Welcome to Coin Update!
We’re here to bring you another round up of coin collecting news and articles from around the internet! First, describing and identifying Proof Like Ultra High Relief Double Eagles. Also, the proposal for Gettysburg commemorative coins, Presidential Dollar products sold out, updates on America the Beautiful silver coins, John Jay Pittman, proof Gold and Silver Eagle values, the UK’s 1996 Treasure Act, the upcoming Fort Worth ANA show, and notable auctions. On to the links…
A closer look at Proof Like 2009 Ultra High Relief Double Eagle Gold Coins. NGC has awarded the “PL” designation to about a thousand coins which exhibit fully proof like surfaces on the obverse and reverse.
Another bill has been introduced which seeks commemorative coins related to the Gettysburg campaign. Oddly, this version of the bill specifies maximum production of only 100,000 for the clad half dollar included in the program.
Over the past few days, the US Mint has ended sales for several Presidential Dollar products. Here’s a look at the products and last reported sales figures from Mint News Blog.
Some new information on America the Beautiful Silver bullion coins in this Numismaster article. A new coining press is due to be installed at the Philadelphia Mint today. Release date for the bullion coins… late summer or early autumn.
Last Thursday, an event on Capitol Hill was held to call attention to the release of the 2010 American Veterans Disabled for Life Silver Dollars.
David L. Ganz writes on the accomplishments and collections of John Jay Pittman.
Coin Values Online examines some of the recent, extreme price fluctuations for Proof Gold Eagles and Proof Silver Eagles.
A UK woman who found a coin in her mother’s garden as a child was prosecuted under the Treasure Act for not reporting the find. A subsequent story questions whether the find may pre-date the Act.
Heritage will offer a bonded mated pair of 1972-S Proof cents at the upcoming Fort Worth ANA auction. The post provides a great description of the error type and how it can occur.
The ANA Museum Showcase at Fort Worth will include rare Double Eagles and three historic Quintuple Stellas.
This post from Stella Coin News describes two fresh collections heading to DLRC auctions, which include proof and MS type coins and bust coins.
And now for some notable auctions. First, a complete run of Proof Silver Eagles from 1986 to 2008. All coins are in their original US Mint boxes with COAs.
An interesting US Mint product of the past, the 1993 Philadelphia Gold and Silver Proof Set. The set includes the $25, $10, and $5 Proof Gold Eagles, the Proof Silver Eagle, and a silver 200th Anniversary Medal.
Last, a 1934-S Peace Dollar NGC MS 64. This coin is the often considered a key date for an uncirculated Peace Dollar collection.
That wraps up this update. Have a great evening!
That’s crazy that that woman was prosecuted after finding a coin in her Mom’s garden! Sometimes I think our gov’ts get a little obsessive.