The U.S. Mint recently released the Uncirculated 2024-W American Eagle silver and gold coins. Known for their classic designs and high-quality silver and gold content, these coins are prized by collectors and investors alike. This article explores their sales performance, design features, and important details about the 2024 American Eagles. Feature Silver Coin (2024-W) Gold … Read more
In a recent meeting, the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) held a teleconference on June 18 to discuss two important coin designs. One proposal is for the 2026 Native American dollar, while the other focuses on a congressional gold medal to honor the American hostages taken by Iranian militants in Tehran on November 4, 1979. … Read more
In 2023, the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) reviewed designs for two important U.S. coins and medals: the Iran Hostage Crisis Congressional Gold Medal and the 2026 Native American Dollar. The designs, which were considered on June 20, were created to honor specific historical events and people. After careful consideration, the CFA recommended the final … Read more
In 2024, two commemorative coin programs launched by the U.S. Mint are facing slow sales. These programs are the Harriet Tubman and Greatest Generation coins. While both programs have seen limited demand, the sales for the Greatest Generation program are currently outperforming the Harriet Tubman program. The coins from both series are available in various … Read more
In 2024, a remarkable discovery was made in the world of coin collecting. A plaster model and galvanos for the 1936 Long Island Tercentenary half dollar, created by the American sculptor Howard K. Weinman, were acquired by Mike Byers, a professional numismatist from Las Vegas. These items had remained unknown to the numismatic community since … Read more
The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) has recently hinted at an exciting change: a new design for the Roosevelt dime to celebrate the United States’ Semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary, in 2026. This announcement has stirred excitement in the coin-collecting community and beyond, as it could mean a temporary, yet historic, redesign of one of America’s … Read more
The 2024 American Innovation Maine dollar coins are quickly selling out, and collectors are showing a lot of interest in the different options available. These coins, made by the United States Mint, are part of a special series celebrating American innovation. The Maine dollar features a special design and limited edition options, including canvas mini-bags … Read more
he Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) meeting held on May 20 focused on reviewing the design proposal for the Joseph R. Biden Presidential Medal. This meeting included the swearing-in of two new members, as well as discussions on the design elements for the medal that will honor the 46th President of the United States. New … Read more
Lately, I’ve been feeling a bit nostalgic. Several things have brought these feelings to the surface – another birthday, news of a 50th high school reunion, and even a surprising fact that the average age of an MTV viewer is now 51. All of this has caused me to reflect more on the past than … Read more
The 1932 Washington quarter dollar is an important coin in American numismatics. Its significance lies in the historical design change and the role it plays in the Washington quarter series. While the Denver and San Francisco Mint versions often grab the spotlight due to their rarity, the Philadelphia Mint version is still highly valued, especially … Read more