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PCGS to Display ESM Collection of Early Proof Copper Coins at Long Beach

PCGS to Display ESM Collection of Early Proof Copper Coins at Long Beach

Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) will display the award winning ESM Collection of early proof copper coins during the Long Beach Coin, Stamp & Collectibles Expo held September 23-25, 2010. PCGS will also provide on-site authentication and grading services at the Expo. Show Service submissions will be accepted starting with dealer set-up on Wednesday, September [...]

US Mint Offers James Buchanan’s Liberty Gold Coins and Medals

US Mint Offers James Buchanan's Liberty Gold Coins and Medals

Today September 2, 2010, the United States Mint began sales of the 2010 James Buchanan’s Liberty First Spouse Gold Coins and bronze medals, which feature the same design. Because Buchanan served in office without a spouse, the coin and medal carry a depiction of Liberty taken from a circulating coin of the era paired with [...]

2011 Australian Silver Kookaburra Coins

2011 Australian Silver Kookaburra Coins

The Perth Mint of Australia will soon release the 2011 Silver Kookaburra coins, which feature a fresh interpretation of the native bird.  The 99.9% pure silver coins will be available worldwide in three different bullion weights starting on September 14, 2010. The reverse of the 2011 Australian Silver Kookaburra features an depiction of the bird [...]

Sales End for Andrew Jackson Presidential Dollar Bags and Rolls

Sales End for Andrew Jackson Presidential Dollar Bags and Rolls

The United States Mint concluded sales of bags and rolls for the Andrew Jackson Presidential Dollars late last week. These numismatic products featuring the 7th President had been available for approximately two years. The 25-coin rolls and 250-coin bags featuring the Andrew Jackson Dollar were first released by the United States Mint on August 14, [...]

2011 Australian Gold Kangaroo Coins

2011 Australian Gold Kangaroo Coins

The design and release details for the Perth Mint’s 2011 Gold Kangaroo coins were recently revealed. Featuring a fresh rendition of one of Australia’s most recognizable animals, the 99.99% pure gold coins will be available in bullion weights ranging from 1/10 ounce to 1 kilo. The new design features the image of a kangaroo superimposed [...]

2011 Australian Silver Koala Coins from the Perth Mint

2011 Australian Silver Koala Coins from the Perth Mint

The Perth Mint of Australia has announced the details and revealed the design for the 2011 Australian Silver Koala. The 99.9% silver coins featuring the iconic marsupial are available in four different sizes. The weight and purity of each coin are assured by the Australian government. The 2011 Silver Koala features an image of an [...]

US Mint Expands Circulating $1 Coin Direct Ship Program Offerings

US Mint Expands Circulating $1 Coin Direct Ship Program Offerings

The United States Mint included three additional coins in the lineup available under the Circulating $1 Coin Direct Ship Program. Introduced in June 2008, the program’s intention is to remove barriers and encourage robust circulation of $1 coins by allowing individuals and business to order the coins at face value directly from the Mint. The [...]

James Buchanan Presidential Dollar Launched, 25-Coin Rolls on Sale

James Buchanan Presidential Dollar Launched, 25-Coin Rolls on Sale

Today, the United States Mint released the latest coin in the ongoing Presidential $1 Coin Program featuring James Buchanan. To coincide with the release, a launch ceremony was held on the grounds of the President’s former home and sales of numismatic rolls began at the US Mint. The James Buchanan Presidential Dollar features his portrait [...]

US Mint Sells 10,000 Platinum Eagles

US Mint Sells 10,000 Platinum Eagles

The United States Mint has sold the full 10,000 maximum mintage for the 2010 Proof American Platinum Eagles. The one ounce platinum coins went on sale just one week ago today. Representing the concept “To Establish Justice”, the coins were issued for the second year of a six year design series presenting the core concepts [...]

US Mint Adjusts Prices for Gold and Platinum Numismatic Products

US Mint Adjusts Prices for Gold and Platinum Numismatic Products

Earlier today, the United States Mint increased prices for the 2010 Proof Gold Buffalo and available First Spouse Gold Coins. At the same time, the price of the recently released 2010 Proof Platinum Eagle was decreased. The adjustments were made in accordance with the US Mint’s pricing policy for numismatic gold and platinum coins. Prices [...]