Information & News About United States Coins
Today’s Deal is a great way to get all of the Proof Susan B Anthony dollar coins from 1979 to 1981 in one shot. Right now you can pick up the three coin set at Amazon for $24.99. This will include the 1979-S, 1980-S and the somewhat rare 1981-S proof coins. All are indicated as “Gem” meaning they should all grade PF-65 or higher. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. This article …
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 …
Over the past few weeks I’ve stopped and started this article several times, not exactly sure how I wanted to write it. I firmly believe that, as a Numismatist, it is our job to educate people not only about the hobby of coin collecting, but about our coinage history in the United States (or insert your country here). Whether it be a podcast, webcast, or simply spending time at a coin show or with a …