We’re back with another round up of coin collecting news and articles from around the internet! To start, some information on the America the Beautiful 5 oz. Silver coins ahead of the latest bullion and numismatic releases. Also, a variety of articles on gold and silver, Marine Corps Aviation commemorative coins proposed, Dollar Coin Alliance, world & ancient coins auction results, Hackney hoard, US Mint boredom, Australian numismatic rarity, 2011 Presidential Dollars, and notable auctions. On to the links…
An article covering the latest developments for America the Beautiful Five Ounce Silver Coins, including the 2011 bullion and 2010 numismatic versions, PCGS and NGC grading, and secondary market prices.
There are many articles on gold and silver and certainly heightened interest following the recent price action. So here are a variety of recent gold and silver articles coming from different perspectives:
- Richard Russell describes the “desperate battle” to keep gold under $1,500.
- Has the “financialization” of gold changed its status as an inflation hedge?
- The number of gold kiosks in malls has been increasing.
- Has the silver market “gone nuts”?
- Debunking anti-gold propaganda by someone “favorably inclined” towards gold.
- How will the current gold and silver melts impact the coin hobby and marketplace?
- A timeline of silver from the price reached earlier today to silver mining in 3000 BC.
Moving on… a bill has been introduced seeking $10 gold commemoratives for the Marine Corps Aviation Centennial. If approved, the coins would be issued in 2015, ten years after the 2005 Marine Corps Silver Dollars.
The Dollar Coin Alliance has spent $250,000 lobbying Congress to eliminate the $1 banknote. The article explains the changes in the economic and political climate that provide renewed hope for a change.
Heritage’s World & Ancient Coins auction held in conjunction with the Chicago International Coin Fair realized more than $9.6 million. One of the top lots was the 1928 Chinese Auto Dollar that brought $74,750.
The official ruling on the Hackey hoard of gold coins. The 80 gold double eagles will be returned to the descendants of the family who hid them.
Coin Collectors Blog discusses his boredom with some of the US Mint’s programs, themes, and designs. The author discusses why he thinks the US Mint is behind the rest of the world.
This Numismatic News article covers the “Holy Grail” of Australian numismatics.
On Wednesday, the US Mint will release the 2011 Presidential $1 Coin Uncirculated Set.
And now for some notable auctions. First, an example of the 1907 High Relief Saint Gaudens Double Eagle. This coin is encapsulated by ICG and graded MS63.
To go with one of today’s articles, here are the current auctions for the 2005 Marine Corps Silver Dollar, which features the Iwo Jima flag raising.
Last, the Type 2 Proof 1981-S Susan B. Anthony Dollar graded PCGS PR69DCAM. This coin is the key to a full collection for the series with varieties.
That’s it for this update. Have a great evening!
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