Thursday, March 31, 2011

March 30, 2011: 2011 American Silver Eagle, Old PCGS Holders, Trade Dollars

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We’re back with another round up of coin collecting news and articles from around the internet! First, a description of the different versions of the 2011 American Silver Eagle that are expected to be available. Also, a new US Mint sales report, old PCGS and NGC holders, silver war nickels, more von NotHaus trail coverage, Trade Dollars, Heritage world and ancient coin auction, gold and silver legal tender in Utah, and notable auctions. On to the links…

An overview of the 2011 Silver Eagles, which are expected to be available in bullion, proof, collectible uncirculated format. Will there be a special 25th anniversary issue?

The chart of the day on Business Insider illustrates the incredible surge in sales of Silver Eagle bullion coins that has occurred over the past few years.

The latest US Mint sales report shows continued slowness in numismatic product sales. Several 2010-dated products have sold out or are no longer available.

Coingrader Capsule takes a look at Old Green Holders that “ain’t what they used to be.” This refers to older generation third party grading holders that may have been evaluated under stricter standards.

A Numismaster article on the silver war nickels issued from 1942 to 1945. The composition completely excluded nickel, in favor of silver, copper, and manganese.

From the group of 28 coins in the Nevada accumulation, collector Bruce Morelan chose to keep four coins for his personal type set.

The trial of Bernard von NotHaus drew little local attention, had few spectators, and lasted much shorter than anticipated.

An interesting examination of the Trade Dollars issued from 1873-1878 and in proof only version from 1879 -1885.

Preview and highlights of the world and ancient coins included in the Heritage auction conducted for the upcoming Chicago International Coin Fair.

Gold and silver coins are now legal tender in the state of Utah. As such, capital gains taxes within the state are eliminated, although federal taxes would still apply.

And now for some notable auctions. To start, a top graded example of the 1999-W $5 Gold Eagle struck with unfinished proof dies. The coin is graded PCGS MS70.

Next, a nice example of the proof 1964 Accented Hair Kennedy Half Dollar. It is rumored that the subsequent modification to the details in the hair were at the request of Jacqueline Kennedy.

That wraps up another update. See you next time!

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