This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending December 9, 2018. The Mint’s best-selling product this week was the 2018 U.S. Mint Proof Set (18RG), which sold 17,210 units. In second place was the 2018 U.S. Mint Silver Proof Set (18RH), which sold 9,224 units and was released on November 27. The third best-selling item this week was the 2018 U.S. Mint Uncirculated Coin Set (18RJ) … [Read More...]
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U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 2, 2018
This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending December 2, 2018. The Mint’s best-selling product this week was the 2018 U.S. Mint Proof Set (18RG), which sold 16,370 units. In second place was the 2018 Block Island National Wildlife Refuge Quarter, Three-Coin Set (18AH), which sold 10,966 units and was released on November 27. […]
United Arab Emirates: Commemorative banknote celebrates centenary birth anniversary of the country’s founder
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has announced (28th November) the distribution of new commemorative 100-dirham (U.S. $27.24) banknotes which are in celebration of the centenary anniversary of the birth of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan (1918–2004) Ruler of Abu Dhabi for 38 years. He was the founding father and the principal […]
Incredible finest Proof Morgans set will be exhibited by PCGS Set Registry at 2019 FUN
(Orlando, Florida) December 6, 2018 — The finest Proof Morgan dollars set will be displayed by the PCGS Set Registry at the 2019 Florida United Numismatists convention for the first time anywhere in public. Known as the “Mr. Perfection 13” collection, the award-winning, 27-coin Morgan dollar basic Proof set is 100 percent complete and has […]
The 2018 American Innovation $1 Proof coin, the first release of the American Innovation $1 Coin Program, to be released on December 14
The United States Mint’s American Innovation $1 Coin Program is set to release its first coin on December 14. The 2018 American Innovation $1 Proof coin (18GA), minted at the San Francisco Mint, is the first in a series that will produce unique coins for each of the 50 states, in addition to the District […]
Denmark: National Bank’s 200th anniversary remembered with new Brilliant Uncirculated mint set
The Royal Danish Mint has released (3rd December) a new collector Brilliant Uncirculated mint set which also remembers the 200th anniversary of the founding of the country’s central bank. The anniversary is this year’s mint set theme which describes the 200-year history of the coins. The coins are presented in an exclusive booklet with Danmarks […]
CCG launches online CCG store
The Certified Collectibles Group (CCG) has launched an online CCG Store to make it faster and more convenient to order NGC Display Boxes, PMG Storage Bags, and other products. The CCG Store can be found here. Products that can be purchased through the store include: NGC Display Boxes, an attractive and efficient way to store […]
Bowers on collecting: More about Mega Red
Last week I invited suggestions to improve Mega Red, also known as the Deluxe Edition of the Guide Book. With over 1,500 pages and weighing more than six pounds, it will keep the reader occupied every evening for a week. It is the season for Christmas and related holiday shopping. What better gift could you […]
Niue: Timid Moorish idol features on third silver coin in current “Reef Fish” series
The treasury of the South Pacific Island Nation of Niue has released (3rd December) their third coin that is part of an ongoing series entitled “Reef Fish,” which features some of the marine life prevalent in and around the Pacific Ocean. The third coin highlights the attractive and timid Moorish idol, a very familiar occupant in many a home […]
NGC Registry Awards 2018
Every year, NGC gives awards to the top Competitive Sets and Custom Sets in the NGC Registry. Ensure your set is at its best by 10 a.m. EST on December 7 to be automatically considered for awards. Winners will be announced January 11, 2019. The NGC Registry now features more than 110,000 registered sets. Winners in our […]
Q&A: Was the Roosevelt dime introduced in 1946 to commemorate the passing of the longest-serving president?
The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers: Q: I have always held the opinion that the Roosevelt dime was introduced in 1946 to commemorate the passing from the scene of the president who had the longest tenure in the history of the country. Is this the accepted theory? A: Popularity is greatness […]
