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Jun 30, 2017, 15:33 PM
US Mint updates details on 2015 silver Eagle output
The information below updates the American Eagle Bullion Note to Editors from the Mint on May 26, 2017, regarding erroneous information released. -
Jun 30, 2017, 11:23 AM
Where'd all those BEP 2013 c-notes go?
Also this week, we look at the CCAC and Commission of Fine Arts split decision, plus a slew of large cents from the Ira Goldberg collection. -
Jun 30, 2017, 10:20 AM
Mint releases Mark Twain surcharges to two groups
The United States Mint is in the process of distributing surcharges from the sale of coins from the two 2016 commemorative coin programs. -
Jun 30, 2017, 10:13 AM
1822 Capped Bust quarter die marriage third known
A new die marriage has been attributed for the 1822 Capped Bust quarter dollar, bringing the number of known varieties for the date and denomination to three. -
Jun 30, 2017, 10:00 AM
ANA holding workshops for Boy and Girl Scouts
Workshops for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts are planned for the ANA World’s Fair of Money in Denver on Aug. 5. -
Jun 30, 2017, 09:05 AM
Belt buckle encrusted with gold nuggets and coins
If you’ve ever wanted an opportunity to obtain a belt buckle fashioned with United States gold coins surrounded by gold nuggets, here’s your chance. -
Jun 29, 2017, 16:00 PM
Olympic participation medals set for auction
Separate collections of participation medals from the Summer and Winter Olympic Games are among the lots in RR Auction’s online sale closing July 20. -
Jun 29, 2017, 13:00 PM
U.S. Mint schedules Ellis Island quarter launch
The U.S. Mint’s official launch ceremony for the 2017 Ellis Island National Monument quarter dollar is set for 11 a.m. ET Aug. 30. -
Jun 29, 2017, 12:30 PM
MS-64 1821 Coronet cent still carries Mint color
Rare above EF, this Newcomb 2 1821 Coronet cent still sporting some Mint red color topped $30,000 at the Goldberg pre-Long Beach sale. -
Jun 28, 2017, 11:45 AM
When a VF-25 example is among the finest known
A Very-Fine 25 example, one of the finest known of a popular variety of 1803 Draped Bust cents, realized $70,500, verifying sustained demand among collectors. -
Jun 27, 2017, 11:22 AM
Official’s medal among prized lots at auction
Among the most sought-after individual Olympics medals are those from the 1904 Summer Games in St. Louis. -
Jun 26, 2017, 16:56 PM
Goldbergs sell 1794 Starred Reverse cent
Large cents counted prominently among the top lots, including a 1794 Liberty Cap, Starred Reverse cent with original surfaces, including verdigris. -
Jun 26, 2017, 16:24 PM
American Eagle with the lowest mintage?: Inside Coin World
In Bill O'Rourke's “Found in Rolls” column, a reader and roll searcher reports a find that is way older than a silver dime — you’ll never guess how old. -
Jun 24, 2017, 08:00 AM
Congressional gold medal designs get CCAC nod
For two congressional gold medals, the CCAC matched the CFA in endorsing designs honoring Filipino veterans of WW II but differed regarding the OSS medal. -
Jun 23, 2017, 12:09 PM
Legislation seeks three 2019 American Legion coins
Legislation introduced in Congress seeks a three-coin commemorative coin program for the centennial of the American Legion in 2019. -
Jun 23, 2017, 11:00 AM
Coin designs receive CCAC recommendation
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee split with the Commission of Fine Arts on how 2019 and 2020 Native American dollars should be designed. -
Jun 23, 2017, 10:30 AM
Classic key dates with appeal FUN sale
The FUN night includes some collector favorites in high grades from the Michael C. Hollen Collection; Hollen was fond of Lincoln cents and Washington quarters. -
Jun 23, 2017, 10:30 AM
ANA Museum Showcase features numismatic rarities
The ANA World’s Fair of Money Aug. 1 to 5 in Denver is an opportunity for a close-up look at some of the numismatic hobby’s greatest rarities. -
Jun 22, 2017, 14:49 PM
Summer FUN in Orlando: 50+ Carson City Mint coins
The finest among the six 1874-CC double eagles are two, each graded About Uncirculated 58 by PCGS and bearing a green Certified Acceptance Corp. sticker. -
Jun 22, 2017, 11:22 AM
Bicentennial quarter dollar on cent planchet in sale
The combination of a wrong planchet and a one-year design type make an error coin offered in Heritage’s FUN summer convention auction a visually striking piece. -
Jun 20, 2017, 10:53 AM
GreatCollections gold commemoratives make records
Professional Coin Grading Service Proof 70 Deep Cameo examples of the 1984-P and 1984-D Olympic $10 gold pieces generated record prices June 18. -
Jun 19, 2017, 11:55 AM
The charm of the Morgan dollar: Inside Coin World
The Morgan dollar's charm and mystery will always captivate the hearts of all involved in the coin hobby. Steve Roach dives deep into their allure. -
Jun 19, 2017, 10:17 AM
CFA recommends designs for congressional gold medals
Proposed designs for two congressional gold medals honoring military exploits during World War II were recommended June 15 by the Commission of Fine Arts. -
Jun 17, 2017, 08:15 AM
Sales for 2017-P American Liberty silver medal
The U.S. Mint sold 30,824 of the Proof 2017-P American Liberty 225th Anniversary silver medals in less than 24 hours after sales began at noon June 15. -
Jun 16, 2017, 12:20 PM
Commission of Fine Arts picks Native American designs
Commission of Fine Arts Chairman Earl A. Powell didn’t like the design for the reverse of the 2019 Native America $1 coin endorsed by several groups. -
Jun 16, 2017, 11:05 AM
Auction firms compete to fill Denver ANA auctions
Stack’s Bowers Galleries and Heritage Auctions have shared duties as the official auctioneers for the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money. -
Jun 16, 2017, 10:52 AM
U.S. Mint oversells gold Baseball commemoratives
The U.S. Mint oversold and overshipped the 2014-W National Baseball Hall of Fame $5 gold coins by more than 100 coins above the statutory authorization. -
Jun 16, 2017, 10:22 AM
Jefferson five-cent turns head: Week's Most Read
A 1926 Sesquicentennial half dollar appeared on our radar this week and gave rise to some interesting questions. Great mix of story lines on Coin World. -
Jun 15, 2017, 12:58 PM
Pastel shades make Wisconsin half dollar desirable
Delicate toning on this high grade 1936 Wisconsin commemorative half dollar sets it apart. -
Jun 15, 2017, 01:00 AM
2018 American Liberty fractional gold 10 dollars
The American Liberty fractional gold coin being contemplated for production and release in 2018 by the U.S. Mint would be a $10 tenth-ounce issue. -
Jun 13, 2017, 13:04 PM
MS-66+? Sesquicentennial half among finest known
The 1926 American Independence Sesquicentennial half dollar in Mint State 65 and finer is seldom seen. More than 1 million were struck but most were melted. -
Jun 10, 2017, 15:18 PM
5-ounce silver quarter dollar 38th issue in series
The U.S. Mint will open sales at noon ET July 11 for the Uncirculated 2017-P Ozark National Scenic Riverways 5-ounce silver quarter dollar. -
Jun 9, 2017, 12:15 PM
Coin mules from two dies of the same side
Among “mule errors,” the coin that comes to mind is a pairing the State quarter dollar obverse and the Sacagawea dollar eagle reverse, but there are others. -
Jun 9, 2017, 11:45 AM
Two-headed 5-cent coin raises eyebrows in hobby
The marketing of a currently unique two-headed 2000-P Jefferson 5-cent coin struck with two obverse dies is generating a buzz in numismatic circles. -
Jun 9, 2017, 11:07 AM
Mysterious 1776 Continental dollar in Spink auction
An example of the mysterious 1776 Continental dollar in pewter is a centerpiece in a June auction by Spink USA. -
Jun 9, 2017, 09:53 AM
Fractional American Liberty gold possible in 2018
An American Liberty fractional gold coin is under consideration by the U.S. Mint for release in 2018. -
Jun 9, 2017, 08:20 AM
Buried copper blows away collectors: Week's Most Read
We reflect on a diverse news week in the hobby, included buried coins, and a unique, semi-modern 1982-D Lincoln Cent. -
Jun 9, 2017, 08:15 AM
Mintage limits for Platinum Proof American Eagle
Collectors will be able to begin placing orders at noon ET July 6 with the U.S. Mint for the Proof 2017-W American Eagle 1-ounce platinum $100 coin. -
Jun 8, 2017, 16:30 PM
U.S. Mint sets price for American Liberty silver medal
The inaugural price for the Proof 2017-P American Liberty silver medal issued as part of the U.S. Mint's 225th anniversary celebration will be $59.95. -
Jun 8, 2017, 11:45 AM
Mint intros Ozark National Scenic Riverways quarter
The official launch for the 2017 Ozark Scenic Riverways quarter dollar was held just weeks after the Alley Spring Mill site in Missouri was under water. -
Jun 8, 2017, 11:15 AM
‘Wholesome’ and plugged Higley copper tops $20,000
Higley coppers were produced from copper from Dr. Samuel Higley's Connecticut mine. He died in May 1737, the year the pieces are said to have been struck. -
Jun 7, 2017, 11:26 AM
1652 Willow Tree shilling from 1711 shipwreck
Found in the wreckage of the HBMS Feversham, a 32-gun British frigate that went down in North American waters in 1711, this coin has some saltwater damage. -
Jun 6, 2017, 09:56 AM
Buried for 230 years, 1786 New Jersey copper hits big
This copper piece was found in the dirt and falls in the category of ‘ugly.’ But it remains desirable to collectors even after being buried for 230 years. -
Jun 6, 2017, 09:06 AM
Model for Sacagawea dollar to attend Blue Ridge show
The Blue Ridge Numismatic Association coin show Aug. 17 to 20 at the Dalton, Ga., Convention Center will feature guest speaker Randy'L He-dow Teton. -
Jun 5, 2017, 11:10 AM
SS Central America reveals thousands of new findings
The June 19 print issue of Coin World dives into the wreckage of the SS Central America, which has recently yielded some impressive coins and gold assay bars. -
Jun 4, 2017, 10:02 AM
CCAC colleagues issue medal for JFK's centennial
Artist Gary Marks has cooperated with sculptor Heidi Wastweet to mark the birth centennial of President Kennedy with a 1-ounce silver medal. -
Jun 3, 2017, 10:00 AM
Rare gold half eagle in Stack's Bowers auction
Stack’s Bowers Galleries will host the official auctions of the Whitman Coin and Collectibles Summer Expo on June 21 to 23. -
Jun 3, 2017, 08:30 AM
Lelands auction features Olympic winners' medals
Olympic winners' medals from the 1904 Games in St. Louis and 1984 Los Angeles Summer Games are coming to auction in Lelands.com's June 30 sale. -
Jun 2, 2017, 13:30 PM
Buzz Aldrin Apollo 11 medal sells in May 25 auction
One of an undisclosed number of space-flown Apollo 11 Robbins medals once owned by astronaut Buzz Aldrin sold May 25 in a Nate D. Sanders Auctions sale. -
Jun 2, 2017, 11:42 AM
U.S. Mint ending mail order option
The U.S. Mint will no longer accept mail orders for numismatic products from customers after Sept. 30, 2017. -
Jun 2, 2017, 09:44 AM
Unique 1982-D Lincoln cent heading to auction
The discovery specimen of a 1982-D Lincoln, Small Date cent produced on a 95 percent copper planchet will be in Stack’s Bowers Galleries’ auction in August.