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12/03/2021

Early gold coins at Regency 49 auction

Steve Roach

Legend Rare Coin Auctions’ Regency 49 sale has a large group of gold coins including two from 1796. Full Story

12/03/2021

Circulating coinage production totals fall for 2021

Paul Gilkes

Production in calendar year 2021 at the Philadelphia Mint and Denver Mint of circulating and circulation-quality coinage is running slightly below that for calendar year 2020. Full Story

US Coins

12/03/2021

‘Big Three’ rarities sell on Thanksgiving

William T. Gibbs

Three of the most famous U.S. coins — an 1804 Draped Bust dollar, an 1894-S Barber dime and a 1913 Liberty Head 5-cent coin — were sold as a group in a private transaction brokered on Nov. 25 at a price of $13.35 million. Full Story

2021-W American Eagle, Reverse of 2021 gold quarter-ounce

US Coins

11/19/2021

More 2021-W American Eagle gold bullion errors selling in auctions

Paul Gilkes

After an initial round of auctions shortly after its discovery, more auctions of the error 2021-W American Eagle, Reverse of 2021 quarter-ounce gold coins are bringing high prices, with more scheduled. Full Story

US Coins

11/19/2021

Women’s Suffrage Centennial medal in bronze awaits production

Paul Gilkes

The U.S. Mint still plans to strike for sale a Proof 1.5-inch bronze version of its 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial silver medal, but COVID-19 snarled the schedule and the Mint is catching up. Full Story

US Coins

11/19/2021

1870-CC double eagle brings $1.62 million in Heritage sale

Steve Roach

The Prestwick Collection of Carson City Mint Coins came to the Heritage sale in November, topped by an 1870-CC Coronet gold $20 double eagle that set a sales record at $1.62 million. Full Story

LATEST HEADLINES

US Coins Dec 8, 2021, 10 AM

Sales near end for 2021 commemoratives
Paper Money Dec 8, 2021, 10 AM

Azerbaijan note celebrates 2020 conflict over disputed lands
US Coins Dec 7, 2021, 3 PM

Rob Oberth and the Season of Giving
World Coins Dec 6, 2021, 8 AM

Royal Mint announces 50-penny coin fit for a queen

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NEWS AND INSIGHTS

World Coins Dec 8, 2021, 3 PM

Australian error coins in 128th Noble auction

Error coins sold in Noble Numismatics' auction in Sydney, Australia, in November were primarily Australian pieces but included New Zealand, Britain and even U.S. coins.

US Coins Dec 8, 2021, 11 AM

Market Analysis: 1921-S half dollar sells for $165,938

A 1921-S Walking Liberty half dollar graded PCGS MS-65 with a green CAC sticker sold for $163,938.62 in a Nov. 14 GreatCollections auction, a marked improvement on its last prior auction appearance.

Precious Metals Dec 8, 2021, 10 AM

Mint sells 2021 palladium bullion coins in November

The U.S. Mint sold 8,700 2021 American Eagle 1-ounce .9995 fine palladium $25 bullion coins to its 13 authorized bullion purchasers, the first palladium sales of 2021.

2021 National Law Enforcement commemorative

US Coins Dec 8, 2021, 10 AM

Sales near end for 2021 commemoratives

Sales for 2021 commemorative coin programs near completion as the end of the calendar year approaches, and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial and Museum program is not faring well.

Paper Money Dec 8, 2021, 10 AM

Azerbaijan note celebrates 2020 conflict over disputed lands

A commemorative 500-manat note being issued by the Central Bank of Azerbaijan celebrates the first anniversary of victory in the 44-day Patriotic War of 2020.

US Coins Dec 7, 2021, 3 PM

Rob Oberth and the Season of Giving

Jeff and Larry speak with Roundtable Trading president Rob Oberth about the upcoming holiday initiatives designed to increase awareness of numismatics and bring a cheerful spirit around the hobby through dealers, collectors and all who find joy in the ways of making the season brighter.

2022 50-penny Royal Mint coin for Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee

World Coins Dec 6, 2021, 8 AM

Royal Mint announces 50-penny coin fit for a queen

To celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee, the Royal Mint created a special 50-penny coin to be issued in 2022 using designs personally approved by the monarch.

US Coins Dec 6, 2021, 7 AM

Monday Morning Brief for Dec. 6, 2021: What is my coin worth?

Determining a coin's value can be challenging, whether one is a noncollector, a collector, a dealer or a price guide valuing analyst. Many factors must be considered when valuing a particular coin.

World Coins Dec 5, 2021, 8 AM

Extension expands import restrictions on coins that circulated in Greece

Coins that circulated in Greece during the Byzantine and medieval periods are the target of expanded import restrictions, though where any coin ‘primarily circulated’ is open to scholarly debate.

2021 New Zealand Middle Earth silver dollar

World Coins Dec 4, 2021, 8 AM

‘Middle Earth’ issues Lord of the Rings 1-ounce silver coin

A Brilliant Uncirculated 2021 .999 fine silver dollar issued by New Zealand marks the 20th anniversary of the Lord of the Rings movie franchise and stars the always precisely on time wizard Gandalf.

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.

Upcoming Auctions

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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 20^th centrury. Noteworthy is a wonderful collection of exceptional gold coins from the Greek and Roman periods. In addition, medals from the 16^th through 18^th century, end the sale. This latter group includes a private collection of Dutch 17^th century engraved medals of exceptional rarity many being unique.

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