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NGC Creates Special Holder for American Legion Coin and Veterans Medal Set

September 23, 2019May 16, 2019 by Clinton

NGC 2019 American Legion Silver Coin Holder

Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, or NGC, has announced they will be offering special holders with special designations for the upcoming release of the American Legion Proof silver dollar and the American Veterans Silver Medal. The designations of “Early Releases” and “First Releases” will also be available for the Mint sealed set of these coins that arrive at NGC within the first 30 days of release. As readers likely know, the American Legion and Veterans Medal set …

Today’s Deal – 1945 Walking Liberty Half Dollar in Mint State for $40

September 23, 2019May 16, 2019 by Clinton

Earlier this morning, I posted an article about my unhealthy relationship with the Walking Liberty Half Dollar. I love this design and these coins and they are certainly one of my obsessions for what I have and what I want to have in my collection. I mentioned in that article that many late, non-key date coins are readily available for under $100 in Mint State. Today’s Deal is a great example of it. Right now …

My Unhealthy Relationship With The Walking Liberty Half Dollar

September 23, 2019May 16, 2019 by Clinton

Most coin collectors have a coin that they are obsessed with, be it one they own or want to own. For many, this is often times the first coin that turned them onto the hobby. For me, that is the Winged Head “Mercury” Dime. It was the first “old” coin I remember seeing as a teenager and it hooked me on what has been a nearly life long hobby. But there is another coin from …

James Madison Presidential Medal Makes Debut on Mint Sales Report

September 23, 2019May 16, 2019 by Clinton

The James Madison Presidential Medal, released back on May 6th, has made its debut in this week’s Mint Sales Report. The weekly report is for sales activity from the Mint for the previous seven days, ending on May 12, 2019. The newest Presidential Medal sold 5,790 units for the week, putting it in second in overall sales behind the 2019 Silver Proof Set. That Proof Set remains the top seller for the Mint. It added …

US Mint Releases 2018 Biennial Report

September 23, 2019May 15, 2019 by Clinton

The United States Mint has released is Biennial report for 2018 to Congress and to the public. The report is the fourth such report released under the Coin Modernization, Oversight, and Continuity Act of 2010, Public Law 111-302, which authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct R&D on alternative metallic materials for all circulating coins, with the goal of reducing production costs. That same Act also requires the Secretary of the Treasury to provide …

Mail Bag – I Thought US Coin News Launched Last Year

September 26, 2019May 15, 2019 by Clinton

Happy Wednesday readers! First, a word of thanks for all of you who have posted a question or comment about the site. I really appreciate you taking the time to do so and, frankly, I’ve been surprised by how many of you have so far. If you have a question or comment, head to the About page and use the comment form to leave your comments, feedback, or questions. Normally I only post a Mail …

Today’s Deal – 2019-S Jefferson Nickel Proof for $6

September 26, 2019May 14, 2019 by Clinton

As is sometimes the case with the Today’s Deal posts, today’s post isn’t so much about a good deal but rather an opportunity. The 2019-S Jefferson Nickel in proof state is a reasonably difficult coin to come by even with high production numbers. So when the opportunity comes up to pick one up, even if it is a little higher than book value, it is one to consider. Right now you can pick one of …

The Coins Subreddit is a Fun and Vibrant Community

September 27, 2019May 14, 2019 by Clinton

Coin collectors like to share their love of the hobby. Even more so, generally speaking, seasoned collectors want to help those who are new to the hobby with tips, grading information and other tidbits to encourage them. To an extent, Twitter is good for this and a great way to get information. But it isn’t as personal and doesn’t quite have the community feel. That’s where Reddit can play a role for you. The Coins …

2019 Uncirculated Mint Set Goes on Sale Today

September 27, 2019May 14, 2019 by Clinton

For collectors of the US Mint Uncirculated Mint Sets, today is a good day for you. The 2019 Uncirculated Mint Set officially goes on sale today on the Mint’s site. The 21-coin set is $21.95 and orders will be accepted starting at Noon Eastern, 9:00 am Pacific. You can go to this link to get it. For those who are a part of the Uncirculated Set annual enrollment, you should have received your confirmation email …

Commission of Fine Arts Makes Coin Design Recommendations

September 27, 2019May 13, 2019 by Clinton

The Commission of Fine Arts has posted their minutes from their last meeting which covered topics for the United States Mint. The minutes cover the meeting that was held on April 18, 2019 where two key Mint related items were on the docket. First was the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower gold and silver coin program while the $1 dollar coin designs for the American Innovation series were also covered. For those that may not …