The following is reposted from the Bowers on Collecting column on Coin Update In April 1956, all of the leading dealers headed for the Central States Numismatic Society convention held that year in Indianapolis. Among other attractions, besides the dynamic market, Abe Kosoff announced he would be selling the Thomas G. Melish Collection. Although it […]
Canada: New gold and silver Proof coins feature growling grizzly bear in ultra high relief
The Royal Canadian Mint has released new gold and silver Proof-quality coins which feature perhaps one of North America’s most resilient and iconic mammals, symbolising independence and wonderment. Few North American species are as revered as the enigmatic grizzly bear, a long-time symbol of strength and expansive wild spaces. Ursus arctos horribilis, to use its […]
Q&A: Why did the United States not adopt the sterling currency system, as did most other countries that subsequently emerged from British domination?
The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers Q: As the American colonies were once British possessions, why did we not adopt the sterling currency system, as did most other countries that subsequently emerged from British domination? A: The reason was not, as some have suggested, to disassociate the United States from […]
U.S. Mint sales report: week ending September 24, 2023
This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending September 24, 2023. The Mint’s best-selling product last week was the 2023-S U.S. Mint Proof Set (23RG), which sold 6,735 units. In second place was the 2023-S U.S. Mint Silver Proof Set (23RH), with 1,232 sold. The third best-selling item last week was the 2023-S Peace silver […]
United Kingdom: First gold and silver bullion coins launched from the 2024-dated Britannia bullion range
The Royal Mint has launched the first bullion coins from the 2024 Britannia bullion range. The Britannia bullion range is one of the most sought-after in the world, with its innovative security features making it appealing to investors. The easily identifiable measures are: · Located on the lower left, a latent image in the shape […]
Bowers on Collecting: hobby versus industry
The following is re-posted from the “Bowers on Collecting” column on Coin Update Recently, I have been going through old Coin World columns and other items in connection with writing my autobiography. I came across this, published in Coin World in June 1995 (if you don’t subscribe to this newspaper, you should; plus, you might […]
Presidential silver medal honoring Ulysses S. Grant available October 2
Washington — The Ulysses S. Grant Presidential silver medal will be available for purchase directly from the United States Mint (Mint) on October 2 at noon EDT. Grant was the nation’s 18th President, serving from March 4, 1869, to March 4, 1877. The Department of the Treasury has a long-standing tradition of honoring each President […]
Barbados: New 2023-dated gold and silver bullion coins released featuring Caribbean seahorse
The Central Bank of Barbados has released their annual gold and silver ounce bullion coins, which are part of the series entitled “Caribbean Gold” or “Caribbean Silver.” First released in 2018, the motif on the obverse side features one of the Caribbean Sea’s most unusual and unique aquatic creatures, the seahorse. The gold and silver […]
Doris Kearns Goodwin on numismatist Kenneth W. Rendell and Safeguarding History
(Pelham, Alabama)—On October 3, 2023, Whitman Publishing will release Safeguarding History, the memoirs of internationally famous artifacts collector and dealer Kenneth W. Rendell. Subtitled Trailblazing Adventures Inside the Worlds of Collecting and Forging History, the 328-page book shares Rendell’s business philosophy as well as his life story, and shows why he’s known as the “Indiana […]
PCGS weekly update September 26, 2023
Recent Price Guide Updates MS & PR Lincoln Cents (Wheat Reverse) MS Barber Quarters Indian Half Eagles Indian Eagles California Fractional Gold CoinFacts Narrative Update The $5 1992 1/10-ounce Proof American Gold Eagle was well-struck overall. Examples mostly grade in the PR-68DCAM to PR-69DCAM range, with fewer examples grading at the PR-70DCAM threshold. Read more. PCGS […]
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