Gregory Closes ANA Chapter in April After 38 years at the American Numismatic Association (ANA), The Numismatist Editor-in-Chief Barbara Gregory will retire next month. Her legend as the longest-running editor-in-chief at the ANA began in 1988. She also is the first female to hold the position. In mid-April, she passes the editorial responsibilities to current ANA Managing […]
Bulgaria: New silver crown coins celebrate unique Kukeri Festival
The Bulgarian National Bank has issued new silver Proof collector coins entitled “Bulgarian Traditions and Loves,” which feature a most unusual national custom, kukeri. Uniquely Bulgarian by custom and practice, it is believed that today’s Bulgarian masked good-spirited play-acting has its origins to the pre-nuptial rites practised by the ancient Thracians. In most parts of […]
Quarter launch and coin forum canceled
In order to slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has signed an executive order banning all gatherings of more than 250 people. Additionally, many school systems in Connecticut have announced closures. In light of this, the United States Mint, in consultation with the National Park Service, has decided to cancel the […]
Message from Director of the U.S. Mint Dave Ryder on COVID-19 situation
The following comes from an e-mail sent to the press today: Dear Valued Customer, As the global impacts of COVID-19 continue to evolve, my top priority remains the health, safety, and well-being of the Mint workforce – the men and women who work hard to ensure you receive the highest quality products. As part of […]
Australia: King of all marsupials, the red kangaroo, features on new silver Proof coins
The Royal Australian Mint has launched their latest silver Kangaroo-themed coins which features one of the country’s more iconic and instantly-recognised Australian wildlife symbols. Begun in 1992, the Kangaroo series has been a popular release from the Royal Australian Mint and is especially poignant today. Taking into consideration the sheer number of red kangaroos that […]
How to safely receive packages during a pandemic
With many a coin show or auction postponing or canceling in-person venues in lieu of recent social distancing recommendations, many collectors and dealers are now turning to the Internet to continue their trade via delivery services. However, just because one is maintaining proper social distancing at home, it is important to remember that the packages […]
United States Mint 2020 America the Beautiful Quarters Uncirculated Coin Set available March 24
Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for the 2020 America the Beautiful Quarters Uncirculated Coin Set (product code 20AA) on March 24 at noon Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). Priced at $16.00, this 10-coin set consists of five Uncirculated quarters from the Philadelphia Mint and five Uncirculated quarters from the Denver Mint. […]
Belgium: Centenary anniversary of Antwerp’s Olympic Games remembered on new collector coins
The National Bank of Belgium has issued new collector coins which commemorate the country’s first and only time they hosted the Olympiad. Being the first Olympic Games held since the conclusion of the Great War, the Belgian city of Antwerp was chosen to offer some compensation after the misery the whole of the country had […]
March 11, 2020, CCAC meeting: 2021 American Innovation $1 coin — North Carolina
On March 11 at 9:00 a.m. (EDT), the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) held its second of two teleconference meetings to review and discuss designs for the upcoming 2021 American Innovation $1 Coin Program. Below are the various proposed designs for the 2021 North Carolina American Innovation $1 coin. Let us know in the comments […]
2020 American Gold Eagle Proof coins on sale
Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) has begun accepting orders for 2020 American Gold Eagle Proof coins today at noon EDT. American Gold Eagle Proof coins are collector versions of the official United States Mint American Gold Eagle bullion coins. These coins are struck in 22-karat gold at the West Point Mint. The obverse […]
