The United States Mint to Release Missouri American Innovation $1 Coin The United States Mint is set to launch sales for the latest American Innovation $1 Coin honoring the state of Missouri on July 18 at noon EDT. This coin, featuring the innovation from Missouri, pays tribute to the pioneering efforts of George Washington Carver, […]
1864 Liberty Seated Dollar. Image: Stack’s Bowers / CoinWeek. By Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker for CoinWeek Notes ….. The entirety of the 1864 Liberty Seated Dollar business strike production took place on four dates: January 13, April 30, May 17, and July 29. The May and July strikings account for the majority of mintage. For ordinary Americans living through the […]
2006-W American Silver Eagle Burnished. Image: Stack’s Bowers / CoinWeek. By Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker for CoinWeek Notes ….. When the American Silver Eagle debuted in 1986, the United States Mint had Congressional authorization to produce a bullion version with an Uncirculated finish for precious metals investors and a Proof version for the collector market. The Mint produced the bullion […]
Commemorative Coins at the 2024 World’s Fair of Money To celebrate the 2024 World’s Fair of Money in Chicago, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) and Minted Assets will provide the first-ever decimal-denominated legal tender coin during the show. Attendees that visit booth 730 on the bourse floor can receive a free base metal commemorative coin […]
GreatCollections, the official auctioneer of the American Numismatic Association (ANA), will be showcasing America’s first Silver Dollar at booth 201, along with a $30 million collection of trophy coins and banknotes. Two years ago, the 1794 Dollar was acquired by GreatCollections for a record $12 million from collector Bruce Morelan. This coin is widely believed […]
Your coin collection is growing, and as you start to delve into the nuances of coins, you may find yourself pondering the significance of the obverse side. What exactly is the obverse of a coin, and why does it hold such importance? Understanding the Obverse of a Coin The obverse of a coin refers to […]
Understanding the Importance of Coin Cleaning Coin cleaning goes beyond just improving the appearance of your collection. It is crucial for preserving the historical features and value of your coins. By properly cleaning your coins, you can enhance their beauty and maintain their integrity, whether you are a hobbyist or a serious investor. Additional […]
2011-P American Silver Eagle Reverse Proof. Image: Stack’s Bowers / CoinWeek. United States Mint’s Collector Versions of American Silver Eagle The United States Mint’s curation of the collector versions of the American Silver Eagle bullion coin has led to several idiosyncratic issues over the program’s nearly 40 years. The first of these special coin releases […]
The Evolution of U.S. Coinage During the early years of the United States, the $10 eagle was the largest authorized denomination of U.S. coin. However, the California Gold Rush in 1848 led to a significant increase in the amount of bullion being sent to the east, prompting the United States Mint to consider new denominations […]