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May 3, 2025, 09:00 AM
Stack's Bowers to sell extensive hobo nickel collection
by Paul GilkesA collection of more than 600 hobo nickels will be offered in multiple sales by Stack's Bowers as Candace Kagin makes the decision to liquidate a 20-year collection.May 1, 2025, 10:00 AMFirst sale planned for gold 1945 FDR inaugural medal
by Paul GilkesStack's Bowers Galleries has received the consignment to sell a gold 1945 inaugural medal from the Nellie Taylor Ross collection, marking the first appearance of one of the 10 known in a sale.May 1, 2025, 07:00 AMNo progress on U.S. Space Force medal for series
by Paul GilkesThere has been no known progress on creating a medal to honor the Space Force as part of the U.S. Mint series dealing with the U.S. military.Apr 25, 2025, 09:00 AMFlorida Innovation dollar next for 2025 release in May
by Paul GilkesThe American Innovation dollar series for 2025 continues with the planned release of bags and rolls of the coin commending innovation in Florida that go on sale May 15.Apr 24, 2025, 09:00 AMProof 2025-W American Buffalo due for May issue
by Paul GilkesGold prices on the rise are leading to speculation about the price the Mint will charge for the Proof 2025-W American Buffalo 1-ounce gold $50 coin when it is released in early May.Apr 24, 2025, 07:46 AMWeek's Most Read: Penny production rolls on
by Larry JewettInterest remains high about the cent and the uncertain future it faces, and visitors to the website are keeping a watchful eye on the Department of Government Efficiency.Apr 23, 2025, 23:12 PMNational Coin Week theme focuses on pop culture in 2025
by Larry JewettFor over 100 years, the American Numismatic Association has presented Nation Coin Week, and this year's focus will be on how numismatics is impacted by popular culture.Apr 14, 2025, 07:00 AMMonday Morning Brief for Apr. 14, 2025: Diligence needed
by Larry JewettLegislative action in Maryland is leading toward the repeal of a sales tax exemption on coin and bullion purchases, and it is important to realize that change could come anywhere and any time.Apr 10, 2025, 08:00 AMCongressional gold medal for heroics at Pearl Harbor
by Paul GilkesA mess attendant on duty during the Japanese raid on Pearl Harbor saved lives and took a position to defend the ship, and his actions could lead to a posthumous congressional gold medal.Apr 9, 2025, 17:00 PMPlanchet supply is enough to keep the cent in production
by Paul GilkesEnough planchets are in Mint inventory to produce 2025 Lincoln cents for current Federal Reserve orders and numismatic sets, as efforts toward eliminating the denomination mount.Apr 9, 2025, 07:32 AMDOGE looking into potential changes in Mint operations
by Paul GilkesThe Department of Government Efficiency is impacting United States Mint operations, with 300 positions eliminated and a like number still expected to be chopped.Apr 8, 2025, 17:00 PMDahlonega Mint artifact presented to Georgia library
by Paul GilkesOne of the few artifacts to survive the 1878 fire that destroyed the former Dahlonega Mint is donated to the University of Georgia for display to the world.Apr 8, 2025, 08:00 AMExemption preserved in Kentucky with veto override
by Larry JewettThe Kentucky General Assembly took action to preserve tax exemptions on bullion, coins and currency in the state by passing a new bill and overriding its veto by the state's governor.Apr 7, 2025, 17:00 PMBalmoral Collection of Queen Elizabeth II notes at Heritage
by Kevin HarperOver 50 notes that featured the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II from British Commonwealth countries and territories were sold by Heritage Auctions as the Balmoral Collection.Apr 7, 2025, 10:00 AMSaga of Jan. 6 bronze medals an unfinished story
by Paul GilkesWhile the product is longer be seen as a featured item on the U.S. Mint's website, officials say the Jan. 6 bronze medals can still be purchased.Apr 7, 2025, 07:00 AMMonday Morning Brief for Apr. 7, 2025: Numismatic hoaxes
by Larry JewettApril Fools' Day used to be a time when the rumor started about the U.S. eliminating the cent. That has taken on a new life, but there have been other numismatic hoaxes on April 1.Apr 3, 2025, 16:47 PMGold protected from 'reciprocal' tariff action
by Larry JewettPrecious metals could be escaping the impact of the reciprocal tariffs that were announced by President Donald Trump on April 2, according to the National Coin & Bullion Association.Apr 3, 2025, 12:00 PMWeek's Most Read: Future of San Francisco Mint
by Larry JewettThe possibility of the closure of the San Francisco Mint as a result of ongoing government initiatives in reducing expenses has collectors wondering about the facility's future.Mar 27, 2025, 16:00 PMMichigan organizations to host launch event for Innovation dollar
by Paul GilkesThe Detroit Historical Museum will be the site for a public ceremony April 8 to celebrate the launch of the American Innovation dollar devoted to Michigan.Mar 24, 2025, 17:00 PM2025 Kennedy halves will go on sale in May
by Paul GilkesKennedy half dollars from the Philadelphia and Denver Mints go on sale from the U.S. Mint in bags and rolls on May 6, and the subscription option is open for ordering ahead of that date.


















