The finest-known 1803 dime of any variety, a PCGS MS-64 Draped Bust dime offered in Legend Rare Coin Auctions’ Regency 56 auction in Las Vegas on Dec. 8 is estimated to sell for as much as $250,000.

Readers found our preview of the U.S. Mint's 2023 product line the most interesting during the past week but took time to read about some rare Coronet double eagles sold at auction.

The CCAC approved proposed designs Nov. 15 for a congressional gold medal recognizing the Ghost Army, two U.S. Army units that deceived the German army on the battlefields of Europe during World War II.

A pre-production Proof 2007-W American Eagle, Frosted FREEDOM platinum coin mistakenly released by the U.S. Mint realized $232,624.12 in an online GreatCollections sale.

A 1943 Lincoln cent struck in error on a bronze planchet, one of about two dozen known, this one graded PCGS AU-50 with a green CAC sticker, sold for $298,125 at a Nov. 13 GreatCollections auction.

The United States Mint has announced the approved reverse design for the 2023 Native American dollar. The reverse design recognizes Osage Nation prima ballerina Maria Tallchief.

The 1856-D Coronet gold quarter eagle has a reputation as being among the worst strikes in Dahlonega Mint products but an example brought $50,400 during a Heritage Auctions sale.

The fiscal year 2023 budget for the American Numismatic Association has been approved by the board of governors with nearly half of the $6.5 million devoted to supporting educational efforts.

Uneven strikes are often found on early U.S. coins that results in lower quality details that impact value even though few examples of the coins have survived to date.

To honor numismatist and media personality David Lisot, the American Numismatic Association has created a scholarship fund and is welcoming donations that will benefit young numismatists.

Some coins have a reputation for lower quality strike characteristics and a softer strike can often play a role in the final decision on grading and subsequently the value of the coin.

Congress will change following the 2022 midterm election but probably not enough. Both chambers of the legislature need to reconsider how they handle numismatic legislation in the future.

The 53rd medal issued by the Jewish-American Hall of Fame is dedicated to the work of Ruth Gruber, who played a critical role in bringing European refugees to freedom during World War II.

Proof double eagles were among the top sellers at the Stack's Bowers Galleries Rarities Night auction Nov. 1, including a Proof 67 Deep Cameo 1885 example that nearly broke through the million dollar mark.

Planning is key for purchasing Mint products, and more than 80 products are scheduled for release in 2023, with first-quarter issue dates announced and the remainder yet to be made public.

A 1.5-inch bronze version of the American Veterans silver medal issued in 2019 as part of the American Legion commemorative coin program is now offered in the U.S. Mint’s medals catalog.

The Central States Numismatic Society offers educational sessions at its 2023 convention through an agreement with the Newman Numismatic Portal and temporarily suspends competitive exhibits.

A unique 1785 Connecticut copper that was discovered in the 21st century was offered in the Sydney F. Martin sale by Stack's Bowers Galleries and brought $43,200.

Despite its seemingly frequent auction appearances, this 1867 Coronet $5 half eagle pattern listed at Judd 599 saw an increased price for its latest sale.

One of the approximately 20 known 1792 "Roman Head" cents appeared in the Stack's Bowers Galleries sale of the Sydney F. Martin Collection and brought $132,000 in the transaction.