This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending November 18, 2018. The Mint’s best-selling product this week was the 2018 Block Island National Wildlife Refuge Uncirculated five-ounce silver coin (18AN), which sold 13,501 units and was released on November 15. In second place was the 2018 U.S. Mint Proof Set (18RG), which sold 11,861 […]
Timeless designs emerging from a new generation: The American Legion commemorative silver dollar
When reminiscing about classic American coin designs, it’s almost impossible not to think of the gorgeous double eagle by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, the elegant Flowing Hair Stella by Charles E. Barber, or the ubiquitous silver dollar by George T. Morgan. While it is important to honor the contributions of these legendary figures to American coinage, it’s […]
For U.S. military veterans, a silver medal from a grateful nation
Kudos to the United States Mint for continuing to innovate in the realm of national medals! This is an exciting field where the Mint has leeway to create modern treasures for everyone who appreciates the intersection of fine art and American history. While nearly all U.S. coinage—that is, metallic legal tender—starts with congressional legislation, many […]
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 11, 2018
This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending November 11, 2018. The Mint’s best-selling product this week was the 2018 U.S. Mint Proof Set (18RG), which sold 10,701 units. In second place was the 2018 U.S. Mint Silver Proof Set (18RH), which sold 6,065 units. The third best-selling item this week was the 2018 […]
United States Mint rolls out final America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin of 2018
New quarter honors Block Island National Wildlife Refuge in Rhode Island Charlestown, RI — The United States Mint joined representatives of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today to launch the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge in Rhode Island. This is the fifth and final coin in the […]
CCAC November 14, 2018, meeting: American Veterans medal
The following is a list of artist submissions for the American Veterans medal that were reviewed at the November 14, 2018, Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting today. Additionally, two new members were sworn into the CCAC: Robin Salmon and Samuel H. Gill. A robust discussion ensued after the topic switched to the design of […]
Bowers on collecting: The famous 1794 silver dollar
Overview The 1794 silver dollar is one of my favorite coins. There are about 135 or so known, the exact number being indeterminable due to many not being illustrated in catalogs of years ago and as the same coin can be offered multiple times. Over the years I have probably bought and sold 1794 dollars […]
2018 Block Island National Wildlife Refuge Quarter, Three-Coin Set to be released November 27
On November 27 at noon (ET), the United States Mint will be releasing the 2018 Block Island National Wildlife Refuge Quarter, Three-Coin Set (18AH). The set features Block Island, a migratory bird haven located off the coast of Rhode Island. Each set contains a Proof quarter from the San Francisco Mint, and two Uncirculated quarters […]
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 4, 2018
This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending November 4, 2018. The Mint’s best-selling product this week was the 2018 U.S. Mint Proof Set (18RG), which sold 7,925 units. In second place was the 2018 U.S. Mint Silver Proof Set (18RH), which sold 3,909 units. The third best-selling item this week was the 2018 […]
Sales open November 15 for America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge
Washington — The United States Mint will release the America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coin honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge (product code 18AN) on November 15 at noon Eastern Time (ET). The Philadelphia Mint produces America the Beautiful five-ounce silver Uncirculated coins in .999 fine silver. These coins measure three inches in diameter. The reverse […]
