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Nov 2, 2020, 09:00 AM
Circulating Russian 25-ruble coin salutes health workers
Health care workers globally have stepped into action during the global pandemic and Russian authorities are recognizing the efforts in their country by issuing a commemorative 25-ruble coin. -
Oct 31, 2020, 09:00 AM
New Australian firefighters coin with color enters circulation
Australia has endured natural disasters of late that have required heroic efforts from firefighters and the Royal Australian Mint has developed a circulating $2 coin in their honor. -
Oct 27, 2020, 11:00 AM
Lessons can be found in interpreting Islamic coins
The unique writing on Islamic coins may baffle many collectors, but some stories the coins can tell are worth the extra effort to understand the inscriptions. -
Oct 27, 2020, 08:00 AM
Coin series from Peru celebrates bicentennial
Peru's new nine-coin Builders of the Republic circulating commemorative series marks the bicentennial of freedom from colonial rule and begins with a 2020 coin honoring Juan Pablo Vizcardo y Guzmán. -
Oct 25, 2020, 10:15 AM
Canada issues dollar for UN 75th anniversary milestone
The RCM honors the creation of the United Nations 75 years ago by issuing Canada's first circulating colorized dollar coin, with the desin also available in a plain version. -
Oct 24, 2020, 10:00 AM
UK launches new coin marking diversity with educational kits
The United Kingdom is issuing multiple versions of a 50-penny coin that celebrates diversity, and some of the 10 million coins issued will be included in educational packs for schoolchildren. -
Oct 22, 2020, 17:00 PM
Five-ounce silver $8 coin features Lunar Zodiac race
A 2021 5-ounce .999 fine silver $8 coin from Niue tells the story of the Great Lunar Zodiac Race, which involves cunning, speed, strategy, and most of all, drama. -
Oct 19, 2020, 10:30 AM
Fiji gives children colorful 50-cent coin to mark independence
In celebration of Fiji's 50th anniversary of independence on Oct. 10, the Reserve Bank of Fiji is giving each schoolchild in the nation a special 2020 commemorative 50-cent coin. -
Oct 18, 2020, 09:45 AM
Token suggesting 17th century London lifestyle in upcoming auction
A token from the 17th century issued by the Mermaid Tavern, a popular London gathering spot, will be offered for auction in November in Very Fine condition. -
Oct 16, 2020, 12:15 PM
1713 gold ‘Royal’ from 1715 Plate Fleet wreck in Sedwick auction
A Spanish colonial 1713-MXO J gold 8-escudo Royal coin with documented provenance to the famed 1715 Plate Fleet wreck highlights Daniel Frank Sedwick LLC’s Treasure Auction 28 on Nov. 17. -
Oct 14, 2020, 10:00 AM
18th century Hungarian gold coin tells a pair of stories
An 18th century Hungarian gold coin offers both the story of St. George and the legendary slaying of the dragon along with a Biblical scene of Jesus and his disciples in rough seas. -
Oct 14, 2020, 09:30 AM
Market Analysis: A powerful portrait of Emperor Nero on aureus
The representation of Nero found on this gold aureus, purchased for $25,000 at a September sale, gives an impression of power that marked the reign of the emperor. -
Oct 14, 2020, 08:30 AM
Royal Mint begins issuing Winnie the Pooh 50-penny with multiple designs
The lovable Winnie the Pooh and his friends will make appearances on the Royal Mint's limited-edition 50-penny collector coins, three per year for 2020 through 2022, available in color or plain. -
Oct 13, 2020, 08:00 AM
Market Analysis: Curly-hair and a beard on Hadrian portrait
A coin of Hadrian, whose appearance differed greatly from previous Roman emperors, was featured in a recent Classical Numismatic Group auction with a selling price of $6,000. -
Oct 12, 2020, 09:00 AM
Pandemic restrictions lead to January 2021 NYINC cancellation
The New York International Numismatic Convention that was scheduled for January 2021 is canceled, but auction companies expect to proceed with their sales. -
Oct 9, 2020, 18:00 PM
Market Analysis: Handsome Roman gold coins highlight sale
Classic Numismatic Group's September auction provided a showcase for Imperial Roman gold coins that included well-documented examples that brought favorable sales results. -
Oct 9, 2020, 10:24 AM
Euro residents offering views on future of small denomination coins
The 1-cent and 2-cent coinage of the eurozone could be eliminated as the European Commission assesses their usefulness and seeks residents' opinions on the future status of the coins. -
Oct 9, 2020, 09:30 AM
Royal Mint launches new bullion coin technology for 2021
The Royal Mint offers innovative security features on 2021 Britannia gold and silver coins, allowing visual authentication, to combat counterfeiting of its high demand bullion products. -
Oct 6, 2020, 08:00 AM
Russian history lesson found in 1741 bronze medal in Sincona auction
A bronze medal to commemorate Russia's Elizabeth I and her ascension to the throne in 1741 serves as a portal to a lesson that reflects upon the times and her place in history. -
Oct 2, 2020, 13:00 PM
Royal Mint considers production stop on two denominations
UK circulating 2-penny and £2 coins will not be produced at the Royal Mint for the next 10 years, as a recent government audit finds an oversupply of the coins paired with falling demand.
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