Coin Collecting

What’s New this Wednesday at CoinLink ……..

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Greg Reynolds has penned his third and final preview of the Pre ANA auctions taking place in Baltimore. This installment coversSilver Dollars and Gold.

Stacks is offering a 1796 Half Cent in MS-63 on Sunday July 27th. Half cents of 1796 are true rarities, basic and foundational. Not “condition rarities” that might be elusive (until more are found) in some high grade and common in others. Instead, the half cents of this date are part of the basic structure of American numismatics.

From the US Mint - The second special numismatic product in the United States Mint Celebration Series called the 8-8-08 Double Prosperity Set, will be available August 1, 2008, and features one 24-karat American Buffalo One-Half Ounce Gold Uncirculated Coin and one 22-karat American Eagle One-Half Ounce Gold Uncirculated Coin.

On September 18th, 2008, George Frederick Kolbe/Fine Numismatic Books will conduct their 106th auction. Some highlights include a fine copy of Vattemare’s 1861 “first comprehensive catalogue of American Numismatics” and 19th and 20th century auction sale catalogues from the library of John J. Ford, Jr. plus much more

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The Coin Guide has a new profile on the Draped Bust Small Eagle Quarter This was a one year only type produced in 1796.

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The Royal Canadian Mint will be launching issue the 2008 Lucky Loonie, the latest in its extensive Olympic themed circulation coin program. The one-dollar coin, which features the familiar loon landing in water and the official emblem of the Canadian Olympic Team, enters into circulation today.

Finally Numismaster has an article by David Ganz that the Disabled Vet Coin Bill Close to Law A silver dollar commemorating disabled American veterans was signed on July 17.

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What’s New this Tuesday at CoinLink ……..

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Greg Reynolds presents the second of a Three Part series previewing the upcoming Pre-ANA Auctions. Part Two covers half dollars offered by Stacks, Bowers & Merena and Superior Galleries.

We are also highlighting the upcoming Stacks sale with an item sure to delight those who find unusual and very rare items of interest,An Aluminum Stella Pattern. Just an amazing example of a pattern that is almost never seen.

Doug Winter provides an analysis of the Finest Known 1841-D Quarter Eagle and tips on how to identify the “Original Skin” on rare date gold coins.

CoinWorld provides and introductory look at the Sight Seen and Sight Unseen Markets and how they work.

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David Ganz has on article on Numismater aboutThe National Parks Coin Bill Passes House.

The US Mint,again announces that the New High Releif Saintwill be on display at the Baltimore ANA along with a number of Gold Vars from the West Point Mint.

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What’s New this Monday at CoinLink ……..

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Greg Reynolds presents the First of a Three Part series previewing the upcoming Pre-ANA Auctions.Part One covers Cents - Quarters offered by Stacks, Bowers & Merena and Superior Galleries.

In the UK a Treasure Hunter finally makes a settlement for the Hoard of Viking coins he found more than five years ago. He will receive £298,261.

Finally we are highlighting the upcoming Stacks sale of the famous Norweb 1797 Half Dollar, considers to be one of the classic rarities in the series and one of the most beautiful early half dollars in existence.

The Coin Guide has a new profile on the Susan B Anthony Dollar

Other News from Across the Web

The Pittsburgh Tribune has on article titled The U.S. Mint trots out another round of dollar coinsanother attempt to explain why Americans seem to refuse to use the Dollar Coin.

An Australian Coin Dealer, John Reeves recently sold a historic1930 Australian Penny for $40,000. This coin is the holy grail for coin collectors, and only six are known to exist three in museums and three privately.

Finally Numismaster has an article on the success of the MidAmerica Coin Expo and stating The market in general is very good and very solid.

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What’s New this Friday at CoinLink ……..

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Heritages Platinum Night sale at the Baltimore ANA will provide simultaneous offerings of both an Original and Restrike 1827/3 quarter. Find out more about these remarkable undervalued classic US rarities.

The United States Mint has begun accepting orders for the 2008 American Eagle Platinum Uncirculated Coins.

Blanchard offers invaluable insight into the gold market with an article titled “Rare Coins Produce Higher Returns Than Gold“.

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The Coin Guide has a new profile on the Susan B Anthony Dollar

Other News from Across the Web

The Popley Group will be launching gold and silver coins, like last year, to celebrate Indian independence.

SilverSeek.comhas an interview with Greg Hernandez Director Public Affairs at the United States Mint, covering a number of topics that may be of interest.

Finally Numismaster has an article on the surprise move by the House of Representatives in passing H.R. 6455 on July 15, a bill that calls for 10 NASA commemorative coins marking the 50th anniversary of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

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