Scammers usually avoid telling victims to buy government‑issued gold coins like American Eagles. Instead, they prefer generic gold bars, which are harder to trace and easier to steal, making them more attractive for fraud schemes.

A numismatist investigates unusual mint mark placements on an 1877‑S Coronet quarter eagle, uncovering multiple die‑based position variations. Though not recognized varieties, the differences intrigue collectors and highlight overlooked minting nuances.

Kagin’s is offering fractional digital ownership of the 64‑pound “Eureka Bar,” a major gold ingot recovered from the 1857 S.S. Central America wreck. The $6.5M offering uses blockchain to secure shares for accredited investors.

A proposed gold $2.50 coin featuring Donald Trump was reviewed by the Commission of Fine Arts, despite laws barring living persons on U.S. currency. Congress is considering a bill requiring Liberty, not Trump, on the obverse

Collector Anatoly Omelchenko discovered a rare 1983 Lincoln cent struck on an underweight defective bronze planchet. Initially missed by NGC, PCGS later confirmed the mint error, and experts believe the coin may be worth several thousand dollars.

Proof 1776–2026 American Eagle gold coins saw strong first‑day sales despite gold topping $5,000/oz. High pricing, special 250th‑anniversary privy marks, and updated anti‑counterfeiting features highlight this one‑year collectible issue.

The CCAC endorsed 2027 Working Dog commemorative coin designs honoring therapy, service, and K‑9 dogs across gold, silver, and clad coins, with surcharges supporting America’s VetDogs and their service‑animal training mission.

A well‑preserved "Black Eagle" Series 1899 $1 silver certificate from the historic Grinnell Collection, graded Choice Uncirculated 64 EPQ, drew strong interest and sold for $5,040 in the Feb. 25–26 Stack’s Bowers auction.

The Perth Mint’s 2026 Tuvalu Proof silver dollar features a full‑color design of Australia’s giant centipede. This limited 1‑ounce coin includes detailed imagery, a King Charles III effigy, and comes with a certificate, display case, and 2,500‑coin mintage.

A rare silver winner’s medal from the 1896 Athens Olympics sold for $180,690, far above estimate. Engraved by Jules-Clément Chaplain, the historic piece features Zeus and Nike and is considered a standout item in Olympic memorabilia.

First-day sales of the 2026‑W Proof American Eagle, Declaration of Independence platinum $100 coin reached 1,577 of the 15,000-coin mintage limit. Priced at $2,645, its new obverse and reverse designs begin the Charters of Freedom series.

The U.S. Mint will release the second 2026 Semiquincentennial quarter on March 27, featuring a Revolutionary War design. Limited rolls and bags from Philadelphia and Denver Mints will be offered following quick sellouts of the first release.

The collectible paper money market remains strong, with high‑end notes, gold certificates, and rare national bank notes commanding significant prices. Overall demand is steady as collectors prioritize rarity, grading, and historical appeal.

A Proof silver medal using designs from the 1782 Libertas Americana medal was struck for the Super Bowl LX coin toss and later donated to the Smithsonian, highlighting the nation’s 250th anniversary and the medal’s historic Revolutionary War symbolism.

Florida lawmakers are advancing bills to implement 5‑cent rounding for retail transactions as pennies leave circulation. The proposals outline rounding rules, tax calculation methods, and consumer protection provisions.

U.S. Mint Director Paul Hollis will participate in the 2026ANA National Money Show in Savannah, with his first ribbon‑cutting ceremony as the 41st Mint director. The Mint will debut new products, including the 2026 Proof American Eagle silver dollar and the 2026 Congratulations Set.

The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts has endorsed a Pegasus-themed obverse and an eagle‑on‑fist reverse for the 2027 American Liberty high‑relief gold coin and companion silver medal.

Citizen journalist Nick Shirley is the focus of a measure calling for a congressional gold medal for Shirley's acts of patriotism, according to one U.S. representative.

The high cost of silver on the spot market has led the United States Mint to raise the prices on products made of the precious metal.

The first issues of circulating coins as part of the nation's celebration of its 250th anniversary will be newly designed dimes, quarter dollars and half dollars.