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    September 4, 2008: Playing Card Money, Coins in the Bank, Coin Market Correction?

    By admin | September 4, 2008

    John Quincy AdamsWelcome to Coin Update!

    We’re back for another daily round up of coin collecting news. First, a hedge fund heavily invested in commodities collapses. Also, the coin market correction, Presidential Dollar & First Spouse Medal Set, Playing Card Money, banks and coins, ANA Governor passes away, and notable auctions. On to the links…

    A $2.8 billion commodity hedge fund closes after losing 27% in August.

    Is the coin market in the midst of a correction? Yes, according to this market report from Legend Numismatics.

    The latest Presidential Dollar & First Spouse Medal Set featuring John Quincy Adams and Louisa Adams goes on sale at the US Mint.

    The Royal Canadian Mint has released sterling silver rectangular coins commemorating “playing card money.” Curator & Collector tells the story of how Playing Card Money circulated in New France.

    Does your bank hate your coins?

    The Certified Collector’s Group, which includes NGC, forms an alliance to expand operations in China.

    Silver and Gold Antarctic Explorer Coins are issued by Ireland to celebrate the International Polar Year.

    The 2008 United Kingdom Handover Ceremony Commemorative Coins.

    ANA Governor Radford Stearns passed away on August 31 after a long illness.

    And now for some notable auctions.  First, an interesting State Quarter Double Error. This Rhode Island Quarter is 40% off center with a 37% straight clip.

    Here’s a end roll toned Franklin Half with Full Bell Lines. It’s a 1954-D Franklin Half PCGS MS66FBL.

    And last,  a 1910 Saint Gaudens Gold Double Eagle graded PCGS MS65.

    That’s it for today. See you all Friday!

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    One Response to “September 4, 2008: Playing Card Money, Coins in the Bank, Coin Market Correction?”

    1. Curator and Collector Says:
      September 4th, 2008 at 11:47 am

      Hi there–just a quick note to say “thanks!” for the links. All the best, Nathan

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