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The 30th Anniversary Silver Eagle
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The Silver Eagle coin was established in 1986, and continues to wow buyers to this very day. 2016 marked the 30th anniversary of this beautiful coin, and with a new year, comes a new design. The obverse (front) of the coin depicts Adolph A. Weinman’s expression of Lady Liberty. This depiction includes Lady Liberty walking towards the westward setting sun with the American flag draped over her shoulder. This Lady’s confident walk into the sunset is a timeless representation of the fearlessness that this great country stands for. On the reverse side (back), one will find John Mercanti’s heraldic bald...
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The History of Carson City Morgan Dollars & the GSA Hoard
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In 1964, The United States of America ran out of silver dollars that were minted between 1878 and 1935. Most of the coins were from the Carson City Mint. Due to its decreasing supply, the government ceased the exchange of silver certificates for silver dollars. Silver dollar coins were then held by the government. Congress set up the General Services Administration, also known as the GSA, to distribute the hoard of silver dollar coins to the public in 1970. The coins were divided and organized by mint and condition. Over two million coins received an “uncirculated” rating. Others...
Why Did the UK Change the Pound?
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The Royal Mint of the United Kingdom minted the last round of £1 coin, the last round pound coin in 2015. The £1 coin was first minted in 1983. It was used to replace the pound (£1) banknote. The pound coin is known for the yellow color, thickness, and roundness.
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United States Coin Shows
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There are many coin shows across the United States of America. Coin shows, or coin expos, showcase many bullion and numismatic coins. Many numismatists, dealers, collectors, and those who have a common interest in coins attend these shows. Other than coins, some shows have jewelry, stamps, collectibles, and other forms of currency as well. Coin shows give people the opportunity to learn and take a look at bullion and numismatic coins. Dealers also have the opportunity to purchase coins from other dealers in the coin business.
What is Junk Silver?
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"Junk Silver" is a term that refers to coins that have bullion value as opposed to numismatic value. Bullion value, in this case, is the value of silver in the coin. Coins that fall under the "junk silver" category can include the following: Morgan Dollar, Peace Dollar, Barber Half Dollar, Walking Liberty Half Dollar, Franklin Dollar, Kennedy Half Dollar, Seated Liberty Dime, Barber Quarter, and more.