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Mar 20, 2023, 8 AMNote from Zanzibar highlights Heritage March 23 auction
The March 23 Heritage Signature Paper Money Auction will include the highest-graded note ever publicly auctioned from the country of Zanzibar and it is expected to be a highlight of the sale. -
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Mar 20, 2023, 7 AMMonday Morning Brief for March 20, 2023: FDR steps up
Ninety years ago, the newly inaugurated president of the United States was facing a much bigger crisis involving the nation’s banks. Bold, quick action was required from the new president. -
Paper Money
Mar 19, 2023, 8 AMDutch firm warns of proliferation of euro counterfeiting
The arrival of the worldwide pandemic in 2020 had a negative impact on many aspects of the world's existence but a recent report suggests the nefarious activities of counterfeiters were unimpeded. -
Paper Money
Mar 19, 2023, 8 AMMPC Fest returns, with a new 'National Champion' award
Collectors of military currency and related objects held their first in-person MPC Fest gathering after a three-year hiatus, and the award for their annual contest is newly named for a distinguished supporter. -
US Coins
Mar 17, 2023, 9 AMWeek's Most Read: 2023 Morgan, Peace dollars
Arrival of 2023 Morgan and Peace dollar products remains highly anticipated, and readers also looked at potential upcoming quarter dollar designs and recent auction results. -
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Mar 16, 2023, 10 AMMarket Analysis: Deja vu for this 1874-CC 50¢
A PCGS MS-64 1874-CC Seated Liberty, Arrows at Date half dollar realized $38,775 during Legend Rare Coin Auctions' Regency 57 sale Feb. 23, the exact same price it achieved at auction in 2015. -
World Coins
Mar 16, 2023, 9 AMExhibition displays projection of power by the Tudor dynasty
A recent Metropolitan Museum of Art exhibit centered on the Tudor dynasty of England included numismatic objects that clearly depict the ruling family's desire to portray their absolute power. -
Paper Money
Mar 16, 2023, 9 AMMalayan bank notes focus of March sale by Noonans
A part of the Frank Goon Reference Collection of British Malayan Bank Notes, considered one of the all-time greatest collections of these notes, will be available in Noonans' first Singapore auction, in March. -
Paper Money
Mar 16, 2023, 8 AMUkraine marks war with new commemorative bank note
One year after war broke out with Russia, a 20-hryvnia bank note is being issued by the National Bank of Ukraine to commemorate the struggle and inspire the efforts of those protecting the nation from the aggressors. -
World Coins
Mar 15, 2023, 10 AMPobjoy issues King Tut silver bullion coin for Sierra Leone
The Pobjoy Mint is commemorating the centennial of the opening of King Tut's tomb by offering a “Reverse Frosted” 1-ounce silver dollar bullion coin in the name of the nation of Sierra Leone. -
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Mar 15, 2023, 9 AMMarket Analysis: MS-67+ 1937-D half dollar among finest
Among the finest known 1937-D Walking Liberty half dollars is a coin offered at the Legend Rare Coin Auctions Regency 57 sale Feb. 23 that sold for $14,687.50. -
World Coins
Mar 14, 2023, 10 AMDealer launches new historic coin subscription service
Affordable ancient and classical world coins will be offered through a new subscription service being made available to give collectors an opportunity to learn more while adding to their collection. -
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Mar 13, 2023, 10 AMMarket Analysis: 1915 Pan-Pac half dollar pattern
Legend's Regency 57 sale in Las Vegas included a pattern 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition commemorative half dollar that had sold only a year before. -
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Mar 13, 2023, 6 AMMonday Morning Brief for March 13, 2023: A good start
Early impressions suggest that the U.S. Mint Waitroom, introduced with the March 2 launch of two American Eagle silver dollar products, was a success. Kudos to the Mint and its contractor. -
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Mar 12, 2023, 9 AMNew Burdette book explores into 1940s Saudi gold
Roger W. Burdette has written a new book that delves into the role of gold in international monetary affairs with a focus on the relationship between the U.S. and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. -
Paper Money
Mar 12, 2023, 9 AMArgentina bank note celebrates work of two medical pioneers
A new 2,000-peso bank note in Argentina will be devoted to achievements and accomplishments in science and medicine, with two pioneers in the field to grace the front of the note. -
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Mar 11, 2023, 9 AMBronze medal celebrates life of David Ben-Gurion
The Jewish-American Hall of Fame commissioned creation of a limited-edition bronze medals featuring David Ben-Gurion in honor of the 75th anniversary of Israel's independence. -
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Mar 10, 2023, 9 AMProof American Eagle gold coin sales to start March 30
March 30 will be the start of the availability of limited-edition Proof 2023-W American Eagle gold coins, which will be available individually or in a four-coin set. -
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Mar 10, 2023, 9 AMWeek's Most Read: High interest in Morgan, Peace dollars
The impending release of 2023 Morgan and Peace dollars continues to generate excitement in the numismatic community with details being gradually released as future Mint products continue to hold appeal. -
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Mar 10, 2023, 8 AMWaiting room feature launches with March 2 sales
Customers who wanted to buy products from the U.S. Mint the afternoon of March 2 likely encountered a new waiting room, and Mint officials report success with the feature's implementation.