In September of 2019, the United States Mint announced the selection of final designs for several upcoming coin programs. In addition, it also provided information about some possible circulating and commemorative coin programs for the years 2021-2030 for which the Mint was pursuing authorizing legislation in 2019. 2019 American Innovation Dollar Coin Designs At the end of 2018, an … Continued
Australia has a unique allure for countless travelers and aspiring travelers throughout the world. Part of that allure is the knowledge that deadly creatures are always close – often closer than people realize. In 2020, the Royal Australian Mint launched Australia’s Most Dangerous Coin Series to highlight some of these terrifying animals on .999 fine silver rounds. The … Continued
Due to their very nature, Precious Metals are prone to not only damage, like nicks and scratches, but also toning and tarnishing. Acquiring the Precious Metals you desire for your collection, be they bullion or pristine collector pieces, is just the first step to building a collection of your own. The next is to take … Continued
Learn about the different conditions that exist on business strike coins in this week’s Beginner’s Corner column. What is a Business Strike? The business strike, sometimes called the circulation strike, refers to coins produced with the intent that they will circulate in everyday commerce (as opposed to a proof coin specially made for collectors). Business … Continued
1. Maple Leaf Coins are the second best-selling silver bullion coin in the world and one of the best-selling gold bullion coins The Royal Canadian Mint’s silver and gold Maple Leaf coins are among the most popular and widely-recognized bullion coins in the world. They also have an established track record of sales performance. The coins are especially popular within U.S., Canadian, … Continued
United States Mint Proof Coins represent the finest coinage specimens produced in terms of overall quality and eye appeal. A proof coin is a specially made coin distinguished by sharpness of detail, usually with brilliant mirror-like surfaces. The term “proof” does not actually indicate the condition of a coin, but the way in which the coins are manufactured. … Continued
While their primary goals and motivations may initially appear to be different, stackers are often collectors too, and collectors like to stack as well. What are Coin Stackers and what do they like to collect? People who buy precious metals are often called “stackers” because they like to stack bullion in various forms such as coins, bars, and … Continued
Between 1939 and 1945, war raged both in Europe and in the Pacific. Now in 2020, 75 years later, the United States Mint is commemorating the end of World War II by releasing 2020-W America the Beautiful Quarters into circulation that carry a special “V75” mint mark. Keep reading to learn more! 75th Anniversary of … Continued
Ask any group of coin enthusiasts what their favorite ancient coin to collect is, most will eagerly tell you that it is the Silver Owl Tetradrachm of Athens. This coin was well-known during Ancient times and still stands as a relic of Ancient Greece. For the collector who would like to add one to their … Continued
As a collector, you’re going to see many coin series and coin sets. Here, we’ll take a look at the differences between a set and a series, as well as what makes each appealing as a collecting technique. What’s the Difference Between a Coin Series and a Coin Set? Essentially, a coin series is the … Continued
