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Feb 6, 2025, 17:00 PM
Several gold medal bills reintroduced in 119th Congress
by Paul Gilkes, Senior EditorWildlands firefighters, a 1980 ice hockey team, and various other worthies overlooked for congressional gold medal honor in the 118th Congress have a new chance with reintroduced legislation.Feb 6, 2025, 09:54 AMWeek's Most Read: Mint profits from higher denominations
by Larry JewettReaders show continued interest in the annual report that determined production costs at the U.S. Mint and investigated profit and loss areas for the bureau's activity.Feb 5, 2025, 17:00 PMLong Beach Expo only in February
by StaffIn a strategic adjustment to its 2025 schedule the Long Beach Expo will pause its June and September shows, focusing exclusively on delivering an exceptional February event.Feb 5, 2025, 13:00 PMFinest known 1794 Flowing Hair dollar gets upgrade
by Larry Jewett, Editorial DirectorA 1794 Flowing Hair silver dollar, sold at auction “raw” as Gem Brilliant Uncirculated by Stack’s in 1995, upon being closely examined by experts at CAC Grading is certified as Mint State 67.Feb 3, 2025, 09:00 AMMint seeks input on future youth-sports quarter dollars
by Paul Gilkes, Senior EditorUnder Public Law 116 - 330: Circulating Collectible Coin Redesign Act of 2020, the U.S. Mint is now contemplating quarter dollar designs related to youth sports for 2027 through 2030.Jan 31, 2025, 09:00 AMMcKinley silver presidential medal planned for spring 2025
by Paul GilkesThe United States Mint's presidential silver medal series continues in 2025 with a spring release planned for the William McKinley medal, duplicating Charles E. Barber's 1901 designs.Jan 30, 2025, 09:00 AMWeek's Most Read: Production costs for U.S. coins
by Larry JewettThe latest report on costs associated with production at the U.S. Mint facilities didn't offer any surprises when showing that certain coins cost much more to make than their face value.Jan 30, 2025, 09:00 AMTrump inaugural medal based on 1957 design
by Paul GilkesMedalcraft is charged with executing medals honoring the inauguration of Donald J. Trump as 47th president of the United States, and bronze examples are to be offered by the inaugural committee.Jan 29, 2025, 17:00 PMOlympic medals offered in sale includes 1904 gold winner
by Coin World StaffRR Auction offered a number of items from past Olympic games during a recent sale, with a gold medal from the first Olympics on U.S. soil leading the way, selling for $545,371.Jan 29, 2025, 09:00 AMMarket Analysis: Proof 1884 Trade dollar
by Larry JewettOne of only 10 known examples of the Proof 1884 Trade dollar was part of the Bruce Sherman Collection that was sold by Heritage in January, bringing a final price of $1.14 million.Jan 28, 2025, 17:00 PMRenewed bill for gold medal joins legislation seeking more honor for Rosies
by Paul GilkesTwo pieces of numismatic legislation were introduced separately Jan. 15 in the House, one seeking a commemorative coin program for Rosie the Riveter, the other a medal for the "Miracle on Ice" hockey team.Jan 27, 2025, 17:00 PMGreatCollections acquires Duckor 1927-D gold $20 coin
by Larry JewettA sum of $3.84 million was paid by GreatCollections to acquire the Duckor example of the 1927-D gold $20 double eagle, a high grade coin seldom seen on the open market.Jan 27, 2025, 12:00 PMMarket Analysis: Proof 1894-S Barber dime
by Larry JewettA Proof 1894-S Barber dime sold by Heritage Auctions in the first part of the Bruce Sherman Collection in January realized $2.16 million, a new record.Jan 27, 2025, 07:00 AMMonday Morning Brief for Jan. 27, 2025: No MLK commemorative yet?
by Larry JewettDespite the efforts made by legislators over 20 years ago there is no commemorative coin honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, despite other non-numismatic honors galore.Jan 26, 2025, 09:00 AMMarket Analysis: 1798 Capped Bust Right, Small Eagle half eagle
by Larry JewettA 1798 Capped Bust Right, Small Eagle $5 double eagle that is considered the finest known of few examples was sold from the Bruce Sherman Collection for $3,000,000.Jan 25, 2025, 09:00 AM‘U.S. Mint Coin Classroom’ website redesigned with fresh appearance
by Paul GilkesThe United States Mint launched a completely overhauled Coin Classroom website Dec. 17, providing age-appropriate educational resources for teachers of students in grades kindergarten through six.Jan 24, 2025, 17:00 PMU.S. Mint reveals production costs for 2024
by Paul GilkesThe cost to produce cents and five-cent coins continues to escalate well beyond face value, but the latest report from the U.S. Mint shows production of the other coins remains profitable.Jan 23, 2025, 09:00 AMWeek's Most Read: Unique grain token
by Larry JewettA rare token from India gained plenty of attention in advance of its planned sale, and interest ran high in numismatic collectibles featuring the late President Jimmy Carter.Jan 13, 2025, 07:00 AMMonday Morning Brief for Jan. 13, 2025: FUN times ahead
by Larry JewettThe 70th annual convention for the Florida United Numismatists was first on the calendar of major events for 2025 and it ushers in expectations of hope and optimism for many.Jan 10, 2025, 17:00 PM2025 American Women quarters Proof set coming in February
by Paul GilkesBuyers interested in the final Proof set of copper-nickel clad American Women quarter dollars in that four-year program can prepare for the upcoming sale of the product in late February.NEWS-
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