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Headlines from the May 26, 2008, edition of Coin World

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Metal vendors suggest Mint has tall task changing alloys

U.S. Mint objects to provisions of H.R. 5512

Proposed District of Columbia quarter dollar design depictions elicit criticism from public

Mint updates schedule of 2008 releases

House approves production of steel cent

State Quarters: Teasing the memory - Were you able to match each legend to the right coin?

Coin Values: Sentiment is positive - Price increases still possible

Look for the following stories and more in the pages of this week's May 26, 2008 Coin World.
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Features & Columns

Editorial - by Beth Deisher
The Mint should not mislead customers by continuing to show the scarcer Reverse of 2007 variety of the 2008-W American Eagle silver dollar in its online catalog.

Guest Commentary - by Jason Sloves
The explanation that a "frame of reference" was developed by viewing "most" of the Class I 1804 Draped Bust dollars is not completely convincing.

Preserving Collectibles - by Susan L. Maltby
Chemical dips can be useful in removing unwanted tarnish or toning, or silver sulfide, from silver coins. One needs to be very careful, however, in using these dips.

The State Quarters - by Michele Orzano
How well did you do in our challenge to identify the State quarter dollars by the inscriptions appearing on their reverses? What state is "The Evergreen State"?

Colonial America - by John Kraljevich Jr.
The native inhabitants of what became North America had their own barter systems when the Europeans first arrived, but were quick to embrace new forms of money.

The Joys of Collecting - by Q. David Bowers
When the Walking Liberty half dollar was released in 1916, the Mint described the figure of Liberty as "striding," not "walking." "Striding Liberty" never caught on.

Inside Collecting - by Steven Roach
The collectors of art have many things in common with the collectors of coins and other numismatic objects, as detailed in a new book about art collecting.

Found in Rolls - by Bill O'Rourke
German, Brazilian and Norwegian coins all surfaced in rolls of what should have been filled with U.S. quarter dollars, providing additional enjoyment while searching.

Coin Values Market Analysis - by Mark Ferguson
Although some collectors have to forgo coin purchases because of rising prices for essentials, the coin market remains strong enough that some coin prices are rising.

Prooflike surfaces - by Eric von Klinger
The release of huge numbers of silver dollars from Treasury vaults in the 1960s revealed that many examples had surfaces that were similar to those on Proof coins.

Collecting Paper - by Wendell Wolka
The grading of paper money has become a big issue, after a long period in which it was not a major factor for many collectors. Rarity, however, remains important.

The Week That Was - by Fred Reed
On May 28, 1864, Treasury Secretary Salmon P. Chase asked the National Bank Note Co. to return printing plates and dies used for U.S. paper money.

Century of Progress - by Cindy Brake
The Century of Progress opened in Chicago May 27, 1933, offering visitors a Sky Ride, displays from all over the world, and souvenir medals and elongates to buy.

John Quincy Adams - by Jack Trammell
His upbringing and training should have made him an excellent president, but John Quincy Adams' presidency was marred almost from the start.

Louisa Adams - by Erik Martin
Louisa Adams remains the only first lady not to be born in the United States. Her life as wife of John Quincy Adams included triumphs and heartbreak.

Collectors' Clearinghouse - by Eric von Klinger
While better Mint inspection processes have reduced the number of unstruck planchets entering circulation, enough pieces do circulate to keep collectors happy.

About VAMs - by John Roberts
The key feature on the VAM-1a variety of 1886 Morgan dollar is found on two obverse dies. Slight differences exist between the two dies acknowledged for the variety.

News & Analysis

Proposed designs for the 2009 District of Columbia quarter dollar were subjected to local criticism.

U.S. Mint objects to provisions in H.R. 5512, which seeks to order production of a steel cent 270 days after passage.

Mint contractors say the Mint has much work ahead to identify possible new compositions for cent, 5-cent coin.

Cent production in Canada was reduced while cent recovery efforts were increased during 2007.

A Reverse of 2007 image illustrates the Mint's online offering of the Unc. 2008-W American Eagle silver dollar

Recent staff changes at the American Numismatic Association include two retirements and an interim appointment.

ANA gains another 407 shares from the Ben E. Keith remainder trust, boosting its total shares to 1,261.

2008 Sacagawea dollars are now available in bag and roll quantities from the United States Mint.

BEP is offering individual Series $2 Federal Reserve notes, starting May 12 with notes for the Dallas district.

President Bush signs legislation authorizing a congressional gold medal for a Burmese opposition leader.

Long Beach Expo attractions include exhibits of Coronet double eagles and "Hot Lips" 1888-O Morgan dollars.

Former legal counsel for the American Numismatic Association files a new motion; seeks to strike ANA responses.

ANA asks court to overturn a decision that dismissed claims against a Colorado computer consultant firm.

December trial date is set in a suit involving eBay, the ANA and Professional Numismatists Guild.

Mint's spring catalog offers coins, sets and other 2008 collector products.

Ohio dealer sues Currency Grading and Authentication Inc. over notes.

Austria releases a commemorative coin honoring Herbert von Karajan.

Collectors meet with Mint Director Moy prior to the launch ceremony for the 2008 New Mexico quarter dollar.

The Senate now has legislation seeking production of Saint-Gaudens, Ultra High Relief coins in gold and palladium.

Smithsonian Institution Castle is the site of an exhibit focusing on the coinage and bank notes of Greece.

Paul Hollis, a Louisiana coin dealer, is running for the state's Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate.

RCM Annual Report details Royal Canadian Mint production, collector product sales during 2007.

Quebec City's 400th anniversary is being commemorated with a circulating bimetallic $2 coin issued by the Royal Canadian Mint. The $2 coin is just one of several numismatic issues commemorating the anniversary of the founding of the only walled city in North America.

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