(Atlanta, Georgia) — Whitman Publishing announces the release of the new second edition of the Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels, by Q. David Bowers. The 320-page softcover book is available from booksellers and hobby shops nationwide, and online (including at www.Whitman.com), for $19.95. Bowers will autograph copies at the American Numismatic Association World’s […]
North Carolina joins 35 other states with sales-tax exemptions
On Tuesday, July 25, 2017, North Carolina governor Roy Cooper signed into law House Bill 434: Coins/Currency/Bullion Sales Tax Exemption. The law is a complete sales-and-use tax exemption on coins, currency, and precious-metals bullion sales. “The bill’s author, Representative Dana Bumgardner, coauthors Representative Jeff Collins, Representative Mark Brody, and Representative Mike Clampitt, along with its […]
A numismatic tour of Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a former British colony that, since July 1, 1997, is a special administrative region (S.A.R.) of China. Consisting of territories along the South China Sea as well as Hong Kong Island, the territory is a global economic hub and one of the most densely populated areas of the world. Hong Kong has […]
Artist Heidi Wastweet blends history with whimsy in Elizabethan Club medal
Medallic artist and CCAC member Heidi Wastweet has completed a new work for Yale University’s Elizabethan Club. The medal, to be given in recognition of extraordinary service to the club, is not available for purchase—which is unfortunate, because it is truly delightful. Founded in 1911, the Elizabethan Club (affectionately called “the Lizzie”) is dedicated to […]
U.S. Mint sets the price for the 225th Anniversary Enhanced Uncirculated Set
The U.S. Mint has established a price of $29.95 for its 225th Anniversary Enhanced Uncirculated Set (17XC), which is scheduled for release on August 1. The set consists of all the year’s denominations: Native American dollar, Kennedy half dollar, America the Beautiful quarters (5), Roosevelt dime, Jefferson nickel, and Lincoln cent. The coins have their […]
New Ken Bressett book on coin collecting will be available at the August 2017 Denver ANA Show
(Atlanta, Georgia) — Whitman Publishing announces the release of the newest edition of the Whitman Guide to Coin Collecting: An Introduction to the World of Coins, by Kenneth Bressett. The 288-page softcover book debuted July 4, 2017, and is now available from booksellers and hobby shops nationwide, and online (including at www.Whitman.com), for $12.95. Mr. […]
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending July 16, 2017
This report covers the week ending July 16, 2017. The Mint had one new release during this sales period: the 2017 America the Beautiful–Ozark National Scenic Riverways 5-ounce silver Uncirculated coin (17AL). Released on July 11, it handily took the number-one-seller spot on this week’s report, with 13,740 units sold. Among the 5-ounce ATB Uncirculated […]
PMANA asks President Trump to include precious metals in efforts to label products “Made in America”
(Washington, D.C.)—The White House has designated this week to be “Made in America” week to “honor the amazing American workers and companies who have products that are made in America,” according to a White House spokesperson. American manufacturers produce some of the finest and highest-quality material compared to their international counterparts. To showcase their pride […]
Dismantling a Roosevelt dime collection
Last year I won a stunning set of Jefferson nickels and wrote about it for Coin Update, explaining the process to dismantle a set (i.e., removing high-end coins for holdering). The process involves identifying toned coins, which command a premium, then checking for rare varieties or mint errors, and finally, selecting coins based on eye […]
Planes, trains, and automobiles: Thematic bank-note collecting
Thematic (or topical) collecting is very popular in the stamp community. There are collectors and clubs for a wide range of subjects, from butterflies to lighthouses and from royalty to astronomy. In the numismatic world, collecting by theme is not as popular or well publicized, but there are still many opportunities to build a collection […]
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