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District of Columbia Official First Day Coin Cover Delayed

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Coin collectors were expecting the District of Columbia Official First Day Coin Cover to go on sale Tuesday, at noon ET, based on a...

US Government Prints 617.6 Million Notes Worth $22.1 Billion in March

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The U.S. government in March produced more banknotes for the third consecutive month, according to Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) figures released Tuesday,...

Numismatic News Headlines – Apr 14

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Four numismatic news or coin blog articles are referenced on CoinNews every Tuesday and Thursday. These articles are not authored by us, but...

2009 Mini 50th Anniversary Proof Coins

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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.

2009 Mini 50th Anniversary £10 Silver and £1 Gold Proof Coins

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.

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Gold Climbs, Silver and Platinum Surge

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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

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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"

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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...

Bullion & Business Weekend Report – April 11

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For the third straight week, gold and silver moved lower while platinum and stocks finished higher. Oil nearly joined the multi-week trend...

PNG Seeks 2009 Award Nominees

(Fallbrook, California) – Nominations for the 2009 awards are being sought by the Professional Numismatists Guild (www.PNGdealers.com), according to PNG Executive Director Robert Brueggeman...

Queen Hands Out Rare Coins in Royal Maundy Service

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In keeping with yearly tradition to mark Holy Thursday before Easter, Queen Elizabeth II handed out rare coins during the Royal Maundy Service that...
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US Mint Sales: 1776-2026 Silver Eagle Tops 451K, Dollar Set Leads

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The U.S. Mint's 2026 American Innovation Dollar Reverse Proof Set continued to lead weekly sales, adding 1,713 to reach 51,078. The increase followed its...