled the reverse (tails side) design for the 2019 Native American $1 coin in the 2018 winter issue of the National Museum of the American Indian’s eponymous quarterly magazine. The 2019 coin design celebrates American Indians in the Space Program
United States Mint unveils design for 2019 Native American $1 coin reverse
Washington — The United States Mint officially unveiled the reverse (tails side) design for the 2019 Native American $1 coin in the 2018 winter issue of the National Museum of the American Indian’s eponymous quarterly magazine. The 2019 coin design celebrates American Indians in the Space Program
United States Mint unveils design for 2019 Native American $1 coin reverse
Washington — The United States Mint officially unveiled the reverse (tails side) design for the 2019 Native American $1 coin in the 2018 winter issue of the National Museum of the American Indian’s eponymous quarterly magazine. The 2019 coin design celebrates American Indians in the Space Program
Bowers on collecting: A 1796 token “unsurpassed in beauty”
By Q. David Bowers
The 1796 British Settlement in Kentucky token, popularly called the Myddelton token, was struck in England but refers to the United States
Bowers on collecting: A 1796 token “unsurpassed in beauty”
By Q. David Bowers
The 1796 British Settlement in Kentucky token, popularly called the Myddelton token, was struck in England but refers to the United States
Bowers on collecting: A 1796 token “unsurpassed in beauty”
By Q. David Bowers
The 1796 British Settlement in Kentucky token, popularly called the Myddelton token, was struck in England but refers to the United States
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
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
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
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
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
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
Bowers on collecting: The 1861 Confederate half dollar
By Q. David Bowers
After seven states seceded from the Union, beginning with South Carolina in December 1860, the Confederate States of America was formed with its capital as Montgomery, Alabama
Bowers on collecting: The 1861 Confederate half dollar
By Q. David Bowers
After seven states seceded from the Union, beginning with South Carolina in December 1860, the Confederate States of America was formed with its capital as Montgomery, Alabama
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
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
2022 Native American $1 Coin Candidate Designs Unveiled
Last week on Oct
2021 Native American $1 Coin Candidate Designs Unveiled
Last Tuesday, Oct
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 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
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
CCAC October 16, 2018, meeting: 2021-2022 Native American $1 coins
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
The following is a list of artist submissions for the 2021-2022 Native American $1 coins that were reviewed at the October 16, 2018, Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting
CCAC October 16, 2018, meeting: 2021-2022 Native American $1 coins
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
The following is a list of artist submissions for the 2021-2022 Native American $1 coins that were reviewed at the October 16, 2018, Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting
CCAC October 16, 2018, meeting: First amendment designs for the 2021-2025 American Platinum Eagle coin series
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
The following is a list of artist submissions and their descriptions for the 2021-2025 American Platinum Eagle coin series that were reviewed at yesterday’s Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting
CCAC October 16, 2018, meeting: First amendment designs for the 2021-2025 American Platinum Eagle coin series
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
The following is a list of artist submissions and their descriptions for the 2021-2025 American Platinum Eagle coin series that were reviewed at yesterday’s Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting
2021-2025 Proof American Platinum Eagle Concept Designs Unveiled
Today, Oct
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
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
2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Designs Revealed
The United States Mint pulled back the curtains today to unveil information and final designs for the curved Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coins that launch on Jan
Bowers on collecting: The birth of the Lincoln cent
By Q. David Bowers
Collecting Lincoln cents from circulation and putting them in blue Whitman folders is the way that most people discovered numismatics from the 1930s down to the 1970s or so
Bowers on collecting: The birth of the Lincoln cent
By Q. David Bowers
Collecting Lincoln cents from circulation and putting them in blue Whitman folders is the way that most people discovered numismatics from the 1930s down to the 1970s or so
CCAC to Discuss Designs for Native American $1s, Platinum Eagles and Coast Guard and Air Force Medals
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will meet Tuesday, Oct
2020 Weir Farm Quarter Design Recommended
Final design recommendations have been made for the 2020 America the Beautiful quarter dollar honoring Weir Farm National Historic Site in Connecticut
CCAC recommends a “Scene Within a Scene” for Weir Farm quarter
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
On Thursday, September 27, 2018, all 10 members of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) convened to review U
CCAC recommends a “Scene Within a Scene” for Weir Farm quarter
Photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
On Thursday, September 27, 2018, all 10 members of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) convened to review U
2019 American Liberty HR 1oz Gold Coin and 2.5oz Silver Medal Design Candidates
The United States Mint has unveiled information about and design candidates for the high-relief 2019 American Liberty Gold Coin and Silver Medal
Second Round of 2018 American Innovation $1 Coin Designs Reviewed
Another round of possible designs for the 2018 American Innovation $1 Coin was unveiled this month by the United States Mint
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
From coin to medal: Transition of the 1776 Continental Currency coin
By Q. David Bowers
The following article has been revised after receiving additional information and input
From coin to medal: Transition of the 1776 Continental Currency coin
By Q. David Bowers
The following article has been revised after receiving additional information and input
From coin to medal: Transition of the 1776 Continental Currency coin
By Q. David Bowers
What for well over a century numismatists considered to be a federal coin, although documentation was found, is now determined to be a medal
From coin to medal: Transition of the 1776 Continental Currency coin
By Q. David Bowers
The following article has been revised after receiving additional information and input
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
Lunch with. . . David Fanning
Welcome to the third installment of our series, “Lunch with.
Lunch with. . . David Fanning
Welcome to the third installment of our series, “Lunch with.
Lunch with. . . David Fanning
Welcome to the third installment of our series, “Lunch with.
Q&A: Why are there less Mint error coins in circulation now?
An example of a clipped planchet, a type of Mint error that is increasingly less likely to occur. Photo by economicrealist
Q&A: Why are there less Mint error coins in circulation now?
An example of a clipped planchet, a type of Mint error that is increasingly less likely to occur. Photo by economicrealist
Bowers on collecting: The rise of mint mark collecting
Background photo by Jeff Belmonte.
By Q
Bowers on collecting: The rise of mint mark collecting
Background photo by Jeff Belmonte.
By Q
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
CCAC to Review Designs for 2018 Innovation $1, 2019 HR $100 and 2020 Weir Farm Quarter
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will meet Thursday, Sept
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 to offer American Palladium Eagle one-ounce Proof coin for collectors on September 6
On September 6, 2018, at 12 noon (ET) the U.S
U.S. Mint to offer American Palladium Eagle one-ounce Proof coin for collectors on September 6
On September 6, 2018, at 12 noon (ET) the U.S
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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Heritage Auctions 2018 World’s Fair of Money preview: U.S. coins
1792 Washington President gold eagle pattern, EF-45. Musante GW-31 (A)
Heritage Auctions 2018 World’s Fair of Money preview: U.S. coins
1792 Washington President gold eagle pattern, EF-45. Musante GW-31 (A)
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
2019 America the Beautiful Quarter and Coin Designs Selected
The United States Mint unveiled the final reverse designs for its 2019-dated America the Beautiful Quarters® and counterpart America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Coins
United States Mint set to release presidential medals struck in silver on August 16
WASHINGTON — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the George Washington Presidential Silver Medal (product code S801) and the John Adams Presidential Silver Medal (product code S802) on August 16 at noon Eastern Time (ET). Both medals are priced at $39
United States Mint set to release presidential medals struck in silver on August 16
WASHINGTON — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the George Washington Presidential Silver Medal (product code S801) and the John Adams Presidential Silver Medal (product code S802) on August 16 at noon Eastern Time (ET). Both medals are priced at $39
2018 American Innovation $1 Coin Design Candidates and CCAC’s Non-Review
On Tuesday, July 31, the United States Mint unveiled possible designs for the 2018 American Innovation $1 Coin
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
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
2020-2021 Quarter Designs Reviewed
Proposed designs were reviewed and several were recommended for the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarter dollars and companion five-ounce silver coins
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
2018 American Eagle one-ounce silver Proof coin to go on sale on August 14
The Mint’s 2018 American Eagle one-ounce silver Proof coin (18EM) is scheduled to go on sale on August 14, 2018, at 12 noon (ET) on the Mint’s website. The coins possess no product, mintage, or household order limits and feature the classic Lady Liberty design on the obverse in a stunning Proof finish
2018 American Eagle one-ounce silver Proof coin to go on sale on August 14
The Mint’s 2018 American Eagle one-ounce silver Proof coin (18EM) is scheduled to go on sale on August 14, 2018, at 12 noon (ET) on the Mint’s website. The coins possess no product, mintage, or household order limits and feature the classic Lady Liberty design on the obverse in a stunning Proof finish
CCAC to Review Designs for American Innovation $1 Coin
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a teleconference meeting on Tuesday, July 31, to review and discuss candidate designs for a 2018 $1 coin that will kick off a new collector
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.
The bill, H
NGC certifies unique “Mint cancelled” error coin
Photo credit: Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.
This 2007-D Washington quarter was originally struck on a Sacagawea $1 planchet before being cancelled by the U
NGC certifies unique “Mint cancelled” error coin
Photo credit: Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.
This 2007-D Washington quarter was originally struck on a Sacagawea $1 planchet before being cancelled by the U
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
Background photo by Schrantz.
Last month, Representative Mark Amodei (R-NV) introduced H
The Carson City Mint 150th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act of 2018
Background photo by Schrantz.
Last month, Representative Mark Amodei (R-NV) introduced H
Nickels may soon become less expensive to produce
When designing a new coin, U.S
Nickels may soon become less expensive to produce
When designing a new coin, U.S
South Africa Releases Designs for Coins, Currency Commemorating Nelson Mandela
By South African Reserve Bank …… The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) will be launching its first commemorative banknote series, in celebration of the first democratically elected president Nelson Mandela’s birth centenary. These notes will cover all denominations – R10, R20, R50, R100 and R200. As part of the celebrations, the South African Mint, […]
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Galaxies and Nebulae Silver Spinner series
Background image by Bruno Gilli/ESO.
By Louis Golino
In recent years, the most popular themes on modern world commemorative coins have undoubtedly been ancient mythology and astronomy with different mints producing many such series
2019 American Legion Commemorative Coin Designs Reviewed
Bowers on collecting: The Cliff House and a special token
Background photo by Brocken Inaglory.
By Q
The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site
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The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve
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The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park
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CCAC Chooses America the Beautiful Quarters Designs for 2020-21
By CoinWeek News Staff ….. The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) held its most recent meeting at United States Mint headquarters last week to discuss designs for the final six entries in the long-running America the Beautiful Quarters program. Specifically, the Committee reviewed candidate artwork for the National Park of American Samoa, Weir Farm National […]
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The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: Salt River Bay National Historical Park
Background photo by Agnosticpreacherskid.
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2020-2021 Quarter and 5 Oz Coin Design Candidates
The United States Mint released design candidates for the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarter dollars and companion five-ounce silver coins honoring national sites in American Samoa,
The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: Weir Farm
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The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: Weir Farm
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The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: National Park of America Samoa
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The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: National Park of American Samoa
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The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: National Park of American Samoa
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Bowers on collecting: Conservation, toning, and more
By Q. David Bowers
Last week I invited readers to a forum about labeling coins with “cleaned,” “environmental damage,” “artificial toning,” and the like
Bowers on collecting: Conservation, toning, and more
By Q. David Bowers
Last week I invited readers to a forum about labeling coins with “cleaned,” “environmental damage,” “artificial toning,” and the like
The end of the trail: The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters
Background photo by Agnosticpreacherskid.
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The end of the trail: The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters
Background photo by Agnosticpreacherskid.
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Monday, June 11, 2018, found me flying north from beautiful Atlanta, Georgia, to our nation’s bustling capital in Washington, D
The CCAC’s recommended designs for the 2020-2021 America the Beautiful quarters
Background photo by Agnosticpreacherskid.
The following is a list of the artist submissions for the 2020-2021 America the Beautiful quarter reverse designs that were reviewed at today’s Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting
The CCAC’s recommended designs for the 2020-2021 America the Beautiful quarters
Background photo by Agnosticpreacherskid.
The following is a list of the artist submissions for the 2020-2021 America the Beautiful quarter reverse designs that were reviewed at today’s Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting
Sales open for America the Beautiful Five-Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin honoring Voyageurs National Park on June 14
Washington — The United States Mint will release the latest America the Beautiful Five-Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin on June 14 at noon Eastern Time (ET). The three-inch diameter coin (product code 18AL) honors Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota
Sales open for America the Beautiful Five-Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin honoring Voyageurs National Park on June 14
Washington — The United States Mint will release the latest America the Beautiful Five-Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin on June 14 at noon Eastern Time (ET). The three-inch diameter coin (product code 18AL) honors Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota
United States Mint bags and rolls of Voyageurs National Park quarters available starting on June 11
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Washington — Bags and rolls of United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Program coins honoring Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota will be available for purchase starting on June 11 at noon Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
United States Mint bags and rolls of Voyageurs National Park quarters available starting on June 11
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Washington — Bags and rolls of United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Program coins honoring Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota will be available for purchase starting on June 11 at noon Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
Bowers on collecting: Invitation to a forum!
By Q. David Bowers
Next week in this column I plan to discuss “cleaning,” “artificial toning” and “conservation” of coins
Bowers on collecting: Invitation to a forum!
By Q. David Bowers
Next week in this column I plan to discuss “cleaning,” “artificial toning” and “conservation” of coins
United States Mint to hold launch ceremony for Voyageurs National Park quarter on June 14
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The United States Mint and the National Park Service will hold a launch ceremony on Thursday, June 14, 2018, at 11 a
United States Mint to hold launch ceremony for Voyageurs National Park quarter on June 14
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The United States Mint and the National Park Service will hold a launch ceremony on Thursday, June 14, 2018, at 11 a
CCAC to Review Designs for 2020-2021 Quarters
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will meet Tuesday, June 12, to review and discuss candidate designs for the 2020- and 2021-dated coins from the United States Mint’s program of America
Bowers on collecting: Coins of the presidential administrations — James Madison
By Q. David Bowers
This week I give another overview of the coins issued during the administrations of various presidents from George Washington to date with a small selection of illustrations
Bowers on collecting: Coins of the presidential administrations — James Madison
By Q. David Bowers
This week I give another overview of the coins issued during the administrations of various presidents from George Washington to date with a small selection of illustrations
Modern US Coins – CCAC to Discuss 2020 & 2021 America the Beautiful Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting at 9:30 a.m. (ET) on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, at United States Mint Headquarters, in the Second Floor Conference Room, at 801 9th St. NW, in Washington, D.C. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise […]
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Great War remembrance coin series designed by Joel Iskowitz
Iskowitz in his studio in 2010. Photo by Tvoz
Great War remembrance coin series designed by Joel Iskowitz
Iskowitz in his studio in 2010. Photo by Tvoz
The U.S. Mint’s World War I silver medals are outstanding
The U.S. Mint’s World War I silver medals are outstanding
A brief history of the modern American Buffalo gold coin
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Leaving CCAC
By CoinWeek News Staff …. On Thursday, April 5, the United States Mint announced that basketball star, philanthropist and well-known coin collector Kareem Abdul-Jabbar will be leaving the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC). Citing personal obligations, the six-time NBA champion and arguably one of the greatest basketball players of all time will stay a member […]
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Bowers on collecting: Among my favorites — Sacagawea “golden dollars” part three
By Q. David Bowers
This week I continue and conclude my discussion of Sacagawea dollars
Don Everhart: My Career in Coins, Part 1 – The Franklin Mint
By Don Everhart – Former Sculptor-Engraver, United States Mint ….. Exclusive for CoinWeek Fresh out of college in 1973, I made a decision that would change the course of my life forever – and I didn’t even know it at the time! Back then I was more concerned about staying alive than deciding what my […]
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Bowers on collecting: Among my favorites — Sacagawea “golden dollars” part two
By Q. David Bowers
This week I continue my comments on Sacagawea dollars
New quarter dollar series proposed to honor prominent American women
Suffragists picketing in front of the White House circa February 1917.
By Louis Golino
On March 15, during Women’s History Month, a bipartisan effort was launched in Congress to direct the U
Bowers on collecting: Among my favorites — Sacagawea “golden dollars”
By Q. David Bowers
This week I continue my comments on Sacagawea “golden dollars,” drawing from studies I made for a Whitman Publishing book, A Guide Book of Modern United States Dollar Coins 1971 to Date: A Complete History and Price Guide, a copy of which would be just right for your library
Celebrating the American Legion—and America’s veterans—with coins
Background photo by Diego Delso.
What comes to mind when you think of the American Legion?
My thoughts go to my family and World War II
CCAC Selects Designs for 2019 American Legion Commemorative Coins
By CoinWeek News Staff …. On Tuesday, March 13, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) held its second public meeting of 2018. The agenda included the review and recommendation of designs for the 2019 American Legion centennial Commemorative Coin Program and the discussion of design concepts for Native American $1 Coins for 2021 through […]
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Breast Cancer Awareness 2018 Proof $5 Gold Coin available March 15 at noon
The Breast Cancer Awareness 2018 Proof $5 Gold Coin (product code 18CE) will be available for purchase at the Mint’s website March 15 at noon. The coin is part of the Mint’s Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin Program, which uses funds generated through the sale of related coins to benefit the efforts of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Bowers on collecting: American medals to the fore — Pierre Eugène du Simitière
By Q. David Bowers
Welcome to the latest installment in my series on the subject
The disappointing American Liberty $10 Proof Coin launch
By Louis Golino
First day sales of the 2018 American Liberty $10 One-Tenth-Ounce Gold Proof Coin on February 9 were a dismal 9,852, which does not bode well for upcoming sales and secondary market performance.
There has also been relatively little discussion of this new issue in the blogosphere compared to the one-ounce, high-relief version of the coin released last spring — or other higher-profile coins for that matter
Modern US Coins – CCAC to Review Designs for 2019 American Legion Commemorative Coin
In addition to the American Legion commemorative, Native American $1 Coin design concepts for 2021 are also on the agenda The United States Mint announces a Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) public meeting scheduled for March 13, 2018. Date: March 13, 2018. Time: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST Location: Second Floor Conference Room, United […]
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United States Mint releases first coin in new platinum Proof coin series on January 25
Washington — The United States Mint will open sales for the 2018 Preamble to the Declaration of Independence Platinum Proof Coin (product code 18EJ) on January 25, 2018, at noon Eastern Time.
This coin is the first release in the three-year (2018-2020) Preamble to the Declaration of Independence Platinum Proof Coin Series
CCAC to Review Designs for 2019 American Memorial Park Quarter
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a teleconference meeting Tuesday, Jan
United States Mint releases 2018 Native American $1 Coin reverse design
Washington — The United States Mint officially announced the reverse (tails) design of the 2018 Native American $1 Coin. The coin’s theme pays homage to sports legend Jim Thorpe
2018 Native American $1 Dollar Design Image
On Thursday, Dec
The centenary anniversary of President Kennedy’s birth passes us by while many more are still concerned learning about his death
Following the initial release of 2,891 documents previously withheld by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) relating to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on Thursday, October 19, the Internet went up in storm
United States Mint Unveils Designs for Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coins
NEW YORK – The United States Mint today unveiled the winning designs in the Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin Design Competition. The event took place at the Breast Cancer Research Foundation’s headquarters in New York
2018-2020 Proof American Platinum Eagle Designs Depict Life, Liberty and Happiness
The United States Mint on Monday, Oct
2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin Designs Unveiled
The United States Mint today unveiled the winning designs for $5 pink gold, $1 silver and 50c clad 2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coins
Modern US Coins – CCAC Discusses Apollo 11 Designs, ATB Quarter Concepts
By CoinWeek News Staff …. Wednesday’s meeting of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (otherwise known as the CCAC) was relatively painless. Only two items were on the agenda, and neither required a vote: the review and discussion of finalist designs for the 50th Anniversary Apollo 11 Commemorative Coin program and a discussion of the concepts […]
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Modern US Coins – CCAC Discusses Apollo 11 Designs, ATB Quarter Concepts
By CoinWeek News Staff …. Wednesday’s meeting of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (otherwise known as the CCAC) was relatively painless. Only two items were on the agenda, and neither required a vote: the review and discussion of finalist designs for the 50th Anniversary Apollo 11 Commemorative Coin program and a discussion of the […]
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My first CCAC Meeting: A spirited discussion and a rare inside glimpse into the design process
On Wednesday, October 18, 2017 , I had the pleasure of attending my first Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee meeting (on the phone, since I live in Atlanta and not in Washington). As a relative novice to the world of coin design, I understand the apprehension most collectors feel when first putting themselves into the fray with much more experienced numismatists and artists
Obverse Apollo 11 Candidate Designs Unveiled
The United States Mint has unveiled all the candidate designs for the Apollo 11 Commemorative Coins
Palladium American Eagle Coin Brings Challenges, Opportunities for Collectors
By Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez for CoinWeek.com …… When the United States Mint released the first American Eagle Palladium coins on September 25, 2017, a new era for the long-running American Eagle family of bullion coins began. In the weeks following the release of 15,000 silver-white, 0.9995-fine one-ounce palladium bullion coins, collectors and investors alike have indulged […]
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2019 quarters and the Apollo 11 50th Anniversary commemoratives subjects of the next public CCAC meeting
Pursuant to United States Code, Title 31, section 5135(b)(8)(C), the United States Mint announces the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) public meeting scheduled for October 18, 2017, from 9:00 a.m
Modern US Coins – CCAC to Review Apollo 11, America the Beautiful Quarters Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting at 9:00 a.m. (ET) on Wednesday October 18, 2017, at United States Mint Headquarters, in the Second Floor Conference Room, at 801 9th St. NW, in Washington, D.C. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise […]
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CCAC to Discuss Apollo 11 Obverse Designs and 2020-2021 Quarters
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will meet Wednesday, Oct 18, to review obverse designs for 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coins, look at revised designs for one of the
United States Mint announces designs for World War I Centennial Silver Medals
WASHINGTON – The United States Mint today revealed the obverse (heads) and reverse (tails) designs for five silver medals that will be issued in conjunction with the 2018 World War I Centennial Silver Dollar. Each medal, composed of 90 percent silver, pays homage to branches of the U
U.S. Mint Unveils Winning Designs for World War I Centennial Silver Dollar
The United States Mint unveiled the winning designs in the World War I Centennial 2018 Commemorative Coin Design Competition on Monday, October 9. The unveiling took place during the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Exposition at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. The designs, by LeRoy Transfield […]
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2018 World War I American Veterans Centennial Silver Dollar Designs Announced
The United States Mint unveiled designs for silver dollars commemorating the 100th anniversary of America’s involvement in the First World War
2018 WWI American Veterans Centennial Coin Design Unveiling Oct. 9
Designs for commemorative coins recognizing the 100th anniversary of America’s involvement in World War I will be unveiled Monday, Oct
The CCAC advises the Treasury on historic new coins, part 4: San Antonio Missions National Historical Park quarter
Background photo by AgnosticPreachersKid.
The following is the fourth of a six-part series currently running on our sister site, Coin Update
The CCAC advises the Treasury on historic new coins, part 3: War in the Pacific National Historical Park quarter
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The following is the third of a six-part series currently running on our sister site, Coin Update
The CCAC advises the Treasury on historic new coins, part 2: American Memorial Park quarter
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The following is the second of a six-part series currently running on our sister site, Coin Update
The CCAC advises the Treasury on historic new coins, part 1: Lowell National Historical Park quarter
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The following is the first of a six-part series currently running on our sister site, Coin Update
U.S. Mint to Unveil Designs for Commemorative Coin Honoring World War I Vets
WHAT: The United States Mint will unveil the winning designs in the World War I Centennial 2018 Commemorative Coin Designs Competition on Monday, October 9, opening day of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Exposition at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. The coin designs will be […]
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OSS Medal Designs Reviewed
Revised designs for a congressional gold medal honoring the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) went under review this week and two of them became the clear winners
CCAC Approves 2019 ATB Quarter, OSS Gold Medal Designs
Committee member Donald Scarinci serves as guest Chair By CoinWeek News Staff …. The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) held an open meeting at the United States Mint on Tuesday, September 19 in which interested members of the public were invited to attend or to listen in on a teleconference line. Two primary items were […]
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US Mint News: First Look at American Eagle Palladium Bullion Coin
By CoinWeek News Staff …. On Wednesday, September 20, Michael White, of the Office of Corporate Communications for the United States Mint shared the first images of the soon-to-be-released 2017 American Eagle Palladium Bullion Coin. [[images?]] The palladium coin, a first in this metal for the U.S. Mint, will be available for order by a […]
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Whitman Publishing Releases Expanded New Guide Book of Lincoln Cents
Whitman Publishing has released an expanded, updated second edition of its best-selling Guide Book of Lincoln Cents, a popular entry in the Bowers Series of numismatic titles. The book continues in the tradition of the Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars and other Bowers Series guides, now numbering more than two dozen volumes. The 320-page […]
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CCAC to Discuss Designs for 2019 Quarters and OSS Medal
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will meet Tuesday, Sept
Modern US Coins – CCAC to Review 2019 ATB Quarter Designs, OSS Gold Medal
Pursuant to United States Code, Title 31, section 5135(b)(8)(C), the United States Mint announces the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) public meeting scheduled for June 21, 2017. Date: September 19, 2017. Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST Location: Second Floor Conference Room, United States Mint, 801 9th Street NW., Washington, DC 20220. Interested members […]
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2018 America the Beautiful Quarter and Coin Designs Selected
The United States Mint kicked off August by unveiling the final reverse designs for its 2018-dated America the Beautiful Quarters® and counterpart America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver
Favorite Everhart medal and coin designs, part 5: The Dalai Lama medal and National Baseball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
(Wikipedia photo courtesy of the Dalai Lama)
Conclusion to a five-part series. Click here to read part 1, part 2, part 3, and part 4
Favorite Everhart medal and coin designs, part 5: The Dalai Lama medal and National Baseball Hall of Fame commemorative coins
(Wikipedia photo courtesy of the Dalai Lama)
Conclusion to a five-part series. Click here to read part 1, part 2, part 3, and part 4
Favorite Everhart medal and coin designs, part 4: The Dolley Madison First Spouse gold coin
Part 4 in a five-part series. Click here to read part 1, part 2, and part 3
Favorite Everhart medal and coin designs, part 4: The Dolley Madison First Spouse gold coin
Part 4 in a five-part series. Click here to read part 1, part 2, part 3, and part 5
Favorite Everhart medal and coin designs, part 3: The Statue of Liberty reverse, Presidential dollar series
Part 3 of a five-part series. Click here to read part 1, and here to read part 2
Favorite Everhart medal and coin designs, part 2: The Women Airforce Service Pilots Bronze Medal reverse
Campaign medals received by the Women Airforce Service Pilots program are displayed during the opening of the “Fly Girls of World War II” exhibit at the Women in Military Service for America Memorial in Arlington, Va., Nov
Don Everhart has retired. Here are some of my favorite Everhart medal and coin designs.
America’s Native American dollar reaches for the stars in 2019
On June 21, 2017, a quorum of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee met at United States Mint headquarters on 9th Street in Washington, D.C
Phase I of Apollo 11 Coin Design Competition Nears End
Just a few days remain to submit an application to enter the competition to design Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coins
CCAC Recommends Designs for Apollo 11, Native American $1, Congressional Gold Medals
By Hubert Walker for CoinWeek …. At yesterday’s marathon meeting of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC), design candidate portfolios for several programs were reviewed and discussed, with committee recommendations to the Secretary of the Treasury ultimately being made. The meeting’s agenda included designs for the 2019 and 2020 Native American $1 coins, the Filipino […]
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2019 Apollo 11 Commemorative Coin Designs Reviewed
In 2019, the United States Mint will produce and sell curved Apollo 11 Commemorative Coins in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the first manned landing on the moon
Candidate Designs Revealed for Upcoming Commemorative Coins, Gold Medals
By CoinWeek News Staff …. The United States Mint recently revealed design candidates for a number of coin and medal programs, including the 2019 and 2020 Native American $1 coins, the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary commemorative coin program, and the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) and Filipino Veterans of World War 2 Congressional Gold […]
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CCAC to Discuss Fractional Gold, 2019-2020 $1s and Apollo 11 Coins
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will meet Wednesday, June 21, to review and discuss designs for several coins and medals, including those for the 2019-2020 Native American $1 Coins,
Whitman Offers Free JFK Book on Medal & Coin Art for President’s 100th Birthday
John F. Kennedy, the only American president ever honored on a circulating half dollar coin, was born May 29, 1917. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of his birth, Whitman Publishing is offering a free copy of The Kennedy World in Medallic Art: John F. Kennedy and His Family in Medals, Coins, Tokens, and Other Collectibles, […]
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Winning Design Chosen for Baltic State 2 Euro Bimetallic Commemorative Coin
By Bank of Latvia …. The work by Lithuanian designer Justas Petrulis, i.e. a symbolic plait in which the fates of the three Baltic sisters intertwine, will turn into the common Baltic 2 euro commemorative coin dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Baltic States. This design received the most votes in the public survey […]
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Editorials on the Buffalo nickel, written shortly after its release
On May 11, the Mint will release the 2017-W American Buffalo gold Proof coin. James Earle Fraser’s iconic Indian Head / Buffalo design debuted on the nickel five-cent piece in 1913, and today is a beloved classic
Editorials on the Buffalo nickel, written shortly after its release
On May 11, the Mint will release the 2017-W American Buffalo gold Proof coin. James Earle Fraser’s iconic Indian Head / Buffalo design debuted on the nickel five-cent piece in 1913, and today is a beloved classic
Catastrophic Launch of Mint of Finland Collector Coin Ends with Scrapped Program
By Charles Morgan for CoinWeek ….. Last Monday, the Mint of Finland announced a five-coin, five-euro commemorative coin set marking the 100th Anniversary of Finnish Independence. Each coin in the proposed series was designed to mark a 20-year period, with an obverse and reverse design showing the trials and tribulations of the country’s history. The […]
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2018 World War I Coast Guard Medal Designs Reviewed
In 2018, the United States Mint will release World War I silver medals in conjunction with silver dollars commemorating the centennial of America’s involvement in the war
2018 World War I Marines Medal Designs Reviewed
2018 World War I Air Service Medal Designs Reviewed
In 2018, the United States Mint will issue five World War I silver medals in conjunction with silver dollars commemorating the centennial of America’s involvement in the war
2018 World War I Navy Medal Designs Reviewed
2018 World War I Army Medal Designs Reviewed
In 2018, the United States Mint will release World War I silver medals in conjunction with silver dollars honoring the centennial of America’s involvement in the war
2017 palladium American Eagle design mock-ups revealed
Mockup of the proposed design for the 2017 palladium American Eagle coin. (U
CCAC to Review American Palladium Eagle Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a meeting Wednesday, Mar
Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee discusses industrial, religious, natural, and military themes in 2019 America the Beautiful quarters
On Wednesday, February 15, 2017, members of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC, www.ccac
Modern US Coins – CCAC to Discuss American Eagle Palladium Bullion Coin March 15
Pursuant to United States Code, Title 31, section 5135(b)(8)(C), the United States Mint announces the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) public meeting scheduled for March 15, 2017. Date: March 15, 2017. Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. EST Location: Conference Room A&B, United States Mint, 801 9th Street NW., Washington, DC 20220. Interested members of […]
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CoinWeek Podcast #55: Good Coin Design with Austrian Mint Engraver Helmut Andexlinger
CoinWeek Podcast #55: The Value of a Great Coin Photograph with Phil Arnold Mobile phone users. Stream this podcast for free by downloading the podomatic app or subscribe to the CoinWeek Podcast on iTunes. What are the elements of good coin design? And, why are recent technological developments in the minting industry making coin and medallic design worse, […]
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CCAC to Consider Design Themes for 2019 Quarters and OSS Medal
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold an hour-long teleconference meeting this Wednesday, Feb
CCAC Announces Public Meeting for February 15, 2017
Pursuant to United States Code, Title 31, section 5135(b)(8)(C), the United States Mint announces the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) public meeting scheduled for February 15, 2017. Date: February 15, 2017. Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST Location: This meeting will occur via teleconference. Interested members of the public may dial in to listen […]
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CCAC Announces Public Meeting for February 15, 2017
Pursuant to United States Code, Title 31, section 5135(b)(8)(C), the United States Mint announces the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) public meeting scheduled for February 15, 2017. Date: February 15, 2017. Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST Location: This meeting will occur via teleconference. Interested members of the public may dial in to listen […]
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The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee and a Few of Its Design Ideals
As an intermediate step between parts 1 and 2 of “A Vision of Liberty for a Modern Nation,” it seems helpful to take a look at the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC), which featured prominently in part 1. This post, although lengthy, will be looking at three simple questions: What exactly is the CCAC’s role? What qualifies the current committee to perform that role? And what aesthetic ideals do they look for in a coin’s prospective design?
Note that, although this is a lengthy blog post, it isn’t an essay, and the reader won’t miss out on anything by skipping ahead or doubling back to different points of interest
A Vision of Liberty for a Modern NationPart 1: Treading Lightly
In March of last year, when the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee released its final design choice for the 2017 American Liberty high-relief gold coin, the numismatic zone of the Internet exploded. The conflict renewed at each step in the process, including the official unveiling this month: fans praised the design’s inclusiveness and beauty, while detractors called it politically correct, unattractive, or both
A Vision of Liberty for a Modern Nation, Part 1: Treading Lightly
In March of last year, when the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee released its final design choice for the 2017 American Liberty high-relief gold coin, the numismatic zone of the Internet exploded. The conflict renewed at each step in the process, including the official unveiling this month: fans praised the design’s inclusiveness and beauty, while detractors called it politically correct, unattractive, or both
Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee Looks Ahead to New Dollar Coins
Astronaut John B. Herrington (Chickasaw; at center) and Michael E
Design Recommendations Considered for 2019-20 Native American $1 Coins
By CoinWeek News Staff …. The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC)for the reverse of the 2019 and 2020 Native American $1 coins. Glenna Goodacre’s portrayal of Shoshone maiden and guide Sacagawea, a vital member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to explore the interior of what is now the continental United States all the […]
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CCAC to Review 2019-2020 Native American $1 Coin Design Themes
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a one-hour teleconference meeting on Tuesday, Jan
United States Mint Unveils Historic 2017 Gold Coin Design
On Thursday, January 12, the United States Mint officially unveiled the designs of a 2017 High Relief gold coin that will be released in conjunction with the Mint’s 225th Anniversary celebration. The United States Mint was established in 1792 by an Act of Congress and has since provided the country with coins in gold, silver, […]
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United States Mint Unveils Historic 2017 High Relief Gold Coin Design
On Thursday, January 12, the United States Mint officially unveiled the designs of a 2017 High Relief gold coin that will be released in conjunction with the Mint’s 225th Anniversary celebration. The United States Mint was established in 1792 by an Act of Congress and has since provided the country with coins in gold, silver, […]
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The Liberty Bell: An Apt Symbol for American Coinage
Updated 12/29/16 at 10 a.m
The America the Beautiful Quarters Program, at a Little Past the Halfway Point
An Editor Reminisces
With the release of the Fort Moultrie (Fort Sumter National Monument) design on November 14, we have now reached the 62.5% mark in the America the Beautiful quarter-dollar program
The Folly of Legislating Art: Revisiting a 1998 Interview with John Veach Noble
The MCMVII (1907) Ultra High Relief Saint-Gaudens double eagle is widely considered one of America’s most beautiful designs. This PF-69 rarity with Lettered Edge sold in a Stack’s Bowers auction for $2
2017 Native American $1 Dollar Design Image
The United States Mint unveiled the one-year-only design that will appear on the reverse of next year’s 2017 Native American dollar
U.S. Mint Releases 2017 Native American $1 Coin Reverse Design
On December 1, the United States Mint released the design that will appear on the reverse of the Native American $1 Coin next year. The coin will honor Sequoyah of the Cherokee Nation, creator of the Cherokee language. Designed by Mint Artistic Infusion Program (AIP) Designer Chris Costello and sculpted by Mint Sculptor-Engraver Charles L. […]
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Kicking Off the Mint’s 225th Anniversary Year: Unveiling of the 2017 American Liberty Gold Coin
(Press release)—As one of the few institutions specifically rooted in the Constitution, the United States Mint has served the nation by playing a key role in the country’s financial system and fostering commerce. Next year marks the 225th anniversary of the Mint’s founding; to honor this important milestone, the Mint will kick off a yearlong acknowledgment and celebration during a ceremony to be held at the Treasury Department on January 12, 2017, at 1:00 p
2017 Native American $1 Design Announced
Today the U.S
At PAN Fall Show, John Mercanti Views His Latest Finished Coin Design for First Time
By Pennsylvania Association of Numismatists …. Pennsylvania Association of Numismatists (PAN) President and Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) member Tom Uram received a FedEx package and wanted retired U.S. Mint 12th Chief Engraver John Mercanti to be the one to open it during his visit to the PAN Fall Coin Show on Friday October 28, […]
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew Medal Designs Recommended
Along with coins, the United States Mint has produced medals since the early days of the nation
Theodore Roosevelt National Park Three-Coin Set on Sale October 3
As of noon (Eastern time) on October 3, the U.S
2018-2020 Proof American Platinum Eagle Candidate Designs Unveiled
Today, Sept, 15, the United States Mint unveiled candidate designs for upcoming proof American Platinum Eagles
U.S. Mint Reveals American Platinum Eagle Proof Coin Design Candidates
By CoinWeek News Staff …. The United States Mint recently revealed design candidates for the 2018, 2019 and 2020 American Eagle Platinum Proof coin program. Tomorrow morning, on September 16, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will review the packet of 36 obverse and 10 reverse designs and discuss the relative merits of each. […]
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U.S. Mint Shares Design Candidates for 2018-2020 American Eagle Platinum Proof Coins
U.S. Mint Announces Numismatic Hobby Forum and CCAC Meeting
U.S. Mint Announces 2017 America the Beautiful Quarters Program Coin Designs
The United States Mint today announced the five new designs that will appear on the reverses of the 2017-dated coins in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program. The honorees are Effigy Mounds National Monument (Iowa); Frederick Douglass National Historic Site (Washington, D.C.); Ozark National Scenic Riverways (Missouri); Ellis Island (Statue of Liberty National Monument) (New […]
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CCAC Announces Public Meeting for Sept. 16, 2016
Pursuant to United States Code, Title 31, section 5135(b)(8)(C), the United States Mint announces the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) public meeting scheduled for September 16, 2016. Date: September 16, 2016. Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. (Public Meeting followed by Public Forum). Location: Conference Room A, United States Mint, 801 9th Street NW., Washington, […]
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CCAC to Review 2018-2020 American Platinum Eagle Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee will hold a three-hour meeting on Friday, Sept
Designs for 2017’s America the Beautiful Quarters Finalized
The designs for next year’s America the Beautiful quarters have been made official. Earlier today, the U
U.S. Mint Shares Final Designs for 2017’s America the Beautiful Quarters
2017 America the Beautiful Quarter and Coin Designs Selected
Today, Sept
2017 Boys Town Coin Designs Unveiled
Designs for coins celebrating the 100th anniversary of Boys Town were unveiled Tuesday during a ceremony in Boys Town Music Hall, Nebraska
U.S. Mint Unveils Designs for Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Coin
Designs for coins commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of Boys Town were unveiled today (August 23) during a ceremony at Boys Town Music Hall in Boys Town, Nebraska. “Each time a person looks at any one of these unique designs, it will spark an interest in learning about the history of Boys Town, […]
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U. S. Mint Unveils Designs for Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Coins
By United States Mint ….. WHAT: Representatives from the United States Mint and Boys Town will unveil the designs for the Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Coins at the Boys Town Music Hall in Boys Town, Nebraska. Pursuant to Public Law 114-30, the designs of the gold, silver and clad coins are emblematic of the 100 […]
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Designs for 2017 Boys Town Commemoratives to be Unveiled August 23
Design Competition Opens for 2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Coins
The United States Mint is now accepting applications from artists to design 2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coins
Breast Cancer Awareness Coin Design Contest Begins Aug. 1
One week from today, on Monday, Aug
2018 Quarter and 5 Oz Coin Design Candidates
The Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) and the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) have recommended designs for 2018-dated America the Beautiful Quarters and companion five-ounce silver
Coin Collectors Share Thoughts with CCAC in Colorado
By Dennis Tucker – Publisher, Whitman Publishing LLC …… Colorado is a beautiful state, and for coin collectors a very special one, rich with numismatic history and connections. Gold and silver mining became an important industry in the American West in the late 1850s and early 1860s, giving birth to many issues of private and […]
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CCAC Recommends Designs for 2018 ATB Quarters and Obama Presidential Medals
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) met yesterday in Colorado Springs to discuss design candidates for 2018’s five America the Beautiful Quarters. With the exception of their favored design for Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota, the committee recommended reverse images different from those put forward by the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) two weeks ago
U.S. Mint Shares Images of Nancy Reagan First Spouse Gold Coins and 2018 ATB Quarter Design Candidates
Public Invited to Meet CCAC Members at ANA Summer Seminar in June
Recent CCAC design recommendations for 2017 America the Beautiful quarters.
On June 27 and 28, Members of the Citizen’s Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will attend the American Numismatic Association’s Summer Seminar at Colorado College, where they will hold a meeting and attend a breakfast for attendees of the annual event
50 State Quarters Designs Replace Confederate Flags under Congressional Office in Washington, D.C.
By Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez for Coinweek ……. Designs from the 50 State Quarters program will soon adorn the subway halls below a United States Capitol office building in Washington, D.C., replacing a display of state flags and seals. The move is underway to remove Confederate symbols that formerly appeared on the walls of the subway system […]
Phase I of WWI Dollar Design Competition Nears End
Just under a week remains to submit an application to enter the public design competition for the 2018 World War I American Veterans Centennial Silver Dollar
Two CCAC Members Reappointed by U.S. Senate Leaders
A recent CCAC design recommendation.
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Update on the CCAC’s 2017 Design Recommendations (Updated)
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee met yesterday to discuss a large portfolio of images for consideration as possible obverse and reverse designs for the 2017 20th Anniversary American Eagle Platinum Proof Coin, the 2017 American Liberty High Relief Gold Coin and Silver Medal, and the 2017 Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Coin Program.
The committee’s recommendations are provided below, with brief descriptions based on narratives provided by the U
CCAC to Review 2017 Coin and Medal Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, Mar
Design Competition Opens for WWI Commemorative Coin
Artists around the nation are being sought by the United States Mint to create designs for the commemorative 2018 World War I American Veterans Centennial Silver Dollar
2016 ATB Proof Set Returns, Mark Twain Proof Dollar Unavailable
2016 ATB Proof Set packaging with corrected Cumberland Gap photo.
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Effigy Mounds and Ellis Island ATB Design Candidates (Updated)
Update, 2:35 p.m
2016 Patricia Nixon First Spouse Gold Coin Images
U.S. Mint Breaks Record with 5th Coin of the Year Award
The 2014 Baseball Hall of Fame Commemorative half dollar won the top prize at the Coin of the Year (COTY) Awards last week at the World Money Fair in Berlin. This if the fifth time the U
U.S. Mint Wins Record 6th Coin of the Year Award
The 2014 Baseball Hall of Fame Commemorative half dollar won the top prize at the Coin of the Year (COTY) Awards last week at the World Money Fair in Berlin. This is the sixth time the U
Patricia Nixon and Betty Ford First Spouse Gold Coin Designs
During an event on Saturday celebrating the 105th anniversary of Ronald Reagan’s birth, the United States Mint unveiled designs for the gold coin commemorating Nancy Reagan
CCAC to Review New 2017-Dated Quarter Designs
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a one-hour teleconference meeting on Tuesday, Feb
Ronald and Nancy Reagan Coin Designs
The United States Mint on Saturday, Feb
Modern Coins – Long Beach Expo Visitors See U.S. Mint Reagan Coin Designs
Visitors on the closing day of the February 2016 Long Beach Coin, Currency, Stamp & Sports Collectible Expo received a numismatic treat. Representatives of the United States Mint displayed the just-announced selected designs for the upcoming Ronald Reagan Presidential dollar and Nancy Reagan First Spouse gold coin. “The official unveiling ceremony was conducted at the […]
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Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee Public Meeting Feb. 16
Pursuant to United States Code, Title 31, section 5135(b)(8)(C), the United States Mint announces the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) public meeting scheduled for February 16, 2016. Date: February 16, 2016. Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EDT. Location: This meeting will occur via teleconference. Interested members of the public may dial in to listen […]
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U.S. Mint To Hold Design Competition for 2018 World War I Commemorative Coins
Richard M. Nixon and Gerald R. Ford Presidential Dollar Designs
2016 Mark Twain Commemorative Coin Designs Revealed
Designs for next year’s Mark Twain Commemorative Coins were unveiled today, Nov
U.S. Mint Shares Final Mark Twain Commemorative Coin Designs
U.S. Mint Shares Designs for 2016 National Park Service Commemoratives
2018 Native American $1 Coin Designs Depict Jim Thorpe
Jim Thorpe will be honored on the Native American $1 Coin for 2018, recently published candidate designs reveal
2017 Native American $1 Coin Designs Depict Sequoyah
Thirteen proposed designs for the 2017 Native American $1 Coin went under the microscope, but the two panels reviewing them didn’t agree on which one was best
The CCAC’s Complete October Design Recommendations
Last week, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee made several recommendations for designs we can expect to see issued on coins and medals over the next few years.
Two more Native American tribes will get their proposed Code Talkers medals recognizing service to the United States during World War I and World War II: the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe of New York and Pueblo of Laguna of New Mexico
2017 America the Beautiful Program Design Candidates
The Citizen’s Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) is meeting this week in Washington, D.C
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Quarter Design Candidates Released
By CoinWeek News Staff…. The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) has released candidate designs for the 2017 George Rogers Clark National Historical Park America the Beautiful Quarter, which represents the State of Indiana. The designs will be reviewed and discussed at the CCAC’s upcoming public meeting, which takes place on Wednesday, October 7, from 10:30am […]
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Design Candidates for Upcoming Native American $1 Coins
By CoinWeek News Staff…. The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) has released candidate designs for the 2017 and 2018 Native American $1 coins. The designs will be reviewed and discussed at the CCAC’s upcoming public meeting, which takes place on Wednesday, October 7, from 10:30am until 4:15pm Eastern Standard Time (EST), and Thursday, October 8, […]
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Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee Meets Oct. 7-8
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day public meeting starting 10:30 a.m. (ET) Wednesday, October 7, 2015, and continuing at 9 a.m. Thursday, October 8, 2015, at United States Mint Headquarters, 801 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20220. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility […]
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65th Infantry Regiment “Borinqueneers” Congressional Gold Medal Design Candidates
Under Public Law 113-120, a Congressional Gold Medal was authorized to be awarded to the 65th Infantry Regiment, known as the “Borinqueneers”, in recognition of its pioneering military service, devotion to duty, and many acts of valor in the face of adversity. This Puerto Rican regiment of the United States Army participated in World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the most recent conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq, and in other overseas contingency operations
Foot Soldiers of the Selma to Montgomery March Congressional Gold Medal Design Candidates
Under Public Law 114-5, a Congressional Gold Medal will be awarded to the Foot Soldiers who participated in Bloody Sunday, Turnaround Tuesday, or the final Selma to Montgomery Voting Rights March in March 1965, which served as a catalyst for the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
The United States Mint recently released the design candidates for the obverse and reverse of the medal
Nancy Reagan First Spouse Gold Coin Design Candidates
The United States Mint has released the design candidate images for the 2016 Nancy Reagan First Spouse Gold Coin. This should represent the final release of the series honoring the former First Spouses of the United States of America
2015 National Park Service Commemorative Coins Design Candidates
Next year, a commemorative coin program will recognize the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service.
The program was authorized under section 3055 of Public Law 113-291 and provides for the minting and issuance of up to 100,000 $5 gold coins, 500,000 silver dollars, and 750,000 clad half dollars
2016 Reagan Dollar Design Recommended by CCAC and CFA
Design recommendations have been voiced for the 2016 Presidential $1 Coin honoring Ronald Reagan, the 40th President of the United States
Monuments Men & Rosebud Sioux Tribe Congressional Gold Medal Design Recommendations
This post will complete the series showcasing the design recommendations of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) and the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) for upcoming United States Mint coins and medals. At separate meetings held last month, each group reviewed design candidates provided by the United States Mint for two Congressional Gold Medals
CCAC and CFA Design Recommendation for Ronald Reagan Presidential Dollar
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) and Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) each provided the same design recommendation for the upcoming 2016 Ronald Reagan Presidential Dollar during separate meetings held earlier this month. The United States Mint had prepared eight different design candidates featuring the 40th President
CCAC and CFA Design Recommendations for Mark Twain Commemorative Coins
At separate meetings held earlier this month, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) and Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) reviewed design candidates prepared for the 2016 Mark Twain Commemorative Coins. The commemorative coin program includes a $5 gold coin and a silver dollar
Monuments Men & Rosebud Sioux Tribe Congressional Gold Medal Design Candidates
Completing the presentation of the design candidate images recently released by the United States Mint are the potential designs for two upcoming Congressional Gold Medals. Under Public Law 113-116, the Congressional Gold Medal is authorized to be awarded collectively to the Monuments Men in recognition of their heroic role in the preservation, protection, and restitution of monuments, works of art, and artifacts of cultural importance during and following World War II
2016 Mark Twain Silver Dollar Design Candidates
This post continues coverage of the design candidates recently released by the United States Mint for the 2016 Mark Twain Commemorative Coin Program. Under the authorizing legislation, up to 100,000 $5 gold coins and 350,000 silver dollars are to be issued in commemoration of Mark Twain
2016 Mark Twain $5 Gold Coin Design Candidates
In 2016, a commemorative coin program will honor American author and humorist Samuel Clemens, better known to the world as Mark Twain. The program will include $5 gold coins and silver dollars with designs emblematic of the life and legacy of Mark Twain
Ronald Reagan Presidential Dollar Design Candidates
At a meeting held today, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee will be reviewing and discussing design candidates provided by the United States Mint across several programs. Among these are the design candidates for the 2016 Ronald Reagan Presidential Dollar
2015 High Relief Gold Coin and Silver Medal Recommendations
Design reviews and recommendations are in for the 2015 High Relief Gold Coin and 2015 High Relief Silver Medal, one-year issues planned by the United States Mint based on the success of the 2009 $20
2015 High Relief Silver Medal Design Candidates
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Jack Nicklaus Gold Medal Design Candidates Revealed
On Thursday, Jan
2015 $75 High Relief Gold Coin Design Candidates
On Thursday, Jan
2015 March of Dimes Silver Dollar Design Selections
Yesterday, the United States Mint announced the design selections for the upcoming 2015 March of Dimes Silver Dollar. The commemorative coin was authorized to mark the 75th anniversary of the non profit organization founded by President Franklin D
2015 March of Dimes Silver Dollar Designs Unveiled
Today, Oct 30, 2014, the March of Dimes Foundation and the United States Mint revealed designs for the commemorative 2015 March of Dimes Silver Dollar
Doolittle Tokyo Raiders Congressional Gold Medal Designs
Candidate designs for the Congressional Gold Medal honoring Doolittle Tokyo Raiders have been created and reviewed in preparation for the United States Mint to strike it and produce bronze duplicates
American Fighter Aces Congressional Gold Medal Designs
Candidate designs for the Congressional Gold Medal honoring American Fighter Aces have been crafted and reviewed in preparation for the United States Mint to strike it and create bronze duplicates
American Fighter Aces and Doolittle Tokyo Raiders Congressional Gold Medal Design Candidates
The United States Mint has released the design candidate images for upcoming Congressional Gold Medals honoring the American Fighter Aces and the World War II members of the “Doolittle Tokyo Raiders.” These represent two of the six medals which were authorized by Congress during a one month period during the summer
Pat Nixon and Betty Ford Gold Coin Designs Reviewed
The First Spouse Gold Coin program has been commemorating First Ladies of former U
2015 First Spouse Gold Coins Designs
Celebrating four former First Ladies of the United States, fifty-two possible designs for the 2015 First Spouse Gold Coins and associated medals were recently revealed by the U
2015-2016 American Platinum Eagle Reverse Design Candidates
Completing the presentation of the design candidate images recently released by the United States Mint are the potential reverse designs for the 2015-2016 American Platinum Eagles. The typical format for the series has been to feature the static design of the portrait of the Statue of Liberty on the obverse and soaring bald eagle on the reverse of the bullion versions of the coins
2015-2016 Proof American Platinum Eagle Design Candidates
Thirty-one design candidates for the 2015-W and 2016-W Proof American Platinum Eagle coins have been unveiled by the United States Mint and reviewed by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC)
WWII Civil Air Patrol & Fond Du Lac Code Talkers Congressional Gold Medal Design Candidates
Continuing the recent showcase of candidate designs images released by the United States Mint are the candidates for Congressional Gold Medals honoring the World War II Civil Air Patrol and Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Code Talkers. Under Public Law 113-108, a single Congressional Gold Medal was authorized to be awarded collectively to the World War II members of the Civil Air Patrol in recognition of their exemplary military service and exemplary record during World War II
Fond du Lac Chippewa Code Talkers Medal Design Candidates
Design candidates for the Congressional Gold Medal honoring the World War II service of the Lake Superior Band of the Fond du Lac Chippewa Native American Code Talkers have been unveiled by the
2016 America the Beautiful Quarters Design Candidates
Design candidate images have been provided for the 2016 America the Beautiful Quarters have recently been provided by the United States Mint. This will represent the seventh year of the America the Beautiful Quarters program, which features a national park or site in each state, territory, and the District of Columbia
2016 America the Beautiful Quarter and 5 Oz Coin Design Candidates
The United States Mint has unveiled design candidates for the 2016 America the Beautiful Quarters and companion 2016 America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Coins
CAP Congressional Gold Medal Design Candidates
Artistic design candidates for the Civil Air Patrol Congressional Gold Medal have been unveiled by the United States Mint and reviewed by the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) and Citizens Coinage
2016 First Spouse Gold Coins Design Candidates
The United States Mint has released design candidate images for the 2016 First Spouse Gold Coins. The designs released are for coins honoring the spouses of the 37th to 38th Presidents of the United States, Patricia Nixon and Betty Ford
2015 First Spouse Gold Coins Design Candidates
The First Spouse Gold Coin Program will draw closer to its conclusion next year with the release of coins honoring the spouses of the 33rd to 36th Presidents of the United States. The coins will feature the First Ladies Elizabeth Truman, Mamie Eisenhower, Jacqueline Kennedy, and Claudia Taylor Johnson
2015 US Marshals Service Gold, Silver and Clad Coin Designs
Final designs for the 2015 U
2015 America the Beautiful Quarters and Coin Design Images
Final designs for the 2015 America the Beautiful Quarters have been released by the United States Mint
2015-2016 Native American $1 Dollar Design Images
Last week the United States Mint unveiled reverse designs for the 2015 and 2016 Native American $1 Coins
First Look at 2014 Proof Platinum Eagle Design
While visiting the West Point Mint, I was able to get an early look at the design for the upcoming 2014 Proof Platinum Eagle.
This coin will represent the final release within the six issue design series which highlights the core concepts of American democracy as found in the Preamble to the United States Constitution
2015 U.S. Marshals Service Commemorative Coin Designs Announced
The design selections for the upcoming 2015 U.S
CCAC Reviews Shimon Peres Gold Medal Designs
Designs for the Shimon Peres Congressional Gold Medal were reviewed and recommended during a short teleconference meeting of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) on Monday, June 2,
Crow Tribe Code Talkers Gold Medal Designs Recommended
The Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) and Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) have recommended designs for the Crow Tribe Code Talkers Congressional Gold Medal
Pentagon Fallen Heroes of 9/11 Congressional Gold Medal Design Candidates
This post will complete the series on the design candidates for the Fallen Heroes of 9/11 Congressional Gold Medals Program. There will be three medals awarded which will later be displayed at the Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania, the National September 11 Memorial and Museum in New York, and the Pentagon Memorial at the Pentagon
Flight 93 Fallen Heroes of 9/11 Congressional Gold Medal Design Candidates
Continuing from yesterday, this post will display some of the design candidates for the Fallen Heroes of 9/11 Congressional Gold Medals Program. A total of three medals will be awarded and subsequently displayed at the Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania, the National September 11 Memorial and Museum in New York, and the Pentagon Memorial at the Pentagon
2015 March of Dimes Silver Dollar Designs Recommended
The Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) and Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) have recommended designs for the commemorative March of Dimes Silver Dollar
World Trade Center Fallen Heroes of 9/11 Congressional Gold Medal Design Candidates
The Commission of Fine Arts and Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee have recently reviewed design candidates for the three Congressional Gold Medals which will be awarded in honor of the men and women who perished as a result of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
Public Law 112-76 enacted on December 23, 2011 authorized the award of three medals which shall be given to the Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania, the National September 11 Memorial and Museum in New York, and the Pentagon Memorial at the Pentagon
2015 March of Dimes Silver Dollar Design Candidates
Next year, the United States Mint will mint and issue commemorative silver dollars to recognize and celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the March of Dimes Foundation. This nonprofit organization was founded by President Franklin D
Fallen Heroes of 9/11 Medals Designs for NY, Flight 93 and Pentagon
Candidate designs have been crafted for three Congressional Gold Medals to honor victims of the Sept
2014 First Sposue Gold Coins
The United States Mint has recently unveiled the design selections for the 2014 First Spouse Gold Coins. These coins will honor Florence Harding, Grace Coolidge, Lou Hoover, and Eleanor Roosevelt, the spouses of the 29th to 32nd Presidents of the United States
2014 First Spouse Gold Coins
The United States Mint has recently unveiled the design selections for the 2014 First Spouse Gold Coins. These coins will honor Florence Harding, Grace Coolidge, Lou Hoover, and Eleanor Roosevelt, the spouses of the 29th to 32nd Presidents of the United States
CCAC Proposes New Design for American Silver Eagles
Today, April 8, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) recommended a replacement design for the reverse of American Silver Eagles, the U