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How to identify Type I 1956 Proof coins | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.Knowing the two varieties of 1956 Proof half dollars can lead to some big scores in online auctions.As Ron Guth writesin PCGS CoinFacts, the U.S. Mint used two different reverses to strike this coin. The Type I reverse was used on Proofs and Circulation strikes. The Type II was used on
United Kingdom: Bank of England unveils new banknote portrait of HM King Charles III | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The Bank of England has unveiled (20th December) the obverse portrait of HM King Charles III which will be depicted on banknotes from 2024. The portrait of His Majesty shows him dressed in the robes of the Order of the Garter with a greater portion of the collar and robes being include
United States Mint announces 2023 American Innovation $1 Coin Program designs | Coin Update
Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) officially announced the designs for the 2023 American Innovation $1 Coin Program. This multi-year series that started in 2018 honors innovation and innovators by issuing $1 coins for each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the five U.S. territ
Wednesday, December 28, is the last day to order Negro Leagues Baseball and National Purple Heart Hall of Honor commemorative coins | Coin Update
The following was sent in an e-mail to the numismatic pressCollectors should be aware that Wednesday, December 28, is the last day to order both the 2022 Negro Leagues Baseball commemorative coins and the 2022 Purple Heart Hall of Honor commemorative coins.The 2022 Negro Leagues Baseball commemorati
Central States plans three new areas for 2023 expanded convention | Coin Update
(Schaumburg, Illinois) December 16, 2022 — Three new bourse floor areas will be added for the convenience of collectors and dealers at the next Central States Numismatic Society (CSNS) convention in the Chicago suburb of Schaumburg, Illinois, April 27-29, 2023.In addition to adding 100 tables to the
Longtime numismatic leader Tom Uram to run for ANA president | Coin Update
Tom Uram, president of the Pennsylvania Association of Numismatists (PAN), former chairman of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC), former American Numismatic Association governor, and the first recipient of the ANA’s Chester L. Krause Memorial Distinguished Service Award, is running for P
A brief history of Canada’s coinage, and some advice for collectors | Coin Update
100 Greatest Canadian Coins and Tokens, by Dr. Harvey B. Richer, is available now. Hover to zoom.Dr. Harvey B. Richer’s new Whitman Publishing book,100 Greatest Canadian Coins and Tokens, premiered this summer at the 2022 convention of the Royal Canadian Numismatic Association in Ottawa. It debuted
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 11, 2022 | Coin Update
This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending December 11, 2022. The Mint’s best-selling product last week was the2022 U.S. Mint Uncirculated Set (P)(D) (22RJ),which sold 4,547 units. In second place was the2022-S U.S. Mint Silver Proof Set (22RH),with 3,200 sold. The third best-sell
Free PNG Grading Service Symposium at 2023 FUN | Coin Update
(Orlando, Florida) December 16, 2022 — Are you a dealer with questions about coin grading and third-party certification services? What are the new owners of NGC and PCGS doing to advance the numismatic marketplace? Will there be more changes regarding grading scales? What’s being done to combat coun
Israel: New gold and silver Proof coins released in ongoing “Biblical Art” series features the story of Moses and the Rock | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The Bank of Israel has released the latest set of gold and silver Proof collector coins which are part of the ongoing series entitled “Biblical Art,” which features some of the most popular stories from the holy book. The latest story, now the 26th year in the series, focuses on “Moses
Q&A: It seems to me that this hobby of coin collecting is based entirely on dollars and cents. Is this correct? | Coin Update
The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’sCoins: Questions & AnswersQ: It seems to me that this hobby of coin collecting is based entirely on dollars and cents. Is this correct?A:If your premise were correct, there would be little collector interest in Conder tokens, which have appreciated b
Famous At Dusk and At Dawn American Eagle coins graded by PCGS | Coin Update
At Dusk and At Dawn one-ounce American Gold Eagles are seen in an innovative Professional Coin Grading Service dual holder that contains the last of the Type I coins and the first of the Type II. They were recently crossed over for encapsulation by PCGS. Courtesy of Professional Coin Grading Service
Spain: New denomination €40 silver coin marks 500th anniversary of first circumnavigation of the world | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The FNMT — Real Casa de la Moneda has released (12th December) new silver and colour commemorative coins marking the quincentenary anniversary of the first circumnavigation of the world in 1522. The event is being commemorated with Spain’s first coin, which includes a denomination of 4
Bowers on Collecting: Among my favorites — modern dollars | Coin Update
The following is a re-post from the “Bowers on Collecting” column on Coin Update.I enjoy modern coins and often order new items of interest from the Mint. Others I buy in the marketplace. A few years ago, I decided to build a full set of modern dollars from the 1971 Eisenhower to date. I was present
Face value: 2004 Wisconsin quarters | Coin Update
2004-S silver Proof Wisconsin quarter from NGC Coin Explorer. Hover to zoom.Keep an eye out for two varieties with an extra leaf in the corn husk; one is more valuable than the other.Just over 450 million 2004 Wisconsin quarters were struck for circulation as the well-received State and Territorial
Croatia: World’s smallest gold coin marks farewell to kuna currency as Croatia adopts euro | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The Croatian National Bank has released new gold coins as both a tribute and farewell to the country’s national currency, the kuna, which has been in use since 1994.The new gold coins are produced by the Croatian Mint at their facilities in Sveta Nedelja, on behalf of the Croatian Nati
CAC coins bring premiums in November | Coin Update
1875-CC Liberty Seated quarter. Briggs 1-A. MS-64 (PCGS). CAC. OGH. Image by Stack’s Bowers Galleries. Hover to zoom.During the month of November, CAC-approved coins fared well in a live auction in Costa Mesa, California, and in many Internet sales. Here are 10 examples that were selected from a lar
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending December 4, 2022 | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending December 4, 2022. The Mint’s best-selling product last week was the2022 U.S. Mint Uncirculated Set (P)(D) (22RJ),which sold 5,864 units. In second place was the2022-S U.S. Mint Silver Proof Set (22RH),with 5,846 sold. The th
Heritage offers one of the rarest Massachusetts colonial coins in existence, certified by NGC | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The coin is likely to sell for hundreds of thousands of dollars in a January auction that features U.S. rarities.Hundreds of exciting vintage American coins certified by Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) are available in an upcoming Heritage Auctions sale. The bidding is scheduled to b
CIT: Cyber Queen — The Beginning | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.Description of the CoinOne side depicts a futuristic cyberpunk-style street scene. In the foreground is a woman with cybernetic implants on a motorcycle, a cat behind her. Below is the year 2023.On the other side is the legendCYBER QUEENin the style of a blue neon sign in front of a wa
Ukraine: Silver Proof coins released in honour of the granting of candidate status for EU membership | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The National Bank of Ukraine has released new collector coins which mark the granting of candidate status of the country to begin negotiations for membership to the European Union. This status became official on the 23rd June of this year. Substantial territories in the Eastern provinc
NCS conservation: A range of U.S. coins benefit from residue removal | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.A Morgan dollar, a Gold Indian, and a “No S” Proof Roosevelt dime all shine after careful conservation.Numismatic Conservation Services (NCS) uses a variety of proprietary techniques to remove harmful contaminants, stabilize, and protect a coin’s surfaces and, in many cases, improve a
Canada: New memorial black ring $2 coin honouring the Late Queen Elizabeth II unveiled | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The Royal Canadian Mint has unveiled a unique numismatic tribute to the Late Queen Elizabeth II in the form of a memorial $2 coin. As 2022 draws to a sombre close, the new $2 circulation coin features a black outer ring to honour Her Late Majesty’s service to Canada during her historic
Canada: Selection of festive silver Proof and colour coins featuring Santa’s workshop and flying reindeer | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The Royal Canadian Mint has released new collector coins in time for the festive season. The range includes silver Proof and illumination highlighted with black light, base metal Proof and colour, as well as Christmas-themed dollar coins included in annual mint sets. Canada is one of o
Q&A: What was the purpose of the $3 gold piece? | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’sCoins: Questions & AnswersQ:What was the purpose of the $3 gold piece?A:Sometimes referred to as “the rich man’s three-cent piece,” it is widely assumed that the $3 gold piece was issued to facilitate the purchase of three-cent stamps b
NAC USA invites its customers to its new offices | Coin Update
From left to right: Giuliano Russo, Shanna Schmidt, and Arturo Russo. Image: NAC USA.NAC USA opened its new business premises in October 2022. When traveling to Chicago, collectors now find a numismatic oasis in the heart of the city. Those who want to consign pieces for one of Numismatica Ars Class
PCGS: USPS statement — December 2022 | Coin Update
Collectors (PSA, PCGS, and Wata) is aware of a very small number of packages that have been reported as delivered to our headquarters in California that were not received nor ever present at our facility. We are working with the United States Postal Service (USPS) and Postal Inspector to identify an
CIT: Iron Maiden — Fear of the Dark | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.Description of the CoinOne side features the cover of the ninth studio album of the English heavy metal group Iron Maiden with the titleFear of the Dark.The other side features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley (initials: IRB); around it,ELIZABETH II 5 DOLLARS COO
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 27, 2022 | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending November 27, 2022. The Mint’s best-selling product last week was the2022 U.S. Mint Uncirculated Set (P)(D) (22RJ),which sold 3,572 units. In second place was the2022-S U.S. Mint Silver Proof Set (22RH),with 3,063 sold. The t
United Kingdom: New gold and silver Proof and colour coins continues “Music Legends” series featuring timeless Rolling Stones | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The Royal Mint has launched its fifth collection of gold and silver Proof coins which is part of the ongoing series entitled “Music Legends.” Honoured or featured for 2022 is the extraordinary rock band the Rolling Stones, who this year celebrate 60 years as a performing musical act. S
Austria: Annual New Year’s €5 coin for 2023 features the story of the lucky pig | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The Austrian Mint has launched their 2023-dated annual €5 New Year’s coin, which rekindles a centuries-old story about fortune during challenging times. The latest New Year coin features a lucky pig because this likeable and intelligent animal has long been a symbol of good luck in Aus
Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez on collecting, investing, and writing about American Silver Eagles | Coin Update
TheGuide Book of American Silver Eaglesexplores topics such as investment strategies, collecting scarce and valuable dates, and how to avoid counterfeits, along with a coin-by-coin market analysis. Hover to zoom.A Guide Book of American Silver Eagles, volume 27in Whitman Publishing’s best-selling “B
Malaysia: New silver Proof and colour coins released for 50th anniversary of the city of Kuala Lumpur | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The Bank Negara Malaysia has released silver Proof commemorative coins, which are in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the capital city of Kuala Lumpur.The obverse side of the coins, produced in silver and Nordic gold, feature images of the Kuala Lumpur skylin
Germany: Second Christmas silver coin highlights the Moravian star in tribute to Bethlehem | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The German Federal Republic’s Ministry of Finance and Munze Deutschland have released (24th November) their second Christmas-themed coin, which is in tribute to both the Moravian Church founded in 1727 and the exquisite star shape referred to as the Moravian star. The story and backgro
Bowers on Collecting: Some notes on the 1883 Liberty Head nickel Without Cents | Coin Update
The following is re-published from the “Bowers on Collecting” column on Coin UpdateOn January 30, 1883, the first Liberty Head nickels were struck for circulation. By that time, 1,451,500 Shield nickels had been made with the 1883 date. This caused a flurry of speculation in Proof 1883Shieldnickels,
U.S. Mint sales report: Week ending November 20, 2022 | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending November 20, 2022. The Mint’s best-selling product last week was the2022-S American Innovation $1 Reverse Proof Set (22GC),which sold 39,327 units. In second place was the2022-S U.S. Mint Proof Set (22RG),with 8,990 sold. Th
Q&A: I have a naturally dark (not tarnished) Jefferson nickel. What caused the discoloration? Is it valuable? | Coin Update
The following is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’sCoins: Questions & AnswersQ:I have a naturally dark (not tarnished) Jefferson nickel. What caused the discoloration? Is it valuable?A:Off-color Jefferson nickels are not uncommon, and are known in hues ranging from smoky blue through deep purple, to
Heritage offers CAG-certified Apollo 11 artifacts from astronaut Michael Collins | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.CAG certified the historic provenance of dozens of Space Race collectibles in the December 2022 auction.Many historic Space Race artifacts from the personal collection of astronaut Michael Collins that have been certified by Collectibles Authentication Guaranty (CAG) are being offered
France: Proof gold and silver coins introduce new “Women of the World” series, launching with the legendary Grace Kelly | Coin Update
Hover to zoom.The Monnaie de Paris has launched a new series of collector gold and silver coins which focuses on the contributions of not only French women but women everywhere. Following the earlier series entitled “Famous Women of France,” the new series expands its reach to include famous women o
NGC and NCS announce revised services and fees for 2023 | Coin Update
The changes to NGC and NCS services and fees are effective January 1, 2023.Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) and Numismatic Conservation Services (NCS) are making a few updates to their submission forms, fees, and tier requirements for 2022. A full list of the changes for NGC and NCS submissions is