Information & News About United States Coins
Today’s Mail Bag question askes an important question: Why don’t we see Kennedy Half Dollar in circulation? The question came in last week from Zoe and while the answer is a simple one, the progress of how we got to that answer is a little more interesting. Hi, I am new to collecting and I really like the Kennedy half dollar. But they are hard to find and I found out that they are not …
Today’s Deal is a good opportunity to pick up a set of modern, not-for-general circulation Kennedy Half Dollars. Right now you can pick up a 2017 Denver and Philadelphia Kennedy Half Dollar Set for $9.95. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon for Today’s Deals. This article contains links that, when clicked and a purchase is made, will generate a small commission to the site. Those commissions are used to help pay for the upkeep …
As previously reported, The United Stats Mint will open sales for the 2020 Kennedy Half Dollar today at Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific. The Half Dollar will be sold in 200-coin bags from the Denver and Philadelphia Mints as well as a 2-roll set from both Mints. As many readers will know, the Kennedy Half Dollar is not released into general circulation but rather made in smaller numbers for collectors and Numismatic products from the …
The United Stats Mint will open sales for the 2020 Kennedy Half Dollar on Monday, June 1, 2020. Sales will begin promptly at Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific. The Half Dollar will be sold in 200-coin bags from the Denver and Philadelphia Mints as well as a 2-roll set from both Mints. As many readers will know, the Kennedy Half Dollar is not released into general circulation but rather made in smaller numbers for collectors …
As a general rule here at USCoinNews, I don’t post much about high-end coin auctions. Not because I don’t find them interesting, but more about one of the founding principles of the site: Focus is on those who enjoy the hobby, for the hobby and not necessarily for investments. But everyone once in a while a coin gets sold at auction that is just to impressive to pass on tell others about it. That’s the …
The United States Mint has updated its production schedule for May and June 2020, setting release dates for several Numismatic products over the next 8 weeks. Last month, the Mint stopped all production of Numismatic products as it dealt with the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. At that point, the production schedule moved all products scheduled after April 2020 into a “TBD” status. In all, twelve products on the schedule have been updated with anticipated release dates. …
Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, NGC, has announced in a Press Release a stunning and rare recent grading the company provided. Rare Collectibles TV submitted an unopened bag of 1964-D Kennedy Half Dollars that were tagged with a date prior to the coins general release. That gives the bag a First Day of Issue status. The Press Release can be found below and it is clear from the quotes in it that the professional Numismatist at NGC …
If you have been looking to add a superior example of the Franklin Half Dollar to your collection, Today’s Deal is one for you to consider. Right now you can pick up a 1958-D Franklin Half Dollar in brilliant uncirculated condition for $33.95. This is an excellent price for this coin and in this grade. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. This article contains links that, when clicked and a purchase is made, will generate …
Today’s Deal is a great opportunity to fill in those Kennedy Half Dollar Proofs from the 1990s to your collection. Phanatic Sport Memorabilia has a great deal going on their Amazon store front. You can pick up a 10-coin set of Kennedy Half Dollars Proof Set for $39.99. 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 …
Today’s Deal is on an excellent example of the Franklin Half Dollar. Specifically, the deal is on the 1948-D Franklin Half, the first year this popular coin was available. You can pick up a brilliant uncirculated specimen for $29.95 through BullionShark’s Amazon storefront. 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 …