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Review – 7th Edition of Grading Standards for United States Coins

July 30, 2019June 26, 2019 by Clinton

Grading Standards for United States Coins 7th Edition

When it comes to coin grading, there are few books that hold the stature of The Official American Numismatic Association Grading Standards for United States Coins. This year, the 7th edition of this grading tool was published, bringing welcome improvements to the already outstanding grading guide. Editing by Numismatics stalwart Kenneth Bressett and with narrative from Q. David Bowers, the book not only provides you a wealth of information about grading your coins, but also …

United States Mint Officially Announced Partnership with Royal Canadian Mint

July 30, 2019June 26, 2019 by Clinton

Pride of Two Nations 2-Coin Set From The United States Mint

In preparation for the upcoming Pride of Two Nations coin release, the United States Mint has announced their official partnership with the Royal Canadian Mint. As today’s world is becoming increasingly connected, so are the opportunities to collaborate with other mints around the world. Under the leadership of Director David J. Ryder, the U.S. Mint recently announced a new partnership with the Royal Canadian Mint to issue the first-ever limited edition two-coin set, the 2019 Pride …

Mint Sales Report – Uncirculated Silver American Eagle Continues Strong Showing

July 31, 2019June 25, 2019 by Clinton

The United States Mint has released their weekly sales report for the 7-day period ending June 25, 2019. The report shows that the uncirculated silver American Eagle continues its strong showing, adding another 22,010 units to its sales tally. That made it the number one seller for the week. The popular bullion coin was released last month and how has reached a total of 112,315 total coins sold. The second top seller was the new …

Coin History – The Eisenhower “Ike” Dollar

July 31, 2019June 24, 2019 by Clinton

The story of the Eisenhower “Ike” Dollar is one of interest. It was the last big dollar coins that were produced by the United States Mint and when they were released in 1971, they were the first dollar coin struck since the Peace Dollar ended in 1935. But like many dollar coins in our history, the Ike Dollar never circulated well because of both its size and weight and production ended in 1978. The creation …

Today’s Deal – 2000 Sacagawea P & D Two-Coin Set for $10

July 31, 2019June 24, 2019 by Clinton

Today’s Deal is a great opportunity to pick up the 2000 Sacagawea Dollar, the first year of their minting. Right now, Smyrna Coin on their Amazon storefront has the 2000 P & D two-coin set for $9.99. Both coins are brilliant uncirculated. 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 commissions are used …

Mail Bag – Should I Unwrap Coin Rolls I Want to Keep?

July 31, 2019June 24, 2019 by Clinton

Today’s Mail Bag question came in over the weekend and it comes from Asim H.. They asked a great question around collecting coin rolls and how to store them. Hi, I have some new rolls of quarters that I picked up at my bank. I plan on keeping some of them after I’m done searching for W quarters (Editors Note: They are looking for 2019-W Quarters that are part of the Great American Coin Hunt). …

Today’s Deal – Brilliant Uncirculated 2010-2018 P & D 90-Coin America The Beautiful Quarter Set

July 31, 2019June 21, 2019 by Clinton

2010-2018 P & D America The Beautiful Quarters Brilliant Uncirculated

If you have been wanting to complete your America The Beautiful Quarter series, Today’s Deal is the one for you. Smyrna Coins on the Amazon storefront is selling a 90-coin set of the quarters for $75.99. The set includes all Denver and Philadelphia America The Beautiful Quarters from 2010 through to 2018. Basically, in one purchase, you’d have all the ATB non-Proof Quarters up to this year. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with …

Mail Bag – Should I Open Up a Mint Set?

July 31, 2019June 19, 2019 by Clinton

Today’s Mail Bag question comes from Hanna J. who had a great question about Mint Sets. They write, Hi, I wanted to know if it is ok to open up a mint set when I buy it from the mint? I like keeping my coins in individual holders but I wanted to make sure I wouldn’t get in trouble. And is the same for proof sets? Hanna J Thanks Hanna for writing in and first, …

Today’s Deal – 1939 Mercury Dime Choice Uncirculated for $20

July 31, 2019June 19, 2019 by Clinton

Today’s Deal is on a 1939 Mercury Dime. It is being sold in choice uncirculated condition for $19.95 on Amazon. It is a great addition to any collection, be it for your Type Set or to help complete your Mercury Dime set. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. This Today’s Deal article contains links that, when clicked and a purchase is made, will generate a small commission to the site. Those commissions …

United States Mint Releases Images of Pride of Two Nations Two-Coin Set

July 31, 2019June 19, 2019 by Clinton

The United States Mint has released images of the upcoming Pride of Two Nations set coming in July. The two-coin set will contain a 2019-W in an enhanced reverse proof finish as well as a Royal Canadian Mint 2019 Silver Maple Leaf in a modified proof finish. Both coins are .999 pure silver. This beautifully rendered and unique special set is the first-ever joint coin set between the United States Mint and Royal Canadian Mint. …