Ancients and World Coins & Paper Money in Official ANA Auction - Coin News

A wide selection of rare ancient and world coins will be offered in Bowers and Merena's Official Auction of the American Numismatic Association World's Fair of Money® at the Los Angeles Convention Center and online, August 2-8, 2009. Ponterio & Associates, Inc., a division of Bowers and Merena, will present the world sessions on Saturday, August 8.

NCA RECOVERS NEARLY $900,000 FOR COIN CONSUMERS : Coin Collecting News
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A consumer watchdog organization has recovered nearly $900,000 for buyers who paid far more for coins than they were worth. The money represented full refunds in 16 recent disputes, according to the New Jersey-based not-for-profit group, the Numismatic Consumer Alliance, Inc. (NCA).

US Collector Coin Sales - July 3

Proof sets were the biggest winner in the latest round of US Mint collector coin sales figures. Sales of the 18-coin clad sets leaped by 106,987. It was the strongest showing after the initial launch days. 684,412 have now been purchased in 28 days.

COIN PRICING GUIDES - Commentary by Laura Sperber : Coin Collecting News
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The Following is from Legend Numismatics Hot Topics, A Commentary by Laura Sperber - Editor...There are so many issues that need work on. Coin pricing guides are in my sights right now. Before I begin this article, I must make sure everyone realizes the value of a coin is determined by its QUALITY,RARITY, DEMAND, AND SUPPLY-NOT whats written in a price guide.

The Lincoln penny designed by Ogunquit artist

The obstacles sculptor and medalist, Victor David Brenner, had to overcome to see his design for the Lincoln penny - finally minted in 1909 - were minor compared to challenges he faced in his native Lithuania before emigrating to America.

Coin News for June 24

premiums for physical precious metals have returned to normal, the US Mint cancels Gold Buffalo bullion coins, the Royal Canadian Mint revives bullion programs.