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Jan 26, 2025, 09:00 AM
Market Analysis: 1798 Capped Bust Right, Small Eagle half eagle
by Larry JewettA 1798 Capped Bust Right, Small Eagle $5 double eagle that is considered the finest known of few examples was sold from the Bruce Sherman Collection for $3,000,000.Jan 25, 2025, 17:00 PMRoyal Mint salutes George Orwell as a man of vision
by Larry JewettGeorge Orwell is commemorated on the 75th anniversary of his death with a series of coins from the Royal Mint in several options, featuring a symbolic representation of a quotation from his writings.Jan 25, 2025, 09:00 AM‘U.S. Mint Coin Classroom’ website redesigned with fresh appearance
by Paul GilkesThe United States Mint launched a completely overhauled Coin Classroom website Dec. 17, providing age-appropriate educational resources for teachers of students in grades kindergarten through six.Jan 24, 2025, 17:00 PMU.S. Mint reveals production costs for 2024
by Paul GilkesThe cost to produce cents and five-cent coins continues to escalate well beyond face value, but the latest report from the U.S. Mint shows production of the other coins remains profitable.Jan 24, 2025, 12:00 PMLast Proof platinum $100 coin in First Amendment series on sale in February
by Paul GilkesThe Proof American Eagle, First Amendment to the United States Constitution platinum $100 coin series offers its final limited-edition issue when sales open Feb. 20 for the 2025-W Right To Petition coin.Jan 23, 2025, 09:00 AMWeek's Most Read: Unique grain token
by Larry JewettA rare token from India gained plenty of attention in advance of its planned sale, and interest ran high in numismatic collectibles featuring the late President Jimmy Carter.Jan 13, 2025, 07:00 AMMonday Morning Brief for Jan. 13, 2025: FUN times ahead
by Larry JewettThe 70th annual convention for the Florida United Numismatists was first on the calendar of major events for 2025 and it ushers in expectations of hope and optimism for many.Jan 10, 2025, 17:00 PM2025 American Women quarters Proof set coming in February
by Paul GilkesBuyers interested in the final Proof set of copper-nickel clad American Women quarter dollars in that four-year program can prepare for the upcoming sale of the product in late February.Jan 10, 2025, 09:00 AMWeek's Most Read: Last year of quarter program
by Larry JewettThe U.S. Mint's 2025 lineup garners plenty of attention as we transition into the early days of the new year, with sales already underway for some products.Jan 10, 2025, 09:00 AM1711 gold 5-guinea coin of Queen Anne soars to $180,135
by Jeff StarckA 1711 gold 5-guinea DECIMO (edge inscription) variety featuring popular Queen Anne exceeded expectations in the sale of the Frank Waley Collection of Hammered Silver and Milled Gold Coins.Jan 9, 2025, 09:00 AMCollector Matthews to sell his Draped and Capped Bust dime collections
by Paul GilkesCollector Jim Matthews has decided it's time to part with the Draped Bust and Capped Bust dimes he has collected for more than 40 years, and the coins will be auctioned by W. David Perkins.Jan 8, 2025, 17:00 PMFox to appear on next series of Canadian $5 notes
by Kevin HarperActivist Terry Fox has emerged from a field of 600 candidates as Canadian authorities' selection to replace Sir Wilfrid Laurier on $5 notes of the next series.Jan 8, 2025, 09:00 AMHopes seen for return of local Alaskan tokens
by Paul GilkesWith a change in leadership at the Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce in Alaska, collectors are wondering if the chamber's wooden token program of recent years may reappear.Jan 7, 2025, 17:00 PMSales begin soon for first 2025 American Innovation $1 coin in bags, rolls
by Paul GilkesSales of bags and rolls of 2025's American Innovation dollars begin with the Arkansas coins on Jan. 7, and the remaining three issues are scheduled throughout the year.Jan 7, 2025, 09:00 AMGermany closes out insects series with rock bumblebee
by Jeff StarckOne of the most common and best-known European bumblebee species, the rock bumblebee is featured in Germany's colorful “Wonderful Word of Insects" series of €5 coins.Jan 6, 2025, 17:00 PMSaturn from Titan coins for Niue now available
by Jeff Starck2025 coins offering the view of the planet Saturn as seen from one of its largest moons are the latest example of silver and gold coins for Niue, and are now available.Jan 6, 2025, 09:00 AMCollectibles featuring late president Jimmy Carter
by Paul GilkesNumerous numismatic items can be found that feature the likeness of the 39th President of the United States, James Earl "Jimmy" Carter, who passed away at the age of 100 on Dec. 29.Jan 6, 2025, 07:00 AMMonday Morning Brief for Jan. 6, 2025: New year changes
by Jeff StarckJeff Starck has moved on after a 20-plus year commitment to "Coin World," and we give him a chance here to say goodbye in a fitting manner.Jan 5, 2025, 17:00 PMBullion ordering for 2025 begins on Jan. 6
by Paul GilkesThe U.S. Mint will begin taking 2025 bullion coin orders in January from the dealers on its authorized purchaser list, who in turn make the coins available in the secondary market.Jan 5, 2025, 09:00 AMGold sovereign collection sale coming to Noonans
by Jeff StarckThe Hammersley Collection of British milled sovereigns will be offered in February in a Noonans sale, with several offerings considered to be among the top examples of the type.