Did you know that the Royal Canadian Mint is the proud producer of the gold, silver and bronze medals for the winning athletes of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games?
Royal Canadian Mint Vancouver 2010 Look of the Games Coins (not to scale) – CLICK IMAGE TO ENLARGE
It’s true and as an "Official Supporter" of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, we’ve also produced the most extensive circulation coin program in relation to the Olympic Games ever conceived by any mint worldwide.
To promote the excitement and passion of the 2010 Winter Games throughout the world, we’re also offering limited mintage collector coins and sets — they’re all part of the Royal Canadian Mint’s exclusive Vancouver 2010 Collection.
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US gold futures on Tuesday rose for a second straight session as the US dollar fell against other world currencies. The greenback was pressured lower by talk of a European bailout of Greece, which raised the euro and lifted investors’ interest in commodities. For the day, New York gold gained 1.0 percent, silver surged 2.3 [...]
Global Metal Agency is taking orders for the largest gold coin in the world, the German based company announced. Named the "Global Liberty" and limited in quantity to only three, the .9999 fine pure gold coin weighs in at exactly 3,333 troy ounces, or 103.6 kg. At the current spot price of $1,075 an ounce, [...]
DALLAS, TX — A 1943-S Cent Struck on a Bronze Planchet, VF35 PCGS, an amazing 20th Century Branch Mint error rarity, proved itself once again as one of the most sought after error coins in U.S. numismatics when it soared to an impressive $207,500 tally as part of Heritage Auctions Feb. 4-7 Long Beach, CA Signature® U.S. Coin Auction.
This 1943-S Cent struck on a bronze planchet realized $207,000 at Long Beach – Click image to visit Heritage for additional information
All told the Heritage Long Beach event realized $8.76 million as almost 4,000 bidders competed for the rarities in this focused offering. All prices include 15% Buyer’s Premium.
"By certain standards this was indeed a small auction, but we’re thrilled with the prices," said Greg Rohan, President of Heritage Auction Galleries. "The market is definitely on the rise. We saw 91.2% of lots sold by value, and 93.7% sold by number of lots. Those are good numbers."
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Some of the world’s most famous and valuable coins and paper money, including a multimillion dollar nickel, rare $20 gold pieces and $100,000 bills, will be on display at the 2010 ANA National Money Show™, March 25 – 27 at the Fort Worth Convention Center. The event offers great exhibits, a wide range of educational [...]
The 48th Hong Kong Coin Auction is taking place a little earlier than usual this year, in-line with the Hong Kong International Coin Convention and Antique Watch Fair. THAILAND. Rama V: Gold Pattern Set, RS127 (1908); Estimate: US$40,000-50,000 As usual the sale will be held at the Holiday Inn Golden Mile, Kowloon, Hong Kong, at [...]
