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First Display of Two Proof Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles and Presidential Documents at 2022 World’s Fair of Money®

July 15, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release announcing that two unique and rare Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles will be on display next month at the World’s Fair of Money. The two coins, a 1910 Experimental Finish and 1921 Satin Proof will be on display at the Museum Showcase area. booth (#1927) Described by researchers as “one of the most important recent discoveries in 20th century American numismatics,” the unique Experimental Finish 1910 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle will be …

Barker Recipient of Highest ANA Award for Young Collectors

July 15, 2022 by Clinton

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The American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) highest accomplishment for a young collector is being named ANA Young Numismatist of the Year. The honor is given to those who show exceptional achievement in the hobby. Due to her outstanding contributions to the hobby, this year’s recipient is Kelly Barker. She was recognized for her accomplishments during a virtual event on Wednesday, July 13, by ANA President Dr. Ralph Ross with Barker’s friends and family. When she was a …

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

July 14, 2022 by Clinton

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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 …

NCIC Reminds Collectors & Dealers to Be Aware of Their Surroundings

July 14, 2022 by Clinton

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The Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) has reported on an incident in Atlanta involving a coin dealer. It is a reminder that when collectors and dealers are making their way to and from coin shows and events to be aware of their surroundings. The incident involved a dealer who attending a recent, monthly coin show in Atlanta. As the dealer was loading his car, he observed that he was being watched. The dealer then started …

Today’s Deal – 1982 United States Mint Proof Set

July 13, 2022 by Clinton

Today’s Deal is both inexpensive and a great addition to any collection, especially for those who like Proof Sets. It is on the 1982 United States Mint Proof Set and is priced at just $11.99 today. It comes in its original government lens as well as with its original government sleeve. USCoinNews 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 …

NGC, NCS and PMG Once Again Appointed the Official Grading and Conservation Services of the ANA

July 13, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from NGC, NCS and PMG announcing that it has once again been appointed as the official grading company of the American Numismatic Association (ANA) Numismatic Guaranty Company™ (NGC®), Numismatic Conservation Services® (NCS®) and Paper Money Guaranty® (PMG®) are thrilled to announce that the American Numismatic Association (ANA) has once again selected the companies to serve as the organization’s exclusive Official Grading and Conservation Services. The close relationship between the …

2022 Uncirculated Coin Set From The United States Mint Goes On Sale Today

July 12, 2022 by Clinton

2022 United States Mint Uncirculated Set (Image Courtesy of The United States Mint)

The United States Mint will begin sales of the 2022 Uncirculated Coin Set start today. Sales will begin at their usual time of Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific on the Mint’s website. This year, the Mint has set a production limit of just 250,000 sets. The sets are priced at $25.25 each and while there is a production limit, there is not a household limit on the number of sets you can purchase. The United States Mint does offer …

United States Mint Numismatic Product Sales Report – July 10, 2022

July 12, 2022 by Clinton

The United States Mint has released its weekly numismatic sales report for the seven-day period ending on Sunday, July 10, 2022. The report covers the previous seven days in numismatic product sales by the Mint and is separate from the bullion sales report. This week’s report shows that the Mint sold just 7,522 numismatic products to collectors and investors. This is down substantially from the reported sales of the prior week. For the year, the United States …

United States Mint Circulating Coinage Production Report – June 2022

July 11, 2022 by Clinton

The United States Mint has released its Circulating Coin Production Report for June 2022, showing that across the nation’s Mint facilities that 1.141 billion coins were produced for circulation. This is down slightly from the 1.25 billion coins that the Mint produced for circulation in May 2022. For the year, the United States Mint has minted 7,638,340,000 circulating coins. In reviewing the June 2022 production report update, the Mint has indicated that in the month it produced …

United States Mint Opens Sales of The United States Marine Corps 2.5-Ounce Silver Medal July 15th

July 11, 2022 by Clinton

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The United States Mint will open up sales of its next United States military 2.5-ounce silver medal later this week. The medal honoring the United States Marine Corps will go on sale on Friday, July 15th, at Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific. The medal has a production limit of 10,000 pieces and there will be a household limit of one medal when sales open. These production figures and purchase limits have been in place for …