We’re back with one more round up of coin collecting news and articles to finish up the week! First, the upcoming release of additional collector versions of the Australian 2012 Year of the Dragon Silver Coins. Also, more coverage of the recently introduced legislation related to $1 bills and $1 coins, Larry Shepherd and the ANA, 1877 Gilt Copper $50 Half Union, world coins, Frome hoard on display, gold and silver bullion coins, Charles Dickens coins, and notable auctions. On to the links…
This article provides some new information on the Perth Mint’s 2012 Year of the Dragon Gold and Silver Coins. Additional collector versions with limited mintages will go on sale next week.
Here is CoinWorld’s coverage of the COINS Act, that would transition from $1 Federal Reserve notes to $1 coins.
Coverage from CoinUpdate about another bill introduced immediately afterward, which would suspend production of the Presidential $1 Coins and specifically restrict the overproduction of $1 coins.
Coin Collectors Blog tries to read between the lines to speculate about why Larry Shepherd was fired as executive director of the ANA.
Highlights from the Heritage Auction at the ANA Fall National Money Show include a pattern 1877 $50 Half Union in gilt copper.
For collectors looking to get a little creative or “outside the box,” here is a list of ten attractive and cheap world coins.
The Frome Hoard of 52,503 silver and copper Roman coins has gone on public display. This article has some great pictures of the coins and the original excavation.
Patrick Heller discusses the increased buying for physical silver and expanding premiums. He also provides some broader commentary of gold and silver investing.
Marketwatch on some positive and negative factors associated with owning gold and silver bullion coins.
The Indian tradition to own and wear gold has led to a rising crime wave targeting Indian-Americans in the Bay Area.
The Royal British Mint will produce a special coin next year to mark the bicentennial of Charles Dickens.
And now for some notable auctions. First, a big lot of 20 Carson City Morgan Dollars from the GSA hoard. The coins are in the original mint boxes with COA and include dates 1882-CC to 1885-CC.
Next, a 1951 Proof Set in the original US Mint shipping box, even including the mailing label and postage stamp.
That’s it for the update. Have a great weekend!
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