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US Leading Economic Index Falls in August, Surprising Forecasters
The Conference Board's leading US economic index slipped by 0.1 percent in August, the first drop since March and a surprise to analysts who expected a small gain.
Countermarked US Half Dollar Triggers Collector Rush
A new US Mint half dollar with a 9/11 countermark has sparked intense demand among collectors and renewed debate over how quickly coins can be adapted to mark major events.
Rising Silver Prices Force Mints to Rethink Collector Coins
As silver prices climb and production costs surge, mints across Europe and beyond are slashing mintages, raising prices, and experimenting with new alloys to keep commemorative coins viable for collectors.
Eisenhower Dollar Prototype Sets Record Auction Estimate
A 1971-S Eisenhower Dollar prototype coin, one of only three known, is heading back to auction with a $264,000 estimate after its discovery in a tube of ordinary silver dollars revealed a unique chapter in US coin history
Kansas City $5,000 Bill Emerges: Only Two Known to Exist
A 1928 $5,000 Federal Reserve Note from Kansas City, one of just two known examples, is headed to auction at GreatCollections. Its appearance highlights how nearly all high-denomination US currency has disappeared from circulation.
Collectors Pass Over Rare US Coin Series Despite Their Scarcity
Several US coin series with low surviving numbers and unique designs are being bypassed by collectors, including proof Liberty nickels, 2-cent and 3-cent nickels, Trimes, and select foreign issues.
Rare 1902 Banknotes Fetch Strong Results at Auction
A 1902 Canadian $5 chartered note and a scarce Wisconsin $100 National Bank Note both sold for notable sums at recent auctions, showing the ongoing appeal and rarity of early twentieth-century currency among collectors.
Rare 1945 Jefferson Nickel Combines Two Major Minting Errors
A 1945-P Jefferson nickel has surfaced with both a prominent doubled die reverse and a curved clip error, offering collectors a rare intersection of two distinct minting mistakes on a single wartime coin.
Digital Dollar Plans Face Resistance Over Privacy and Control Fears
As the EU advances its digital euro and the US debates a digital dollar, concerns over surveillance, spending restrictions, and the end of physical cash are fueling public and political pushback
Rare US Pattern Coins Set New Records at Heritage ANA Auction
A single US gold coin sold for over $2.5 million as Heritage Auctions' ANA event in Pittsburgh saw five coins each fetch seven figures, highlighting the intense demand for rare American numismatic pieces.
No New Two Dollar Bills as US Shifts Focus to Security Upgrades
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing will not produce any new $2 bills in 2026, prioritizing advanced security features and new tactile elements for other denominations instead. Collectors and cash users will see the $2 note sidelined as modernization accelerates.
Sidney Poitier Medal Hubs Reveal Lost Private Mint History
Two massive steel hubs used to create a Sidney Poitier presentation medal for a 2001 scholarship event have reappeared after 25 years. Their survival exposes gaps in private mint documentation and raises new questions for collectors.
Grant's Lost Gold Coin Resurfaces With a Provenance Twist
A rare 1797 gold eagle linked to President Ulysses S. Grant's collection has reappeared in San Francisco, reigniting debate over how much evidence is needed to authenticate a coin's storied past and its journey through collectors' hands
Rare Coins and Historic Currencies Headline Global Auction in California
A four-day auction in Santa Rosa will see over 3,400 rare coins and banknotes cross the block, including a Mughal rupee with only four known examples and a 50-tael Chinese sycee. Collectors and investors are watching for record bids.
US House Votes to End Circulating Pennies After 232 Years
The US House has passed a bill to stop making pennies for everyday use, shifting the one-cent coin to collector-only status. The measure keeps the penny as legal tender, introduces new cash rounding rules, and allows for changes to the nickel's composition.
Confederate Control Turned the 1861 D Gold Dollar Into a Numismatic Outlier
The 1861 D Gold Dollar is the only U.S. coin struck entirely under Confederate rule. Its survival, rarity, and authentication challenges make it a unique Civil War artifact with values now reaching six figures at auction.
Dollar Stalls Despite Fed Rate Hike Bets as Market Doubts Persist
Despite strong expectations for further Federal Reserve rate hikes, Bank of America forecasts the US dollar will remain rangebound through the end of the year as mixed policy signals and global repricing undermine its momentum
Dollar Index Rises as Central Banks Signal Rate Moves
The US dollar has reached its highest point in nearly two weeks as traders anticipate a Federal Reserve rate hike. Oil supply disruptions and persistent inflation are reshaping currency markets ahead of major central bank meetings.
Rare 1894 S Barber Dime Sells for $1.25 Million at Auction
A single 1894 S Barber dime has sold for 1.25 million dollars at auction, highlighting the extreme rarity and enduring intrigue of this historic US coin. The Norweb specimen's return to the market after 36 years has reignited debate among collectors
Swiss Franc Slips as Dollar Gains Ahead of Fed Meeting
The Swiss Franc is under pressure as the US Dollar strengthens before the Federal Reserve's September meeting, with investors watching for a possible rate hike and shifting global yields.
1894-S Dime Tops $1.25 Million as Rare Coin Auction Breaks Records
A rare 1894-S Barber dime sold for over $1.25 million at Stack's Bowers Galleries' Rarities Night, which saw more than $26 million in sales and set new price records for US coins and collectibles.
Collectors Face Tough Choices Over Cleaned Coins in the Resale Market
Cleaned coins divide collectors as resale value, authenticity, and historical context drive decisions. Certified coins offer some protection, but rare varieties and older issues still tempt buyers despite the risks.
Coin Show Listings Face 2027 Deadline for Free Guide Inclusion
Coin clubs and show organizers have until November 2, 2026 to secure a free listing in the 2027 Coin Show & Auction Guide, a key reference for collectors and dealers published by Numismatic News and its sister magazines.
What a Single Lincoln Cent Reveals About US Money and History
If only a Lincoln cent survived from the United States, what would future archaeologists deduce about its economy, technology, and society by examining this small copper coin
US Mint Faces Collector Uncertainty as Trump Coin Sparks Debate
US Mint coin sales stayed slow in July, but attention is turning to the upcoming Donald J. Trump $1 coin, which has stirred debate over putting a living president on legal tender. Collectors and the public are watching closely.
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