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The Planchet – Meet the 2023 Eric P. Newman Graduate Summer Seminar Cohort

June 26, 2023 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Society (ANS) has released the latest episode of its popular podcast, The Planchet. In the fifth episode of the fourth season of the podcast, Host Andrew Reinhard interviews the eight participants of the 2023 Eric P. Newman graduate summer seminar cohort. The cohort went through eight weeks of courses taught by the ANS staff and guest lectures. For over half a century, The American Numismatic Society, a scholarly organization and museum of coins, …

Today’s Deal – A Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels

June 22, 2023June 21, 2023 by Clinton

A Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels (Image Couresty of Whitman Publishing)

Today’s Deal is on the excellent reference book writing by Q. David Bowers, A Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels. This book, written by one of the giants in Numismatics, offers deep insight into the popular nickels of the last century, with exceptional details information. Right now the 2nd edition of this book, the latest edition, is priced at $19.95 on Amazon with free shipping. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon for Today’s Deals. This …

United States Mint Numismatic Product Sales Report – June 18, 2023

June 20, 2023 by Clinton

The United States Mint has released its weekly Numismatic Product Sales Report for the seven days ending June 18, 2023. The report covers numismatic product sales by the Mint, such as commemorative coins and annual sets. It is separate from the bullion sales report. According to this week’s report, The Mint sold 7,216 numismatic products in the past week, with all but two of the top ten selling products being released this year. The top-selling product …

NGC Partners with CFC for Numismatic Loan Program

June 20, 2023 by Clinton

Numismatic Guaranty Company® (NGC®) is excited to partner with Collateral Finance Corporation (CFC) to offer NGC members the opportunity to apply for a commercial loan at a special rate using their NGC-graded coins as collateral. Starting June 14, 2023, NGC members can apply for a numismatic-backed loan, which offers cash liquidity without having to sell assets. To celebrate the new partnership, CFC is offering a special introductory rate for new clients who apply at NGCloan.com. For …

2023 United States Mint Proof Set Sales Begin Today

June 20, 2023 by Clinton

2023 United States Mint Proof Set (Image Courtesy of The United States Mint)

The 2023 United States Mint Proof Set will go on sale later today. Sales of the 10-coin set for this year will begin at Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific on the Mint’s site. This year, the set is priced at $35.00. The Mint has established that there is no household limit on the number of sets that can be purchased, nor is there a production limit on the set. That is normally the case for Proof …

Library Cardholders Can Enjoy Free Admission to Money Museum, July 8

June 20, 2023 by Clinton

The Money Museum, a Culture Pass partner with the Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD), is celebrating Culture Pass Discount Days on Friday, July 8, offering free admission to Museum attendees that are also PPLD cardholders. Culture Pass gives library cardholders the chance to explore museums and attractions in the Pikes Peak region at no cost using their library card. The PPLD Culture Pass program increases opportunities for education and cultural learning, creating connections between books and hands-on experiences. …

Indiana American Innovation Dollar Sales Begin June 26

June 19, 2023 by Clinton

2023 American Innovation Dollar - Indiana (Image Courtesy of The United States Mint)

The United States Mint will begin selling the latest American Innovation Dollar, honoring Indiana, next week. The dollar coin will be available in bags and rolls directly from the Mint starting at Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific next Monday. All of the products have low production limits and no more than 10 products can be purchased by a household. The Indiana American Innovation $1 Coin reverse (tails) design features a series of vehicles that showcase …

United States Mint Bullion Sales Report – June 18, 2023

June 19, 2023 by Clinton

The United States Mint has updated its daily bullion sales report through Sunday, June 18, 2023. The bullion sales report reflects bullion American Eagle and American Buffalo coins that the Mint sold to Authorized Purchasers for the previous week and is different than the weekly numismatic product report. The Mint reported 771,500 bullion coin sales in the past week, with reported sales across all products available for purchase by Authorized Purchasers. Unsurprisingly, the top-selling bullion product for …

Today’s Deal – ANA Grading Standards for United States Coins

June 16, 2023 by Clinton

Today’s Deal is on a book that every collector should have in their library, The Official ANA Grading Standards for United States Coins. This 384-page book gives collectors details descriptions and images of United States coins to help them determine the grade of a coin. It truly is a must-have book for collectors to help them learn the art and science of coin grading. I wrote a review of this book several years ago if …

NGC Grading On-site at ANA World’s Fair of Money

June 16, 2023 by Clinton

Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) has announced that it will offer on-site grading at the World’s Fair of Money. The American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money will take place in Pittsburgh, PA from August 8-10. NGC will offer on-site grading and encapsulation of US coins at the ANA World’s Fair of Money in Pittsburgh, PA from Tuesday, August 8 through 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 10. Coins will be returned by the end of the …