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CCAC Releases Candidate Images of 2023 American Liberty High Relief Gold Coin and Silver Medal

February 16, 2022 by Clinton

The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) has released the candidate images for the 2023 American Liberty High Relief 24-karat gold coin and silver medal. The images were released by CCAC and the United States Mint after the scheduled meeting yesterday for the committee. In total, there are 68 images for the Obverse and Reverse of both the gold coin and silver medal that were released. The United States Mint American Liberty Program celebrates modern renditions …

United States Mint Numismatic Sales Report – February 13, 2022

February 15, 2022 by Clinton

The United States Mint has released its weekly numismatic sales report for the seven-day period ending on Sunday, February 13, 2022. The report covers the previous seven days in numismatic product sales by the Mint and is separate from the bullion sales report. In this week’s report, the Mint indicated that an impressive 55,479 numismatic products were sold. This is up from the just over 10,000 products sold according to last week’s report. In a somewhat unique event, …

NGC Presents the Last Great Mystery of the SS Central America Shipwreck

February 15, 2022 by Clinton

1857 $20 Gold Double Eagle from The SS Central American (Image Courtesy of NGC)

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) that presents details on 123 $20 gold coins that have been recovered from the SS Central America. The coins are in stunning condition with many grading over MS-65. On September 3, 1857, the SS Central America began a voyage from Panama to New York carrying very important cargo: thousands of freshly minted gold coins from California, desperately needed by New York banks that were …

James K. Polk Presidential Silver Medal Sales Begin Today

February 14, 2022 by Clinton

James Polk Presidential Silver Medal (Image Courtesy of The United States Mint)

The United States Mint will begin sales of the first Presidential Silver Medal starting later today. The James K. Polk Presidential Silver Medal will go on sale at Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific on the Mint’s site. The medal, the first of four scheduled for release in 2022, is priced at $65.00. The medal honors the 11th President of the United States. James Polk served as President from 1845 to 1849. He previously was the 13th Speaker of the …

United States Mint Bullion Sales Report – February 13, 2022

February 14, 2022 by Clinton

The United States Mint has updated its daily bullion sales report for American Eagle and American Buffalo bullion coins. This summary report provides sales details through Sunday, February 13, 2022. The bullion sales report reflects bullion coins that the Mint sold to Authorized Purchasers for the previous week and is different than the weekly numismatic product report. During the previous week, the Mint reported sales of 538,500 bullion coins, with all products except the half-ounce gold …

NGC’s David W. Lange to Teach at ANA Summer Seminar

February 11, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) announcing that the company’s Research Director and well know numismatist David W. Lange will be teaching at the American Numismatic Associations Summer Seminar. The ANA’s Summer Seminar will be held June 18-30, 2020. The two week seminar will be held at the Colorado College campus, adjacent to the ANA’s headquarters, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. NGC’s Research Director will present a course on US coins …

Coming Attractions at the Long Beach Expo February 17-19, 2022

February 11, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the Long Beach Expo, announcing a multitude of attactions that will be available for viewing or participating in during the show. The Expo is scheduled for February 17-19 at the Long Beach Convention Center. The Long Beach Coin, Currency, Stamp & Sports Collectible Show rolls out the red carpet on February 17-19, 2022, at the Long Beach Convention Center for an exciting parade of attractions that include an …

United States Mint Circulating Coin Production Report – January 2022

February 10, 2022 by Clinton

The United States Mint has released its Circulating Coin Production Report for January 2022. The report shows that nation’s Mints product 1.249 billion coins for circulation. This is a significant increase from the 919.5 million the Mint produced in January 2021. Production figures across the different denominations were mixed with increases and decreases in production across the Cent, Nickel, Dime, Quarter, Half Dollar, and Dollar coins. Production of the Lincoln Cent in January 2022 saw …

Collector Exhibits at American Numismatic Association Conventions Eligible to Receive Prizes

February 10, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a press release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that collector exhibitors at the National Money Show will be eligible for prizes. The National Money Show will be held from March 11-13, 2022 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. One of the big draws of American Numismatic Association (ANA) conventions are the featured collector exhibits on display. The individual creativity in these displays at the National Money Show® and the World’s Fair of …

Rare Coin Market Soaring But Use Caution, Advises Professional Numismatists Guild Experts

February 9, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the Professional Numismatic Guild (PNG) highlighting the record year in rare coin sales in 2021 but cautions collectors and investors to be vigilant with counterfeits and overpriced products. The rare coin market continues to soar, making buyers a prime target for fraud. The rare coin market in early 2022 continues to soar following a record-breaking marketplace in 2021. However, veteran dealers in the Professional Numismatists Guild (www.PNGdealers.org) urge …