Coin Collecting

June looks to be a busy month for the United States Mint. Among the first new products to hit the numismatic street will be two silver proof sets -- a core annual offering and a two-coin set featuring San Francisco minted American Silver Eagle coins. On Monday, June 4, the 2012 Silver Proof Set will be released for $67.95, the same price as last year's issue [...]  

According to the latest report from the U.S. Mint, sales of both gold and silver bullion coins rebounded strongly during May. Sales of the American Gold Eagle bullion coins during April had declined to only 20,000 ounces, the lowest monthly sales since ...  

When a gold investor decides to take the leap and “get physical,” the first step is usually the purchase of a gold bullion coin. Many investors in the US, with good reason, are attracted to the American Gold Eagle coin for its liquidity ...  

Got enough gold bullion lying around? Have spare cash? It's probably not a bad idea to diversify a bit with some of the prettiest numismatic coins on market: The MS-63 Saint Gauden. As bullion prices continue to fall amid across-the-board selloffs in the ...  

The U.S. Mint’s sales of American Eagle gold coins in May more than doubled from April as prices of the precious metal declined. Sales were 53,000 ounces, compared with 20,000 ounces in April and 62,500 ounces in March, according to the Mint ...  

Debuting products led U.S. Mint sales but a number of silver coins and a few gold coins also appeared prominently on the sales charts. Newly released 2012 U.S. Mint Uncirculated Coin Sets reached opening sales of 164,459 to lead all collector offerings last week. While other world mints would be thrilled to score such high sales [...]  

The latest releases in the Diamond Jubilee commemorative coin program from the Perth Mint of Australia feature two large gold and silver coins. A Diamond Jubilee is a celebration marking 60 years of a British monarch's reign, and the last one occurred in 1897 for Queen Victoria. Celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II [...]  

2012 $500 PURE GOLD AND $50 FINE SILVER COINS - 100 YEARS OF THE CALGARY STAMPEDE 2012 In 1912, working cowboy and trick roper Guy Weadick ... will appeal to serious rodeo enthusiasts and coin collectors alike, who can also look forward to ...  

Redlands police are investigating a smash-and-grab robbery that happened Tuesday, May 29, at a collectible-coin shop on Redlands ... an outside window to gain entrance and then broke the glass on several display cases, he said, with some reports ...  

In a recent Penny Stock Detectives article, editor Danny Esposito highlights that, for the first quarter of 2012, the World Gold Council has indicated that demand for gold bullion exchange-traded funds (ETFs), gold bullion bars and coins increased 13% from ...  

ATLANTA, May 24, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- The word is getting out: Investments are too risky! Collectible Rare coins are now in demand, and The Numis Network Silver Premier Club is proven to beat out everyone else! The MS70 coins from the Silver Premier Club keep their long term value...  

When we last visited the sordid life of U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (Ill.), his ex-wife filed an FEC complaint against him for funneling campaign money to his ex-mistress, Dodie McCracken. This, despite the fact that Kirk put his ex-wife on his 2010 ...  

ATLANTA, May 24, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/-- The word is getting out: Investments are too risky! Collectible Rare coins are now in demand, and The Numis Network Silver Premier Club is proven to beat out everyone else! The MS70 coins from the ...  

Gold advanced for a second straight day Friday but those gains stacked smaller against three days of prior losses and prices resultantly ended 1.4% lower this week. Gold was pressured most of the week by the U.S. dollar which strengthened as concerns grew over Greece possibly leaving the European Union. [...]  

American Gold Eagle bullion coins and 1 oz. Canadian Gold Maple Leaf bullion coins. The APMEX Physical - 1 oz. Gold Redeemable Trust intends to provide investors with access to the gold market while providing the liquidity of an exchange-traded security.  

The store, situated in a jewelry store environment, buys and sells gold, silver, and platinum jewelry; rare and silver coins, investment bullion; diamonds, pre-owned Rolex watches, and sterling flatware. “Southern Bullion is honored to be part ...  

Columbus — A West Columbus comic book store reports several silver coins were stolen during a burglary Tuesday morning. According to a police report, someone entered the Black Hole Comics store located at 5457 Norton Rd. by entering through a ...  

Demand tumbled last month for American Eagle silver and gold bullion coins, according to April sales figures reported by the United States Mint. The pace was down from the previous month and a year ago, with 22-karat American Eagle Gold coin sales in April notably the weakest for a month since June 2008 [...]  

CHIKMAGALUR/MYSORE: A team of archeologists have excavated Roman silver coins at Anuvanahalli in Tarikere taluk in Chikmagalur. It is now believed that the Romans might have tried to trade in medicinal plants which were found abundantly in the ...  

A newly introduced Senate bill calls for commemorative coins in calendar year 2016 to honor the Pro Football Hall of Fame located in Canton, Ohio. Matching language to a House version (H.R. 4104) which was submitted for consideration in late February, the Pro Football Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Act would authorize gold, silver and clad commemorative coins in calendar year 2016 to recognize and celebrate football, its legends and to...  

Stack's Bowers Galleries, leading auctioneer and retailer of premium collectible coins, currency and precious metals, announces the offering of a sophisticated collection of United States Federally Issued banknotes pedigreed as the Watermelon Collection. This advanced assortment covers nearly all genres of the large size type issuance and will be a featured collection in the Stack's Bowers Galleries Official Auction of the American Numismatic...  

SARASOTA, Fla., May 10, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), a Florida-based independent coin certification and grading company, announced today it has graded 25 million coins — becoming the first grading company to reach this ...  

(ChinaPost.com.tw) - Sales of coins commemorating the inauguration of President Ma Ying-jeou were lukewarm yesterday, the first say of sale, amid a low international gold price and the president's plummeting approval ratings.  

The Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office said the coins were in a SentrySafe combination safe which contained thousands of 1 oz. U.S. silver eagle coins and 1 oz. Canadian silver wolf coins, several ounces of 1 oz. U.S. gold eagle and buffalo coins and a 10 oz. bar of silver. The silver coins were in tubes and a box. Tubes with a green lid were labeled 1 through 63 with the year of the coins on the tube.  

The latest sales figures from the U.S. Mint show a continuing trend of lower gold bullion coin sales. Sales of American Gold Eagle bullion coins hit an all time high in 2009 when the Mint sold 1,435,000 ounces. During 2010, sales declined to 1.2 million ...  

We have received a message about from site sponsor RobotKingom.com in regards to the recently revealed Collector Coin box: Robot Kingdom wrote:Dear customers, Ever got troubled to store the coins from Transformers items? It is our honour to present you a gift from Hasbro Asia. Here is a coin case for those who have collected the following items: MP-09 Rodmus Prime, MP-10 Optimus Prime, MP-11 Starscream, Encore 20 Devastator and DA-15...  

Gold prices declined Tuesday following the U.S. holiday-extended weekend and after two straight session increases. The yellow metal gave back all but 30 cents of those prior-day gains as the U.S. dollar rallied Tuesday after credit agency Egan-Jones downgraded Spain's debt [...]  

A new collector box which is designed to hold and display the Takara Collector coins that have accompanied Takara MP-09 Rodimus Prime, MP-10 Optimus Prime, MP-11 Starscream, Dark of the Moon Jetwing Optimus Prime and Encore 20 Devastator has been revealed on www.Fattoys.blogspot. The box is embossed with an Autobot symbol inside of a Matrix of Leadership like design. The collector box is described as Transformers Offically Hasbro...  

The Canadian Mint has announced a dinosaur discovered in the Peace Country almost 40 years ago will grace a collectors’ coin later this month. The pachyrhinosaurus lakustai – discovered in 1974 by local teacher Al Lakusta – will be the first in a series of four dinosaur coins released April 16.[...]  

As with anything else the condition of your coin is very important for this year you want to have in brilliant uncirculated situation. With the exception with Carson City and San francisco bay area the other mints for this purpose year will have some sort ...  

Gold on Wednesday fell for a fourth straight session and to its lowest price in ten months as investors fled stocks and commodities to the perceived safety of the U.S. dollar. Gold prices for June delivery declined $20.50, or 1.3%, to $1,536.60 an ounce on the Comex in New York. Gold bracketed an intraday low of [...]  

Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), a Florida-based independent coin certification and grading company, announced today it has graded 25 million coins -- becoming the first grading company to reach this milestone. Throughout its 25 years in business, NGC has been instrumental in expanding the coin industry both in the United States and abroad. The company has helped facilitate the acceptance of [...]  

Excerpted from Warman’s U.S. Coin Collecting by Alan Herbert, available from http://www.ShopNumisMaster.com. The most important tool for collecting coins is a magnifier lens: Every coin collector needs at least one magnifier. A magnifier is ...  

NEW YORK (Commodity Online): Sales of both Gold Eagle and Silver Eagle coins crashed for the month of April, latest data from the US Mint shows. Only 20,000 ounces of Gold Eagle coins were sold in April 2012, down 81% from 108,000 ounces sold ...  

The total sales of gold and silver bullion coins detailed above do not include U.S. Mint gold and silver numismatic coin sales which are directly sold to the public.  American Gold and Silver Eagle bullion coins are only sold to a network of authorized ...  

Gold edged about $3 lower Monday as prices consolidated when failing to attain $1,600 an ounce and after two prior sessions in which the yellow metal rebounded by more than $55. "Gold had a really nice rally following a very steep drop, so we might get some consolidation from here as the market prepares to take on $1,600," Bloomberg quoted Feng Liang, an analyst at GF Futures Co. Gold prices for June delivery settled down $3.20, or 0.2...  

About the author David Levenstein began trading silver through the LME in 1980, over the years he has dealt with gold, silver, platinum and palladium. He has traded and invested in bullion, bullion coins, mining shares, exchange traded funds, as well as ...  

Gold and other precious metals slid further Monday. European debt woes continued to drive investors toward the U.S. dollar, with gold prices resultantly falling to the lowest level since December and thereby erasing this year's gains. Gold prices for June delivery declined $23.00, or 1.5%, to $1,561.00 an ounce on the Comex in New York. It was the lowest settlement price since December 29 [...]  

Collectors on Wednesday should expect lower prices for certain numismatic gold coins issued by the United States Mint. Based on the U.S. Mint pricing policy and as a result of consistently lower precious metals prices, price cuts should be applied across several numismatic offerings to include American Gold Eagles, American Gold Buffalo Coins, First Spouse Coins, and Star-Spangled Banner Commemorative $5 Coin products [...]  

Taipei, May 21 (CNA) Sales of coins commemorating the inauguration of President Ma Ying-jeou were lukewarm Monday, the first say of sale, amid a low international gold price and the president's plummeting approval ratings. There were no lines of people ...  

(TrendHunter.com) Coin collectors will be ecstatic to own the Royal Canadian Mint 2012 Dinosaur quarters. These quarters not only have detailed pictures of dinosaurs on them but also glow in the dark to show their...  

Taipei, May 21 (CNA) Sales of coins commemorating the inauguration of President Ma Ying-jeou were lukewarm Monday, the first say of sale, amid a low international gold price and the president's plummeting approval ratings. There were no lines of people ...  

The Royal Canadian Mint already has begun selling commemorative coins marking the war's bicentennial. In January, the mint released its 2012 silver dollar featuring images of an Iroquois warrior, a British sergeant and a French-Canadian soldier ...  

However, after 1895 till 1993 this morgan silver dollar prices mint switched being the US Assay Office for gold and silver and ultimately bought with the Nevada state in 1939 from the federal government. The Denver Mint produces number of coins such as ...  

Not only does Liberty Coin & Precious Metals have the lowest premiums on the Gold Eagle, Gold Krugerrand, Gold Maple Leaf & Gold Perth Bar, but also on numismatic and rare coins, such as Saint Gaudens and Morgan Dollars. While gold scams have scared many ...  

Sterling Silver has long been a popular commodity to trade and collect, and many of today's investors look to silver as a way to protect the wealth they have accunulated. Junk silver coins are everyday coins that have value in their silver content, and most older everyday US coins are 90% silver. Collecting and profiting from them is easier than you think ...  

American Eagle coins are a common form of bullion coin in the U.S. and other popular bullion coins that are widely available include the Gold American Buffalo, Canadian Maple Leaf, South African Kruggerrand and Chinese Panda and Austrian Philharmonic.  

The Perth Mint of Australia is expanding on its 2012 koala silver coin series with the release of two new strikes. The 2012 Australian Koala 5 Oz Silver Proof Coin and the 2012 Australian Koala Gilded Silver Coin are both available now directly from the Perth. These two new silver coin issues feature the same basic obverse and reverse designs as first seen on the 2012 koala bullion coins which made their debut on November 1, 2011 [...]  

CoinWeek (blog)Where Bullion Investing And Coin Collecting Merge – PART 2CoinWeek (blog)By Al Doyle on April 30, 2012 6:31 AM by Al Doyle for CoinWeek Collectors with a hard money mentality who want to go beyond familiar series such as the American silver Eagle and Canadian Maple Leaf have a growing number of options when it comes to ...and more »  

Not that they have been bad investments. The coin issued to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the death of Nelson was priced by Spink at the end of the year of issue (2005) at £555 in gold. The latest price quoted by Spink for this coin is £1,600.  

The proposal hinges on the fair market value of an American Silver Eagle dollar, which is currently about $35, according to Shapiro. As an example, an employee paid by the town could elect to be paid half in paper dollars and half in American Silver Eagle coins.  

Gold and silver prices continued to drift lower Tuesday, but platinum closed higher for the first time in more than a week and palladium settled up for the first time since Thursday. Gold was again pressured by a weaker euro and stronger U.S. dollar as the yellow metal fell to the lowest point in more than 4-1/2 months [...]  

Opening sales performances are in for the 2012 Presidential $1 Coin Uncirculated Set and bags of Chester Arthur Presidential $1 Coins. The latest sales figures from the United States Mint also reveal deepening demand for bullion Gold Eagles. American Gold Eagle bullion coins are on a fiery pace with 26,000 ounces moved through the first eight days of May. The total is already ahead of last month by 6,000 ounces and above February by 5,000 [...]  

SARASOTA, Fla., May 2, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) has released an online price guide of Chinese Panda coins 1974 to date. The NGC Chinese Modern Coin Price Guide, accessible on NGC's website, is a comprehensive free ...  

Long term gold and silver investors who have gradually accumulated physical precious metals over the years have seen the value of their holdings increase substantially when measured against the value of the paper dollar.   Astute investors realize that a ...  

People interested in collecting ancient coins and currencies have good news. The city will play host to the 3rd National Numismatic Exhibition 2012. About 700 artefacts, apart from coins and paper money, would be featured at the exhibition. A large variety ...  

Park Avenue Numismatics, a leading rare coins and precious metals dealer announced today the launch of its mobile version of their popular online Rare Coin and Bullion website to mobile site m.parkavenumis.com. Inspired by an increasingly mobile society ...  

Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) has released an online price guide of Chinese Panda coins 1974 to date. The NGC Chinese Modern Coin Price Guide, accessible on NGC's website, is a comprehensive free resource and includes silver, gold, platinum, palladium and bi-metallic Panda coins and medals. Values for more than 640 Panda issues are available, as well as photographs of different issues. Many coin prices will be updated regularly. All...  

Coin Update NewsAmerican Gold and Silver Eagle Bullion Coin Sales ReboundCoin Update NewsAlso this month, the US Mint began sales of the 2012 American Gold Buffalo bullion coins. For the month of March, the US Mint recorded sales of 62500 troy ounces worth of Gold Eagles. This included 57500 one ounce coins, 2000 half ounce coins, ...American Eagle Gold, Silver Bullion Sales Bounce in March but Down from 2011CoinNews.netAmerican Silver Eagle...  

Available now from the Royal Canadian Mint are five 2012 Maple Leaf Forever Coins struck in varying sizes of platinum, gold and silver. The coins expand on a popular series which was introduced by the Mint last year. The Royal Canadian Mint's newest Forever Maple Leaf Coins include a massive one kilogram gold coin, a one ounce platinum coin, a one kilogram silver coin, a 1/10 ounce gold coin and a 1/2 ounce silver coin. All feature a unique...  

These NEW pristine condition $1 Million dollar bills come complete in their own exclusive sealed silver embossed presentation packs making them not only a superb family heirloom to admire at your leisure but they also make fantastic unique gifts for any occassion.  

IRIS reported that broking firm SMC Global gave following outlook on bullions and base metals segment: Bullions: Gold along with silver may trade with weak bias due to euro zone crises and rising dollar index. Gold can trade in range of 28,300 to 28,500 ...  

HYDERABAD: ‘Old is gold’ is a well-known saying, but is an understatement when it comes to the wide array of rare coins and bank notes displayed at the 3rd National Numismatic Exhibition - 2012 at Maruti Gardens convention centre, Lakdikapul.  

"It was fun for us." March marked the one-year anniversary of the Pitchers' coin collecting, with a total of $272. This meant the three organizations would receive $90 each. Delivering the checks brought a feeling of gratification for Chase, who held a ...  

WEST POINT — U.S. Mint pressman Gloria Goda placed a blank silver coin in the machine before her, sprayed air on it to remove any impurities and hit a button. One, two, three quick strikes of the machine's dies, and out popped a shiny new ...  

The shops sells collectable bullion coins, with recent releases celebrating the Olympics, the Diamond Jubilee and Nelson Mandela. "Feedback from our stores and brokers is that at least 50 per cent of the bullion coins enquiries are from European customers ...  

There are two types of Krugerrands: bullion coins and proofs. Bullion coins are the ones in which you would be interested for investment purposes. Proof Krugerrands, which are aimed at collectors, look slightly different, are highly polished and far scarcer.  

... be purchasing coins, paper currency, gold and silver on behalf of their global network of collectors, dealers and refineries. The event, which runs May 22-26, is free and open to the public. For more information or directions, please call 217-787-7767.  

CoinWeek (blog)ANA Seeks Donations of Morgan Silver DollarsCoinWeek (blog)By American Numismatic Association on April 9, 2012 1:50 PM Morgan silver dollar collectors can help ensure that this magnificent coin series is forever preserved for future generations to enjoy and study through a program spearheaded by former ...  

2012 — The silver Morgan dollar, named after the United States Mint Assistant Engraver, George T. Morgan, was the first standard dollar minted after the passage of the Fourth Coinage Act. Minted for only 43 short years, the coin is rare and in high ...  

Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) has authenticated and graded the single known example of a distinctive Stella variety as PF-60, J-1636a. The Stella, or four-dollar gold piece, was coined solely as a series of pattern pieces dated 1879 or 1880 in two major types. Both show a left-facing bust of Liberty on the obverse and a five-pointed star on the reverse, from which the coins get their popular name "Stella." More often seen is the...  

Gridiron greats including former Cleveland Brown Bobby Mitchell are throwing their support to a plan for the U.S. Mint to sell gold and silver commemorative coins whose proceeds would benefit the Pro- Football Hall of Fame. The plan sponsored by ...  

NEW YORK (AP) -- Stocks are down decisively at midday, with the U.S. following Europe lower. Investors are skeptical whether European leaders can succeed at jump-starting the region's economy and preventing a messy exit from the euro by Greece. US sales of ...  

Liberty Coin & Precious Metals offers for sale a rare opportunity to own a piece of American History in the form of the $20 Liberty. Whereas these coins can be found at many dealers for more than $2,000, Liberty Coin & Precious Metals is offering them for ...  

2012-04-11 18:19:02 - Shoppers can now commemorate the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic with The Patriotic Mint’s newly released stock of collectible coin sets. Collectible coins supplier The Patriotic Mint is commemorating the 100th ...  

Commemorative coins honoring Mark Twain could be issued by the United States Mint in 2016, based on legislation which overwhelmingly passed in the House on Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Entitled the Mark Twain Commemorative Coin Act and numbered H.R. 2453, the bill sailed through the House almost without opposition by a vote of 408 to 4. Under the terms of the proposed Act, the Secretary of the Treasury would be required to produce gold and...  

Sheriff's deputies have made an arrest in a burglary in which $70,000 in antique coins and watches were reported stolen from a home near Williams last week. Derick Lee Sewell, 21, was arrested Wednesday as he showed up for court on an unrelated ...  

The busy high volume coin and jewelry store Decatur Coin and Jewelry that is owned by Bennie Strumpher offers customers a wide choice in terms of selection. PRLog (Press Release) - May 08, 2012 - Bennie Strumpher owned company Decatur Coin and Jewelry is a ...  

The Gold Bullion Company have taken delivery of a selection of fine .999 silver coins, including Omnia 1oz Silver Rounds and 1oz Silver Buffalo Rounds; and silver bullion bars ranging from one ounce up to five kilograms. Standout products include the five ...  

For more information about its Titanic coin sets and coin collecting supplies, visit The Patriotic Mint online at http://www.ThePatrioticMint.com. The company also posts about its National Park quarters and other merchandise on Facebook at http://www ...  

Sales of American Eagle gold and silver bullion coins rebounded in March as investors bought on multiple pricing dips. With gold falling 1.3% and silver tumbling 6.2% last month, buyers were able to scoop up United States Mint bullion products at comparative bargain prices. American Eagle Silver sales reached 2.542 million, up 70.6% from February when dismal sales of 1.49 million were logged. The pace, however, was off 8.1% from the same time...  

Thursday, April 19, 2012, the United States Mint issued four 2012-W Proof American Gold Eagle Coins and a Four-Coin Set. Their starting prices range from $215.50 to $3,585.50 since their sizes vary. The most expensive offering is the set containing all four proof coins. American Gold Eagle coins contain 22-karat gold, the standard used for hundreds of years for gold coinage because of its durability, and the coins are made in four sizes. They...  

Adarsh Colony: An ancient coin he received from his grandmother in 1999 cropped the interest of collecting coins in Nishant Mittal, who has coins and currency notes of Australia, UAE, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, UK, Hong Kong ...  

... YORK(Commodity Online): The demand for gold ETF is falling while serious gold bullion investors look for physical gold coins and gold bullion, says Michael Lombardi, leading contributor for financial newsletter Profit Confidential. Lombardi ...  

We've done it again! Announcing to the world that the uniquely Irish designed 1916 Easter Rising 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coins have just been launched. Available in 24 carat gold plate, fine silver plate and bronze finish, these fabulous 1916 ...  

WASHINGTON -- House Oversight Committee Chairman Darrell Issa may be worked up over commemorative coins minted for the General Services Administration's embarrassing Las Vegas splurge, but the George W. Bush administration appears to have made a similar coin. And Issa rather likes such baubles himself.  

WASHINGTON -- House Oversight Committee Chairman Darrell Issa may be worked up over commemorative coins minted for the General Services Administration's embarrassing Las Vegas splurge, but the George W. Bush administration appears to have made a ...  

However, among the measure's chief proponents is the organization American Principles in Action ... The state of Utah enacted a similar law in 2011, allowing tax breaks for gold and silver coins, as well as directing the state to allow payment of debts ...  

Walking Liberty Silver Coins A popular United States coin style has been the Walking Liberty. Sculptor Adolph Weinmanâ??s half dollar design had been minted in 1916 to '45. Every coin is ninety percent silver, weighing 12.50 grams, and 30.6 millimeters across.  

CoinWeek (blog)WHERE BULLION INVESTING AND COIN COLLECTING MERGE – PART 1CoinWeek (blog)By Al Doyle on April 24, 2012 6:51 AM by Al Doyle for CoinWeek Are you a collector or investor? The answer doesn't have to be an either/or proposition. More than a few coin enthusiasts have a favorite series or two they pursue as a hobby while ...  

Despite a late Tuesday afternoon $31+ plunge in gold prices, it is very unlikely that the United States Mint will change prices Wednesday on its numismatic gold coins, or proof Platinum Eagle for that matter. The reason is that the two precious metals have not fluctuated much in London over the last several days. Gold is currently averaging around $1,666 an ounce and platinum's average is just under $1,645 [...]  

BEVERLY HILLS, CA.-A variety of 19th century rarities – from an 1808 quarter eagle to an 1839-O branch mint proof half dollar and an historic 1860 Mormon five dollar coin – highlight Heritage Auctions’ Feb. 2-5, 2012 Long Beach U.S. Coins Signature® Auction.  

President Obama signed the United States Marshals Service 225th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act into law on Monday, April 2, 2012. The Act, now Public Law 112-104, sets the parameters for the United States Mint to produce up to 100,000 $5 gold coins, 500,000 silver dollars and 750,000 clad half dollars in calendar year 2015. These coins will be struck in collector proof and uncirculated qualities, bringing the total types of coins to six...  

Gold rallied Thursday after a prior session loss which was assigned to the Fed's QE3-lacking statement. One day later, a weaker U.S. dollar, less cheerful U.S. jobless numbers and further time to reflect on possible Fed action proved bullish for precious metals. Gold prices for June delivery gained $18.20, or, 1.1%, to $1,660.50 an ounce on the Comex in New York. Intraday prices reached a low of $1,642.50 and a high of $1,662.00 [...]  

JERUSALEM.-The Israel Museum presents a new exhibition featuring 500 of the first coins ever minted, providing an intimate look at the dawn of coinage. Struck in western Asia Minor (present-day Eastern Turkey) during the mid-seventh century BCE, and made ...  

Gold turned slightly lower Wednesday, but was well off an earlier low which was triggered by an instant view from the Federal Reserve's latest statement that a fresh round of quantitative easing was unlikely any time soon. Gold prices for June delivery dipped $1.50, or, 0.1%, to $1,642.30 an ounce on the Comex in New York. The yellow metal traded between $1,625.00 and $1,647.60 [...]  

Debuting sales figures are in for the five 2012 Proof American Gold Eagle products. Between the Gold Eagles' release on Thursday, April 19, and through to Monday, April 23, the United States Mint registered total sales of $8,245,152.00. The tally is a bit underwhelming when contrasted against last week's reported proof Silver Eagle sales debut of nearly $18 million or, for that matter, when compared against the opening sales of last year's...  

KOTTAYAM: The Kottayam Philatelic and Numismatic Society, in association with Kottayam Public Library, is organizing an exhibition of stamps, coins and currencies at KPS Menon Hall here from May 11-13. The event is being to commemorate the 75th ...  

Based on the recent upward trend in the gold market compared to nearly one week ago, price increases for U.S. Mint numismatic gold coins are possible. (Jump to table of likely coin prices.) Basically, if the London gold PM Fix is $1,650.00 or higher on Wednesday, then prices will rise for commemorative gold and other numismatic gold coins that are produced by the U.S. Mint [...]  

... a national website that buys and sells rare coins, currency, and bullion. Our staff has over 40 years combines experience in U.S. and foreign numismedia, exonumia, notaphily, ephemera, militaria, gold and silver bullion. In addition to the coins ...  

The U.S. Mint has, and persists to strike silver quarter dollars for un-circulated and proof sets, occasionally as 90% and even 99.9% pure silver. Take a look at a more complete article on this silver coin in this article: http://silvercoins.ag/washington ...  

Today, April 12, 2012, the United States Mint released the 2012-W Proof American Silver Eagle at 12:00 Noon ET. Its initial price is $59.95, but as with all coins containing precious metals, the amount is subject to change. During the course of sales last year, the proof's pricing changed twice due to major swings in the precious metals market. To place an order for the American Silver Eagle, visit the United States Mint website product page...  

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP – Those who enjoy history, art and a bit of mystery need look no further than the coins in their piggy bank for new worlds to explore. Jason O’Grady of Northfield, president of the Atlantic County Numismatic Society, has been jazzed ...  

According to Fat Toys Corner Blog, Hasbro Asia have released a special collectors coin box that was designed to display all the commemorative coins that have been released with with the Masterpiece MP-9 Rodimus Prime, Masterpiece MP-10 Optimus Prime ...  

The British gold sovereign was first minted in 1489 to honor King Henry VII, and when the coins were first minted they were 96 percent gold, which meant they were 23 carats. But the value of the gold isn't the only reason why coin collectors treasure the British Sovereign. The scarcity of the coins, along with their rich history, makes sovereign coins very valuable to many collectors.  

Gold etched out a gain of 0.1% Thursday but was limited by a firming U.S. dollar. Silver proved to be the modest leader of precious metals on the day, advancing 0.9%. Gold prices for June delivery climbed $1.80 to $1,641.40 an ounce on the Comex in New York. Prices ranged from an intraday low of $1,631.20 to a high of $1,654.90 [...]  

The U.S. House of Representativeson Wednesday overwhelmingly passed a bill that would require the Treasury Department to issue Mark Twain gold and silver commemorative coins in 2016, with revenue from the sales to benefit the Mark Twain House ...  

As Canadians prepare for their new glow in the dark quarter featuring a bone structure of a Pachyrhinosaurus, Americans are still stuck with good ol' 25 cent George Washington. Instead of collecting the state quarters or crossing borders for the innovative Canadian coin, sports fans can collect these top five commemorative coins that represent some of their favorite professional sports like the NBA, NFL and MLB.  

Designed by Royal Mint engraver, Lee Robert Jones, the coin commemorates a maritime legend. The Titanic coins [http://www.royalmint.com/shop/titanic_2012_5_pound_alderney_brilliant_uncirculated ] depict the instantly recognisable profile of RMS Titanic ...  

The organization buys collectable coins, paper currency, gold and silver. They're also looking for things like vintage toys and guitars. The show's manager says with the current state of the economy, they're seeing people sell more items to pay the bills.  

The Marudhar Arts from Bangalore will auction old coins, stamps and notes on Friday and Saturday at the venue and online too on their website, www.maruauction.com. Among the coins up for sale is a one rupee silver coin (30.55 mm to 31 mm ...  

Gold marched ahead 1.8% this week despite a loss of more than $20 on Friday. U.S. stocks, gold and other commodities declined Friday as data showed a cooling in China's growth and euro debt worries resurfaced as the cost to insure Spanish debt climbed to an all-time high. Against these backdrops, the U.S. dollar firmed and precious metals slid. Gold prices for June delivery declined $20.40, or 1.2%, to close at $1,660.20 an ounce on the Comex...  

Collectible coins supplier The Patriotic Mint is commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Titanic’s tragic sinking with several newly released coin sets, available now at http://www.ThePatrioticMint.com. The merchant’s limited-time selection of ...  

Clientele will be able sell precious metals, including jewelry, as well as purchase physical gold and silver bullion and coins. About Cache Metals Bullion dealer, Cache Metals is a leader in Canada's physical precious metals industry. Cache Metals offers a ...  

Commonwealth countries such as Canada and Australia are joining the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations by striking their own commemorative coins. Here the three countries' coins are ...  

Commemorative gold and other numismatic gold coins from the United States Mint are poised for price cuts Wednesday, April 11, based on the bureau's pricing policy and the latest direction of the precious metals market. While the U.S. Mint was using a price bracket of London gold from $1,650.00 to $1,699.99 an ounce, the yellow metal's weekly average plunged to $1,635 an ounce on Tuesday, thanks in part to a shortened week due to the Easter...  

Another quarter would go to the Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford, CT, represented by Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), who introduced companion legislation in the Senate. From Mothers Day to the National Future Farmers of America, a host of ...  

In thin trading Monday, gold rose for a second straight day. Gains immediately prior to the extended holiday-weekend were attributed mostly to bargain hunting. Advances on Monday were credited more toward Fed stimulus hopes which were reignited by disappointing U.S. jobs numbers. Gold prices for June delivery added $13.80, or 0.8%, to $1,643.90 an ounce on the Comex in New York [...]  

Gold declined Friday, securing a second straight weekly loss along with other precious metals. Gold prices fell in four of the last five days as investors' instead favored the U.S. dollar which extended its winning streak to ten sessions. "When the market gets very nervous, then they (investors) buy dollars and gold finds it difficult to rally," Bloomberg quoted Jesper Dannesboe, an analyst at Societe Generale SA in London. "Given what's...  

A former manager of the American Numismatic Association Money Museum has been sentenced to 27 months in prison for stealing nearly $1 million worth of rare coins. He pleaded guilty to the crime in January. The American Numismatic Association says that ...  

And with the precious metal trading at around $31 per ounce, it's far more affordable than gold. You could buy 51 silver coins for the price of just one gold coin. Based on a $31 spot price, here are some silver bullion price quotes that I found on Kitco ...  

Gold declined Monday and for a second straight day as early gains in the U.S. dollar helped drive the yellow metal to its lowest settlement price since April 5. Gold prices for June delivery declined $10.50, or 0.6%, to close at $1,649.50 an ounce on the Comex in New York. Gold's intraday low and high were $1,642.00 and $1,659.60. Gold rallied for a good portion of last week, advancing 1.8% [...]  

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... meeting these standards will now be required for all coins listed with a Buy It Now, reserve, or start price of $2,500 and above. eBay also announced that it was showcasing a collection of more than 300 Morgan Dollars, valued at more than $1 million ...  

... with National Coin Collectors Association are at the Holiday Inn in Portsmouth through Saturday purchasing coins, paper currency, gold, silver and other unusual items. The event has been going on since Tuesday, and according to Eddie Stambaugh, a vice ...  

... over $47,000 in collectable silver coins and beautiful non-silver coins from the Franklin Mint for my retirement because I thought the scarcity and limited edition minting of these coins would drive up their value over the years and because ...  

A Queensland driver has tried in vain to argue it is "impossible" for him to pay a speeding fine because the Australian constitution states the government can accept only coins made of gold or silver as payment for debts. Indeed, section 115 of the ...  

Gold prices edged higher Thursday after the yellow metal settled to its lowest point of the year on Wednesday. Gains were limited by the U.S. dollar which turned up against other major currencies for a ninth straight session. Gold prices for June delivery rose $1.30, or 0.1%, to $1,595.50 an ounce on the Comex in New York, trading through a daily range of $1,585.00 to $1,602.20 [...]  

Stack's Bowers Galleries, leading retailer and auctioneer of premium collectible coins, currency and precious metals, and division of Spectrum Group International, Inc. (SPGZ.PK), tomorrow will unveil its first GOLD to go™ ATM machine at the Golden Nugget Casino in Atlantic City, N.J. The world famous hotel and casino is the second location in North America with a permanent installation of a GOLD to go™ ATM, with the first located at the...  

Lot 20 – 2011 was the 25th Anniversary of the minting of the first American Silver Eagle in 1986. To commemorate this anniversary, the US Mint created 100,000 sets with five coins in each set. The sets were limited to five per household and sold for ...  

... the notion that the demand for gold bullion has fallen. “That statement is false,” says Lombardi. “Demand for gold ETFs is clearly falling; however, the demand for actual physical gold coins and gold bullion has increased significantly ...  

Visit the new website: http://www.cachemetals.com About Cache Metals Cache Metals is a leader in Canada's physical precious metals industry. Cache Metals offers a range of products including gold and silver bullion bars and coins. Cache Metals also has ...  

JERUSALEM.-The Israel Museum presents a new exhibition featuring 500 of the first coins ever minted, providing an intimate look at the dawn of coinage. Struck in western Asia Minor (present-day Eastern Turkey) during the mid-seventh century BCE, and made ...  

D ear Mr. Berko: During the past 25 years, I purchased more than $47,000 in collectible silver coins and beautiful non-silver coins from the Franklin Mint for my retirement because I thought the scarcity and limited-edition minting of these coins would ...  

NEW YORK (Commodity Online): United States Mint sales of gold and silver bullion coins rose from February to March but were down compared to the same month a year ago. The Mint sold 62,500 ounces of gold coins in March, up from 21,000 in ...  

Gold rallied 1.2% Thursday, posting a gain in four of the last five sessions. The yellow metal was off 40 cents on Wednesday which snapped a three-session winning streak. Gold was supported on the day by a weaker U.S. dollar. Gold prices for June delivery rose $20.30 to settle at $1,680.60 an ounce on the Comex in New York. The metal moved between an intraday low of $1,651.00 and a high of $1,681.30 [...]  

MUMBAI (Commodity Online): Riddisiddhi Bullions Ltd (RSBL), the leading bullion traders in India, has launched a new portal dedicated to selling gold, silver, coins and bars on Akshay Tritiya festival, considered auspicious time to buy gold in India.  

American coin production rose sharply in March and over the same time a year ago, newly released figures from the United States Mint reveal. Despite a circulating coin output that consisted of minimal quarters and dollars, the production pace surged 34.8% from February and overshadowed March of last year by 61.0%. For the year and first quarter, circulation production totaled 2.16406 billion coins -- the quickest yearly start since the U.S...  

Gold futures extended losses yesterday and slipped by another 54 Rs to settle at 29129 as the US dollar strengthened against its major counterparts, following the release of better-than-expected US manufacturing data. Silver trading range for the day is 56401-57879.  

NEW YORK (Commodity Online): United States Mint reported that the sales of gold and silver coins bounced back in March this year from February but remained well below January's levels. The US Mint has sold 10,459,000 ounces of silver and 214,500 ...  

The Siena Hotel Spa Casino is hoping to start a modern-day gold rush. The hotel will give away gold coins daily and a chance to win 40 pounds of solid gold bullion — estimated at more than $1 million, according to the Siena — on the resort ...  

LUDHIANA: Thirty five years old Amit Bhatt, a resident of BRS Nagar is a numismatist and he has inherited this taste from his father who also had a hobby of collecting coins. When Amit Bhatt, a businessman from BRS Nagar, spreads out his ...  

Yeager embezzled rare coins from the American Numismatic Association Money Museum in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where he was collections manager. Yeager then sold the coins at auctions across the country and in Germany and Australia.  

The Siena Hotel Spa Casino is hoping to start a modern day gold rush. The hotel is giving away gold coins daily and a chance to win 40 pounds of solid gold bullion — estimated at more than $1 million, according to the Siena — on the resort ...  

Yeager embezzled rare coins from the American Numismatic Association Money Museum in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where he was collections manager. Yeager then sold the coins at auctions across the country and in Germany and Australia.  

However, the legislation goes on to dictate: “All surcharges received by the Secretary from the sale of coins issued under this Act ... Another quarter would go to the Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford, Conn., represented by Sen.  

NumisMaster.comType Coins Lead Show Want List ItemsNumisMaster.comThe longer US type gold remains at low premiums, the greater will be the rise when the market reawakens to the desirability of nice coins versus plain old bullion issues. This morning precious metals are active and trending positive with some rather ...  

NumisMaster.comGlue is a Frequent Culprit on CoinsNumisMaster.comAt least two of the glued coins turned out to be the famous 1955 hub-doubled cents. “What is the most common fake, altered or damaged coin a collector is likely to run into?” Probably topping the list of confusing coins are ones with glue on them, ...  

COMMENTARY: Coins, not bills for the dollarGlens Falls Post-StarIn fact, for the past 12 years, I've been using $1 coins as change for my customers. And guess what? People like them. Think about it; if you buy a $12 wash with a $20 bill, would you rather get eight dollar coins or 32 quarters back in change?and more »  

CTV.caLighter coins present a costly hassle to businessesCTV.caIt's a chore business owners say they've been forced to undertake since discovering The Royal Canadian Mint's upgraded coins are rejected by many older vending machines because they aren't as heavy as their predecessors. Though the coins have been ...and more »  

FederalNewsRadio.comTranslucent silver dollars can add beauty to garden, dried flower arrangementsWashington PostThe second, more relaxed way to grow silver dollar plant is as a biennial. Sow the seeds outdoors sometime in early summer — timing is not critical — to rake in your dollars early next summer. Whichever method you choose, give silver dollars a site ...Silver dollar plant can pay off in beautyFederalNewsRadio.comall 4 news articles »  

Block Island Times (blog)'Coins for Campers' fundraiser a huge success!Block Island Times (blog)By Gloria S. Redlich | May 01, 2012 According to kindergarten teacher Deborah Hart and second grade teacher Barbara Michel, the recent fundraiser encouraging students and their families to scour their homes for coins to share with Paul Newman's Hole in ...  

NumisMaster.comViewpoint: Are Coins on Their Way Out?NumisMaster.comIt's a nightmare scenario for coin collectors – coins being replaced by smart cards, a cashless electronic currency system, or by a cyber cash monetary system. Well, I hate to be the one to point it out, but Denmark is already encouraging smart cards, ...  

CoinWeek (blog)End the Unilateral Trade Sanctions on CollectorsCoinWeek (blog)By Wayne Sayles on April 9, 2012 1:46 PM By Wayne Sayles Coin collectors across the US are tired of being singled out with unilateral sanctions. The State Department's assault on our ability to collect coins is killing another American industry and ...  

GamersDailyNewsMaze Magic review (iOS)GamersDailyNewsYour job is to help escort him to safety by tapping out his path and collecting coins and potions along the way. Collecting coins and potions are a key aspect of the game. Use the coins collected to unlock future levels and mazes or new hats and staff ...  

NumisMaster.comEarly Coins Top Baltimore SaleNumisMaster.comIt was graded Proof-64 by the Professional Coin Grading Service. It brought $184000. Prices reported here include a 15 percent buyer's fee. Everything you need for collecting US coins is on this book! Get your copy today! “The sale was extremely well ...  

New Auburn coin shop aims to shineAuburn CitizenIf Scott Marsden had a nickel for all the coins he's collected, he could -- well, nevermind. Marsden, a veteran collector and Cato resident, is the owner of the Auburn Gold and Silver Exchange, a new store on Grant Avenue with a focus on the antique ...and more »  

CoinWeek (blog)World Coin Community Ready for Chicago International Coin FairCoinWeek (blog)(April 9, 2012) – The world coin collecting community will gather at the Crowne Plaza O'Hare April 24-29 as the 37th annual Chicago International Coin Fair comes to the Windy City. CICF is one of the most popular conventions in the US serving the ...  

Hobbies: Wedding favors you can make yourselfScrippsNewsBy CATHIE FILIAN, Scripps Howard News Service Wedding season is here, and DIY brides are putting finishing touches on their big day. Small favors or token gifts are nice flourishes that will leave favorable impressions on wedding guests.  

Other coins, like a 1896 Morgan Silver Dollar with an average quality, can sell for $15,000, Paul said. “There's not even a thousand of them out there, but anything's possible,” Paul said. “But in the Super Bowl, anybody can win ...