Debuting sales figures are in for the five 2012 Proof American Gold Eagle products. Between the Gold Eagles’ release on Thursday, April 19, and through to Monday, April 23, the United States Mint registered total sales of $8,245,152.00.
The tally is a bit underwhelming when contrasted against last week’s reported proof Silver Eagle sales debut of nearly $18 million or, for that matter, when compared against the opening sales of last year’s 2011 Proof American Gold Eagle coins which hit more than $27.7 million or the 2010-dated issues which topped $43.3 million [...]
The 1899 $1 Silver Certificate a survivor of the S.S. Titanic had in his pocket a century ago when he was rescued from the Atlantic Ocean, and then was later inscribed by him, has been certified by PCGS Currency.
"Given all of the anticipation of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic and with news coverage of it nearly everywhere, it would be an understatement to describe our anticipation of seeing this note as tremendous," said Laura A. Kessler, Vice President of PCGS Currency.
The dollar bill was carried by 50-year old August (Augustus) H. Weikman of Palmyra, New Jersey, a barber on the ship, who was [...]
In addition to preparing for several new product launches this week, the United States Mint on Monday announced the designs for the upcoming 2012 First Spouse Gold Coins — their release dates have yet to be published.
This year’s one-half ounce, 24-karat gold coins will honor and feature Alice Paul and the suffrage movement, Frances Cleveland (first term), Caroline Harrison and Frances Cleveland (second term) [...]
As it continues to advance the art and science of coin manufacturing, the Royal Canadian Mint is proud to introduce a striking variety of new collector coins which celebrate Canada through nature, art and history.
Maple leaf, Group of Seven, Rick Hansen and War of 1812 featured in precious metal as Aster and Venetian glass bumble bee coin and glow-in-the dark dinosaur coin showcase exciting Royal Canadian Mint innovations [...]
Commemorative coins honoring Mark Twain could be issued by the United States Mint in 2016, based on legislation which overwhelmingly passed in the House on Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Entitled the Mark Twain Commemorative Coin Act and numbered H.R. 2453, the bill sailed through the House almost without opposition by a vote of 408 to 4.
Under the terms of the proposed Act, the Secretary of the Treasury would be required to produce gold and silver coins in commemoration of Mark Twain, the noted 19th century author and humorist [...]
New Mexico is home to ancient structures that date back to the time between 850 and 1250 A.D., and in April, the new Chaco Culture quarter from the United States Mint debuted which features portions of the unique architecture on its reverse. The coin is now spotlighted in the latest product from the U.S. Mint, the Chaco Culture Quarter Three-Coin Set. It went on sale Tuesday, April 17, 2012, for $9.95.
Along with previous three-coin set launches featuring America the Beautiful Quarters, this newest numismatic product makes the twelfth released. The three collector coins that are packaged within the set include [...]
American Silver Eagles again proved their popularity as opening sales of the 2012-W Proof American Silver Eagle soared. The United States Mint reported five-days sales of nearly $18 million between their Thursday release and Monday.
As is typical for the 99.9% pure silver coin each year, the latest issue generated the best debut total for a U.S. Mint numismatic product this year. Unit sales reached 299,539 for a daily average of 59,908 coins. At its $59.95 price, the sales total over the five days summed exactly to $17,957,363.05 [...]
Available now from the Royal Canadian Mint are five 2012 Maple Leaf Forever Coins struck in varying sizes of platinum, gold and silver. The coins expand on a popular series which was introduced by the Mint last year.
The Royal Canadian Mint’s newest Forever Maple Leaf Coins include a massive one kilogram gold coin, a one ounce platinum coin, a one kilogram silver coin, a 1/10 ounce gold coin and a 1/2 ounce silver coin. All feature a unique reverse design showcasing Canada’s iconic emblem [...]
The third week of April unveils six collector products from the United States Mint. The first features Chaco Culture National Historical Park Quarters in a Three-Coin Set and the remaining five products offer 2012-W Proof American Gold Eagles.
Starting the week is the Tuesday, April 17, release of the Chaco Culture Quarters Three-Coin Set. Past coin sets have been popular with collectors. Over 10,000 were purchased during the first week of each of the previous eleven issues [...]
Today, April 12, 2012, the United States Mint released the 2012-W Proof American Silver Eagle at 12:00 Noon ET.
Its initial price is $59.95, but as with all coins containing precious metals, the amount is subject to change. During the course of sales last year, the proof’s pricing changed twice due to major swings in the precious metals market.
To place an order for the American Silver Eagle, visit the United States Mint website product page for it which is [...]
