Welcome to Coin Update!
We have a quick round up of coin collecting news from around the web before signing off for the night. First, breaking news that the Ultra High Relief Double Eagle Gold Coin might carry a 6 to 9 month shipping delay. Also, NGC and PCGS submission guidelines for the UHR, coin buying advice, the National Coin Week theme, Long Beach Expo, and notable auctions. On to the links…
On Inauguration Day, Gold rose even as the dollar gained and the stock market dropped.
Mint News Blog has the story that the US Mint is providing for a potential six to nine month delay in delivering the 2009 Ultra High Relief Double Eagle Gold Coin.
Are you willing to wait six to nine months for your order? Or will the potential delay change your purchasing decision? Post your thoughts on Coin Network.
Separately PCGS and NGC have posted submission instructions for the Ultra High Relief. No word yet on how the potential multi-month shipping delay might impact Early Releases and First Strike designations.
Some coin buying advice regarding the statement “buy the best quality you can afford.” It doesn’t necessarily mean buying the highest graded coin.
The ANA has announced the theme for National Coin Week from April 19 to April 25 will be “Lincoln’s Legacy: A Nation United.”
The Long Beach Coin, Stamp & Collectibles Expo will mark the 50th Anniversary in numismatics for Chairman Ronald J. Gillio. One of the show’s highlights will be a set of Rainbow Toned Morgan Dollars.
And now for some notable auctions. Count ‘em, Ten 2009 One Ounce American Gold Eagle coins in a single auction.
A collection of 1986 to 2006 $5 American Gold Eagles. All coins are graded NGC MS 69.
Last, the 2008-W Proof Gold Buffalo 4 Coin Set graded NGC PF 70 Ultra Cameo, which continues to drive a strong premium.
