We’re back to start the week with another fresh round up of coin collecting news from around the internet! First, the upcoming release of numismatic bags and rolls of 2011 Kennedy Half Dollars. Also, Coingrader Capsule on artificial toning, CCAC’s Blueprint Report, coin grading, Native American Dollar launch ceremony, WSJ on gold, 2011 coins, America the Beautiful Silver Bullion Coin prices, building a collection, British coins, and notable auctions. On to the links…
Tomorrow the US Mint will release the 2011 Kennedy Half Dollar bags and rolls. For the last ten years, the half dollar has not been released for circulation, but only issued through US Mint numismatic products.
The latest edition of Coingrader Capsule takes focus on artificial toning with plenty of illustrations to help you identify natural vs. chemical patina.
The author of Coin Collectors Blog reviews the CCAC’s recently released Blueprint Report for advancing coin and medal design excellence, and provides some of his own recommendations.
A discussion of the evolution or “degradation” of coin grading following the introduction of plus signs and CAC stickers, which can contribute to “pricing confusion.”
The launch ceremony for the 2011 Native American Dollar has been rescheduled to March 25 at Plimoth Plantation in Massachusetts. The ceremony was previously scheduled for January 15, then rescheduled for February 15. Hopefully the third time will be the charm.
Is America’s biggest obsession with gold? Has your barber recommended investing in gold? This Wall Street Journal article on the “gold rush” makes some curious statements.
Steve Roach discusses the drop in wholesale prices for America the Beautiful Silver Bullion Coins as more supplies reach the market.
Four tips from Legend Numismatics on how to build a great collection.
Have you found a 2011 Lincoln Cent yet? Dave Harper tells of reports of 2011 Gettysburg Quarters, but no cents, nickels, or dimes. (A Mint News Blog reader reported a 2011 cent received in change on February 11.)
An article on British coins which claims that decimalization resulted in the loss of truly beautiful coins.
And now for some notable auctions. First, a partial gold type set, which includes one $1 gold, 2 quarter eagles, 1 half eagle, 2 eagles, and 2 double eagles. Five out of the eight coins are CAC stickered.
The 1997 Botanic Gardens Coinage & Currency Set, which includes the low mintage 1997-P matte proof Jefferson Nickel.
That’s it for this update. Have a great evening!
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