Happy Friday from Coin Update!
Once again, we have a round up of some of the most interesting or important coin related stories from around the web. First up, one article each on gold and silver. Also, some follow up pieces regarding eBay’s first quarter results, NGC confirms two reverse types for the 2008-W Silver Eagle, 1804 Dollar auction results, a Friday video, and notable auctions. On to the links…
Is $1,000 Gold very cheap?
This is the first time I have seen the term “Silver Rush” used. The article talks about a jeweler calling for people to cash in their old silver coins.
A few follow up pieces on eBay’s results from yesterday. Only eBay points out the biggest concern of many investors- eBay’s sagging growth in active users. The New York Times has a few words with eBay’s new CEO about upcoming changes to the site.
NGC has confirmed that 2008-W Uncirculated Silver Eagles were struck with two different reverse types. They are designating coins struck with last year’s reverse as “Reverse of 2007.”
Will we see Reagan on the $100 Bill?
The result for the eagerly awaited 1804 Dollar auction: $3.7 Million.
The Royal Canadian Mint launches a series of eight very unique and diverse 2008 Collector Coins. Get the full scoop from CoinNews.
A video break for Friday. Watch this short segment on the history of the Lincoln Cent and the upcoming plans for the 2009 celebration. Found via Coin Collector’s Blog.
And now for some notable auctions. First up, the popular 2006-W 20th Anniversary Silver Eagle Set graded NGC MS70, PF 70, PF 70.
One for the Lincoln Cent collectors. Here’s a 1955 Double Die Lincoln Cent NGC MS 65 RB.
That wraps it up for this week. Have a great weekend!
