Daily Archives: April 13, 2009
2009 Mini 50th Anniversary Proof Coins
In recognition of one of the world's most unique vehicles ever introduced, the British Royal Mint is offering extremely limited 2009 Mini 50th Anniversary Proof Coins struck in gold and silver and in denominations of either £1, £5 or £10. The coins are sure to be a hit with coin collectors and vintage car enthusiasts.
The Mini owes its creation to the fuel rationing of the 1950's in Great Britain. Still recovering from the effects of World War II, fuel supplies were not enough to meet the demand of all the full size cars on the road. Smaller cars like the Volkswagen Beetle were becoming more popular and British manufacturers wanted to compete. Their answer was the British Motor Corporation's Mini.
Gold Climbs, Silver and Platinum Surge
Gold rose Monday following the holiday weekend as silver and platinum charge forward for better gains -- the latter hitting a six-month high....
Newly discovered Serial #1 Bicentennial $2 Star Note at CSNS Auction
Gift from grandmother to grandson could bring $20,000+
DALLAS, TX – The only serial #1 star note from the Bicentennial $2 series known...
India Issued 10 Rupee Coins May "Break"
The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) newly issued 10 rupee (Rs10) coins may separate into two pieces, according to news accounts.
The bimetal coins were...