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June 13, 2008: National Park State Quarters, Arizona Quarter Launch, 1961 Franklin Half
By admin | June 13, 2008
Welcome to your belated Friday edition of Coin Update!
The update comes later than usual because our two month old Jason had a little bit of a reaction to a vaccination shot. Thankfully, he is doing much better now, but it was a rough time for a while. Here is a picture of the brave little guy!
As for today’s update, first we have a few stories on precious metals. Also, the Arizona State Quarter launch, another angle on the Direct Ship Presidential Dollar program, National State Park Quarters, the 1961 Franklin Half, and notable auctions. On to the links…
“Roller Coaster Ride” is definitely a good way to describe the recent movements in the prices of gold and silver.
Kitco offers a new option to own gold and silver held by Kitco at the Royal Canadian Mint.
Read about some of the festivities surrounding the Arizona State Quarter launch, including a stagecoach delivery and mint flavored ice cream.
The new Direct Ship Presidential Dollar Program from the Mint covered yesterday has given some people a few creative ideas. Since you can buy $500 face value coins for $500, why not use the program as a risk free way to rack up some points on your credit card?
Are dollar coins worth less than paper dollars? The answer is “yes,” according to a psychological study, perception of the value of currency depends on its familiarity. (I actually would have thought the opposite to be the case.)
CoinNews.net covers the latest developments in the proposed National Park State Quarter series.
Is anyone else thinking back to this Onion story about releasing a penny for every county in the United States?
We know about the largest gold coin in the world. Well here’s the largest silver coin in the world, weighing 20.08 kilograms. (via Coinflation)
Numismaster talks about the 1961 Franklin Half. The mintage was over 11 million, but a coin graded MS65 FBL can sell for $1,750!
And now for some notable auctions. First, a major struck through error sealed in a 1999 Mint Set.
Next, an appealing 1909-S V.D.B. Lincoln Cent PCGS MS64RD. At the time of this post the bidding was quickly approaching the Buy It Now price.
Last, a nice example of a 1795 Flowing Hair Half Dollar.
It’s Friday the 13th, be cautious out there and have a great weekend!
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