…that there are three New Orleans Mint Marked Morgan Dollars that were widely collected, now considered to be counterfeit, and more valuable now than they were then? In 2005 PCGS grading service determined that the 1896, 1900 and 1902 “Micro O’s” were not New Orleans Mint products. They believe they were made in the early … Read more
The American Numismatic Association is excited to announce its digital archives of all 127 volumes of its flagship publication, The Numismatist. Beginning December 1, ANA members can access every issue of the magazine, from 1888 to the present. No matter if you are a coin collector studying a recent purchase, a numismatic auction house researching … Read more
Whitman Publishing announces the upcoming release of American Gold and Silver: U.S. Mint Collector and Investor Coins and Medals, Bicentennial to Date, by Dennis Tucker. The 384-page hardcover book will be available December 15, 2015, from booksellers and hobby shops nationwide, and online, for $29.95. It can also be borrowed for free as a benefit … Read more
An astounding Abraham autographed manuscript, signed in March 1865, in which America’s most beloved President not only signs his name boldly and clearly, but also writes out the famed final passage of his second inaugural address, brought $2,213,000 at auction on Wednesday, Nov. 4, in New York. It sold for more than double its pre-auction … Read more
The Georgia Numismatic Association (GNA) is accepting applications for two scholarships for the 2013 American Numismatic Association Summer Seminar in Colorado Springs. The scholarships are available to both young numismatists (YN), age 13 to 22, and senior numismatists. Last year three seniors and no juniors applied for the scholarships so scholarships were awarded to two … Read more
Whitman Publishing announces the release of Lost and Found Coin Hoards and Treasures: Illustrated Stories of the Greatest American Troves and Their Discoveries, by Q. David Bowers. The 480-page hardcover book will debut on October 27, 2015. It is available from booksellers and hobby shops nationwide, and online (including at www.Whitman.com), for $39.95. The book … Read more