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June 12, 2008: Direct Ship Presidential Dollars, 2009 Coin Books
By admin | June 12, 2008
Welcome to Coin Update!
First up, a recap of a tumultuous year for gold. Also, the US Mint’s new Circulating Presidential Dollars Direct Ship Program, three coin bills move their way through the system, 2009 Coin Books, eBay’s Paypal in Austrailia, the Collector Forum held by Ed Moy, State Quarter designs, and notable auctions. On to the links…
A nice recap of the past year’s events that shaped the path for gold.
Are gold and silver reaching a seasonal low?
The US Mint announced a new program to ship Presidential Dollars directly to interested individuals and establishments at face value with no charge for shipping and handling. Notably, this program bypasses the Federal Reserve Bank distribution system and competes with the US Mint’s own offerings for Presidential Dollar bags and rolls.
A trio of coin bills passed on Tuesday, bringing commemorative programs for Mother’s Day Coins, Army Infantry Coins, and Disabled Veterans Coins one step closer to reality.
A review of two 2009 Coin Books from Coined For Money.
The ANA announces the winner of the 2008 National Coin Week Treasure Hunt.
Remember eBay’s plan to make Paypal the only payment method available in its Australia marketplace? The launch has been delayed by an Australian commission which overseas competition, citing concerns about the “anti-competitive effect” of the plan. (via Only eBay.)
Take a look at some of the rarities from the upcoming Heritage June 2008 Summer FUN auction.
Numismaster provides a recap of the recent Collector Forum held by US Mint Director Edmund Moy in Phoenix.
Have you ever wondered about the design process needed to create each Statehood Quarter?
And now for some notable auctions. First, a nice example of the 1795 Flowing Hair Half Dollar.
Next, a 6 Coin NGC Multi-Holder Set of 2004 Wisconsin State Quarters including high grade proof, uncirculated, and extra leaf varieties.
Remember the “Virgin Mary Grilled Cheese” that sold for $28,000 on eBay? I guess this is the State Quarter version.
That’s it for now. See you Friday!
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