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Nov 13, 2024, 17:00 PM
Denmark releases 20-kroner coin for new king
by Jeff StarckDenmark has issued a Passing of the Crown coin to honor the ascension of King Frederik X's who has taken the leadership position after the abdication of Queen Margethe II.Nov 12, 2024, 17:00 PMTanzania shilling note recall coming in 2025
by Larry JewettTanzania will recall its older shilling notes, mostly issues more than 20 years old, removing those long-standing notes from circulation and replacing them with newer issues.Nov 12, 2024, 12:00 PMPeale’s Philadelphia museum medalet collection
by Steve RoachLen Augsburger's collection of medalets related to Charles Willson Peale's museums, collections of curiosities eventually sold to P.T. Barnum, were offered in a Stack's Bowers sale.Nov 12, 2024, 08:00 AMSolomon Island coins to bear King Charles III portrait
by Jeff StarckThe RAM introduced King Charles III's portrait on Solomon Islands coinage, backing the traditional Nguzu Nguzu image on a 2025 dollar coin; a Solomon Islands Central Bank official struck the first coin.Nov 11, 2024, 17:00 PMGold medal sought posthumously for Texas Marine
by Paul GilkesA Texas Marine killed in the line of duty in Iran 20 years ago is the subject of legislation calling for the award of a future congressional gold medal.Nov 11, 2024, 07:00 AMMonday Morning Brief for Nov. 11, 2024: Political impacts
by Larry JewettThe presidential election of 2024 has been completed and the results yield a number of circumstances that have an effect on numismatics including the fate of government leaders.Nov 10, 2024, 17:00 PMArtists invited to Weir Farm National Historical Park event
by Paul GilkesArtists are invited to apply for a monthlong residency at Weir Park National Historic Site, depicted on the reverse of Connecticut's America the Beautiful quarter dollar in 2020.Nov 10, 2024, 08:00 AMProvincial currency circulates in part of Argentina
by Larry JewettAs a means to protest government funding cuts, one region of Argentina has developed its own money that is accepted by some businesses but worthless outside the province.Nov 9, 2024, 17:00 PMCCAC meets Nov. 19 to review year-end report and proposed designs
by Paul GilkesThe Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee will gather via teleconference live on YouTube to discuss matters such as designs for superhero coins and an approved congressional gold medal.Nov 9, 2024, 12:00 PMMint adjusts bullion pricing spreadsheet for products
by Paul GilkesWith the increasing metals market prices for gold, palladium and platinum, the U.S. Mint has updated its pricing grid to determine the cost to consumers for future precious metal coin issues.Nov 9, 2024, 08:00 AMTexas numismatic author gets honorable mention
by Coin World StaffThe International Latino Book Awards group gives honorable mention to the work of a Texas numismatist and author who wrote about El Paso area numismatics.Nov 8, 2024, 17:00 PMBags, rolls for final 2024 American Women quarter on sale
by Paul GilkesBags and rolls of circulation finish American Women quarter dollars featuring Zitkala-Ša, the series' final subject for 2024, are on sale from the U.S. Mint, including 665,000 coins from the San Francisco Mint.Nov 8, 2024, 09:00 AM230th Anniversary Flowing Hair gold dollar coin nears sale date
by Paul GilkesThe sale of the Mint's 230th Anniversary Flowing Hair gold dollar coin is set to begin Nov. 14, with its price, based on the Mint's newly revamped pricing grid, to be revealed by Nov. 13 .Nov 7, 2024, 17:00 PMU.S. Mint website update offers greater efficiency
by Paul GilkesThe United States Mint website now has a new design with several enhancements intended to make the online experience positive for visitors and customers.Nov 7, 2024, 10:46 AMWeek's Most Read: Silver medal interest
by Larry JewettThis week's top stories show readers' continued interest in the Mint's 230th Anniversary Flowing Hair silver medal, upcoming coin designs and a record-setting recent auction.Nov 5, 2024, 08:00 AMJewish-American Hall of Fame medal returns for 2024
by Coin World StaffReversing a previous announcement that the program would be discontinued, a change of circumstance revives the Jewish-American Hall of Fame medal series, and actress Molly Picon is honored in 2024.Nov 4, 2024, 17:00 PMNebraska-themed educational exhibits wanted by CSNS
by Larry JewettThe 2025 Central States Numismatic Society convention will again feature educational exhibits, and the call is out for displays with a focus on Nebraska for the April gathering.Nov 4, 2024, 07:00 AMMonday Morning Brief for Nov. 4, 2024: Think about gift ideas
by Larry JewettBefore we know it, the holiday season will be here, providing the perfect gift-giving occasion to boost a numismatist's efforts with many more options than just the next coin.Nov 3, 2024, 17:00 PMBritish modern mule error submitted for authentication
by Larry JewettA Colorado dealer recently submitted a British Proof coin that features an unintentional pairing of obverse and reverse, a "mule," to Professional Coin Grading Service, where it was assigned a top grade.Nov 3, 2024, 12:00 PMACEF joins SHOP SAFE Act coalition to protect consumers
by Coin World StaffThe Anti-Counterfeiting Educational Foundation is joining forces with others who are seeking to protect consumers from vendors on e-commerce platforms that sell counterfeit products.


















