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NGC to Offer Special Labels and Designations for 2022 Negro Leagues Baseball Commemoratives

January 7, 2022 by Clinton

2022 Negro Leagues Baseball Commemorative Early Release Label (Image Courtesy of NGC)

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) announcing that it will be offering special labels and designations for the 2022 Negro Leagues Baseball commemorative coins. The United States Mint released the coins and sets yesterday on its site, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the leagues. The US Mint is releasing commemorative coins and a medal as a tribute to the players and coaches that created the Negro Leagues. …

Today’s Deal – 1979 Susan B Anthony Dollar 4-Coin Set

January 6, 2022 by Clinton

Today’s Deal is another opportunity to pick up a full year set of a coin at a great price. It is on the 1979 Susan B Anthony dollar and consists of the four coins released that year. The set is priced at $19.45 (plus $2.95 shipping) for a limited time. That price breaks down to just $4.86 per coin, far less than the average $6 for the uncirculated coins and $8 for the proof! US …

First Look! 2022 American Buffalo Gold Coin

January 6, 2022 by Clinton

2022 American Buffalo Gold Bullion Coin Obverse (Image Courtesy of The United States Mint)

The United States Mint has released the official high resolution images of the 2022 American Buffalo gold one-ounce bullion coin. The coin, which is available through bullion Authorized Purchasers of the Mint, will begin shipping to customers next week who pre-order through an Authorized Purchaser. The 2022 American Buffalo will feature the same design that the coin has had since is initial release back in 2006. As a reminder to new collectors who have not …

2022 Negro Leagues Baseball Commemorative Coins Sales Start Today

January 6, 2022 by Clinton

2022 Negro Leagues Baseball Commemorative Clad Half Dollar Coin Obverse Line Art (Image Courtesy of The United States Mint)

The United States Mint will begin sales of its first products of the new year starting today. The 2022 Negro Leagues Baseball commemorative coins and sets will be available, at a discounted price, starting at Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific. In all, the Mint will be releasing nine distinct products in the series of coins ranging from clad half dollars to $5 gold coins. The Negro Leagues of baseball was founded in 1920 in response …

Famed Numismatist Harvey G. Stack Passes Aged 93

January 6, 2022 by Clinton

The following is an announcement mailed to Stack’s Bowers Galleries customers announcing the passing of Numismatist Harvey G. Stack. Mr. Stack’s passed on January 3, 2022 at the age of 93 and was a giant in the numismatic community. USCoinNews shares its condolences to Mr. Stack’s family, friends, and colleagues. It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our friend and founder, Harvey G. Stack on January 3, 2022. His leadership over the years spearheaded …

Today’s Deal – 1977 Eisenhower Dollar 3-Coin Set

January 5, 2022 by Clinton

Today’s Deal is on a fantastic 3-coin set of 1977 Eisenhower Dollar coins. These big dollar coins are a great addition to any collection and very affordable. Right now, you can pick up this set for $18.95 (plus $2.95 shipping). That is far less than the average $9.00 per coin book price. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. This article contains links that, when clicked and a purchase is made, will generate a small …

First Look! 2022 American Eagle Platinum Coin

January 5, 2022 by Clinton

2022 American Eagle Platinum Bullion Coin Obverse (Image Courtesy of The United States Mint)

The United States Mint has released the high resolution images of the upcoming 2022 American Eagle Platinum bullion coin. The design of the coin is identical to the design of last year’s coin and, indeed, it is the same it has been since is release in 2002. The coin carries a face value of $100 and is made of 99.9% pure platinum. Like other bullion coins offered by the United States Mint, the platinum Eagle …

NGC and PMG Modify Schedule for FUN Show

January 5, 2022 by Clinton

NGC 35th Anniversay Banner for The FUN Show

Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) and Paper Money Guaranty (PMG) have announced a significantly modified schedule for this week’s Florida United Numismatists, or FUN Show, in Orlando this week. The changes impact both services the companies had planned to offer as well as scheduled guest appearances. The changes come with the continued rapid spread of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 which is impacting Florida and the United States. The FUN Show is still scheduled to take …

Today’s Deal – 1955 Roosevelt 3-Coin Uncirculated Set

January 4, 2022 by Clinton

Today’s Deal is an excellent opportunity to add some early Roosevelt dimes to your collection. The deal is on a 3-coin set of 1955 Roosevelt dimes. The set consists of a brilliant uncirculated example from all three of the Mint facilities for that year – Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco. The set is priced at $18.95 (plus $2.95 shipping). That is well below the $8 per coin book price. US Coin News is an affiliate …

PCGS Reclassifies Early American Fugio Cent as Regular-Issue U.S. Mint Coin

January 4, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) announcing that it has reclassified the early Federal Fugio Cent as a United States Mint regular issue coin. The decision comes after extensive research of documents from the Board of Treasury in 1787 which indicated that the Cent was intended to be a regular issue coin. The Fugio Cent has long been one of the most enjoyed early American collectibles, and now numismatists can count …