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The Magic of Disney - Kirk Collection

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The Magic of Disney - Kirk Collection
There have been many collectibles from Disney throughout the years. Collectibles include toys, figurines, puzzles, art prints, pins, books, clothing, medals, coins, and more. These items commemorate Disney movies, Disney World, Disney Land, and Disney characters.  The Magic of Disney medals, from the 1973 Kirk Collection, are great collectibles to have if you are a Disney collector.

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John Mercanti & Signed Labels

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John Mercanti & Signed Labels
What is the significance of a signed label? Throughout history, many have sought after autographs from artists, musicians, athletes, and many more. There are signed photographs, novels, hats, CDs, baseballs, comic books, papers, and other various objects. Collecting autographs has been an enjoyable pastime for years. An autograph captures a moment in time on an object that a person can hold and preserve. One can hold a piece of history in his or her hand. In the numismatic world, John Mercanti signed coin labels; these coins are highly desirable because Mercanti is a legend of his craft.

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How Are Coins Produced?

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How Are Coins Produced?
  Have you ever thought about how coins are produced? The United States Mint designs and produces coins. The U.S. Mint operates under the United States Department of Treasury; there are various sites around the U.S. such as the Denver Mint and Philadelphia Mint. A coin is first designed by drawing. After the design is approved, the design is sent to a U.S. Mint sculptor-engraver. The sculptor-engraver uses both traditional and digital tools to create a model of the coin. 

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2012 - Chaco Culture

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2012 - Chaco Culture
In 2008, Congress approved America’s National Parks Quarter Dollar Coin Act. President George W. Bush signed the act, making it official law, on December 23, 2008. The act led to the creation of the America the Beautiful Quarters Program in 2010. These silver quarters celebrate national parks and other historic sites.  The United States Mint issues and released the coins in 2010. Yellowstone National Park, Hawai’i Volcanoes Volcanoes National Park, Kisatchie National Forest, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, and more have been commemorated by the program.

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2016 National Park Service 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin

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2016 National Park Service 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin

2016 marked the 100th year anniversary of the National Parks! The Natural Park Service has had stewardship of America’s great national parks since, you guessed it, 1916, when President Woodrow Wilson signed legislation creating the agency. This great agency oversees over 400 sites covering 84 million acres in both the United States and its territories.  The National Park Service system includes monuments, battlefields, military parks, historical parks, historic sites, recreation areas, scenic rivers, and trails, as well as the White House. More than 20,000 NPS employees care for these sites with the help from dedicated volunteers and park partners.     Just like...

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