Welcome to Coin Update!
We’re back with one more round up of coin collecting news and articles to take you into the weekend! First, there is a resolution for the America the Beautiful Silver Bullion Coins situation, with the program relaunched today. Also, circulation release dates for the 2011 quarters, commemorative coins from the Royal Canadian Mint, silver coin quiz, Wikileaks coin related documents, new Money Museum, the secret history of the first U.S. Mint, a new edition of Coingrader Capsule, and notable auctions. On to the links…
The United States Mint has established a set of specific terms and conditions for any authorized purchasers who would like to purchase and distribute the America the Beautiful Silver Bullion Coins. The prices charged would be limited to a 10% premium and all coins must be distributed to the public with a limit of one coin per design per household.
Some additional thoughts on the resolution at Mint News Blog, which includes a listing of the US Mint’s 11 authorized purchasers.
A reflective post from Dave Harper. After the almost certain sell out of the ATB Silver Bullion coins, where do we go from here?
Mark your calendars, the release dates for the 2011 America the Beautiful Quarters are available.
After 1,750 people signed an online position, the Royal Canadian Mint will issue 2011 commemorative coins for the Highway of Heroes.
Test yourself with this 20 question quiz on silver coins, originally written in 1955.
Documents from Wikileaks on placing Ronald Reagan’s likeness on a coin or currency and how U.S. ambassadors helped Spain fight Odyssey Marine Exploration for 17 tons of gold and silver coins.
On January 3, 2011, the Money Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City’s Denver Branch will open. One of the highlights of the museum is the “$30 million” wall.
The new book The Secret History of the First U.S. Mint sounds intriguing. It will be released in January, for now here is a brief article.
Did huge asteroids bring gold and other precious metals to infant Earth?
The latest Coingrader Capsule deals with a coin grading disagreement with ANACS for a Walking Liberty Half Dollar.
And now for some notable auctions. With the sesquicentennial coming up next year, here is the Civil War Battlefields Commemorative Coin 4 Coin Set, including proof and uncirculated versions of the gold and silver coins.
Next, a collection of Canadian Silver Maple Leaf coins from 1988 to 2004, with many extras for a total of 35 coins.
Last, a 1927 Saint Gaudens Double Eagle, graded NGC MS 65 with the star designation for exceptional eye appeal.
That’s it for this update. Have a great weekend!
