Welcome back to Coin Update!
We’re back to bring you another round up of coin collecting news and articles from around the internet! First, the upcoming launch ceremony for the final 2009 Lincoln Cent and some of the related events. Also, a new coin video on Peace Dollars, weekly US Mint sales report, 2010 Austrian Mint schedule, counterfeit coin warning, “In God We Trust” controversy (again), 1955 Double Die Lincoln Cent spent into circulation, coin collector viewpoint, elongated pennies, and notable auctions. On to the links…
Tomorrow will mark the release of the fourth 2009 Lincoln Cent design. The US Mint will hold an official launch ceremony in Washington DC, provide coin exchanges, and also unveil the design for the 2010 Lincoln Cent!
A new coin video has been released on CoinsTV.com. Check out the Peace Dollar video for some interesting information about the origins and history of the series.
The latest weekly sales report from the United States Mint is now available. The 2009 Proof Gold Buffalo reached sales of 27,955.
More from Coin Update News:
Austrian Mint 2010 Coin Release Schedule
Following recent warnings from hobby leaders and numismatic publications, the US Mint has issued a counterfeit coin advisory on their website.
Ponterio & Associates has announced their auction schedule for 2010. The first auction will take place at the New York International Numismatic Convention from January 7-10, 2010.
In a recent speech Sarah Palin expressed concern about the placement of the “In God We Trust” motto to the edge Presidential Dollars. A news anchor fact-checked her “conspiracy theory.” Coin collectors will already know that the motto was moved to the obverse of the coin starting in 2009.
Take a second look at your pocket change. A New Jersey coin company has spent into circulation rare coins with an approximate value of $4,000.00. The coins include a 1955 Double Die Lincoln Cent.
A Numismatic News Viewpoint article from a coin collector writing to inform others about one of the potential pitfalls of collecting. He had some unpleasant surprises when he decided to sell his collection.
Do you have any elongated pennies? My wife and I always get one as a keepsake when we come across one of the penny squashing machines.
And now for some notable auctions. First, a very unique short set of Walking Liberty Half Dollars. The collection includes all 20 uncirculated coins and 2 proof coins from 1941 to 1947, with each coin housed in a first generation PCGS rattler holder.
Next, the 2008-W Uncirculated American Gold Eagle 4 Coin Set. This set contains some very low mintage Gold Eagles.
Last, the #1 Ranked Registry Set for 1999-2008 Silver and Clad State Quarters. All 100 coins are graded NGC PF 70 Ultra Cameo!
That’s it for now. Have a great evening!
