The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers Q: Is it true that one of the current regular-issue coins of the United States has also served as a commemorative coin? A: The Washington quarter was first issued in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington’s birth. When regular coinage of the […]
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 28, 2023
This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending May 28, 2023. The Mint’s best-selling product last week was the 2023 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Uncirculated coin (23EG), which sold 109,859 units. In second place was the 2023 one-ounce American Platinum Eagle $100 Proof coin (23EJ), with 7,312 sold. The third best-selling item last week […]
Whitman Publishing to debut new Cherrypickers’ Guide, Sixth Edition, Volume II, at the 2023 ANA World’s Fair of Money
(Pelham, Alabama) — Whitman Publishing announces the upcoming release of the newest Cherrypickers’ Guide to Rare Die Varieties. The sixth edition, volume II, will debut in August 2023 at the American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In the meantime, the 320-page spiralbound-hardcover book can be preordered for $39.95 online, including at […]
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 21, 2023
This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending May 21, 2023. The Mint’s best-selling product last week was the 2023-W one-ounce American Silver Eagle $1 Proof coin (23EA), which sold 10,597 units. In second place was the 2023 Congratulations Set (23RF), with 552 sold. The third best-selling item last week was the 2022 U.S. […]
Whitman Publishing releases 2nd edition of Q. David Bowers’s Guide Book of Liberty Seated Silver Coins
(Pelham, Alabama) — Whitman Publishing announces the upcoming release of the second edition of A Guide Book of Liberty Seated Silver Coins, by Q. David Bowers. The 608-page book will debut at the American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money in Pittsburgh, August 8, 2023. Before then, it can be preordered online (including at www.Whitman.com) […]
2023 United States Mint American Silver Eagle one-ounce Uncirculated coin available on May 25
Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) 2023 American Silver Eagle one-ounce Uncirculated coin produced at the Mint’s West Point facility will be released on May 25 at noon EDT, with orders limited to 10 coins per household for the first 24-hour sales period. The American Silver Eagle Uncirculated coin is the collector version of […]
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 14, 2023
This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending May 14, 2023. The Mint’s best-selling product last week was the 2023-W one-ounce American Silver Eagle $1 Proof coin (23EA), which sold 13,246 units. In second place was the 2023 American Women / Edith Kanaka‘ole 100-coin bag (D) (23WBD), with 2,116 sold. The third best-selling item […]
2023-2025 ANA Board candidates announced
In 2023 the terms of all nine officers will expire. Those elected will be installed at the ANA’s 132nd Anniversary Convention Banquet in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on August 11, 2023, and will compose the Board of Governors for the next two years. The following is the list of candidates: Candidate for President Thomas J. Uram Candidates […]
Whitman Publishing releases 77th-Edition Guide Book of United States Coins
(Pelham, Alabama) — Whitman Publishing announces the release of the 2024 (77th edition) Guide Book of United States Coins, popularly known as the “Red Book.” The newest edition of the hobby’s best-selling reference is available from bookstores and hobby shops nationwide, and from online booksellers. The 472-page book comes in several formats including the classic […]
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending May 7, 2023
Note: In last week’s report, the 4/30/23 sales figures were transposed for two 2023 coins: the yet-to-be-released one-ounce Uncirculated Silver Eagle (23EG) and the one-ounce Proof Platinum Eagle (23EJ). The former was reported as 7,082, whereas the latter was reported as 5; these figures should have been reversed. The editors apologize for the errors. This […]
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