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$18 Million Rare Double Eagles Exhibit at ANA World’s Fair of...

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An $18 million display of two rare Double Eagles accompanied by Boston-related early Americana will be one of the exhibit highlights in the Museum Showcase area at the American Numismatic Association World's Fair of Money convention in Boston, August 10 - 14, 2010.

1861-P Paquet and 1921 Proof Double Eagles
The 1861 Philadelphia Mint "Paquet Reverse" gold $20, graded NGC MS67, was formerly in the famous Farouk and Norweb collections. Not known to exist until 2006, the gem proof 1921 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle, graded NGC SP64, is insured for $8 million. Both rare coins will be displayed at the ANA World's Fair of Money in Boston courtesy of Brian Hendelson of Classic Coin Co. (Photos courtesy of Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.) - Click image to enlarge

The coins in this first-ever display are the finer each of the two known 1861 Philadelphia Mint "Paquet Reverse" gold $20, graded NGC MS67, and 1921 Proof Roman Finish Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle, graded NGC SP64. Insured for $8 million each, they are being provided for the ANA exhibit by Brian Hendelson, President of Classic Coin Co. of Bridgewater, New Jersey.

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Gold, Silver, Metal Prices Commentary – June 29, 2010

The Now and Zen of Gold Good Morning, Monday's double-digit losses in gold showed little in the way of reversal signs early this morning as...

1857 SS Central America Shipwreck Treasures at ANA World’s Fair of...

The incredible "Ship of Gold" exhibit, showcasing California Gold Rush-era sunken treasure recovered from the 1857 shipwreck of the SS Central America, will make...

PNG Members Assist News Media Probe of Traveling Gold Buyers

Professional Numismatists Guild (PNG) member-dealers have been assisting the news media in their continuing investigations of several gold-buying companies that move from community to community across the United States.

1925-D Indian Head $2.50 gold coin
Traveling gold buyers offered only $60, significantly below bullion melt value, for this 1925-D Indian Head $2.50 coin graded NGC MS66 that PNG experts say is actually worth $10,000. (Photo credit: Universal Coin & Bullion) - Click image to enlarge

One of the buyers offered only $60 -- significantly less than even its bullion melt value -- for a 1925-D Indian Head $2.50 gold coin certified NGC MS66 and valued at $10,000 by PNG experts.

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Gold, Silver, Metal Prices Commentary – June 28, 2010

A Failure To Communique Good Morning, World leaders took the "oath of the deficits" over the weekend and gave every indication that they intend...

Ian Russell’s GreatCollections.com Catered to Coin Collectors, Dealers and Traders

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Irvine, Calif. - Well-known numismatist and online auction expert Ian Russell has announced plans to create a new online marketplace catering to coin collectors,...

Bullion Prices & Business Weekend Recap – June 26, 2010

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U.S. gold futures prices rushed toward their all-time high on Friday, capping a second day of gains and trimming losses from earlier in...

CCAC to Discuss Commemorative Coins and Designs on June 28

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The United States Mint has issued an advisory notifying the public and media that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will meet in Colorado...

Pierce Presidential $1 Coin & First Spouse Medal Set Issued

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The United States Mint on Thursday released the Franklin and Jane Pierce Presidential $1 Coin & First Spouse Metal Set for a price of...

Gold, Silver, Metal Prices Commentary – June 25, 2010

You Want Ketchup With That? Good Morning, Fresh gains brought gold values to above the $1250 price point as the market opened for trading on...
1776-2026 $25 Uncirculated Palladium Eagle coin - sides, bell and case

U.S. Mint 1776-2026 Palladium Eagle Launches With 250 Privy

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West Point-struck 2026-W $25 Uncirculated American Palladium Eagles go on sale from the United States Mint today at noon ET, featuring a 1776 ~...