A Celebration of Numismatic History: New Edition of Guide Book for Franklin and Kennedy Half Dollars

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As collectors and numismatists celebrate the seventy-fifth anniversary of the first minting of the Franklin half dollar, Whitman Publishing is unveiling an updated fourth edition of A Guide Book of Franklin and Kennedy Half Dollars. This 248-page edition, authored by professional numismatist Rick Tomaska, is poised to become an indispensable resource for coin enthusiasts, providing … Read more

An Invitation to All Americans: Honor Our Nation’s History with New Designs for United States Coins

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2026 will mark America’s Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the founding of our Nation. In commemoration of this momentous anniversary, the United States Mint (Mint) will be minting and issuing redesigned 2026-dated circulating coins. This one-year design change is for 2026 only. The Mint is considering a variety of possible themes for these special circulating coins … Read more

Cherrypickers’ Guide to Rare Die Varieties Sells Out First Print Run, Prepares for Second Edition

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Collector Demand and Growing Interest in Die Varieties Drive Success The sixth edition, volume II, of the Cherrypickers’ Guide to Rare Die Varieties is making numismatic history as it approaches a sellout of its first print run. The release of this highly anticipated coin guide at the American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money in … Read more

Rare Coins Shine in Heritage Auctions’ Long Beach Expo

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When it comes to the world of rare coins, collectors and enthusiasts have long held onto the belief that “only the best will do.” This sentiment couldn’t ring truer than with the upcoming Heritage Auctions’ Long Beach Expo US Coins Signature Auction, scheduled for September 14-17, where numismatic treasures of exceptional quality will go under … Read more

Cherrypickers’ Guide to Rare Die Varieties Expands to Include U.S./Philippine Coins in Upcoming Volume III

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Numismatic enthusiasts, collectors, and researchers gathered at the American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money in Pittsburgh from August 8th to 12th, 2023, witnessed a significant moment in the world of coin collecting as the sixth edition, volume II, of the esteemed Cherrypickers’ Guide to Rare Die Varieties was unveiled. This unveiling marked not only … Read more