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Jul 31, 2015, 18:05 PM
Selective collecting: What coins are in your ‘Box of 20’?
The concept of selective coin collecting accepts that for most collectors, one’s budget, space and ability to understand a collecting area in depth are limited. -
Jul 31, 2015, 15:53 PM
Different types of clash marks converge for rare error
A die clash occurs when minimum die clearance drops to zero and the dies collide when a planchet fails to be fed into the striking chamber. -
Jul 31, 2015, 12:48 PM
‘Top Pop’ 1966 Kennedy from Special Mint Set is at $14,85
At a June 28 GreatCollections.com sale, a PCGS-graded Specimen 68 Deep Cameo 1966 Kennedy half dollar from a Special Mint set sold for $14,850. -
Jul 31, 2015, 11:55 AM
Some coins exhibit multiple punches for Mint mark
Prior to 1990, Mint marks were hand punched into working dies, sometimes more than once, using a hand-held punch and a mallet. -
Jul 31, 2015, 11:45 AM
Authenticating Proof or circulation 1880 nickel vital
With a mintage of just 16,000 circulation strikes, the 1880 Shield 5-cent coin is the key to the series. -
Jul 31, 2015, 10:38 AM
1933 gold double eagle case continues as court vacates ruling
Uncertainty continues to surround the fate of the Langbord family’s 10 1933 Saint-Gaudens double eagles. -
Jul 31, 2015, 09:00 AM
Lincoln, Sacagawea come together on error coin at Summer FUN
This year’s Summer FUN show, held July 9 to 11 in Orlando, marked the ninth installment, and its U.S. coin auctions by Heritage Auctions brought $8.3 million. -
Jul 31, 2015, 08:03 AM
Coin Dealer Newsletter gets new owner
The Coin Dealer Newsletter family of U.S. coin and paper money pricing publications is under new ownership, John Feigenbaum confirms. -
Jul 31, 2015, 06:59 AM
U.S. Mint's High Relief coin already unavailable: Week's Most Read
Also this week, American Eagle silver bullion coin sales reached 1,323,500 coins in a single day, July 27, after a two-week moratorium on sales. -
Jul 30, 2015, 13:38 PM
Mint sells 60 percent of American Liberty gold coins in 75 minutes
The United States Mint took orders July 30 for more than 30,000 2015-W American Liberty, High Relief $100 gold coins within 75 minutes. -
Jul 30, 2015, 10:21 AM
1941 'Mercury' dime has intense toning, $7,050 price at Summer FUN
This year’s Summer FUN show, held July 9 to 11 in Orlando, marked the ninth installment, and its U.S. coin auctions by Heritage Auctions brought $8.3 million. -
Jul 29, 2015, 16:27 PM
U.S. Mint High Relief gold coin release is less than 24 hours away
The most recent big U.S. Mint release was the Harry Truman Coin and Chronicles Set with a Reverse Proof Presidential dollar, which sold out in 15 minutes. -
Jul 29, 2015, 11:48 AM
Pricing determined for American Liberty, High Relief gold coin
The price of the 2015-W American Liberty, High Relief gold $100 coin when it debuts at noon Eastern Daylight Time July 30 will be $1,490. -
Jul 29, 2015, 10:30 AM
Mint releases details for JFK Coin and Chronicles set
When the 2015 Coin and Chronicles Set - John F. Kennedy goes on sale Sept. 15, collectors will have twice as many sets as planned available to purchase. -
Jul 29, 2015, 09:58 AM
MS-63 1893-S Morgan dollar goes for $282,000 at Summer FUN
This year’s Summer FUN show, held July 9 to 11 in Orlando, marked the ninth installment, and its U.S. coin auctions by Heritage Auctions brought $8.3 million. -
Jul 29, 2015, 08:45 AM
What numismatic items are in the Smithsonian's new exhibit?
The Smithsonian's new "Value of Money" exhibit, which officially opened July 15, includes more than 400 objects, thematically grouped in five sections. -
Jul 28, 2015, 21:00 PM
United States Mint technical team develops High Relief gold
When the American Liberty, High Relief coin was just an idea, U.S. Mint technical staff were tasked with determining the viability of striking the coin. -
Jul 28, 2015, 17:13 PM
Enhanced Uncirculated Native American dollar in 2015 set
The following was released July 28 by the U.S. Mint concerning the Aug. 24 release of the 2015 American $1 Coin and Currency Set. -
Jul 28, 2015, 06:57 AM
When machine doubling is doubled: Collectors' Clearinghouse
Rotational machine doubling is caused by an unstable die rotating around a central axis after the initial impact. -
Jul 28, 2015, 06:47 AM
Collect Classic Head Quarter Eagles
This week I discuss gold $2.50 quarter eagles from 1834 to 1839 — the Classic Head series. -
Jul 27, 2015, 17:27 PM
Royal Mint reports soaring profits: Coin World Buzz
The Guardian reported on the Royal Mint's rising profits in a recent article online. Coin World has that story and more in its latest Buzz report. -
Jul 27, 2015, 11:06 AM
'Bust Dime Variety Identification Guide' debuts at ANA
Winston Zack, Louis Scuderi and Michael Sherrill announce a new Bust dime book that will be available at ANA. -
Jul 25, 2015, 09:00 AM
Stack family assists NNC: Guest Commentary
National Numismatic Collection has grown from Smithson's first 10,000 gold sovereigns, assisted by many donations including several from Stack family. -
Jul 24, 2015, 15:14 PM
You bought it: Kennedy Presidential dollar coin cover
We like to ask Coin World Facebook fans to share about the numismatic acquisitions they've made recently. -
Jul 24, 2015, 12:33 PM
Smithsonian opens new exhibit of National Numismatic Collection
"The Value of Money" exhibit provides a broad view of numismatics, with objects spanning more than 2,600 years. -
Jul 24, 2015, 12:04 PM
Proof coins in circulation rolls
It may surprise you to learn that I find Proof coins in Kennedy half dollar rolls on a fairly regular basis. -
Jul 24, 2015, 12:00 PM
Counterfeiters target common Buffalo nickel
One of the initial steps in the authentication process is to determine if a given coin is worth enough to attract the attention of a counterfeiter. -
Jul 24, 2015, 09:35 AM
American Liberty coin's potential discussed: Week's Most Read
Coin World is looking back at its five most-read stories of the week, according to reader metrics. -
Jul 24, 2015, 09:27 AM
Changing Proof platinum American Eagle designs appealing
Collectors of Proof American Eagle platinum coins are a small but zealous group, attracted by the annually changing design on the reverse. -
Jul 23, 2015, 14:22 PM
Sheridan Downey mail-bid sale features Bust coinage
Numismatist Sheridan Downey's 96-lot mail-bid sale closing Aug. 12 features United States Flowing Hair, Draped Bust and Capped Bust half dollars, and two dimes. -
Jul 22, 2015, 16:00 PM
United States Mint releases approved 2016 quarter designs
Coins to honor sites in Illinois, Kentucky, West Virginia, North Dakota and South Carolina. -
Jul 22, 2015, 10:44 AM
Saratoga National Historical Park quarter launch November 17
The official launch ceremony for the 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park quarter dollar in New York is scheduled for Nov. 17 in Schuylerville, N.Y. -
Jul 20, 2015, 08:42 AM
Bowers pens new reference on three silver coin series
Whitman Publishing releases first edition of Bowers' book on Mercury dimes, Standing Liberty quarters, and Walking Liberty half dollars. -
Jul 20, 2015, 08:00 AM
John D. Wright named the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award winner
Longtime numismatist John D. Wright will be honored with the American Numismatic Association’s 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award. -
Jul 17, 2015, 10:15 AM
Gold dollars offer collectors three different design types
Following my columns on early American gold coins, this week I discuss gold dollars. -
Jul 17, 2015, 09:28 AM
Langbord 1933 double eagle case rolls on: Week's Most Read
Also this week, a Peace dollar got a price boost from its slab, and Ben Bernanke sounded off on the idea that Alexander Hamilton could be taken off the $10. -
Jul 16, 2015, 14:37 PM
Coin Dealer Newsletter Publisher Shane Downing dead at 47
Shane Downing, editor and publisher of Coin Dealer Newsletter, died June 18 at age 47 while battling colon cancer. -
Jul 16, 2015, 12:06 PM
U.S. Mint sets ordering limit for American Liberty gold coin
The U.S. Mint established a 50 unit household ordering limit for the 2015-W American Liberty, High Relief $100 gold coin. -
Jul 15, 2015, 13:44 PM
Check out the Smithsonian's new money exhibit
Also today, the United States Mint today announced the release of MyUSMint, the bureau's new mobile application for Android, iPhone and iPod Touch. -
Jul 15, 2015, 12:02 PM
United States Mint announces smartphone app
The United States Mint has released MyUSMint, the bureau's new mobile application (app) for AndroidTM, iPhone®and iPod touch®. -
Jul 15, 2015, 11:08 AM
Coin appraisal online book available free to collectors
"Appraising Your Coin Collection," an online book just released by numismatic author Kevin Flynn, is available free online to collectors. -
Jul 15, 2015, 10:54 AM
Tweeting a visit to Smithsonian's National Numismatic Collection
Coin World Editor-at-Large Steve Roach is in Washington D.C. Wednesday live-tweeting a morning at the Smithsonian's National Numismatic Collection. -
Jul 15, 2015, 10:00 AM
Roosevelt dimes a good starting point for sample slab collection
An older green-label PCGS sample slab that contains a lustrous 1964-D Roosevelt dime graded MS-64 sold for a bid of $5 on GreatCollections.com. -
Jul 14, 2015, 17:15 PM
Pattern collections set for ANA exhibit in August
Two superb sets from The Bob Simpson U.S. Pattern Collection will be displayed at the PCGS booth during the World's Fair of Money Aug. 11 to 15. -
Jul 14, 2015, 15:00 PM
Lady Bird Johnson First Spouse gold coins on sale August 27
Sales of Proof and Uncirculated 2015-W Claudia "Lady Bird" Johnson, First Spouse gold $10 coins are scheduled to go on sale at noon Eastern Time Aug. 27. -
Jul 14, 2015, 14:15 PM
You bought it: First Strike 2015 Presidential dollars
An 1896 Barber dime, an 1896 Educational $1 note and an interesting pair of earrings with a coin angle among the purchases made by Coin World Facebook fans. -
Jul 14, 2015, 10:29 AM
Price of 1922 Peace dollar multiplies thanks to NGC sample slab
In a June 3 eBay sale, a 1922 Peace dollar in a Numismatic Guaranty Corp. sample slab graded Mint State 60 sold for $208.99. -
Jul 14, 2015, 08:59 AM
Schwan named 2015 Numismatist of the Year
Carlton Frederick “Fred” Schwan, coin collector and paper money expert, is the American Numismatic Association’s 2015 Numismatist of the Year. -
Jul 14, 2015, 08:58 AM
Mint plans first mobile app
Complete details about its first mobile app for iOS and Android phones are to be released July 15 by the U.S. Mint. -
Jul 14, 2015, 08:12 AM
Classic Head gold coins are survivors
The gold coins minted from 1795 into early 1834 were worth more in melt value than the denominations they represented. -
Jul 14, 2015, 08:11 AM
United States Mint nixes High Relief silver medal
United States Mint officials decided July 13 that the bureau will not produce and issue the American Liberty, High Relief silver medal in 2015. -
Jul 14, 2015, 08:00 AM
Scotsman Auction Co. 2015 Midwest Summer Sale is set for July 24
Scotsman Auction Co.’s 2015 Midwest Summer Sale is set for Friday, July 24, at the Saint Charles, Mo., Convention Center. -
Jul 14, 2015, 07:49 AM
State quarters zip past dwarf planet Pluto aboard New Horizons
Two State quarter dollars made their closest approach to the dwarf planet Pluto on July 14. -
Jul 14, 2015, 06:00 AM
Presidential dollar coin uncirculated set July 21
The 2015 United States Mint Presidential $1 Coin Uncirculated Set will be available for purchase starting on July 21 at noon Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). -
Jul 13, 2015, 16:30 PM
Want to be a better numismatic negotiator?: Coin World Buzz
The American Numismatic Association is providing an Advanced Numismatic Negotiating course in conjunction with its World's Fair of Money. -
Jul 13, 2015, 15:50 PM
Pearlman to receive Farran Zerbe Memorial Award
Longtime career promoter Donn Pearlman has been selected as the recipient of the American Numismatic Association's Farran Zerbe Memorial Award for 2015. -
Jul 13, 2015, 15:13 PM
American Liberty gold pricing grid on Federal Register
The pricing grid the U.S. Mint will use to determine the July 30 sales price for the 2015-W American Liberty, High Relief $100 gold coin was announced July 13. -
Jul 13, 2015, 12:43 PM
1936 Lincoln, Doubled Die Obverse cent in Heritage ANA auction
An example of a 1936 Lincoln, Doubled Die Obverse cent is offered in Heritage Auctions' upcoming ANA convention auction. -
Jul 13, 2015, 12:00 PM
Proposed Breast Cancer gold coin alloy to make coin look pink
The U.S. Mint could produce the nation's first "pink" coin if revised legislation authorizing three Breast Cancer Awareness coins for 2018 is approved. -
Jul 13, 2015, 10:00 AM
What would a 2015 Lincoln, Doubled Die cent look like?
The Combined Organizations of Numismatic Error Collectors of America is issuing a one-ounce silver bar imagining a 2015 Lincoln, Double Die cent. -
Jul 13, 2015, 09:56 AM
Kirk Gorman Capped Bust Dime Collection going to auction
W. David Perkins will be offering for sale the Kirk Gorman Reference Collection of Capped Bust Dimes 1809-1837 beginning in January. -
Jul 10, 2015, 14:45 PM
CCAC to review new Nancy Reagan gold $10 reverse designs August 11
CCAC teleconference Aug. 11 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern to review Mint's revised reverse design proposals for Nancy Reagan First Spouse gold $10 coin, bronze medal. -
Jul 10, 2015, 09:37 AM
Obama to nominate Rhett Jepson as next Mint director
President Obama will nominate U.S. Mint Principal Deputy Director Matthew Rhett Jeppson as 39th director of the U.S. Mint, the White House announced July 9. -
Jul 10, 2015, 08:56 AM
19th century wooden box possibly used for Mint die transport
In The E-Gobrecht, numismatist Paul Kluth examines a 19th century oak box that may have been used to transport dies from the Philadelphia Mint. -
Jul 10, 2015, 08:36 AM
Remembering collector Hank Schab
One of the chief distinguishing characteristics of the Colonial coin specialty is the sense of community it engenders. -
Jul 10, 2015, 08:30 AM
Annunzio critical of coin designs: From the Memory Bank
House Banking Consumer Affairs and Coinage Subcommittee Chairman Frank D. Annunzio was critical of designs chosen for Los Angeles Olympic commemorative coins. -
Jul 9, 2015, 16:11 PM
Government seeks rehearing on decision in 1933 double eagle case
The government contends that it should not be prevented from recovering coins from “the family of a thief” in its latest filing. -
Jul 9, 2015, 15:45 PM
Diagnostics for VAM 189 variety of 1878 Morgan dollar
The Morgan dollar was rushed into production after passage of the Bland-Allison Act on Feb. 28, 1878. -
Jul 9, 2015, 07:30 AM
San Francisco Mint Morgan dollars considered best-produced
1880 to 1882 Morgan dollars from the San Francisco Mint are often seen in high grades, with bold strikes, booming luster and overall terrific eye appeal. -
Jul 9, 2015, 07:25 AM
Gary Marks All About The Art
Oct. 8 will be Gary Marks’ last Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee meeting as a member. -
Jul 8, 2015, 15:53 PM
U.S. Mint opens sales of John F. Kennedy $1 Coin Cover July 16
The product includes two Kennedy Presidential $1 Coins from the first day of production at the bureau’s Denver and Philadelphia facilities. -
Jul 8, 2015, 13:33 PM
Ike Chronicles set and High Relief gold not launched at ANA
Sales for neither the 2015 Coin & Chronicles Set - Dwight D. Eisenhower nor the 2015-W American Liberty, High Relief gold $100 coin will launch during ANA show. -
Jul 8, 2015, 09:54 AM
Mint releases technical details for American Liberty gold coin
The 2015-W American Liberty gold coin will be struck three times, on custom planchets. -
Jul 8, 2015, 06:56 AM
Recently sold 1885 Morgan finest known from mintage of 17 million
This 1885 Morgan dollar graded Professional Coin Grading Service MS-68+ with a green Certified Acceptance Corp. sticker sold for a healthy $39,950. -
Jul 8, 2015, 06:50 AM
Specialized patterns sets in auction
Two of collector and numismatic author David Cassel’s collections will be offered by Heritage Auctions in August. -
Jul 7, 2015, 15:21 PM
Coinage Act of 1834 aids gold output
The first United States gold coins were minted in 1795 in the form of $5 and $10 coins called half eagles and eagles. Quarter eagles made their debut in 1796. -
Jul 7, 2015, 14:11 PM
United States Mint suspends American Eagle silver bullion sales
Increased investment demand forced the U.S. Mint to temporary suspend sales July 7 to its authorized purchasers of 2015 American Eagle silver bullion coins. -
Jul 7, 2015, 13:43 PM
Fourth installment in early U.S. Mint workflow history available
The fourth of five installments by numismatist David Finkelstein concerning the production workflow of the First U.S. Mint is in the July 5 JR Newsletter. -
Jul 7, 2015, 13:34 PM
Kevin Flynn book on top Morgan dollar varieties available
The Top Morgan Dollar Varieties, An Advancement of Knowledge, by Kevin Flynn is now available. -
Jul 7, 2015, 13:11 PM
GreatCollections to auction Hawaii 5-0 VAM Collection
GreatCollections is pleased to announce the auction date of the Hawaii 5-0 VAM Collection, which will be offered on July 26, 2015. -
Jul 7, 2015, 11:26 AM
1883 Morgan dollar notable for its eye appeal sells for $49,937.50
The Coronet Collection’s PCGS MS-68+ example with a green Certified Acceptance Corp. sticker indicating quality within the grade is the finest known. -
Jul 7, 2015, 11:19 AM
Central States Numismatic Society issues tokens with coin designs
The Central States Numismatic Society has issued collectible, commemorative advertising tokens to announce its 2016 show in Schaumburg, Ill. -
Jul 7, 2015, 09:57 AM
No bulk discount for Jacqueline Kennedy First Spouse gold coins
A bulk discount purchasing option for dealers was not in effect for the Proof and Uncirculated 2015-W Jacqueline Kennedy, First Spouse $10 gold coins. -
Jul 7, 2015, 07:10 AM
numismatic lineage from one family
Annual United States Mint Proof sets have a long tradition as gifts for a birth in one’s immediate family, extended family, or that of a close friend. -
Jul 6, 2015, 18:03 PM
Here are the winners of the 2015 ANA Board of Governors election
The American Numismatic Association has chosen three new candidates and six incumbents to serve on the ANA Board of Governors for the 2015-17 election term. -
Jul 6, 2015, 15:42 PM
Boys Town commemorative coins legislation signed into law
The Boys Town Centennial Commemorative Coin Act was signed into law by President Barack Obama on July 6, authorizing the second 2017 commemorative coin program. -
Jul 6, 2015, 13:55 PM
Mint resuming sales of 2015 Blue Ridge Parkway silver bullion
The U.S. Mint announced July 6 the bureau will resume sales of the 2015 Blue Ridge Parkway 3-inch silver bullion quarter dollars July 13. -
Jul 6, 2015, 11:45 AM
Anonymous rare coin donation helps fund Pennsylvania fireworks
An anonymous donor has once again donated a valuable gold coin to help finance Fourth of July fireworks in the town of Zelienople, Pa. -
Jul 6, 2015, 10:56 AM
Celebration of Diane Piret’s life
Aug. 13 reception in Rosemont at ANA World’s Fair of Money, will honor late ICTA industry affairs director. -
Jul 6, 2015, 10:45 AM
Palo Albums announces new business endeavors
Firm purchases German, Dutch stamp and coin collector product lines; view online July 15. -
Jul 4, 2015, 11:00 AM
Nova Constellatio patterns among earliest U.S. coins
Nova Constellatio patterns among earliest U.S. coins -
Jul 3, 2015, 15:53 PM
William Rosenblum sale of Philadelphia Collection closes July 16
The William M. Rosenblum mail-bid auction of the Philadelphia Collection closing on July 16 features a selection of seldom seen Israel paper money. -
Jul 3, 2015, 04:00 AM
U.S. coins capturing history: pen stroke precedes Civil Rights
With the stroke of a pen in 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson made the major legislative step toward civil rights for all Americans. -
Jul 2, 2015, 16:51 PM
Florida coin club’s first medal in 70 years: Guest Commentary
As the Greater Jacksonville Coin Club in Florida nears its 70th anniversary in 2017, it has issued a medal to commemorate recent accomplishments. -
Jul 2, 2015, 14:00 PM
JFK $1 coin and First Spouse medal set on sale July 9
Sales will open for the 2015 United States Mint Presidential $1 Coin & First Spouse Medal Set – John F. Kennedy on July 9 at noon Eastern Daylight Time. -
Jul 2, 2015, 12:00 PM
eBay Confederate flag ban affects numismatics: Week's Most Read
Also this week, a 1970-S Lincoln, Small Date cent was discovered in a roll, and the Proof Jackie Kennedy First Spouse coins went quickly. -
Jul 2, 2015, 11:47 AM
Mint proposed 2.5-cent piece in 1916
What the country needs is a good 2½-cent piece — at least that's what the Mint said in 1916. -
Jul 2, 2015, 11:14 AM
Broadstrike or off-center strike?: Collectors' Clearinghouse
An unconfined planchet that is perfectly centered when struck becomes an oversized coin known as a broadstrike, sometimes called a “centered broadstrike.” -
Jul 2, 2015, 10:56 AM
Goal of bill to change silver alloy in United States coins
The composition of the nation’s regular 90 percent silver coins and 90 percent commemorative silver dollars could change under legislation. -
Jul 2, 2015, 10:36 AM
Expanded research awaits in Mega-Red reference
Just how “deluxe” have editors Ken Bressett, Q. David Bowers, and Jeff Garrett made A Guide Book of United States Coins: Deluxe Edition, the beloved “Red Book”? -
Jul 2, 2015, 10:30 AM
U.S. coins capturing history: Jackie Robinson breaks barriers
Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Jack Roosevelt "Jackie" Robinson broke the modern-day color barrier in Major League Baseball in 1947. -
Jul 1, 2015, 16:54 PM
Here's what the Reverse Proof Truman dollar looks like
Coin World gives you a quick look at what's happening in the world of numismatics. -
Jul 1, 2015, 14:00 PM
Congresswoman proposes Breast Cancer Awareness commemorative coin
U.S. Representatives Carolyn B. Maloney, D-N.Y., and Pete Sessions, R-Texas, introduced in the U.S. House the Breast Cancer Awareness Commemorative Coin Act. -
Jul 1, 2015, 13:59 PM
Truman Coin and Chronicles set sells out in 15 minutes
The 2015 Coin and Chronicles Set – Harry S. Truman reportedly sold out of its maximum authorization within 15 minutes of going on sale June 30. -
Jul 1, 2015, 10:08 AM
June American Eagle silver bullion sales more than double May's
Sales by the U.S. Mint of American Eagle silver bullion coins totaled 4,840,000 ounces in June 2015, up from 2,023,500 ounces in May. -
Jul 1, 2015, 09:00 AM
United States Mint underestimates Jackie Kennedy Proof gold demand
The Proof 2015-W Jacqueline Kennedy, First Spouse gold $10 coin went on immediate back-order soon after going on sale June 25. -
Jul 1, 2015, 08:30 AM
Franklin half dollar has "black and white" effect: Market Analysis
This 'black and white' feature is specific to 1950 variations of this coin and beyond. -
Jul 1, 2015, 08:30 AM
You bought it: Jacqueline Kennedy First Spouse coin
A 1967 Kennedy half dollar and a 1921-D 'Mercury' dime are also among the recent purchases reported by Coin World's Facebook fans. -
Jul 1, 2015, 08:29 AM
U.S. coin capturing history: Edison sparks a new future
Thomas Edison's many inventions helped create the modern world in which we live, so it is only natural that he is honored on a collector coin.