News — Coin History
King Charles III Silver & Gold Britannias Releasing Soon!
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The Royal Mint of the United Kingdom has recently announced the release of their new 2023 Silver and Gold Britannia Coins, featuring the image of King Charles III. These coins are set to be highly sought after by collectors and investors alike, as they mark a significant moment in British history.
$5 Gold Eagle Collection: 1797 $5 Small Eagle 16 Stars Obv NGC AU Details Repaired
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The 1797 16 Stars, Small Eagle is one of the major rarities in the $5 series. It is estimated that at most 25-30 specimens exist in all grades with EF-AU being typical. A few choice uncs exist but none have appeared on the market in many years.
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The 1874 CC $5 Gold Liberty is a Great Carson City Date!
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The 1874 CC $5 Gold Liberty is a Great Carson City date! With only 150 on the planet and 2 in an uncirculated condition, this date is a real rarity!
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How Did Covid-19 Affect the Coin Industry?
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During the COVID-19 outbreak, the US Mint was closed and stopped producing coins and silver which caused a scarcity of change in circulation. The Philadelphia and San Francisco mints were closed for prolonged periods of time
The Importance of Silver and Gold Eagles and their Importance in Modern Coinage.
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Both the American Gold Eagle and American Silver Eagle coins were released in 1986, intending to be competitive bullion coins against other mints in the world. However, they ended up becoming much more than that.
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