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(Virginia Beach, Virginia) — Following a nineteen-year career as Publisher at Whitman Publishing, Dennis Tucker will retire at the end of February 2024
Category Archives: legislation
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
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
Arkansas Removes Taxes on Gold and Silver
By Money Metals Exchange …… House Bill 1718, the Arkansas Legal Tender Act, has become the law in the “Natural State”. Backed by sound money advocates and supporters throughout the state and nation, HB 1718 reaffirms gold and silver as legal tender, as well as ends all taxes on the purchase, sale, or exchange of […]
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Mississippi Ends Sales Tax on Gold and Silver
By Money Metals Exchange …… With the stroke of Governor Tate Reeves’s (R) pen on Wednesday, April 19, Mississippi has become the 43rd state in the country to end sales taxes on the purchase of physical gold, silver, platinum, and palladium coins and bullion. Senate Bill 2862, sponsored by State Senator Juan Barnett (D-34), had […]
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Mississippi Ends Sales Tax on Gold and Silver
By Money Metals Exchange …… With the stroke of Governor Tate Reeves’s (R) pen on Wednesday, April 19, Mississippi has become the 43rd state in the country to end sales taxes on the purchase of physical gold, silver, platinum, and palladium coins and bullion. Senate Bill 2862, sponsored by State Senator Juan Barnett (D-34), had […]
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Mississippi Ends Sales Tax on Gold and Silver
By Money Metals Exchange …… With the stroke of Governor Tate Reeves’s (R) pen on Wednesday, April 19, Mississippi has become the 43rd state in the country to end sales taxes on the purchase of physical gold, silver, platinum, and palladium coins and bullion. Senate Bill 2862, sponsored by State Senator Juan Barnett (D-34), had […]
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Kentucky House Votes to End Sales Tax on Gold, Silver
By Stefan Gleason – Money Metals Exchange …… Responding to overwhelming grassroots support over the last three years, lawmakers in the Kentucky House of Representatives have voted today, March 9, 2023, to end the state’s controversial practice of imposing sales taxes on all purchases of precious metals. House Bill 360 (PDF Link), a sweeping sales […]
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Mississippi Legislature Votes to End Sales Tax on Gold and Silver
By Stefan Gleason – Money Metals Exchange …… State lawmakers of both houses have just voted overwhelmingly to exempt physical gold, silver, platinum, and palladium coins and bullion from the Mississippi state sales tax, sending the bill to Governor Tate Reeves (R) for his signature. Senate Bill 2019 (PDF link), sponsored by Senator Chad […]
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Mississippi Legislature Votes to End Sales Tax on Gold and Silver
By Stefan Gleason – Money Metals Exchange …… State lawmakers of both houses have just voted overwhelmingly to exempt physical gold, silver, platinum, and palladium coins and bullion from the Mississippi state sales tax, sending the bill to Governor Tate Reeves (R) for his signature. Senate Bill 2019 (PDF link), sponsored by Senator Chad […]
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Tennessee Governor Signs Full Repeal of Sales Taxes on Gold and Silver
By Stefan Gleason – Money Metals Exchange …… With Governor Bill Lee’s (R) signature on Friday, Tennessee has officially become the 42nd state in the United States to remove sales taxes from constitutional sound money (i.e., gold and silver). Tennessee’s House Bill 1874 and Senate Bill 1857, introduced by Representative Bud Hulsey (R-2) and Senator […]
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Tennessee to Become 42nd State to End Sales Taxes on Gold and Silver
By Stefan Gleason – Money Metals Exchange …… Both houses of the Tennessee legislature yesterday overwhelmingly passed bills that would make the Volunteer State the 42nd state in the U.S. to remove sales taxes from constitutional sound money (i.e., gold and silver). Tennessee’s House Bill 1874 and Senate Bill 1857, introduced by Representative Bud Hulsey […]
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Alabama Expands, Extends Sales Tax Exemption Involving Gold and Silver
By Stefan Gleason – Money Metals Exchange …… With Governor Kay Ivey’s signature on sound money legislation today, Alabama has become the second state this year to expand its sales tax exemption involving gold and silver. Alabama Senate Bill 13, championed by State Senator Tim Melson (R) and Representative Jamie Kiel (R-18), passed with unanimous […]
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Virginia Bullion Sales-Tax Exemption Extended and Threshold Removed
By National Coin & Bullion Association (NCBA) …… On March 2, Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin signed House Bill 3, which extends the sunset date for the sales-tax exemption on gold, silver, and platinum bullion and legal tender coins to June 30, 2025. Under the previous law, the exemption would have expired on June 30, […]
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What the Russian Gold Bill Means
By Blanchard and Company, Inc …… In early March, a bill was introduced to the United States Senate in an attempt to restrict Russia from selling its gold. The legislation was a collaborative effort from a bipartisan group of senators. The bill has far-reaching implications because Russia is facing the toughest sanctions ever imposed in […]
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Coin and Bullion Dealers, Tell Congress to Support Changes to AML Act of 2020
By Industry Council for Tangible Assets …… The Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 became law on January 1, 2021, and Congress is currently developing many specific regulations related to the act. Several components of the new law that are still to be finalized will directly impact the numismatic and bullion industry, including: Raising the minimum […]
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Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee meets by teleconference June 23
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a public meeting by teleconference on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, from 9:00 a.m
The Process For Submitting a Coin Design
By Patrick Heller
The American Innovation coin commemorating New Jersey. (Image courtesy U.S
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 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
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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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
January 21, 2020, CCAC meeting: End of World War II 75th Anniversary medals and 24-karat gold coin
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New appointee joins Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
Washington — The United States Mint announced the appointment of Dr. Lawrence S
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
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
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
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
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
Bowers on collecting: Suggestions for the U.S. Mint
By Q. David Bowers
Within a few days, I and thousands of others will be in Rosemont, Illinois, attending the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money
Bowers on collecting: Suggestions for the U.S. Mint
By Q. David Bowers
Within a few days, I and thousands of others will be in Rosemont, Illinois, attending the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money
Legislation authorizing 2021 Morgan and Peace silver dollars to benefit American Numismatic Association
Collectors Urged to Contact Congressional Representatives for Support
Coin collectors soon could purchase a 2021-CC Morgan silver dollar and simultaneously support the American Numismatic Association (ANA).
Legislation was introduced on July 15 (House Bill 3757) to authorize production of 2021 Morgan and Peace silver dollars to mark the transition in 1921 from the Morgan to the Peace designs
Legislation authorizing 2021 Morgan and Peace silver dollars to benefit American Numismatic Association
Collectors Urged to Contact Congressional Representatives for Support
Coin collectors soon could purchase a 2021-CC Morgan silver dollar and simultaneously support the American Numismatic Association (ANA).
Legislation was introduced on July 15 (House Bill 3757) to authorize production of 2021 Morgan and Peace silver dollars to mark the transition in 1921 from the Morgan to the Peace designs
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
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
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
Cash makes a comeback
In an article published on June 3, 2019, entitled “Hitting the Brakes on the Cashless Society,” payments risk expert Claire Greene analyzes the pushback against cashless systems taking place in various states and municipalities throughout the country. Greene builds off of the research of Oz Shy, who drew his conclusions from the 2017 Diary of Consumer Payment Choice
Cash makes a comeback
In an article published on June 3, 2019, entitled “Hitting the Brakes on the Cashless Society,” payments risk expert Claire Greene analyzes the pushback against cashless systems taking place in various states and municipalities throughout the country. Greene builds off of the research of Oz Shy, who drew his conclusions from the 2017 Diary of Consumer Payment Choice
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
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?
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By Louis Golino
In 2020, the U
Mayflower Quadricentenary Numismatic Program: Does it matter that it is not a congressionally mandated commemorative?
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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
New appointee joins Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee
Washington — The United States Mint today announced the appointment of Dr. Dean J
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
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
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
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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
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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
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
CCAC October 16, 2018, meeting: 2020 Air Force medal
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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
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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: 2021-2022 Native American $1 coins
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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
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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
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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
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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
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
CCAC recommends a “Scene Within a Scene” for Weir Farm quarter
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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
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On Thursday, September 27, 2018, all 10 members of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) convened to review U
Art, liberty, and innovation: The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee makes recommendations
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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
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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
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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
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Eight members of the Treasury Department’s Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee met at 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
United States Mint lifts the curtain on designs for the 2019 America the Beautiful Quarters Program
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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
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Philadelphia — The United States Mint revealed the official designs for the 2019–dated coins in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program
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
The CCAC unanimously rejects the reverse designs submitted for the 2018 American Innovation $1 coin
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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
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Today’s public meeting of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) centered on the design of a dollar coin proposed to be the first minted under the American Innovation $1 Coin Act
New $1 coin program Honors American innovation
Washington — The enactment of the American Innovation $1 Coin Act ushers in the latest numismatic coin program of the United States Mint. The Act calls for the minting and issuance of non-circulating American Innovation $1 coins for each state, the District of Columbia, and each U
New $1 coin program Honors American innovation
Washington — The enactment of the American Innovation $1 Coin Act ushers in the latest numismatic coin program of the United States Mint. The Act calls for the minting and issuance of non-circulating American Innovation $1 coins for each state, the District of Columbia, and each U
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
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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
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This 2007-D Washington quarter was originally struck on a Sacagawea $1 planchet before being cancelled by the U
We have seen the 2018 low for gold
PNG President Barry Stuppler.
“The reality of a real trade war and its effect on the U
We have seen the 2018 low for gold
PNG President Barry Stuppler.
“The reality of a real trade war and its effect on the U
The Carson City Mint 150th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act of 2018
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Last month, Representative Mark Amodei (R-NV) introduced H
The Carson City Mint 150th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act of 2018
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Last month, Representative Mark Amodei (R-NV) introduced H
Warning to coin community about Supreme Court’s interstate sales-tax ruling
The landscape of online shopping changed with last week’s Supreme Court 5-4 decision in the South Dakota v. Wayfair case
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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The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters: Salt River Bay National Historical Park
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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: 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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The end of the trail: The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters
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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 end of the trail: The CCAC and the 2020 and 2021 America the Beautiful quarters
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Article 1 of 7
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
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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
Bowers on collecting: Coins of the presidential administrations — John Adams
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 — John Adams
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
What happened to Kennedy half dollars?
On March 20, 2018, the United States Mint began its sale of 2018 Kennedy half dollar product options which include a 200-coin bag (product code 18KA) and a two-roll set (product code 18KB). These product options possess either the “D” or “P” mint mark, given their mint of origin, and what the Mint calls a “circulating finish” — though they have never been in circulation, and are available only through the Mint’s numismatic sales
Why we should stop minting pennies, or at least make them with cheaper materials
In 2017 alone, the United States Mint produced around 8.6 billion one-cent coins, or “pennies,” as they’re popularly known
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
David J. Ryder confirmed as director of the United States Mint
Shortly after 4:00 p.m
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
Congressman criticizes U.S. Mint for “disappointing and concerning” inaction on counterfeit precious metals coins
Forms to cast fake coins (counterfeit money), late second and early third century. Found in Trier, Germany
Bill Proposes Rosie the Riveter Congressional Gold Medal
By CoinWeek News Staff …. On February 2, California Representative Jackie Speier (D-CA14) introduced the Rosie the Riveter Congressional Gold Medal Act to Congress. The bill (H.R. 4912) seeks to recognize the women who helped win World War II by leaving their regular lives and joining the workforce–often in factory jobs typically performed by men–to […]
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Medal collectors: A treasure chest of new silver issues is coming from the United States Mint
CCAC members Steve Roach, Dennis Tucker, and Robert Hoge in a June 2016 public meeting at the American Numismatic Association’s Summer Seminar, Colorado Springs.
Presidential Medals Start This Year; New Military Program to Begin Soon
Medal collectors—you’re in for some treats! As a longtime collector and student of medallic art, I’m excited about two new programs announced in today’s meeting (Tuesday, January 16, 2018) of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC)
Confused Over GOP Tax Legislation and Like-Kind Exchanges? ICTA Can Help
By Industry Council for Tangible Assets ….. There is misinformation floating out around the dealer community intermingling “like-kind exchanges” and three different sections of the tax code (1031, 1099-b and bartering). The Industry Council for Tangible Assets (ICTA) has produced a white paper which goes into detail providing a comprehensive explanation of each section of […]
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Confused over proposed tax legislation and like-kind exchanges?
There is some misinformation floating out around the dealer community intermingling “like-kind exchanges” and three different sections of the tax code (1031, 1099-b and bartering).
The Industry Council for Tangible Assets (ICTA) has produced a white paper which goes into detail providing a comprehensive explanation of each section of the tax code
Gold & Silver PAC December 2017 e-Newsletter: GOP Tax Bill Alert
By Scott Barman for the Gold & Silver PAC ….. Gold & Silver News From the Political Coordinator The most talked about and most complicated bill to analyze has been H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. While a lot of information has been talked about in the media, there have been many groups behind […]
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U.S. Mint’s response to members of Congress lacks commitment
Acting Deputy Director of the U.S
A response to increasing cyberattacks and wasteful spending: The Coins Act
In the wake of the devastating Equifax breach, which exposed the private financial information of an estimated 143 million Americans, lawmakers in Washington are scrambling for solutions to the increase in sophisticated cyberattacks targeting private citizens. Other attacks like the WannaCry ransomware attack of May 2017 affected almost a quarter of a million Windows users worldwide in over 150 countries, extorting payments in bitcoin in exchange for restored access to important personal files
American Legion, Basketball Hall of Fame commemoratives a step closer to realization
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. (Photo by rizha ubal)
Two bills authorizing new commemorative coinage for 2019 and 2010 made their way forward in Congress last week
Trump and the Fed: Changes may be coming
Most people know that a president able to appoint several Supreme Court justices during his tenure will have an impact on our country that far outlasts their presidency. However, presidents who have the chance to make major changes to the Federal Reserve’s board of governors can also have a disproportionate impact
John F. Kennedy commemorative coin bills introduced
On July 17, companion bills were introduced in the House and Senate authorizing production of commemorative coins to honor the birth centennial of President John F. Kennedy
Louisiana Coins and Precious Metals Bullion Exemption Enacted
By Industry Council for Tangible Assets ….. Last year, the Louisiana legislature, facing a $900 million deficit, held a special legislative session and increased Louisiana’s 4% sales tax to 5%. In addition to increasing the state sales tax, it eliminated nearly all tax exemptions and exclusions–including numismatic coins and precious metals bullion exemptions–for three months, […]
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“Cents and Sensibility” Act reintroduced, aims to convert U.S. coinage entirely to steel composition
1943-D over D steel cent. (Photo courtesy of Stack’s Bowers Galleries)
On April 6, Representative Steve Stivers (R-OH) reintroduced the Cents and Sensibility Act (H
Virginia Becomes Latest State to Pass Rare Coin Sales Tax Exemption
By John Brush – President, David Lawrence Rare Coins …… To paraphrase Margaret Mead, a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can make great change when working together. John Brush of David Lawrence Rare Coins and John Feigenbaum of the Coin Dealer Newsletter–along with lobbyist Stephen Haner and the Industry Council for Tangible Assets (ICTA)–have […]
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Collectors Called Upon to Support Apollo 11 Commemoratives
Preflight photo of the plaque carried to the Moon and installed there by the crew of Apollo 11. It reads, “Here men from the planet Earth / first set foot upon the Moon / July 1969 A
Q&A: Why Doesn’t the U.S. Change Coin Designs as Often as Other Countries Do?
The following Q&A is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers, 5th edition:
Q: Are there any specific reasons why the United States does not change the design of its coins as frequently as do foreign countries?
A: A law enacted by Congress on September 26, 1890, specified that changes in the design of regular-issue U.S
Newly Introduced: The “American Innovation $1 Coin Act”
On Wednesday, September 14, Representative James A. Himes introduced H
U.S. Mint Director Hearing Scheduled, CCAC to Discuss 2017 Am. Liberty Designs
