1980-D Susan B. Anthony Dollar. Image: CoinWeek. By Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker for CoinWeek Notes ….. In 1979, one year prior to the issue of the 1980-D Susan B. Anthony dollar, the small clad dollar was released with a great amount of fanfare. The new dollar coin depicted the eponymous American suffragette and was the first United States circulation strike […]
Total Sellout Expected EAGAN, Minn., May 6, 2024 (Newswire.com) – Asset Marketing Services (AMS), one of the largest direct-to-consumer retailers of collectible coins, is set to release the 2024 Wedge-Tailed Eagle Proofs from Australia’s Perth Mint. These new proofs feature an intricate design from John Mercanti, the former 12th Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint. […]
In 1977, the production of the Eisenhower Dollar continued, marking the second-to-last year of this coin’s circulation. The Eisenhower Dollar, initially introduced in 1971 to honor the late president, faced challenges due to its lack of popularity in everyday transactions compared to the widely used $1 Federal Reserve Note. As the 1970s progressed, efforts to […]
EAGAN, Minn., May 6, 2024 (Newswire.com) –GovMint, a leading direct-to-consumer retailer of collectible coins, has announced the launch of the Tenth Anniversary 2024 Wedge-Tailed Eagles from Australia’s Perth Mint. This release features a highly detailed new design created by John Mercanti, the former 12th Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint. Historic Collaboration and Collector Response […]
Insights into the 1993-P American Silver Eagle Proof 1993-P American Silver Eagle Proof. Image: Stack’s Bowers / CoinWeek. Production Shift to Philadelphia Mint The 1993 Proof American Silver Eagle was minted at the Philadelphia Mint, signifying a production shift from the San Francisco Mint. This shift was part of the overall allocation of minting responsibilities […]
The Beauty of the Walking Liberty Half Dollar Coins hold a special place in the hearts of collectors and enthusiasts, with each piece telling a story of history and artistry. One such coin that stands out for its beauty and significance is the Walking Liberty half dollar. The Walking Liberty half dollar was minted during […]
Proof American Silver Eagles From 1991 to 1999 Enthusiasm for Proof American Silver Eagles waned from 1991 to the end of the decade, despite the significance of the 1995-W coin. The 1992-S American Silver Eagle saw a decrease in sales to 498,654, down almost 13,000 coins from the previous year. The United States Mint maintained […]
May Product Launches from the U.S. Mint May stands out as the most active period in three months for product launches from the U.S. Mint, featuring five days dedicated to releasing new coins and sets, compared to four in April and two in March. Additionally, there’s a high number of distinct product options, totaling 12, […]
Costco Adds 1-Ounce Silver Coins to Precious Metals Offerings Costco recently introduced 1-ounce silver coins on its website, manufactured by the Royal Canadian Mint. These coins feature a maple leaf on the front and King Charles III on the reverse, each containing 1 Troy ounce of 99.99% pure silver. Sold in 25-count “tubes” for around […]
Fractional Gold Coins Unveiled by the US Mint The highly anticipated 2024-W Proof American Gold Eagles have been revealed by the United States Mint, showcasing four different sizes of fractional gold coins. These sizes include 1 oz., 1/2 oz., 1/4 oz., and 1/10 oz., with corresponding denominations of $50, $25, $10, and $5 respectively. U.S. […]