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United States Mint Numismatic Product Sales Report – June 26, 2022

June 28, 2022 by Clinton

The United States Mint has released its weekly numismatic sales report for the seven-day period ending on Sunday, June 26, 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 an impressive 189,924 numismatic products. This is a dramatic increase over the nearly 31,000 reported in last week’s report. However, the meteoric increase in sales can …

Kentucky American Innovation Dollar Sales Begin Today

June 28, 2022 by Clinton

2022 Kentucky American Innovation Dollar Reverse (Image Courtesy of The United States Mint)

The United States Mint will begin sales of the Kentucky American Innovation Dollar later today. Sales will begin at the traditional time of Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific on the United States Mint’s site. The latest in the American Innovation Dollar series will be available in the form of bags and rolls. The American Innovation $1 Coin representing Kentucky recognizes the invention of bluegrass music. Bluegrass has roots in traditional English, Scottish, and Irish ballads …

NCIC Seeks Help in Finding Missing Shield Nickel

June 27, 2022 by Clinton

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The Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) is asking for help in locating a rare Shield Nickel. The coin has been reported lost or stolen after being shipped via the United States Postal Service (USPS) from Reno, Nevada to Milton, Washington. The last scanning of the package by the Postal Service occurred in Tacoma, Washington. Specifically, the package contained a rare 1874 Double Die Obverse Shield Nickel FS-102. It was graded by PCGS at AU-53 and …

United States Mint Announces Enrollment Program For Armed Forces Medals

June 27, 2022 by Clinton

The United States Mint has opened up a new Enrollment Program for the one-ounce Armed Forces silver medals. The new program allows you to register to receive the medals going forward, assuring that you are one of the first to get them once they are released. You can find out more details about the new program for the Armed Forces medals here on the Mint’s site. Enrollment programs have becoming increasingly popular for many United …

Ventris C Gibson Confirmed as 40th Director of The United States Mint

June 23, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the United States Mint, announcing that Ventris C. Gibson has been sworn in as the 40th Director of the United States Mint. Director Gibson becomes the first African-American to serve as Director of the Mint and id the seventh women to hold the position. On Friday, Ventris C. Gibson took the oath of office as Director of the United States Mint. President Biden nominated Ms. Gibson on December …

2022 Silver Proof Set Sales Begin Today at Noon

June 23, 2022 by Clinton

2022 Silver Proof Set (Image Courtesy of The United States Mint)

The United States Mint will begin sales of the 2022 Silver Proof Set later today. Sales will begin at the usual time of Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific on the Mint’s site. The 10-coin set will come in two lenses and is priced at $105, the same price as the premium annual Proof Set last year. The Mint has no production or mintage limit on these sets nor is there a household limit on the number that can …

ANA Honors Distinguished Numismatists with Awards

June 22, 2022 by Clinton

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The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced its 2022 awards for Distinguished Numismatists. The awards will be presented at the World’s Fair of Money on Thursday, August 18th. Every year, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) recognizes members who go above and beyond with their service and dedication to numismatics. The following awards, which are presented at the World’s Fair of Money®, will be awarded during the Member & Awards Celebration, Thursday, Aug. 18 at 3 …

United States Mint Numismatic Product Sales Report – June 19, 2022

June 22, 2022 by Clinton

The United States Mint has released its weekly numismatic sales report for the seven-day period ending on Sunday, June 19, 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 30,99, down from the 70,990 numismatic products sold last week. For 2022, the United States Mint has now sold 10,084,913 numismatic products to collectors, enthusiasts, and …

Kentucky American Innovation Dollar Sales Begin June 28th

June 21, 2022 by Clinton

The United States Mint will begin sales of the Kentucky American Innovation Dollar next week. Sales will begin at the traditional time of Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific on June 28th. The latest in the American Innovation Dollar series will be available in the form of bags and rolls directly from the Mint. The American Innovation $1 Coin representing Kentucky recognizes the invention of bluegrass music. Bluegrass has roots in traditional English, Scottish, and Irish …

Review – NGC Photo Vision Service

June 21, 2022 by Clinton

Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) is no mystery to collectors. The Sarasota, Florida company has been offering its grading services for over 35 years to the Numismatic community and can grade virtually any coin, big or small, in the world. In addition to its grading service, the company offers a wide range of add-on services like special labels and designations, scratch resistant holders, and imaging services. One of those imaging services is Photo Vision. You can …