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Egyptian pound weakens as dollar nears 52 in local banks
The Egyptian pound lost more ground against the US dollar, with rates pushing past 51.90 in several banks. Gold prices fell and the stock market closed lower for the fifth day running.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
Canadian Dollar Stumbles as USD/CAD Rally Hits Resistance
The Canadian Dollar is losing ground as USD/CAD pushes into overbought territory. Scotiabank sees limited room for more gains and points to resistance near 1.4200.
Pound Sterling Faces Pressure as Hedge Funds Drive Dollar Gains
Heavy hedge fund selling has pushed the Pound Sterling to three month lows against the US Dollar, but JPMorgan warns that further declines could set the stage for a rebound if month end flows intensify
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
Canadian dollar faces tough road as US rate gap and trade strains linger
CIBC Capital Markets warns the Canadian dollar will stay weak as US-Canada rate differences grow and trade friction drags on. Relief for CAD may not come until 2027, according to new forecasts.
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
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
How the 1837 Feuchtwanger Cent Nearly Changed US Coinage
The 1837 Feuchtwanger Cent was a privately issued coin that gained public acceptance during a national coin shortage, offering a glimpse of what US currency could have become if Congress had chosen a different path
Numismatic trivia shakes up coin club meetings
Coin clubs are swapping lectures for trivia contests and knowledge games. These activities are pulling in new faces, testing what collectors know, and giving meetings a fresh spark.
Collectors Reveal the Coins They Most Regret Letting Go
From rare Buffalo nickels to elusive Morgan dollars, collectors open up about the coins they let slip away-and what those moments taught them about the real value of collecting.
Toned Indian Head cents spark fierce bidding among collectors
Indian Head cents with bold natural toning are now some of the most fought-over coins in the US market. Proofs with green, rainbow, or magenta colors can sell for twice as much as standard coins, but many are still within reach for collectors.
Rare coin auctions top $1 million as collectors chase 2026 issues
Auction prices for rare coins are hitting new highs as collectors go after both classic silver dollars and the latest 2026 coins. The end of the penny and rising premiums on copper cents are changing what people spend and what they stash away.
US bans foreign coins and shrinks the cent in 1857 currency overhaul
The Coinage Act of 1857 forced foreign coins out of US circulation and introduced a smaller, nickel-based cent. This move standardized American money and ended the use of Spanish and Mexican silver in daily transactions.
CIB Egypt funds Turkish textile group with $80 million loan
CIB Egypt is lending $80 million to EMS Eroglu Knitting to help expand its textile complex in Qantara West. The deal targets export growth and thousands of new jobs, giving a lift to Egypt's industrial sector.
Pound Sterling slides further as dollar gains strength
The British Pound has broken through key support against the US Dollar. Lloyds says a real recovery will take more than a short-term bounce, as bets on more Federal Reserve tightening grow.
US dollar stays strong as oil price slide fails to shake Fed outlook
The US dollar keeps its edge despite oil prices dropping below key levels. Analysts say Federal Reserve policy is still the main force in currency markets, while the euro struggles as central bank paths diverge.
Mexican peso set for 9% drop against US dollar, says Crédit Agricole
Crédit Agricole expects the Mexican peso to lose about 9% of its value against the US dollar by the end of 2027. The bank's forecast points to a shift in currency trends across Latin America.
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