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CAC Grading Sells 20000 Signed Labels for Numismatic Charities
CAC Grading auctioned 20,000 hand-signed certification labels by founder John Albanese, raising a six-figure sum for coin clubs, numismatic groups, and food pantries. This one-time event closes the chapter on Albanese's signature on CACG labels.
Rare 1961 Franklin Half Dollar Error Sells for Over 46000 Dollars
A 1961 Proof Franklin Half Dollar with a dramatic doubled die reverse has sold for 46125 dollars. Only about 1000 examples are believed to survive, making this variety a standout in US coin collecting
Hungarian Mint Issues 5000 Forint Coin Honoring the Pumi Dog
Hungary's latest commemorative coin features the Pumi, a herding dog with a distinctive curly coat. The 5000 forint issue is part of a series celebrating the country's working breeds and reflects the ongoing role of animals in Hungarian rural life.
China's Reversed Dragon Dollar Pattern Set for High Stakes Auction
A 1911 Reversed Dragon Dollar Pattern from the Qing Dynasty, graded MS-66, is expected to fetch up to $600,000 at auction. This rare coin captures the final days of imperial China's monetary ambitions and the abrupt end of an era.
Bureau of Engraving and Printing scraps Maryland move, focuses on Washington DC overhaul
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing has dropped its Maryland relocation and will instead pour resources into new equipment and security at its historic Washington DC site.
Pulaski Shipwreck Gold Coin Reveals Lost American Wealth
A $5 gold coin minted in 1836 and lost in the 1838 Pulaski disaster has been recovered from the Atlantic, offering a rare glimpse into early US currency and the personal fortunes carried by travelers before the Civil War
Ancient coins show the Odyssey's grip on currency
Homer's face, mythical monsters, and epic scenes turned ancient coins into portable stories. These rare pieces reveal how money became a tool for rivalry and mythmaking among Greek and Roman cities.
Roman silver coin hoard in Germany spans 300 years of empire
A trove of 934 Roman silver denarii, covering nearly three centuries, is now on display at the LVR-LandesMuseum Bonn. The find sheds light on ancient money and the economic life of Roman Germany.
Numismatic Bibliomania Society offers new grants for authors
The Numismatic Bibliomania Society is now giving out grants up to $20,000 for authors of numismatic books. The group is also looking for volunteers to help review applications.
Adams Family Coin Collection Auctioned After Decades in Storage
A trove of ancient coins amassed by John Quincy Adams and his descendants was sold in New York after years in obscurity. The sale highlights how changing laws and shifting priorities have transformed the fate of historic collections.
Japan's Coin Metal Value Now Rivals Face Value
Japan's 5-yen and 10-yen coins now contain metal worth more than their face value, raising questions about the future of small change as cash use declines and production costs climb
Carson City Silver Dollar Rarity Reveals Old West Minting Limits
The 1870-CC Seated Liberty dollar, the first silver dollar struck at the Carson City Mint, remains a scarce and historically significant coin shaped by the realities of frontier minting and limited preservation
China's Gold Imports Hit New Highs as Silver Hovers Near Key Level
China is on pace for record gold imports this year, while silver prices test the sixty dollar mark. Central bank buying, shifting demand, and new rules are changing the bullion market.
Stack's Bowers hides $40,000 in coins across four US cities
Stack's Bowers Galleries is stashing $40,000 worth of collectible coins in Miami, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Boston this October. Collectors will have to crack clues and race to claim prizes worth up to $3,500 each.
Bank fraud trial in Egypt pushed to November as court eyes settlements
A sweeping Egyptian bank fraud case with 34 defendants and three banks is on hold until November. The court is giving time for possible settlements in a scheme involving forged documents and over EGP 1.8 million in fraudulent loans.
US Mint reveals 2027 Working Dogs coins supporting service animals
The US Mint has released designs for its 2027 Working Dogs commemorative coins, aiming to support America's VetDogs and honor therapy, service, and police K-9s through gold, silver, and clad denominations
Rare 2004 Proof Dime Error Surfaces Still Sealed in US Mint Set
A 2004-S Proof Roosevelt dime with a dramatic 25 percent obverse indent has been found sealed in its original US Mint Proof Set after 22 years, challenging assumptions about modern mint quality control
Stack's Bowers launches $40,000 treasure hunt in four US cities
Stack's Bowers Galleries will hide $40,000 in numismatic prizes across Miami, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Boston this October, offering treasure hunters five chances in each city to claim certificates worth up to $3,500.
How Cleaning and Alterations Impact Coin Value and Certification
Coin collectors often encounter coins labeled as cleaned or altered by grading services. Understanding how these designations affect value and resale prospects is essential before making a purchase or seeking authentication.
Five Rare 1907 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles Set for $7 Million Display
A $7 million lineup of five 1907 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles will headline the Great American Coin & Collectibles Show, offering collectors a rare look at the technical and artistic journey behind one of America's most iconic gold coins
Rare 2026 Team USA Silver Eagle Coin Enters Auction After White House Event
A 2026-P American Silver Eagle with the TEAM USA privy mark, never sold by the US Mint and struck in just 403 pieces, is now up for auction. Its unique distribution to Winter Olympians and Paralympians reshapes the series' rarity scale
Gold Moroccan coins solve 1633 English Channel shipwreck mystery
More than 400 gold Moroccan coins have cracked a decades-old mystery, confirming the identity of a 17th-century Dutch shipwreck off England's south coast and revealing new details about early trade routes.
Paraguay Unveils New Guaraní Banknotes After Six Decades
Paraguay's Central Bank will reveal a full redesign of the guaraní banknotes on October 5, marking the first overhaul in more than 60 years. The new series shifts focus from historical figures to indigenous culture and national biodiversity.
Gold and Silver Dealers Adapt as Local Demand Shifts
Decades of experience in gold and silver trading have shaped how local bullion dealers respond to changing demand for coins, jewelry, and precious metals. Their evolving role highlights the practical realities of physical currency markets.
Goloid Dollars and the Failed Quest for a New US Coin Metal
A little-known 19th century plan to create US coins from a gold-silver-copper alloy called goloid triggered fierce debate and exposed the deep fractures in America's monetary system after the California gold rush
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