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February 11, 2008: Should We Make Cents? 2007 American Eagle Final Mintages, Truckload of 2010 Coins Dumped
By admin | February 11, 2008
Welcome to your Monday and weekend round up edition of Coin Update!
The big story was a Morley Safer CBS report over the weekend that examines whether we should keep the penny. Severe storms cause damage to a US Mint fulfillment facility and delay shipments. And more on the Silver Eagle, American Eagle mintages, a truckload of coins, Britannia, coin dealers, and notable auctions. On to the links…
On Sunday, CBS examined the question “Should We Make Cents?” Morley Safer’s report included an interview with US Mint Director Edward Moy and a tour of the US Mint. Here is the article, full size video of the report, and full size video of the tour.
Severe storms in the South damage the US Mint’s fulfillment center and cause delays for shipments.
A truckload of 2010 coins was dumped after a tractor trailer accident.
The campaign to save Britannia continues.
An in depth look at the history, design, prices, and mint figures of the American Silver Eagle.
Just around the corner Dave Harper talks about the final mintages for bullion versions of the Buffalo Gold plus the American Silver, Gold, and Platinum Eagles.
An interesting look at different categories of coin dealers.
Where to Begin Coin Collecting, some suggestions from this Numismaster article.
First reports of 2008 dated coins found in circulation!
On to some notable auctions. I have always been a fan of the Liberty Nickel. Here is an extraordinary 1906 Proof Liberty Nickel graded PCGS PR66 on eBay.
A very tough Ultra Cameo to find. Here is a 1950 Lincoln Cent NGC PF 67 RD Ultra Cameo on eBay.
Have you heard of Mad Marty? Up on eBay, here is a collection of Proof and Special Mint Sets that he cherry picked.
That’s it for today. Have a great Monday!
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