We’re back with a round up of coin collecting news and articles from the past week!

US Coins

This week the United States Mint has released the 2014 Presidential $1 Coin Uncirculated Set and the 2014 Proof Gold Buffalo.

The weekly US Mint numismatic product sales report includes the debut of the 2014 Silver Proof Set.

Circulating coin production at the US Mint reached just over 1 billion pieces for April 2014. The article also discusses the Mint’s proposed focus groups and surveys which will be used to understand the public’s use and perception of circulating coins.

Here is a video on the Shenandoah National Park Quarter launch.

The coins of the Saddle Ridge Hoard will be on display this weekend and will be offered for sale on Amazon.com on May 27.

Jeff Garrett discusses the impact of eye appeal on coin prices.

Whitman Publishing has released a new Morgan Dollar book by Miles Standish.

The article series exploring early silver commemorative coins continues with coverage of the California Pacific International Exposition (or San Diego) Half Dollar.

World Coins

The Perth Mint has opened orders for a batch of new product offerings including different versions of the popular Australian Wedge Tailed Eagle coins.

The Royal Canadian Mint has also started accepting orders for their latest monthly releases including high relief coins and a new Bald Eagle series.

The Austrian Mint has officially unveiled their silver coin to mark the 25th anniversary of the Fall of the Iron Curtain.

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Coin Market and Auctions

A 1937 Edward VIII Gold Proof Sovereign sold for a record price of £516,000.

Here are some highlights from the auction of the Moser Collection of Mint State Morgan Dollars, which all together brought $1,574,837.

The finest 1776 Continental Silver Dollar headlines the Eric P. Newman Collection IV Signature Auction to held May 16-17.

One of the finest known examples of the Eid Mar silver denarius will be auctioned on June 3.

Highlights from the 250th auction sale of Fritz Rudolf Künker which will take place on July 2.

Corporate News

Collectors Universe, the parent company of PCGS, has reported record revenue for the third quarter.

Odyssey Marine Exploration has recovered almost 1,000 ounces of precious metals on its first return dive to the wreck of the SS Central America.

Notable Auctions

And now for some notable eBay auctions. Here is an eight coin set of matched classic gold coins including each of the quarter, half, full, and double eagles issued since the Civil War. All coins are graded PCGS MS63 and placed within a framed holder.

Next, the 2012-W Uncirculated Gold Eagle graded NGC MS 70 Early Releases, which had a final audited mintage of 5,829 representing the absolute low for the series.

That’s it for the update. See you next week!

We’re back with a round up of coin collecting news and articles from the past week!

US Coins

During the week, the United States Mint opened sales for the 2014 Silver Proof Set and the Calvin Coolidge Presidential $1 Coin Cover.

Meanwhile, the 2013 Limited Edition Silver Proof Set has sold out of its 50,000 product limit.

Here is the weekly US Mint numismatic product sales report and the monthly bullion coin sales report.

The House of Representatives has passed a bill to authorize commemorative coins to mark the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the National Park Service.

Gold coins from the Saddle Ridge Hoard will come to market starting on May 27. A single 1874-S $20 gold piece will be sold in a live auction at the Old San Francisco Mint, followed by the offering of the rest of the coins at fixed prices.

Coin Grader Capsule tests the new PCGS reconsideration service.

Coin grading firm NGC has announced revised services and fees effective May 1 and June 1.

Coin Rarities & Related Topics discusses the 1792 dime and silver center copper cent patterns.

Q. David Bowers comments on the availability of the 2015 Guide Book of United States Coins, commonly referred to as the Red Book.

World Coins

The Royal Canadian Mint reported a record $3.4 billion in revenue for 2013, with gains seen across their numismatic, foreign coinage, and bullion & refinery segments.

Some reflections one year after Canada’s elimination of the penny from the Brink’s Blog.

The Monnaie de Paris has released gold and silver domed coins to mark the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.

Poland has issued four new coins to mark the canonization of Pope John Paul II.

The Central Bank of Ireland has issued a gold coin remembering the Battle of Clontarf.

Finland’s latest release in the Ethical Collector Coin series celebrates Literacy.

World Mint News Blog takes a look at a new medal from the Royal Dutch Mint with an intriguing design concept and looks ahead to upcoming releases from the Royal Canadian Mint and Perth Mint.

Coin Market and Auctions

Here are some highlights from the upcoming Legend Morphy Regency Auction VII.

The Heritage Central States Numismatic Auctions realized a total of $53.6 million with highlights including the Riverboat Collection of territorial gold pieces.

A coin market report following the Central States convention.

An example of the 2007-W American Platinum Eagle “Frosted FREEDOM” variety realized $69,300 at auction.

And now for some notable eBay auctions. First, the 2012 America the Beautiful 5 oz Silver Bullion Coin Set, including the El Yunque, Chaco Culture, Acadia, Hawaii Volcanoes, and Denali designs.

Next, the conditionally rare 1987 American Silver Eagle graded PCGS MS70.

That concludes another weekly recap!

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We’re back with a round up of coin collecting news and articles from the past week!

US Coins

The introductory pricing period for the 2014 National Baseball Hall of Fame Half Dollars will conclude on April 28 at 5:00 PM ET. The regular prices will reflect increases of $4 per coin.

The weekly sales report contains the latest sales numbers for the US Mint’s numismatic products.

Great Smoky Mountains 5 Ounce Silver Bullion Coins have temporarily sold out.

The United States Mint’s website has an article providing information and insight on creating the Kennedy Half Dollar.

Here is a look back at the 1998 Kennedy Collector’s Set, which contained a half dollar struck with a special matte finish.

An exit interview with Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee member Michael Olson.

The inside story on the Sacagawea Dollar from former US Mint Director Philip N. Diehl.

Treasure hunters will return to the SS Central America, which may be the site of an additional $86 million of gold.

World Coins

The Royal Australian Mint has launched a new silver proof high relief coin featuring the “Mob of Roos” design and a set of impressive coins to honor Australian recipients of the Victoria Cross.

The Royal British Mint has sold out of their first £20 for £20 silver face value coin and plans a second release which will commemorate the centennial of the outbreak of World War I.

From Hungary, a new coin honors composer Béni Egressy.

The Mint of Poland has launched a new concept in coinage with an open cube shaped coin honoring the canonization of Pope John Paul II.

A Russian factory has released kilo sized silver coins to commemorate Crimea-Russia “Reunification.”

Coin Books

A book review of American Gold and Platinum Eagles: A Guide to the U.S. Bullion Coin Programs by former US Mint Director Edmund C. Moy.

Q. David Bowers recalls his book A California Gold Rush History published back in 2002.

A review of Bowers recently published U. S. Liberty Head $20 Double Eagles, The Gilded Age of Coinage.

Coin Auctions

Rare Mormon coins were auctioned by Heritage this week. The $10 gold piece mentioned in the article sold for $705,000.

Dave Harper provides a report from the Central States Numismatic Society convention.

Another report from the convention which includes some results from the Heritage auction.

And now for some notable eBay auctions. First, here is the classic key date 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent graded PCGS MS65BN.

Next, the 2008-W Silver Eagle Reverse of 2007 graded NGC MS 70. Some 2008 coins were inadvertently struck with the reverse of the prior year, creating the first significant variety for the series.

That concludes another weekly recap!

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We’re back with a round up of coin collecting news and articles from the past week!

US Coins

Circulating coin production at the United States Mint reached 1.025 billion coins in March. Preliminary mintages have been provided for the Shenandoah National Park Quarter and Herbert Hoover Presidential Dollar.

The US Mint recently shared feedback from stakeholders on possible changes to circulating coins. Aluminum alloy metals have been removed from consideration for alternative compositions.

The weekly numismatic product sales report includes the debut numbers for multiple products. The newly released 2014-P Great Smoky Mountains National Park Five Ounce Silver Coins are already near a sell out.

Mint News Blog shares the arrival of the 2013 Theodore Roosevelt Coin and Chronicles Set, which contains the Presidential Medal struck in one ounce of .999 silver.

In an interview, the CCAC Chairman Gary Marks calls for “coin designs that reflect our time.”

World Coins

Queen Elizabeth II recently presided over Maundy Thursday ceremonies at Blackburn Cathedral in Lancashire.

Two recent releases in this year’s Europa Coin Programme honoring European composers include a coin from France for Jean-Philippe Rameau and a coin from Italy for Gioachino Rossini.

An overview of the short lived coinage of New Guinea.

The first release in a new coin series struck by the Perth Mint featuring Disney charters depicts Mickey Mouse in “Steamboat Willie.”

Samples of 2015 Lithuania Euro Coins have been minted.

Zimbabwe’s plans to import coins from the United States to alleviate a coin shortage have collapsed.

NGC has graded their 30 millionth coin. World coins now comprise the fastest growing segment of NGC certification.

Coin Books

The 68th Edition of the Guide Book of United States Coins, popularly known as the Red Book, has been released.

A new book by Mark Ferguson The Dollar of 1804 – The U.S. Mint’s Hidden Secret will reveal newly discovered facts about the famed 1804 Silver Dollar. For details go to www.1804Dollar.com.

Coin Market and Auctions

A report from the Chicago International Coin Expo, where rare types in high grades brought crazy prices.

Another market report discusses the Baseball Hall of Fame Coins and NGC world rarities sold at recent auctions.

An example of the one-quarter ounce 2007 Proof Platinum Eagle “Frosted Freedom” variety is up for auction.

Two recently discovered matte proof 1922 High Relief Peace Dollars will be auctioned at Goldberg’s Pre-Long Beach Auction.

And now for some notable eBay auctions. Here is a complete set of all six of the 2014 National Baseball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coins graded PCGS PR70 or MS70 with the “First Pitch Baltimore” designation.

Next, a lot of two 1924 Saint Gaudens Gold Double Eagles graded PCGS MS63 and housed in old rattler holders.

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US Coin News

This week, the United States Mint opened sales for three major products. This began with the release of the 2014-P Great Smoky Mountains Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin, which represented the first numismatic release of the year for the large sized silver coin series. Later in the week, sales also began for the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Dollar products and the 2014-W Uncirculated Silver Eagle.

The numismatic product sales report issued at mid-week showed the opening figures for two sets of products and placed the Baseball Hall of Fame Silver Dollars extremely close to a sell out. By April 9, sales had been received to account for the entire maximum authorized mintage of the silver dollars, indicating a sell out. The US Mint continues to accept orders for placement on a waiting list.

Meanwhile, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee discussed candidates for a potential new reverse design for the American Silver Eagle and made a recommendation for the design shown as this week’s coin image.

Here is a video and article on the legal battle a California man has mounted against the government to retain ownership of a 1974-D Aluminum Cent.

World Coin News

The Royal British Mint has released the precious metal versions of the crown coin issued to mark the 300th anniversary of Great Britain’s last Stuart Monarch.

The Royal Mint Blog explains the legal tender status of the £20 silver coins which were offered for sale at their face value.

The Perth Mint has released a new 1/2 oz silver bullion featuring the Great White Shark, which is limited to a mintage of 300,000 pieces.

A gold coin released by Finland pays tribute to the birth of Finland’s national currency and numismatics.

Lastly, a new silver ducat from the Royal Dutch Mint features the province of Drenthe.

Auction and Market News

Here are results from the Stacks Bowers auction held for the Whitman Coin & Collectibles Baltimore Expo, highlighted by a Nobel Peace Prize Medal which realized $1,116,250.

Coin Rarities & Related Topics explores “The Riverboat Collection” of private and territorial gold coins which will be offered at the upcoming CSNS convention.

Also at the CSNS auction will be the only known 1942 Lincoln Cent pattern struck in aluminum.

And now for some notable eBay auctions. Here is the 2006-W 20th Anniversary Gold Eagle Set, which includes the one ounce proof, reverse proof, and uncirculated gold coins.

Next, a complete 5-coin set of the 2010-P America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coins with all coins graded PCGS SP70 First Strike.

That’s it for the weekly recap! See you next time!