Welcome back to Coin Update!
Here’s your round up of coin collecting news for Thursday and Friday! I’ve seen at least a few predictions for a big short squeeze for gold. Also, NGC launches a new division NGC Ancients, State Quarters Map memories, US Mint sell out, world coins, 1844-O Proof Gold Eagle, and notable auctions. On to the links…
Are circumstances aligning for a massive short squeeze for gold that would result in prices moving explosively higher?
A thoughtful look at the gold standard from Numismatic Blog.
NGC starts a new division called NGC Ancients which will offer comprehensive services for ancient coins.
A second grade teacher recounts some of the memories associated with a State Quarters Map with coins contributed from ten years of second graders.
Another sell out at the US Mint. This time it’s the 1/4 ounce 2008-W Uncirculated Platinum Eagle.
CoinNews covers some recent new coins from world mints including the HMS Sydney II Coin from the Perth Mint and the Holy Roman Empire Gold Coin from the Austrian Mint.
On CoinLink Doug Winter provides some background on the famous 1844-O Proof Gold Eagle which Paul Hollis recently brought back to New Orleans.
Public voting for the People’s Choice Coin of the Year is set to go live on November 10 at Numismaster.com!
And now for some notable auctions. First, a Type 2 Blank Planchet for a clad Eisenhower Dollar.
I’ve always liked Special Mint Set coins with cameos. Here’s an astounding 1967 SMS Jefferson Nickel NGC MS 68 Ultra Cameo.
And last, a complete set of 2000- 2008 Proof Sacagawea Dollars all graded NGC PF 70 Ultra Cameo.
Have a wonderful weekend!
