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NCIC Reports Three Separate Missing or Stolen Coin Packages

September 14, 2020 by Clinton

Numismatic Crime Information Center Shield

The Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) over the weekend reported three separate missing or stolen packages containing coins. Two of the three packages contained PCGS graded coins while the third had a raw coin apparently stolen after the parcel arrived having been ripped open. The first parcel was carried by FedEx and was shipped from Australia to New York and has been reported missing or stolen. It contained a1937 Australia Crown PCGS PR66 Ex-Fenton Collection …

Salt River Bay 5-Ounce Silver Coin Sales Begin September 18

September 14, 2020 by Clinton

2020 Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve Reverse

The United States Mint is set to bring its latest 5-ounce silver bullion coin to market. The Salt River Bay National Historic Park and Ecological Preserve America the Beautiful Quarter launched earlier this year and, has been the case for the series, the 5-ounce silver version of the coin is coming September 18, 2020. Sales will begin promptly at Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific. The coin is priced at $178.25 and only 13,750 will be …

Women’s Suffrage Commemorative Introductory Pricing Ends This Week

September 14, 2020 by Clinton

2020 Women's Suffrage Centennial Proof Silver Dollar Commemorative

A reminder to readers that the introductory pricing of the Women’s Suffrage commemorative products ends this week. The introductory prices will end on September 18, 2020 so if you are still considering this commemorative for your collection, now is the time to make your purchase. The United States Mint’s 2020 Women’s Suffrage Centennial Silver Dollar celebrates the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment’s ratification with a distinctive silver dollar coin marking a signature achievement in …

ANA Members Recognized at Virtual Awards Ceremonies

September 21, 2020September 14, 2020 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has issued the following press release announcing winners from their virtual awards ceremonies held last week. The virtual awards honored many from multiple disciplines throughout Numismatics. Normally held as part of the World’s Fair of Money, the ANA had hold the virtual awards ceremony due to that event being cancelled. Numismatics is the study and collection of coins, paper money, tokens and medals, but at the American Numismatic Association (ANA) …

Mint Sales Report – September 6, 2020

September 8, 2020 by Clinton

The United States Mint has released its weekly sales report for the 7-day period ending September 6, 2020. Unsurprisingly, the new Colorized Basketball Hall of Fame commemoratives, annual sets, and bullion products remain key top selling items for the Mint. In total, the Mint sold 5.17 million items in the past week. The top selling item was the 2020 Proof Set, returning it to the top slot for the first time in several weeks. 4,263 …

NGC Expands ASF Special Label to Innovation Dollars

September 8, 2020 by Clinton

2020-S American Innovation Dollar Maryland - NGC ASF Label (Image Courtesy of NGC)

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) announcing the expansion of its Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF) to two more American Innovation Dollar coins. The ASF special label perfectly underscores the Innovation Dollars’ celebration of exploration and discovery. Special submission instructions must be followed. See the “Submission Instructions” section of this article. In 2019, Numismatic Guaranty Corporation® (NGC®) partnered with the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF) to create a special NGC certification label featuring …

Two Bits Podcast Episode 5

September 8, 2020 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association, ANA, has released the fifth episode of their new Two Bits Podcast. In this episode, Doug and Mitch, the hosts of the Two Bits Podcast, discuss silver mines in the Old West and discuss the economic and political forces behind the Moran and Peace Dollars. Join Doug and Mitch for a discussion that ranges from the silver mines of the Old West to the halls of government in Washington DC and …

Happy Labor Day!

September 4, 2020 by Clinton

To all of my Numipeeps who visit USCoinNews.com, a happy Labor Day weekend to all of you! I will be taking the long weekend off to spend time with close (and COVID-free) friends and family. As for us, we will be celebrating our own little Non-Oktoberfest at home and enjoying a relaxing few days off. For those who may not know the story behind Labor Day… Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United …

NGC Releases Updated Image Gallery and Video for the Partrick Collection

September 4, 2020 by Clinton

The Patrick Gallery at NGC (Image Courtesy of NGC)

The following is a press release from Numismatic Guarantee Corporation (NGC) announcing an updated image gallery and video for the Partrick Collection. Numismatic Guaranty Corporation® (NGC®) has updated its image gallery of the Donald G. Partrick Collection with more than 1,000 additional coins, tokens and medals, giving numismatists the opportunity to explore this unparalleled collection of Colonial and early US coins. The Partrick Collection, entirely certified by NGC, includes some of the greatest rarities in …

NCIC – Armed Robbery in Portland Leads to Dozens of Stolen Coins

September 4, 2020 by Clinton

The Numismatic Crime Information Center and the Portland, Oregon Police Department are asking for any information the public may have on an armed robbery that took place on August 25, 2020. The theft happened at Affordable Jewelry and Precious Metals located in East Portland. The theft left the store’s manager severely injured and dozens of coins being stolen. There was also approximately $10,000 in cash stolen in the robbery. There is no word on the …