The U.S. Mint is releasing new coin options for collectors featuring the 2024 American Women Quarters, honoring Celia Cruz. These coins will be available for purchase starting on August 19, 2024, and will include unique circulation options from different mints across the country. Collectors can purchase 100-coin bags or special roll sets, with limited quantities … Read more
In 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th anniversary, also known as the semquincentennial year. To mark this important milestone, two of the country’s most popular coins—the Roosevelt dime and the Kennedy half dollar—will be redesigned. These redesigns are temporary and will only be used in 2026. After that, the coins will return to … Read more
The U.S. Mint is preparing to release a new series of platinum coins in 2026 to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary. This three-year program, called the “Charters of Freedom,” will include coins with themes representing the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. The first coin in the series will feature … Read more
In 2025, the United States will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Marine Corps with a special commemorative coin program. This program will include three unique coins: a gold $5 coin, a silver dollar, and a copper-nickel clad half dollar. These coins will honor the history and sacrifice of the U.S. Marines. The designs were … Read more
Counterfeit coins are illegal to own, buy, or sell under federal law. This means that if you accidentally purchase a counterfeit coin, you are required to turn it over to a law enforcement officer or Secret Service agent. However, this can be difficult due to distance or the fact that law enforcement may not want … Read more
A new piece of legislation has been introduced in Congress that is raising concerns among collectors and industry experts. This legislation proposes a commemorative coin program for the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The coins would be issued by the U.S. Mint, with profits … Read more
At the 2024 ANA World’s Fair of Money, GreatCollections will be showcasing some of the rarest and most valuable coins and banknotes in the world. Among the items on display is the 1794 silver dollar, often called America’s first silver dollar, which is officially the world’s second most valuable coin. This coin, along with other … Read more
Every week, Coin World shares the latest and most interesting updates from the world of coins and currency. This includes content that is both from their print issue and original pieces created for their online audience. In this article, we’ll take a look at five of the most popular stories from the past week, showcasing … Read more
In August 2024, a highly anticipated event will take place at the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) Chicago World’s Fair of Money. For the first time ever, the finest set of Stella gold $4 pattern coins, listed in the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) Set Registry, will be showcased together. These rare and historic coins will … Read more
Life is getting more expensive. From groceries to energy bills, everything seems to cost more. Even optional purchases, like coin collecting, are feeling the pressure of rising prices. In this article, we explore how price increases, particularly from the U.S. Mint, are affecting collectors, and how these increases may impact future purchases. Section Details Introduction … Read more