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October 31, 2008: Premiums for Junk Silver, Roman Coin Treasure, State Quarter Poems

October 31, 2008: Premiums for Junk Silver, Roman Coin Treasure, State Quarter Poems

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We’re back for a double round up of coin collecting news from around the web!  First, more on the excessive premiums for acquiring physical silver. Also, the new ANS headquarters, one million pennies searched, Roman coin treasure, Dealer’s Deal show, State Quarter Poems, and notable auctions. On to the links…
In the [...]

October 29, 2008: Big Premiums for Silver, Reverse of 2007 Variety, Mint Error News

October 29, 2008: Big Premiums for Silver, Reverse of 2007 Variety, Mint Error News

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Here comes another round up of coin collecting news from around the web! First, a look at the big premiums charged for buying physical silver. Also, opinions and recommendations on coin and bullion investing, 2008-W Silver Eagle Reverse of 2007 Variety follow up, coin firm merger, Mint Error News, and notable auctions. [...]

October 28, 2008: Prospecting for Gold, Hawaii State Quarters, Coin Market Report

October 28, 2008: Prospecting for Gold, Hawaii State Quarters, Coin Market Report

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We’re back with another daily round up of coin collecting news from around the internet! First, an article about the growing number of people trying their hand at prospecting for gold. Also, the Hawaii State Quarter, Theodore Roosevelt’s legacy for coin collectors, a duo of coin market reports, and notable auctions. [...]

October 27, 2008: Gold and Silver Demand, US Mint memo, Coin Dealer Interview

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We’re back with a round up of the best and brightest coin collecting news from around the web.  First, an article focusing on the Royal Canadian Mint’s efforts to meet gold and silver demand. Also, Gold and Silver Eagle premiums, US Mint memo, the eBay lawsuit, nice local article on a coin [...]

October 25, 2008: Gold and Silver from COMEX, eBay Antitrust Claims, State Quarters

October 25, 2008: Gold and Silver from COMEX, eBay Antitrust Claims, State Quarters

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Here is your belated update of coin collecting news! First, examining some of the factors keeping the price of gold down. Also, 2008-W Platinum Eagle sales figures, Lithuanian Commemorative Coins, NGC Registry Awards, eBay sued in antitrust claims, the State Quarter Curse, and notable auctions. On to the links…
Every time there’s an [...]

October 23, 2008: Gold, Silver & Platinum, Ancient Roman Coins at Auction

October 23, 2008: Gold, Silver & Platinum, Ancient Roman Coins at Auction

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We’re back with another round up of coin collecting news from around the internet! First,  stories on gold, silver, and platinum. A unique opinion on Presidential Dollars, 2008 American Legacy Collection, ancient Roman coins, eBay rumor, and notable auctions. On to the links…
The decline in gold has brought some naysayers back [...]

October 22, 2008: State Quarter Perspectives, Paypal Micropayments, Hollow Spy Coins

October 22, 2008: State Quarter Perspectives, Paypal Micropayments, Hollow Spy Coins

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We’re back for another round up of coin collecting news from around the web! Gold and platinum fall again as Paul Volcker reappears. Also, one option for 2008-W Platinum Eagles sells out, coin dealer reader reviews, coin identification, State Quarter Program perspectives, Paypal micropayments, and notable auctions. On to the links…
Precious [...]

October 21, 2008: US Mint Holiday Catalog, Coin Market Perspectives

October 21, 2008: US Mint Holiday Catalog, Coin Market Perspectives

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We’re back with another daily round up of coin collecting news! First, some thought provoking stories on gold. The US Mint’s holiday catalog and one curious omission, more on Presidential Dollar coins, numismatic crimes website, coin market perspectives, and notable auctions. On to the links…
From the Numismaster market update How [...]

October 20, 2008: Presidential Dollar Commercial, Jack Lee Lincoln Cent Collection

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We’re back for another round up of coin collecting news from around the web. First, a so-called “stupid” sign of the times. Also, USA Today on Presidential Dollars, deeper coin market analysis, Jack Lee Lincoln Cent Collection, Treasure in the Cellar, and notable auctions. On to the links…
In an odd sign [...]

October 17, 2008: 2008-W Platinum Eagles Return, One Cent Debate, Polish Euro Coins

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Get ready for another round up of coin collecting news from around the web! Even as gold declines it continues to reach new highs. Also, the return of 2008-W Platinum Eagle, Mint error coins, what will grace Polish Euro coins, one cent debate around the world, and notable auctions. On to the [...]