The government and treasury of the British Antarctic Territory have issued (27th February) new titanium coins which feature one of the territory’s most recognisible feathered inhabitants — the blue petrel. They are often spotted in the region from the southern tip of South America to Northern Argentina and, of course, near the northern point of the Antarctic Peninsula — part of the British Antarctic Territory
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Pricing for the 2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin Program
The United States Mint is announcing pricing for the 2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin Program as follows:
Coin
Introductory Price
Regular Price
Silver Proof
$51.95
$56
A silver bar walks into a mint
By Gabriel Leif Bellman
A surprise 2017 release from the Mexican Mint comes to us in kilo silver. The first surprise is that the 2017 kilo silver Libertad is the key to the series
A silver bar walks into a mint
By Gabriel Leif Bellman
A surprise 2017 release from the Mexican Mint comes to us in kilo silver. The first surprise is that the 2017 kilo silver Libertad is the key to the series
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
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
Professional Numismatists Guild offers three expert tips to avoid gold scams
Following the recent fraud charges filed by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission against a California gold seller, a trade group composed of veteran precious-metals experts is urging investors to take three important steps before making any purchases of gold, silver, or platinum bullion coins or ingots.
“To avoid paying too much when you buy, or receiving too little when you sell, and to avoid potential scams, investors absolutely must know the credentials of the bullion dealer—not just what the dealer may tout on TV advertisements or with a fancy website,” cautioned Barry Stuppler of Woodland Hills, California, president of the nonprofit Professional Numismatists Guild
Trump and the Fed: Changes may be coming
The following is a courtesy post from our sister site, Mint News Blog.
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
Trump and the Fed: Changes may be coming
The following is a courtesy post from our sister site, Mint News Blog.
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
New anti-counterfeiting technology: Dogs
Dogs are renowned for their almost supernatural sense of smell and have been used for years by law enforcement to solve some of the most complicated crimes ranging from drug smuggling to cold-blooded murder. In 1997, the world was introduced to the first counterfeit-sniffing dog, named Mike, and the concept has rapidly gained popularity ever since
New anti-counterfeiting technology: Dogs
Dogs are renowned for their almost supernatural sense of smell and have been used for years by law enforcement to solve some of the most complicated crimes ranging from drug smuggling to cold-blooded murder. In 1997, the world was introduced to the first counterfeit-sniffing dog, named Mike, and the concept has rapidly gained popularity ever since
Royal Canadian Mint Act authorizes special loonie to commemorate centennial of Toronto Maple Leafs
On June 22, 2017, the Royal Canadian Mint Act authorized the issuance of a $1 circulation coin (the denomination fondly known in Canada as the “loonie”) commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey team. The “Rationale” section of the act states the following:
The 100th anniversary of the Toronto Maple Leafs is an important milestone in the history of hockey in Canada and a momentous occasion to celebrate the passion Canadians have for hockey
Royal Canadian Mint Act authorizes special loonie to commemorate centennial of Toronto Maple Leafs
On June 22, 2017, the Royal Canadian Mint Act authorized the issuance of a $1 circulation coin (the denomination fondly known in Canada as the “loonie”) commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey team. The “Rationale” section of the act states the following:
The 100th anniversary of the Toronto Maple Leafs is an important milestone in the history of hockey in Canada and a momentous occasion to celebrate the passion Canadians have for hockey
Fort Knox opened to civilians for the first time in 40 years
The following is a re-post from Coin Update’s sister site Mint News Blog.
For much of the country, yesterday was “eclipse day
Fort Knox opened to civilians for the first time in 40 years
The following is a re-post from Coin Update’s sister site Mint News Blog.
For much of the country, yesterday was “eclipse day
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
“Past & Present” takes a look how crises have often led to creative porcelain coins
Times of emergency such as war, recession, or other economic crises, often result in shortages of metal. Occasionally, this has led to the use of non-metal materials for coins and tokens, such as the wooden nickels of Depression-era Washington
Perth Mint’s rare $1.8m coin trilogy sold
The following is a courtesy post from our sister site World Mint News Blog.
The pinnacle of the Perth Mint’s long-term association with Rio Tinto and Argyle Pink Diamonds, the Australian Trilogy is an incomparable combination of precious metals and rare, natural, fancy-colored diamonds unearthed from the Argyle Diamond Mine in the east Kimberley region of Western Australia
Perth Mint’s rare $1.8m coin trilogy sold
The following is a courtesy post from our sister site World Mint News Blog.
The pinnacle of the Perth Mint’s long-term association with Rio Tinto and Argyle Pink Diamonds, the Australian Trilogy is an incomparable combination of precious metals and rare, natural, fancy-colored diamonds unearthed from the Argyle Diamond Mine in the east Kimberley region of Western Australia
“Past & Present” takes a look at the success of the 50 State Quarters Program
Here at Coin Update, we’re great fans of the blog “Past & Present,” which is operated by the Stamp & Coin Place. We like it so much, in fact, that we asked them to let us share snippets of their blog posts from time to time
Development of the first U.S. state-run bullion depository is underway in Texas
The following is a re-post courtesy of Coin Update’s sister site Mint News Blog.
Lone Star Tangible Assets (LSTA), an Austin-based firm, has signed a five-year contract with the government of Texas to manage the state’s bullion depository, which will be under the authority of the state comptroller general (currently Glenn Hegar)
Development of the first U.S. state-run bullion depository is underway in Texas
The following is a re-post courtesy of Coin Update’s sister site Mint News Blog.
Lone Star Tangible Assets (LSTA), an Austin-based firm, has signed a five-year contract with the government of Texas to manage the state’s bullion depository, which will be under the authority of the state comptroller general (currently Glenn Hegar)
Hoard of 41 Roman solidi discovered in a Dutch orchard
The Dutch website de Volksrant reports (in a June 2 article by Geertje Dekkers) on the disclosure of a 41-piece gold hoard unearthed in an orchard in Gelderland. Based on certain of the gold solidi—those from the brief rule of Majorian (457–461)—experts believe the coins were buried around 460 AD
Hoard of 41 Roman solidi discovered in a Dutch orchard
The Dutch website de Volksrant reports (in a June 2 article by Geertje Dekkers) on the disclosure of a 41-piece gold hoard unearthed in an orchard in Gelderland. Based on certain of the gold solidi—those from the brief rule of Majorian (457–461)—experts believe the coins were buried around 460 AD
The Coin Blog: A different kind of coin club
Blogger Kendall Bailey, who frequently writes for Coin Update, has some great ideas for breathing life into what many fear is a dying hobby. Last week, we shared his “Real-world ideas for promoting numismatics
The Coin Blog: A different kind of coin club
Blogger Kendall Bailey, who frequently writes for Coin Update, has some great ideas for breathing life into what many fear is a dying hobby. Last week, we shared his “Real-world ideas for promoting numismatics
Real-world ideas for promoting numismatics
The following is a reblog from TheCoinBlog.net, which is operated by regular Coin Update contributor Kendall Bailey
Real-world ideas for promoting numismatics
The following is a reblog from TheCoinBlog.net, which is operated by regular Coin Update contributor Kendall Bailey
A Guide Book of United States Coins: Part 3 of PCGS series coinciding with Red Book’s 70th anniversary
Since November of last year, Coin Update has been following an excellent blog series written by Mike Sherman for PCGS.com
A Guide Book of United States Coins: Part 3 of PCGS series coinciding with Red Book’s 70th anniversary
Since November of last year, Coin Update has been following an excellent blog series written by Mike Sherman for PCGS.com
A Game of Coins
The following is a reblog of a post by regular contributor Kendall Bailey (author of TheCoinBlog), who has kindly agreed to share this article with the readers of Coin Update.
Why are there no numismatic games? I mean, aside from flipping a coin, a total classic by the way, there just aren’t any good games featuring coins
Elsewhere on the Web: Time to Get a Handle on Counterfeiters
In this morning’s post for his column “The Buzz,” Numismatic News editor Dave Harper considers what it will take to rein in the counterfeiters of U.S