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Mar 24, 2025, 17:00 PM
2025 Kennedy halves will go on sale in May
by Paul GilkesKennedy half dollars from the Philadelphia and Denver Mints go on sale from the U.S. Mint in bags and rolls on May 6, and the subscription option is open for ordering ahead of that date. -
Mar 24, 2025, 09:00 AM
2025-S Silver Proof Set on sale in April
by Paul GilkesA 10-coin set of Proof coins from the San Francisco Mint that includes 2025-S silver quarter dollars, dime and half dollar will be going on sale in late April for a retail price of $150. -
Mar 23, 2025, 12:00 PM
Gold medal sought for cultural curator Schomburg
by Paul GilkesArturo Alfonso Schomburg could be on the receiving end of a congressional gold medal for his work in preserving the history of the African diaspora. -
Mar 22, 2025, 17:00 PM
Central States annual convention drawing near
by Larry JewettThe annual Central States Numismatic Society convention will shine the spotlight on Nebraska with several activities and displays related to the Cornhusker State. -
Mar 22, 2025, 09:00 AM
Congressional gold medal sought for James Earl Jones
by Larry JewettThe late actor James Earl Jones is deserving of a congressional gold medal according to the wishes of a New York representative who has proposed a bill on the subject. -
Mar 21, 2025, 12:00 PM
Fate of west coast Mint could be up in the air
by Paul GilkesThe fate of the San Francisco Mint rests in the hands of the Department of Government Efficiency that is looking into potentially selling the facility and closing the manufacturing plant. -
Mar 20, 2025, 16:00 PM
Gibson retires from Mint Director's position
by Paul GilkesVentris C. Gibson has elected to retire from government service and will leave her position as the director of the United States Mint with two years left in her appointed term. -
Mar 20, 2025, 09:30 AM
Week's Most Read: Expanding programs of honor
by Larry JewettNew legislation that included the potential inclusion of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter in coin programs topped the interest among viewers at our website in mid-March. -
Mar 18, 2025, 11:00 AM
Organizers seeking RMS ‘Republic’ cargo call for investors
by Paul GilkesPreparations continue for an expedition to recover the lost cargo of the RMS "Republic" that sunk off the Massachusetts coast, and investors in the operation are sought. -
Mar 17, 2025, 11:00 AM
Bronze and silver inaugural medals being made for sale
by Paul GilkesMedalcraft is going to make inaugural medals in silver and bronze for public sale for the latest administration after word was received that none were available for purchase and made only for private distribution. -
Mar 15, 2025, 11:00 AM
Bill seeks Sept. 11 commemoratives for 2027 issue
by Paul GilkesA new measure has been brought forth to suggest commemorative coins for the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks with the coins being issued in 2027. -
Mar 14, 2025, 11:00 AM
Proof 2025 silver quarter dollar set on sale April 3
by Paul GilkesThe five-coin Proof 2025-S American Women silver quarter dollars set will be the last to feature coins in that series and the sets will become available from the U.S. Mint on April 3. -
Mar 13, 2025, 08:55 AM
Week's Most Read: Sacagawea designs
by Larry JewettThe talk about a potential 25th anniversary Sacagawea gold dollar coin allowed for reviving the discussion of certain elements of the design, which led reader attention for this week. -
Mar 12, 2025, 17:00 PM
Central States selects Garrett for Q. David Bowers Award
by Larry JewettThe Central States Numismatic Society will be presenting its Q. David Bowers Award to Jeff Garrett at the 2025 convention in Schaumburg, Illinois, on April 26. -
Mar 12, 2025, 09:00 AM
Presidential coin extension sought among new legislation
by Paul GilkesMeasures offered in Congress during the past week include some past ideas and a step toward adding the Carters to the Presidential dollar and First Spouse programs. -
Mar 3, 2025, 12:00 PM
2025 Roosevelt medal will be different than 2013 issue
by Paul GilkesThe upcoming Theodore Roosevelt Presidential silver medal being issued by the United States Mint will carry the same design as a previous issue but will have some key differences. -
Mar 2, 2025, 17:00 PM
Updates enhance 2026 ‘Red Book’ on sale in April
by Larry JewettThe 2026 edition of "A Guide Book of United States Coins" continues to be a leading numismatic reference, with an updated presentation for a better user experience. -
Mar 1, 2025, 12:00 PM
Insight offered into original, altered Sacagawea design
by Paul GilkesThe discussion of a potential 25th anniversary version of the Sacagawea dollar coin opened up the opportunity to revisit design elements of the original production. -
Feb 25, 2025, 17:00 PM
CCAC studies design ideas for 2027, 2028 platinum coins
by Paul GilkesDesigns for American Eagle platinum $100 coins for issue in 2027 and 2028 in the 3-year Charters of Freedom series were reviewed and recommended by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee. -
Feb 25, 2025, 09:00 AM
Mint plans for a 25th anniversary Sacagawea dollar
by Paul GilkesA special .9999 fine gold Sacagawea dollar issue to be struck at the West Point Mint is planned for the coin's 25th anniversary, and the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee reviewed the designs.
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2025 Kennedy halves will go on sale in May
Mar 24, 2025, 17:00 PM by Paul Gilkes -
2025-S Silver Proof Set on sale in April
Mar 24, 2025, 09:00 AM by Paul Gilkes -
Gold medal sought for cultural curator Schomburg
Mar 23, 2025, 12:00 PM by Paul Gilkes