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Feb 8, 2025, 17:00 PM
Candidates sought for ACEF's Kreuzer award
by Larry JewettNominations are being sought by the Anti-Counterfeiting Educational Foundation for recipients worthy of the organization's Alan Kreuzer Memorial Award.Feb 7, 2025, 17:00 PMCollector seeks to refine coinage
by Paul Gilkes, Senior EditorA Missouri collector’s suggestion for legislation, sent to a new anti-waste government department, seeks to end production of the Lincoln cent and the $1 Federal Reserve note.Feb 7, 2025, 15:00 PMMeasures from past sessions return in new Congress
by Paul GilkesLegislative supporters have used the newest session of Congress as an opportunity to bring up measures previously offered that failed to pass, including a pair of gold medal measures.Feb 7, 2025, 09:30 AMAdding Carter coins to Presidential dollar series needs act of congress
by Paul Gilkes, Senior EditorCongress would need to authorize a manganese-brass clad Presidential dollar for deceased President Jimmy Carter and the associated First Spouse, Rosalynn Carter half-ounce gold $10 coins.Feb 6, 2025, 17:00 PMSeveral 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.NEWS-
Subscription options open for 2025-S Silver Proof set
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Military privy marks on 2025 Proof American Eagle dollars
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Mint forecasts cost reductions in FY 2026 budget
Jun 13, 2025, 17:00 PM by Paul Gilkes