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PNG Reappoints NGC, NCS and PMG as Its Official Grading and Conservation Services

April 6, 2020 by Clinton

The following is a Press Released from NGC announcing that PNG has reappointed NGC, NCS and PMG as its official grading and conservation services for its members. The announcement builds on a long standing relationship between the grading services and the non-profit Numismatic guild. Numismatic Guaranty Corporation® (NGC®), Numismatic Conservation Services® (NCS®) and Paper Money Guaranty® (PMG®) are pleased to announce that they have been reappointed as the Official Grading and Conservation Services of the Professional …

NGC Remains Open and Accepting Coin Grading Submissions

April 6, 2020 by Clinton

NGC and PMG are currently the only coin and paper currency grading service that is accepting submissions. In an email to members on April 3, 2020, the company made it clear that they were “open and fully operational” despite COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Stay at Home orders in Florida, where the company is based. They have, however, modified some business practices to comply with those orders. NGC and PMG meet a number of criteria to be considered …

ANA Headquarters and Money Museum Closed Through April 30th

April 2, 2020 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced that their Colorado-based headquarters and the Money Museum are closed through April 30, 2020. The closures are a result of protocols and orders to help control the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Colorado is considered one of the hot spots for Coronavirus and the state is currently under broad Shelter in Place orders. Virtually all businesses are closed aside from those considered essential such as grocery stores, hospitals, utilities, …

2020 American Buffalo Gold Coin Sales Start April 9

April 2, 2020 by Clinton

The 2020 American Buffalo gold bullion coin is set to go on sale next week directly from the United States Mint. Sales will be begin Thursday, April 9, 2020 at Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific. Pricing has yet to be announced but you can find the coin here on the Mint’s site. The West Point minted 24-karat gold coin features designs based on the original 1913 Type I Buffalo nickel designed by James Earle Fraser. …

Today’s Deal – 1958-D Franklin Half Dollar Brilliant Uncirculated

April 1, 2020 by Clinton

If you have been looking to add a superior example of the Franklin Half Dollar to your collection, Today’s Deal is one for you to consider. Right now you can pick up a 1958-D Franklin Half Dollar in brilliant uncirculated condition for $33.95. This is an excellent price for this coin and in this grade. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. This article contains links that, when clicked and a purchase is made, will generate …

ANACS Suspends Operations Due to COVID-19

April 1, 2020 by Clinton

ANACS, the oldest coin grading company in the United States, has suspended all grading operations due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus). The Colorado-based company announced on their site that they have ceased operations to comply with state orders around non-essential businesses being closed. The news comes after PCGS also announced suspension of coin grading activities due to similar orders in the state of California. Only NGC, based in Florida, is currently accepting coins for grading. Florida, to …

Mail Bag – Will Coronavirus Cause a Coin Shortage?

March 31, 2020 by Clinton

What a world we live in readers, here on March 31, 2020. My guess is that the vast majority of you are in “Shelter in Place” mode as I have been the the past couple of weeks here in Colorado. My sincere hope is that all of you are safe and healthy as we struggle globally with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The pandemic has certainly had an impact on Numismatics with the Mint announcing product …

PCGS California Office Closed Due to COVID-19

March 30, 2020 by Clinton

Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) has announced that their California offices in Orange County have been closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. The closure means that there are currently no coins being graded at the offices and collectors are encouraged not to send any coins in for grading at this time. The news of the closure came just a day after the offices had opened after being closed for a day back on …

2021 A Guide Book of United States Coins Now Available

March 30, 2020 by Clinton

Just days after announcing it would was available for pre-order, Whitman Publishing has now released the 2021 A Guide Book of United States Coins for purchase. The popular collectors guide book is $17.95 and available directly from the Whitman Publishing site. The Official Red Book A Guide Book of United States Coins is 74 Years young and going strong. Collectors around the country love the book’s grade-by-grade values, auction records, historical background, detailed specifications, high-resolution …

Today’s Deal – 1990s Kennedy Half Proof Set

March 27, 2020 by Clinton

1990-S Through 1999-S Proof Kennedy Half Dollar

Today’s Deal is a great opportunity to fill in those Kennedy Half Dollar Proofs from the 1990s to your collection. Phanatic Sport Memorabilia has a great deal going on their Amazon store front. You can pick up a 10-coin set of Kennedy Half Dollars Proof Set for $39.99. 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 commission to the site. Those …