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LATEST HEADLINES
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US Coins Nov 29, 2021, 7 AM
Monday Morning Brief for Nov. 29, 2021: A clearer picture
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US Coins Nov 28, 2021, 3 PM
ANA re-opens library for in-person service
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World Coins Nov 28, 2021, 11 AM
Apex predators from Africa face off on 5-ounce silver coin
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Paper Money Nov 28, 2021, 8 AM
New details arise on 'tonpyo' from North Korea
NEWS AND INSIGHTS
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US Coins Nov 29, 2021, 10 AMMarket Analysis: 1889-CC Morgan dollar sells for $30,000
The Heritage U.S. Coins Signature Auction in November included an 1889-CC Morgan dollar graded Mint State 62 Deep Prooflike by Numismatic Guaranty Co. that sold for $30,000. -
World Coins Nov 29, 2021, 9 AMEarly experimental coin in Sincona sale
An 1869 pattern half sovereign of Queen Victoria struck from palladium and hydrogen brought 12,000 Swiss francs in a Sincona auction sale on November 21. -
Paper Money Nov 29, 2021, 8 AMBank of Mexico introduces new 50-peso note
Bank of Mexico's Series G 50-peso polymer note, issued Oct. 28, features Teocalli De La Guerra Sagrada monolith on the face and Mexico’s rivers and lakes (and a salamander) on the back. -
US Coins Nov 29, 2021, 7 AMMonday Morning Brief for Nov. 29, 2021: A clearer picture
With the revelation that the West Point Mint released 7,924 of the 2021-W American Eagle quarter-ounce gold bullion coins struck from an unfinished Proof obverse die, we now know the coin’s rarity. -
US Coins Nov 28, 2021, 3 PMANA re-opens library for in-person service
After forced closure due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the ANA's Dwight N. Manley Library has been re-opened for in-person services in Colorado Springs. -
World Coins Nov 28, 2021, 11 AMApex predators from Africa face off on 5-ounce silver coin
A new coin for Niue showcase the apex predators of Africa, beasts that are so designated because they sit at the top of the food chain without natural predators, like the lion and the hyena. -
Paper Money Nov 28, 2021, 8 AMNew details arise on 'tonpyo' from North Korea
What were once thought to be foreign currency vouchers from North Korea are now reported to be emergency money coupons, issued because of inability to issue bank notes. -
US Coins Nov 27, 2021, 11 AMCongress approves gold medal for servicemembers killed in Afghanistan exit
H.R. 5142, which calls for a congressional gold medal to posthumously recognize the 13 servicemembers who perished in Afghanistan on Aug. 26, 2021, is headed to the White House. -
Paper Money Nov 27, 2021, 8 AMChinese notes focus of Dec. 7 auction planned by AIA
Chinese bank notes from the Lucerne Collection will be featured in a 612-lot, two-session public auction by Archives International Auctions LLC to begin on Dec. 7. -
US Coins Nov 26, 2021, 1 PMCoast Guard medal bringing premiums on secondary market
Currently unavailable from the U.S. Mint, the Matte Finish U.S. Coast Guard 2.5-ounce .999 fine silver medal has hit the secondary market and prices are seen well above the original $160 price.
AUCTION LIBRARY
Browse our wide-ranging collection of auction catalogs previewing the rare coin and paper money lots being offered at upcoming sales. Auctions range from smaller, one-day sales as well as those associated with multi-night auctions during major numismatic
conventions.
On November 30, 2021, Nomos AG in Zürich, Switzerland will feature a very select group of 364 lots of ancient Celtic, Greek, Roman, Byzantine and early modern coins, as well as some fine 16th-18th century medals. The ancient coins are replete with
wonderful provenances such as Gillet, Jameson, Niggeler, Pozzi, de Sartiges, Benson as well as some of the great auctions from the early 20th centrury. Noteworthy is a wonderful collection of exceptional gold coins from the Greek and Roman
periods. In addition, medals from the 16th through 18th century, end the sale. This latter group includes a private collection of Dutch 17th century engraved medals of exceptional rarity many being unique.
COIN WORLD PODCAST
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from casual collector to seasoned investor and everyone in between. It’s essential listening for those who want to get the most out of coin collecting! Start with the latest episode below!
Start Your Collection
How should new coin collectors get started in the hobby?
What are the best ways to store coins and currency?
What is a mule error coin and what are the most famous examples?
Coin History
What is the Saddle Ridge Hoard and why was it such big news?
San Francisco Mint enters coin production during Gold Rush era
