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		<title>Fillmore First Spouse Gold Coins, American Gold Eagles, VDB Cent</title>
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		<dc:creator>KJ</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Something About Coins! The first three articles cover gold coins, then a $200,000 cent (not an &#34;S&#34;) and an ancient coin are revealed.

Abigail Fillmore First Spouse Gold Coins Available March 18, CoinCollectingNews.org
WASHINGTON - The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the Abigail Fillmore First Spouse Gold Coin and Abigail Fillmore First [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to <strong>Something About Coins</strong>! The first three articles cover gold coins, then a $200,000 cent (not an &quot;S&quot;) and an ancient coin are revealed.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.coincollectingnews.org/abigail-fillmore-first-spouse-gold-coin-and-medal-available-march-18/109787" title="Abigail Fillmore First Spouse Gold Coins Available March 18" target="_blank"><strong>Abigail Fillmore First Spouse Gold Coins Available March 18</strong></a>, CoinCollectingNews.org<br />
WASHINGTON - The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the Abigail Fillmore First Spouse Gold Coin and Abigail Fillmore First Spouse Bronze Medal on March 18, 2010, at noon Eastern Time (ET). The one-half ounce 24-karat gold coin, struck at the United States Mint at West Point, will be available in proof and uncirculated conditions. Pricing for the coins will be based on the United States Mint's pricing structure for precious metals products. For current pricing information, visit ... </p>
<p><a href="http://www.coinnews.net/2010/03/14/us-mint-gold-eagle-bullion-coins-on-track-for-third-best-march/" title="US Mint Gold Eagle Bullion Coins on Track for Third Best March" target="_blank"><strong>US Mint Gold Eagle Bullion Coins on Track for Third Best March</strong></a>, CoinNews<br />
American Gold Eagle bullion coins are not on the same fiery pace seen in 2009 or during the Y2K &ldquo;scare&rdquo; in 1999, but the latest United States Mint sales figures show they are on track to record their third best ever March. With the first two weeks of this month now history, US Mint sales of the gold bullion coins have reached 39,500. Buyers will need to scoop up another 48,501 during the next 2 1/2 weeks to pass March 1998 and earn the third best March ranking. Any ... </p>
<p><a href="http://www.raregoldcoins.com/market-blog/value-compression-a-new-trend-in-the-dated-gold-market" title="Value Compression: A New Trend in the Dated Gold Market" target="_blank"><strong>Value Compression: A New Trend in the Dated Gold Market</strong></a>, RareGoldCoins.com<br />
 In the past few years, I've noticed an interesting trend in relation to the pricing of rare date gold coins. I refer to this as &ldquo;value compression.&rdquo; Let me explain what I mean. When I mention this term I am referring to a small price premium between grades. The classic value-compressed issues have long been the Iowa and Roanoke commemorative half dollars. According to the most recent CDN Greysheet , the difference in value between an MS60 and MS65 Iowa half dollar is ...</p>
<p><a href="http://numismaticnews.net/article/200000_deal_buys_VDB_cent/" title="$200,000 Deal Buys VDB Cent" target="_blank"><strong>$200,000 Deal Buys VDB Cent</strong></a>, NumismaticNews.net<br />
Finishing a Lincoln cent set with top quality pieces got a little more expensive after a March 4 deal saw a 1909 VDB cent graded Proof-68 RB with star by Numismatic Guaranty Corp. and CAC sticker sell for over $200,000. Though the exact price was not disclosed, Laura Sperber of Legend Numismatics wrote in her blog: &quot;Yes, the coin we had displayed and always said was not for sale got sold. While we are not releasing any specific price, we will confirm the coin set a world record above $200,000...&quot;</p>
<p><a href="http://www.guardian.co.uk/culture/2010/mar/14/julius-caesar-coin-british-museum" title="Beware the Ides of March: 'Medal' for killing Caesar shows at British Museum" target="_blank"><strong>Beware the Ides of March: 'Medal' for killing Caesar shows at British Museum</strong></a>, Guardian.co.uk<br />
A unique gold coin celebrating the assassination of Julius Caesar, which may have been worn as a boastful talisman by one of the emperor's killers, will go on display at the British Museum tomorrow &ndash; the Ides of March, marking the 2,054th anniversary of his death. The British Museum was first shown the coin in 1932 but couldn't afford to buy it. Many private owners later, it has now been loaned to the museum, and will be displayed for the first time. Caesar was struck down ...</p>
<p><a href="http://coins.about.com/od/famousrarecoinprofiles/p/eidmarprofile.htm?nl=1" title="The EID MAR Denarius Coin - Beware the Ides of March - Brutus Murders Caesar" target="_blank"><strong>The EID MAR Denarius Coin - Beware the Ides of March - Brutus Murders Caesar</strong></a>, About.com<br />
EID MAR - An Ancient Roman Coin Commemorates the Assassination of Caesar: One of the most famous coins of all time is the EID MAR denarius issued by Marcus Junius Brutus in 43/42 BC. When Julius Caesar crossed the Rubicon, he threw Rome into more than three years of civil war, eliminating his opponents along the way. In 49 BC, many leading citizens, including some sixty Roman Senators, had come to see Caesar as a power-grabber who wanted to make himself king ...</p>
<p>Thanks for reading and see you tomorrow!</p>
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		<title>America the Beautiful Quarter, Largest Gold Coin</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2010 04:42:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>KJ</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Something About Coins! In the articles below you'll find the specific release date for the 2010 Hot Springs National Park Quarter, Costa Rica's new mint, the largest gold coin maker, and more!
America the Beautiful Quarter Rolls and Bags Launch April 19, 2010, CoinNews.net
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to <strong>Something About Coins</strong>! In the articles below you'll find the specific release date for the 2010 Hot Springs National Park Quarter, Costa Rica's new mint, the largest gold coin maker, and more!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.coinnews.net/2010/03/11/america-the-beautiful-quarter-rolls-and-bags-launch-april-19-2010/" title="America the Beautiful Quarter Rolls and Bags Launch April 19, 2010" target="_blank"><strong>America the Beautiful Quarter Rolls and Bags Launch April 19, 2010</strong></a>, CoinNews.net<br />
Rolls and bags of the first 2010 America the Beautiful Quarter will be released on April 19, 2010, the United States Mint said this week. If tradition holds, this will also be the day the coins are officially released into circulation. The first of the 56 quarters in the new 11-year program will honor a park in Arkansas and is named the Hot Springs National Park Quarter. The April 19 date is in line with expectations, as US Mint Director Moy discussed &quot;the third week of April&quot; during ... </p>
<p><a href="http://www.insidecostarica.com/dailynews/2010/march/10/costarica10031010.htm" title="Costa Rica Now With Its Own Coin Mint" target="_blank"><strong>Costa Rica Now With Its Own Coin Mint</strong></a>, InsideCostaRica.com<br />
Costa Rica now has its own mint following an investment of $4 million US dollars of Swiss and Costa Rican business interests, which is to provide coins for the Banco Central de Costa Rica and other Central American and Caribbean countries. The Mint Costa Rica plant was inaugurated on Tuesday by government authorities, Banco Central and Catholic church officials. Located in Ipis de Goicoechea, the plant is expected to produce up to 100 million coins a year. The company ...</p>
<p><a href="http://www.numismaster.com/ta/numis/Article.jsp?ad=article&#038;ArticleId=9745" title="Who Has the Largest Gold Coin of Them All?" target="_blank"><strong>Who Has the Largest Gold Coin of Them All?</strong></a>, NumisMaster.com<br />
In the ancient world it was Ptolemaic Egypt that produced the largest gold coins. During the early modern era it was Mogul India that surpassed the coins of ancient Egypt. Today Canada is arguing it has more recently produced the largest gold coin ever to be issued. Well, there is yet another contender entering the ring even as you read this article. According to a Feb. 8 Internet posting by PrudentInvestor, German gold seller Global Metal Agency is now taking reservations for what ... </p>
<p><a href="http://numismaticnews.net/article/Showcase_to_debut_at_Money_Show/#" title="Showcase to debut at Money Show" target="_blank"><strong>Showcase to debut at Money Show</strong></a>, NumismaticNews.net<br />
Some of the world&rsquo;s most famous and valuable coins and paper money, including a multi-million dollar nickel, rare $20 gold pieces and $100,000 bills, will be on display at the 2010 American Numismatic Association&rsquo;s National Money Show March 25-27 at the Fort Worth, Texas, Convention Center. The event will offer exhibits, a wide range of educational programs and activities, and more than 500 numismatic dealers. The ANA Museum Showcase will make its National Money Show debut ...</p>
<p><a href="http://www.raregoldcoins.com/articles/philadelphia-no-motto-half-eagles-from-the-1840%E2%80%99s-a-date-by-date-analysis" title="Philadelphia No Motto Half Eagles From the 1840&rsquo;s: A Date by Date Analysis" target="_blank"><strong>Philadelphia No Motto Half Eagles From the 1840&rsquo;s: A Date by Date Analysis</strong></a>, RareGoldCoins.com <br />
The Philadelphia mint began producing the familiar Liberty Head half eagle design in 1839. After a quick modification in 1840, this issue continued without change until 1866 when the motto IN GOD WE TRUST was added to the reverse. The branch mint No Motto half eagles from the 1840&rsquo;s are very popular with collectors. But their Philadelphia counterparts have lagged behind, both in price and level of demand. I would not be surprised to see this change a bit over the coming ... </p>
<p><a href="http://heritageauctions.blogspot.com/2010/03/coin-monday-little-coins-get-little-bit.html" title="Coin Monday: Little Coins Get a Little Bit Bigger" target="_blank"><strong>Coin Monday: Little Coins Get a Little Bit Bigger</strong></a>, HeritageAuctions.BlogSpot.com<br />
By size (though not value), the dime is the smallest coin used regularly in the United States, with a diameter of just under 18 millimeters. In the past, particularly during the 19th century, this wasn't always the case. The half dime (same face value as today&rsquo;s nickel, but made out of silver) was just 15.5 millimeters across when the denomination ended in 1873. From 1851 to 1873, the three cent silver coin was even smaller, only 14 millimeters in diameter. Its weight was just four-fifths of ... </p>
<p><a href="http://www.ngccoin.com/news/viewarticle.aspx?IDArticle=1529&#038;" title="USA Coin Album Left, Right and Center" target="_blank"><strong>USA Coin Album Left, Right and Center</strong></a>, NGCcoin.com<br />
This month, David W. Lange explores the effect left- and right-handed artists have had on the profile busts of US coinage. I was interviewed last year by a reporter for the New York Times on the subject of Abraham Lincoln's bicentennial and the commemorative cents that were being issued to mark that occasion. One of the questions he asked me is why Lincoln faces right on Victor D. Brenner's cent when all of our other circulating coins have portraits facing left. Without hesitation ... </p>
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		<title>Gold Commemoratives, Australian Silver Proofs, Boy Scouts Centennial Coins</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:13:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>KJ</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome back to Something About Coins! The majority of today's articles are about commemorative coins from the U.S. and around the world.
  

In the Hunt for Commemorative Gold?, NumisMaster.com:
When the economy is tough, and precious metals rise, coin collectors concentrate on inexpensive coins. Well, that certainly doesn't seem like the time to go looking [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to <strong>Something About Coins</strong>! The majority of today's articles are about commemorative coins from the U.S. and around the world.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.numismaster.com/ta/numis/Article.jsp?ad=article&#038;ArticleId=9740" title="In the Hunt for Commemorative Gold?" target="_blank"><strong>In the Hunt for Commemorative Gold?</strong></a>, NumisMaster.com:<br />
When the economy is tough, and precious metals rise, coin collectors concentrate on inexpensive coins. Well, that certainly doesn't seem like the time to go looking at gold coins to see if there are any bargains out there. But what happens when we look with some uncommon eyes at the mintages? Gold is currently hovering at around $1,100 per ounce. So, if you are the type who has purchased gold bullion coins in the past, you'll know that the half ounce American Eagle gold coin should ... </p>
<p><a href="http://www.silvercoinstoday.com/sydney-cove-medallion-portrayed-on-high-relief-silver-australian-coin/102127/" title="Sydney Cove Medallion Portrayed on High Relief Silver Australian Coin" target="_blank"><strong>Sydney Cove Medallion Portrayed on High Relief Silver Australian Coin</strong></a>, SilverCoinsToday.com<br />
In a pairing that can only be called unique, the Perth Mint of Australia is releasing a coin and accompanying collectible china plate that celebrates a design created for a young Australia and first seen on a piece of Wedgwood pottery in 1789. The Sydney Cove Medallion Silver Proof Coin recalls that classic design which has earned a place of honor among many native Australians. Created by the famous Josiah Wedgwood (considered the 'Father of English Potters'), the design was placed on ... </p>
<p><a href="http://www.coinnews.net/2010/03/05/2010-boy-scouts-of-america-centennial-commemorative-coins/" title="2010 Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coins Arriving Soon" target="_blank"><strong>2010 Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coins Arriving Soon</strong></a>, CoinNews.net<br />
In only a few short weeks, the United States Mint will start selling a commemorative coin which is sure to be a hit not only with traditional coin collectors, but also with many new-comers to the hobby. On March 23, 2010, the US Mint launches the 2010 Boy Scouts of America Centennial Silver Dollar. These coins, while standard in their composition and weight for a commemorative, are unique in the fact of their subject matter and the swarm of potential buyers they bring ...</p>
<p><a href="http://www.coinlink.com/News/general-collecting/ten-most-significant-u-s-commemoratives-coins/" title="Ten Most Significant U.S. Commemoratives Coins" target="_blank"><strong>Ten Most Significant U.S. Commemoratives Coins</strong></a>, CoinLink.com<br />
When asked to write an article on the ten most significant U.S. commemorative coins for this issue, I chortled and thought to myself what an easy assignment this was going to be! I had just that day finished reading galleys for the commemorative coin section of the Coin World "Comprehensive Catalogue and Encyclopedia of U.S. Coins" edited by David T. Alexander and myself, and all of the material was fresh in my mind. However, when I went back over the listings ... </p>
<p><a href="http://pinnacle-rarities.com/ArticleViewer.aspx?doc=documents\commemorative+coins\introtocommemorativescoins.htm" title="An Introduction to Commemoratives Coins" target="_blank"><strong>An Introduction to Commemoratives Coins</strong></a>, Pinnacle Rarities<br />
This is the place to start learning if you're unfamiliar with US Commemorative Coins. What are commemorative coins, you ask? Commemorative coins are coins issued by the US Mints to recognize the achievements of the Nation. They are coins, and not medals or medallions, because they are monetized, they have a face value and can be used as money, for example a half dollar coin. They differ from regular issue US Coin because they are are struck primarily for collectors, rather than ... </p>
<p>  <a href="http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/surat/-Coin-collector-spots-mistakes-on-Bhagat-Singh-coins-package-/articleshow/5660275.cms" title="Coin collector spots mistakes on Bhagat Singh coins package" target="_blank"><strong>Coin collector spots mistakes on Bhagat Singh coins package</strong></a>, TimesOfIndia.IndiaTimes.com<br />
A coin collector of Godhra has spotted a typographical error on the packaging of a set of commemorative coins. The collector Dr. Nandan Parikh has discovered not one but two errors on the case of a set of commemorative coins on Shahid Bhagat Singh that were unveiled on the occasion of his birth centenary in 2007. The cover of the case on which the coin is mounted spells the occasion as 'Janmashaati' instead of 'Janmashati' in Hindi. But, more is store on the case that writes the martyr's name as 'Sagat' Singh instead ... </p>
<p> <a href="http://www.anglotopia.net/columns/guest-posts-columns/guest-post-the-top-5-british-collector-coins-from-panda-america/" title="The Top 5 British Collector Coins from Panda America" target="_blank"><strong>The Top 5 British Collector Coins from Panda America</strong></a>, Anglotopia.net<br />
Panda America, official distributor for the Royal Mint has compiled a List of the Top 5 British coins, as follows: 1. Most Popular British Gold Coins, This category is won easily by the British Gold Sovereign, that has been issued almost continuously since the reign of Henry VII (1485-1509) with the same gold standard (7.99 gm. of .917 fine gold). The reverse design features St. George slaying a dragon. Various dates of sovereigns&ndash;starting under $400&mdash;are available by calling Panda America at ... </p>
<p>Thanks for reading and see you tomorrow! </p>
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		<title>American Silver Eagle, Norweb-Bass 1911-D Quarter Eagle</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:27:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>KJ</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Something About Coins! Here are six coin articles. To start, they are about the six million American Silver Eagles that have been sold this year, how first issues make an impressive set, and the 1911-D quarter eagle from the Norweb Collection will be auctioned soon.
  

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to <strong>Something About Coins</strong>! Here are six coin articles. To start, they are about the six million American Silver Eagles that have been sold this year, how first issues make an impressive set, and the 1911-D quarter eagle from the Norweb Collection will be auctioned soon.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.coinnews.net/2010/03/07/us-mint-silver-eagle-bullion-coin-sales-top-6-million/" title="US Mint Silver Eagle Bullion Coin Sales Top 6 Million" target="_blank"><strong>US Mint Silver Eagle Bullion Coin Sales Top 6 Million</strong></a>, CoinNews.net<br />
American Silver Eagle Bullion coins blasted off in January and have already topped the 6 million sales mark through to the first week of March, according to the latest figures from the United States Mint. That, despite a delayed January 19 release of the 2010-dated Silver Eagles and a week prior sell out of the 2009s. The silver bullion coins had their best ever January with authorized buyers ordering 3,592,500 &mdash; a significant feat given ... </p>
<p><a href="http://www.numismaster.com/ta/numis/Article.jsp?ad=article&#038;ArticleId=9729" title="Try First Issues When You Need a Challenge" target="_blank"><strong>Try First Issues When You Need a Challenge</strong></a>, NumisMaster.com:<br />
Need a change of pace? Collecting can be more than filling holes in an album, or crossing off items on your want list. A creative approach to numismatics can enable a collector to build a unique collection that has its own challenges. A set of United States coins of their first year of issue makes an impressive, and different, collection. Some coins are very easy to find, maybe in change, while others are more scarce and ... </p>
<p><a href="http://www.coinlink.com/News/us-coins/the-norweb-bass-ms66-1911-d-quarter-eagle/" target="_blank"><strong title="The Norweb-Bass MS66 1911-D Quarter Eagle">The Norweb-Bass MS66 1911-D Quarter Eagle</strong></a>, CoinLink:<br />
The Norweb Collection was a legend while still owned by its namesake family, and while two decades have passed since the three auctions that dispersed most of it, time has only added to its importance to collectors. Quality and rarity are the chief watchwords; no discussion of early copper, colonials, proof silver, or early and Southern-Western gold would be complete without acknowledging the Norweb influence and ...</p>
<p><a href="http://english.chosun.com/site/data/html_dir/2010/03/08/2010030800854.html" title="Why Kim Yu-na Coins Are Issued in Tuvalu" target="_blank"><strong>Why Kim Yu-na Coins Are Issued in Tuvalu</strong></a>, english.chosun.com<br />
The Korean Olympic Committee on Friday said it will issue commemorative coins to celebrate Kim Yu-na's Olympic gold medal and share the moment of joy. But they will be issued in Tuvalu instead of Korea and have been minted in Perth, Australia. Tuvalu, a member of the British Commonwealth, lies northeast of Australia and has a population of just 12,000. The Kim Yu-na commemorative coins come in gold and ... </p>
<p><a href="http://www.coinvaluesonline.com/content.asp?content=story&amp;news_id=887" title="Relative value key point" target="_blank"><strong>Relative value key point</strong></a>, CoinValuesOnline.com <br />
Recently a reader asked why common-date certified Mint State 65 Morgan dollars retail for around $150, when 1-ounce silver rounds retail for several dollars over the spot price of an ounce of silver. The answer is that a finite number of Morgan dollars is available, while availability of silver rounds is generally unlimited. The increased interest in bullion over the past year has had a mildly positive effect on common Mint State ...</p>
<p><a href="http://www.numismaticnews.net/article/Silver_can_still_be_found%20in%20half%20dollar%20rolls/" title="Silver can still be found in half dollar rolls" target="_blank"><strong>Silver can still be found in half dollar rolls</strong></a>, NumismaticNews.net<br />
The half dollar minted in 1965 was different from its companion clad quarters and dimes.  The 50-cent piece still contained some silver, continuing the tradition of silver coins. Also, the transition to a clad, silver-less coin would be that much easier. Silver content of the half dollar, according to the Coinage Act of 1965, came to 40 percent &ndash; a center core of 21 percent silver and 79 percent copper, with an outer cladding of ... </p>
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		<title>Veterans Commemorative, Ancient Silver, Cleaning Coins</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:49:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>KJ</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome back to Something About Coins! Numismatic News wrote about the coin launch reception for the Disabled American Veterans commemorative coin, archaeologists announce they've found over 250 silver coins from the Alexander the  Great era, and Dr. R. S. Bart Bartanowicz warns about cleaning coins in three of the five articles below.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to <strong>Something About Coins</strong>! Numismatic News wrote about the coin launch reception for the Disabled American Veterans commemorative coin, archaeologists announce they've found over 250 silver coins from the Alexander the  Great era, and Dr. R. S. Bart Bartanowicz warns about cleaning coins in three of the five articles below.<span id="more-1301"></span></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://numismaticnews.net/article/DAV_coin_sales_brisk/" target="_blank">DAV coin sales brisk</a></strong>, NumismaticNews.net:<br />
The new silver coin honoring Disabled American Veterans is more than just a keepsake. A portion of its proceeds will be used to construct the American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial in Washington, D.C. And the funds are already coming in. During the 2010 American Veterans Disabled for Life commemorative' first week of sales, collectors bought 66,209 proof silver $1 coins and 32,149 uncirculated ... </p>
<p><a href="http://www.coinnews.net/2010/03/04/us-mint-2010-proof-set/" title="A Look at the US Mint 2010 Proof Set" target="_blank"><strong>A Look at the US Mint 2010 Proof Set</strong></a>, CoinNews.net:<br />
The United States Mint is introducing a new series of coins as a follow-up to the successful 50-State Quarters and last year&rsquo;s District of Columbia &amp; US Territories Quarters. Dubbed the America the Beautiful Quarters Program, these new strikes will also be included within several major numismatic products released by the Mint, including the 2010 United States Mint Proof Set&reg;. The US Mint has yet to publicize the official ... </p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2010/03/04/world/AP-ML-Syria-Ancient-Coins.html?_r=1" title="Coins From Alexander the Great Found in Syria" target="_blank">Coins From Alexander the Great Found in Syria</a></strong>, The New York Times:<br />
More than 250 silver coins dating back to the time of Alexander the  Great were unearthed in northern Syria, a Syrian archaeologist said  Thursday. Youssef Kanjo, the head of archaeological excavations in the ancient  city of Aleppo, said the coins were discovered two weeks ago in  northern Syria when a local man was digging the foundations of his new  home. The man handed the coins, that were  ...</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nj.com/news/times/regional/index.ssf?/base/news-19/126768514423550.xml&#038;coll=5" title="University nets set of rare coins" target="_blank"><strong>University nets set of rare coins</strong></a>, NJ.com:<br />
</span>Any mention of gold, silver and bronze made lately you'd think would be in reference to the recently wrapped-up Vancouver Olympics. At Princeton University, however, they're just talking about the latest additions to the school's numismatic collection. The oldest of the 117 new coins comprising the recently acquired Armenian Heritage Collection dates back more than 2,000 years. As a whole, the collection ...</p>
<p><a href="http://www.numismaster.com/ta/numis/Article.jsp?ad=article&#038;ArticleId=9669" title="Think Twice Before Cleaning Any of Your Coins" target="_blank"><strong>Think Twice Before Cleaning Any of Your Coins</strong></a>, NumisMaster.com:<br />
Forrest Gump's words rang in his head, "Stupid is as stupid does." Our numismatist's 1945 "micro S" Mercury dime had come back from the grading service as "cleaned." The dime's value had been greatly diminished by his less than artful cleaning. He remembered the day of his fateful mistake. The sun was shining, birds were singing and flowers were in bloom. Amid all this loveliness, he was sorting his coins. He had ...</p>
<p>Thank you for reading and have a great weekend! </p>
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		<title>2010-P Dimes, Obama Quarters, Proof Error Cents</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Something About Coins! The U.S. Mint's low production figures and Obama-altered quarters kick off today's list of interesting articles. 
February mintage numbers were posted on CoinNews.net, and there's still no 2010 nickels. The last nickels were struck in June 2009. There were, however, 19 million P-dimes in February. The Denver mint only struck [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to <strong>Something About Coins</strong>! The U.S. Mint's low production figures and Obama-altered quarters kick off today's list of interesting articles. <span id="more-1283"></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.coinnews.net/2010/03/02/us-mint-february-2010-coin-production-dimes-fillmore-1-mintages-appear/" title="US Mint February 2010 Coin Production: Dimes, Fillmore $1 Mintages Appear" target="_blank"><strong>February mintage numbers</strong></a> were posted on CoinNews.net, and there's still no 2010 nickels. The last nickels were struck in June 2009. There were, however, 19 million P-dimes in February. The Denver mint only struck cents. </p>
<p>NBCNewYork.com investigated whether <a href="http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local-beat/Obama-Quarters-Loose-Change-85821077.html" title="Is the Obama Quarter for Real?" target="_blank"><strong>Obama quarters in circulation</strong></a> were legal. The quarters were apparently gold plated, and a decal of Obama covered Washington's portrait on the obverse. The article said customers at Webster Bank deposited the coins, and the bank re-circulated them. The bank's spokesman claimed they were real coins made into novelty items. NBC checked with the U.S. Mint, who believed if no one was being cheated and the other party accepted the coin, then it was still currency.</p>
<p>NumismaticNews.net shared<a href="http://numismaticnews.net/article/Fakes_share_certain_surface_characteristics/" title="Fakes share certain surface characteristics" target="_blank"><strong> characteristics of counterfeit coins</strong></a>. Four examples were given and the surface texture of the fakes were described. Three of the coins were from other countries, and they were described using KM numbers. Dave Harper explained in his Buzz blog that the <a href="http://blog.numismaticnews.net/buzz/2010/03/02/JustWhatAreThoseKMNumbers.aspx" title="Just what are those KM numbers?" target="_blank"><strong>KM numbering system</strong></a> is shorthand for world collectors with the Standard Catalog of World Coins. It replaces long descriptions with simply the country, date, denomination, and KM number. </p>
<p>Speaking of world coins, CoinLink.com reported Ira and Larry Goldberg Coins &amp; Collectibles bought a <a href="http://www.coinlink.com/News/world-coins/goldbergs-acquire-legendary-king-edward-viii-1937-proof-set/" title="Goldbergs Acquire Legendary King Edward VIII 1937 Proof Set" target="_blank"><strong>King Edward VIII 1937 Proof Set</strong></a>. Its purchase price was $2.1 million USD. The set is considered the &quot;Holy Grail&quot; of English Milled Coinage, according to the article, and the only one like it in private hands. </p>
<p>Numismaster.com writer Harry Miller discussed<a href="http://www.numismaster.com/ta/numis/Article.jsp?ad=article&#038;ArticleId=9606" title="Indications Point to Banner Year" target="_blank"><strong> key and semi-key coins' value increases</strong></a> during 2009. A chart showed the differences between 2009 and 2010 prices for commonly traded U.S. gold coins. Fueling the rise in values was the jump in precious metal prices. He believes 2010 should be another good year for collectors. </p>
<p>There are proof error coins, and then there are a <a href="http://heritageauctions.blogspot.com/2010/03/coin-monday-bonded-mated-pair.html" title="Coin Monday: &quot;A Bonded-Mated Pair&quot;" target="_blank"><strong>bonded-mated pair of 1972-S proof cents</strong></a>. These unique cents were described in Monday's Heritage Blog, and they will be auctioned in the Fort Worth ANA Auction on Mar. 26. The coins were graded PR-63 Brown by NGC but were not encapsulated, since the angle of the bond was 45 degrees. Besides explaining how these proof error cents were bonded-mated, the blog also pondered how did they leave the mint, since proofs have more rigorous inspections. </p>
<p> An article on the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) web site discussed reasons why <a href="http://www.pcgs.com/articles/article_view.chtml?artid=6101&#038;universeid=313&#038;type=1" title="Price Differences for Brown, Red Brown and Red Coins" target="_blank"><strong>red and brown cents price differently</strong></a> among similar dates and grades. Fully original red surfaces on copper are hard to find, it said, and command higher premiums. The different color-tones were defined between red, red-brown, and brown. </p>
<p>Green is bad. &quot;Green is the color of corroding copper and PVC residue,&quot; Numismatic Conservation Services (NCS) explained. The images showed a <a href="http://www.ncscoin.com/news/viewarticle.aspx?IDArticle=1476" title="Conservation Showcase: 1913 Buffalo Nickel Variety 2" target="_blank"><strong>1913 Buffalo Nickel Variety 2</strong></a> that NCS was able to remove the residue before corrosion had begun. </p>
<p>By the way, PCGS will conduct <a href="http://www.pcgs.com/articles/article_view.chtml?artid=6097&#038;universeid=313&#038;type=1" title="PCGS Show Specials at March 2010 Baltimore Expo" target="_blank"><strong>on-site grading and authentication services</strong></a> at their tables during the Whitman Baltimore Coin &amp; Collectibles Expo March 4-6. Their representatives will be at table number 1308 to answer questions and accept submissions. Earlier I mentioned <a href="http://somethingaboutcoins.com/2010/02/25/buffalo-proof-gold-olympic-silver-dollar-san-francisco-mint/#more-1220" target="_blank">NGC </a>was doing on-site grading there too.</p>
<p>Thanks for reading and see you tomorrow! </p>
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		<title>American Gold Eagles, Proof Lincoln Cents, US Mints</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Something About Coins! Three interesting news articles covering American Gold Eagles and a few more articles about historical U.S. Mints are below! 
For those tracking bullion sales figures, CoinNews.net reported February's American Gold Eagle sales was the fifth best February ever. In addition, the 84,000 that were sold to authorized buyers was less [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to <strong>Something About Coins</strong>! Three interesting news articles covering American Gold Eagles and a few more articles about historical U.S. Mints are below! <span id="more-1259"></span></p>
<p>For those tracking bullion sales figures, CoinNews.net reported <a href="http://www.coinnews.net/2010/03/01/us-mint-ships-80000-gold-eagles-in-february-2010-fifth-best/" title="US Mint Ships 84,000 Gold Eagles in February, 2010 &ndash; Fifth Best" target="_blank"><strong>February's American Gold Eagle sales</strong></a> was the fifth best February ever. In addition, the 84,000 that were sold to authorized buyers was less than January's sales. The Mint is still selling both the 2009 dated and 2010 dated gold eagles.</p>
<p>NumismaticNews.net claimed the Mint expects to <a href="http://www.numismaticnews.net/article/Mint_targets_March_Eagle_sellout/" title="Mint targets March Eagle sellout" target="_blank"><strong>sell the last 2009 Gold Eagles mid-March</strong></a>. It said the Mint still had 9,500 available as of Feb. 23.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.coinvaluesonline.com/content.asp?content=story&#038;news_id=886" title="American Eagles swing" target="_blank"><strong>American Eagles</strong></a> were also Steve Roach's topic on CoinValuesOnline.com. He said proof American Gold Eagle values have been fluctuating more than their silver counterparts on the wholesale level. Another hot area was key date $25 half-ounce gold eagle bullion coins in mint state condition. He said a major wholesaler is paying $1,600 for 1991 dated coins.</p>
<p>A few key date pennies were mentioned in Paul Green's article about <a href="http://numismaster.com/ta/numis/Article.jsp?ad=article&#038;ArticleId=9601" target="_blank"><strong>San Francisco Lincoln cent proofs</strong></a> for Numismaster.com. He began with the events that led up to the change to strike proof sets in San Francisco. Then he described the S-mint's low circulating mintages, like the 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent. Green suggested making a proof cent collection or a collection of proof-only cents, like the 1975-S. The end of the Lincoln Memorial reverse could help increase demand.</p>
<p>Another US Mint was discussed by Doug Winter. He's writing a series about coins from the Dahlonega, Georgia Mint. This article focused on <a href="http://www.raregoldcoins.com/market-blog/looking-at-pcgsngc-population-figures-of-type-two-and-type-three-dahlonega-gold-dollars" title="Looking at PCGS/NGC Population Figures of Type Two and Type Three Dahlonega Gold Dollars" target="_blank"><strong>population figures for Dahlonega gold</strong></a> Type Two and Type Three dollars. He gave his estimates of known pieces for D-mint coins dated 1855 through 1861 and compared them to PCGS and NGC reports. </p>
<p>CollectorsWeekly.com posted their interview with <a href="http://www.collectorsweekly.com/articles/an-interview-with-smithsonian-coin-and-currency-curator-richard-doty/" title="An Interview with Smithsonian Coin and Currency Curator Richard Doty" target="_blank"><strong>Richard Doty, Smithsonian Coin and Currency Curator</strong></a> last week. In it, Doty talked about early U.S. coins and their designs. A few Smithsonian coins were mentioned. He also answered questions about private mints in the mid 1800's, such as the one in North Carolina that struck the first gold dollars. </p>
<p>Finally, here's some extra information about the Whitman Coin &amp; Collectibles Baltimore Expo. The <a href="http://www.seateddimevarieties.com/62-E-GobrechtVolume6,Issue3.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>Seated Liberty exhibits</strong></a> will be at table 1806, the E-Gobrecht e-newsletter said. <a href="http://www.pcgs.com/articles/article_view.chtml?artid=6098&#038;universeid=313&#038;type=1" title="Bowers and Merena to Offer Important Rarities in March Baltimore Auction" target="_blank"><strong>The Bowers &amp; Merena auction</strong></a> starts soon and features some rarities like the Julianna Rose Collection of Fugio Coppers.</p>
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      <a href="http://somethingaboutcoins.com/coins-1968-s-proof-lincoln-cent_200448706126_US.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><strong>1968 s proof lincoln cent</strong></a><br />
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      <a href="http://somethingaboutcoins.com/coins-1985-s-ultra-cameo-proof-lincoln-cent_370350835911_US.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><strong>1985 s ultra cameo proof lincoln cent</strong></a><br />
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		<title>2010 Mintages, Buying Coins, Disabled Veterans Commemoratives</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:08:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>KJ</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Something About Coins! If you enjoy hunting for special coins in circulation, you'll enjoy the first three linked articles. If you prefer to buy special coins, you'll appreciate the fourth article. 
U.S. Mint Director Moy explained 2009 and 2010 mintages as well as coin distribution at the U.S. Mint Forum and posted on [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to <strong>Something About Coins</strong>! If you enjoy hunting for special coins in circulation, you'll enjoy the first three linked articles. If you prefer to buy special coins, you'll appreciate the fourth article. <span id="more-1244"></span></p>
<p>U.S. Mint Director <a href="http://www.coinnews.net/2010/02/23/us-mint-forum-moy-talks-pennies-nickels-dimes-mintages-2010-designs/" title="US Mint Forum: Moy Talks Pennies, Nickels, Dimes, Mintages, 2010 Designs" target="_blank"><strong>Moy explained 2009 and 2010 mintages</strong></a> as well as coin distribution at the U.S. Mint Forum and posted on CoinNews.net. He reiterated the role of the Mint was to produce coins, and it's the Federal Reserve's job to distribute them to banks as needed. Banks did not need many coins in 2009, so mintages were low. Moy said the Federal Reserve projected 2.2 billion new pennies will be needed this year. </p>
<p>David C. Harper talked about the <a href="http://www.numismaster.com/ta/numis/Article.jsp?ad=article&#038;ArticleId=9540" title="Time to Put Coins on Your Banking Radar" target="_blank"><strong>role of banks providing coins</strong></a> and the larger picture. Collectors looking for a bank that provides the latest released coins, like Lincoln cents and presidential dollars, need to keep in mind that getting new coins isn't a bank's biggest activity. Harper insinuated collectors could establish a long-standing relationship with the bank via accounts and loans. </p>
<p>WalletPop.com did a video about <a href="http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2010/02/23/savings-experiment-whats-the-best-way-to-turn-loose-change-int/" title="Savings Experiment: What's the best way to turn loose change into cash?" target="_blank"><strong>converting loose change into cash</strong></a>. They discussed rolling coins, buying a coin sorter, and using CoinStar. One thing they forgot to mention is looking for rare or error coins in their loose change. You know what I'm talking about, Susan Headley's <a href="http://coins.about.com/od/uscoins/tp/errorvarieties.htm" title="Top 10 Most Valuable U.S. Coins Found in Pocket Change" target="_blank">Top 10 Most Valuable</a> or for more, it's Brian Allen and Ken Potter's <a href="http://www.shopnumismaster.com/product/46/4" target="_blank">Strike It Rich with Pocket Change</a>.</p>
<p>CoinLink.com published an article from Doug Winter revealing <a href="http://www.coinlink.com/News/us-coins/tricks-of-the-trade-coin-buying/" title="Tricks of the Trade &ndash; Coin Buying" target="_blank"><strong>tricks for coin buying</strong></a>. He expounded on choosing coins that are aesthetically appealing, constantly in demand, and have been pre-screened in person. He said if you're not attending an auction, then pick a trusted representative to inspect the coin before buying.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.silvercoinstoday.com/us-mint-issues-disabled-veterans-commemorative-coins/102085/" title="US Mint Issues Disabled Veterans Commemorative Coins" target="_blank"><strong>2010 American Veterans Disabled for Life commemorative</strong></a> silver dollars are now available, CoinCollectingNews.org reported. Mintage limits total 350,000 for proof and uncirculated versions, and prices are discounted until March 29. Special inscriptions on the coin say, &quot;Take This Moment to Honor Our Disabled Defenders of Freedom,&quot; on the back and, &quot;They stood up for us,&quot; on the front.</p>
<p>Thanks for reading and have a great weekend! </p>
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      <a href="http://somethingaboutcoins.com/coins-military-coin-mfg-ad-commemorative-challenge-coin_130373399413_US.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><strong>Military Coin MFG Ad Commemorative Challenge Coin</strong></a><br />
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      <a href="http://somethingaboutcoins.com/coins-us-military-usmc-usaf-usa-challenge-coin-237_370349687308_US.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><strong>US Military USMC USAF USA Challenge Coin 237</strong></a><br />
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      <img src="http://somethingaboutcoins.com/images/pp.gif" alt="Paypal" />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;US $20.00
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		<title>Buffalo Proof Gold, Olympic Silver Dollar, San Francisco Mint</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:42:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>KJ</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Something About Coins! Gold prices rose and Olympic silver hummed in coin articles on the net. Short synopses of those stories and some upcoming coin shows follow. 
The U.S. Mint raised their prices for gold 2009 Buffalo proof coins and First Spouse coins, CoinNews.net said. I checked the Mint's web site and confirmed [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to <strong>Something About Coins</strong>! Gold prices rose and Olympic silver hummed in coin articles on the net. Short synopses of those stories and some upcoming coin shows follow. <span id="more-1220"></span></p>
<p>The U.S. Mint raised their<a href="http://www.coinnews.net/2010/02/23/us-mint-price-increases-50-for-gold-buffalo-25-for-first-spouse-coins/" title="US Mint Price Increases: $50 for Gold Buffalo, $25 for First Spouse Coins" target="_blank"><strong> prices for gold 2009 Buffalo proof coins </strong></a>and First Spouse coins, CoinNews.net said. I checked the Mint's web site and confirmed the price increase. The one ounce Buffalo is $1,410, the half ounce First Spouse proof is $729, and the First Spouse Uncirculated is $716. </p>
<p>Walletpop.com discussed the misleading advertisements for Vancouver 2010 <a href="http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2010/02/23/even-if-canadas-hockey-team-wins-gold-olympic-coins-not-a-wort/" title="Even if Canada's hockey team wins gold, Olympic coins not a worthwhile investment" target="_blank"><strong>Olympic silver dollars as investments</strong></a>. Demand and scarcity play a role when it comes to investments, the article said, and Canada has mass produced their Olympic coins. People interviewed in the article predict the coins won't hold their value and claimed they're more suitable for enjoying than investing. </p>
<p>Numismatic Conservation Services (NCS) described a <a href="http://www.ncscoin.com/news/viewarticle.aspx?IDArticle=1480" title="Conservation Showcase: Proof 1983 S Olympic $1" target="_blank"><strong>proof 1983-S Olympic silver dollar</strong></a> recently conserved for a collector. The coin, issued by the US Mint to commemorate the Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics, was in its original mint packaging, but it had turned yellow from a buildup of residues. NCS was able to remove the residues. </p>
<p>Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) announced its <a href="http://www.ngccoin.com/news/viewarticle.aspx?IDArticle=1485&#038;" title="NGC Grading On-site at Whitman Baltimore Coin &amp; Collectibles Expo" target="_blank"><strong>on-site grading and encapsulation services </strong></a> at their tables during the Whitman Baltimore Coin &amp; Collectibles Expo March 4-5.  Their table numbers will be 1302-1306. The announcement included a list of services, prices, and times.</p>
<p>Numismatic News reported  tours will be held at the old San Francisco Mint building during two  <a href="http://numismaticnews.net/article/Shows_to_be_held_in_Old_San_Fran_Mint/" title="Shows to be held in Old San Fran Mint" target="_blank"><strong>Old SF Mint Coin Shows</strong></a> April 23-24 and again Sept. 17-18. Admission will be $5 for anyone 12 and older, and over 30 coin and currency dealers are participating in the shows. Tours will be given three times a day. The show is sponsored by Griffin Coin Company.</p>
<p>More about the <a href="http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/dinkelspiel/detail?entry_id=56410" title="Learn about San Francisco history in two hours -- or win a free book" target="_blank"><strong>old San Francisco Mint</strong></a> was featured on SFGate.com earlier this month. The article said the mint survived the 1906 earthquake and fires and preserved the city's economic system. Then it closed its doors in 1937, and the federal government sold the old building to the city in 2003 for $1. </p>
<p>Whitman announced they've got <a href="http://whitmancoincollecting.com/content/long-beach-highlights-cointelevision/" title="Long Beach Coin Expo Highlights on Cointelevision" target="_blank"><strong>highlights from the Long Beach Coin Expo</strong></a> on Cointelevision. They've captured the gold on the SS Central America as well as commentary from several numismatists, like PCGS's David Hall, Liberty Coin Shop's Patrick Heller, and Monaco Rare Coins' Adam Crum.</p>
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      <a href="http://somethingaboutcoins.com/coins-2009-50-buffalo-gold-coin_160412243682_US.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><strong>2009 $50 BUFFALO GOLD COIN</strong></a><br />
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      <a href="http://somethingaboutcoins.com/coins-2006-american-buffalo-one-oz-50-gold-proof-coin_120541571544_US.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><strong>2006 American Buffalo One oz $50 Gold Proof Coin</strong></a><br />
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:08:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>KJ</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Something About Coins! Here are a few current coin articles circulating the web that you don't want to miss. 
The Washington DC 2010 Lincoln Cent exchange has been announced, CoinNews.net reported. This Thursday, Feb. 25, collectors will be able to exchange cash for the new pennies at two locations, like the last DC [...]]]></description>
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<p>The <a href="http://www.coinnews.net/2010/02/23/2010-lincoln-cent-exchanges-in-d-c-rescheduled-to-february-25/" title="2010 Lincoln Cent Exchanges in D.C. Rescheduled to February 25" target="_blank"><strong>Washington DC 2010 Lincoln Cent exchange</strong></a> has been announced, CoinNews.net reported. This Thursday, Feb. 25, collectors will be able to exchange cash for the new pennies at two locations, like the last DC coin exchange. The U.S. Mint's Headquarters Building and Union Station will open at 10 AM ET and exchange between two and six coin rolls at a time until the supply is exhausted.</p>
<p>NBCWashington.com pondered whether people will <a href="http://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local-beat/If-It-Aint-Broke-84789812.html" title="Why Mess With the Penny? " target="_blank"><strong>save the Lincoln Memorial penny</strong></a> like the Wheat penny was saved, or will it end up at a Coinstar. The article described the new penny's look and the public law that caused it. </p>
<p>NumisMaster.com relayed news that <a href="http://www.numismaster.com/ta/numis/Article.jsp?ad=article&#038;ArticleId=9482" title="Counterfeit Euro Coins Declining" target="_blank"><strong>counterfeit euro coins declined</strong></a> by 12% last year per the European Commission. 172,100 fake coins were discovered in 2009, versus 195,900 found in 2008. The 2-euro coin is still the most counterfeited, it said. </p>
<p>The Republic of Liberia released a new series of $5 <a href="http://www.numismaster.com/ta/numis/Article.jsp?ad=article&#038;ArticleId=9492" title="Coins Honor U.S. Presidents" target="_blank"><strong>coins honoring U.S. Presidents</strong></a>. PandaAmerica is distributing them. Each proof-like coin features a colorized portrait of a U.S. President and is made with copper-nickel but covered in pure silver.</p>
<p>Monday's Heritage Blog reported that next month's ANA auction will offer <a href="http://heritageauctions.blogspot.com/2010/02/coin-monday-fifty-large-heritage.html" title="Coin Monday: Fifty Large, Heritage Auction Galleries' style" target="_blank"><strong>seven 1915-S Panama-Pacific $50 gold coins</strong></a>. Three are round, and four are octagonal. The coins were struck by the U.S. Mint to commemorate the Panama-Pacific International Exposition, a huge celebration held in San Francisco in 1915.</p>
<p>CoinLink featured an article written by Doug Winter about <a href="http://www.coinlink.com/News/us-coins/pedigrees-and-numismatics/" title="PEDIGREES AND NUMISMATICS" target="_blank"><strong>important coin pedigrees</strong></a>. Pedigrees are like legal title chains, he wrote, and then he discussed the some of the big names. Collections by Louis Eliasberg, the Norweb family, the Garrett family, Stanley Elrod, Byron Reed, John Jay Pittman, Harry Bass, and a few others were covered.</p>
<p>SilverCoinsToday.com described the <a href="http://www.silvercoinstoday.com/australian-leafy-sea-dragon-silver-proof-coin/102070/" title="Australian Leafy Sea Dragon Silver Proof Coin" target="_blank"><strong>Perth Mint's Leafy Sea Dragon Silver Coin</strong></a>. The 99.9% pure silver coin is the second one in the Australian Sea Life Reef series. The image in the article shows a reverse with a gold and green Leafy Sea Dragon and an obverse with the portrait of England's Queen Elizabeth II. </p>
<p>CBSnews.com posted an article about South Carolina Representative Mike Pitts' efforts to<a href="http://www.cbsnews.com/blogs/2010/02/17/politics/politicalhotsheet/entry6217403.shtml?tag=contentMain;contentBody" title="South Carolina Lawmaker Seeks to Ban Federal Currency" target="_blank"><strong> ban federal money</strong></a> in his state. In the interview, Representative Pitts explained why he wants to move away from paper currency and go to gold and silver coins. He fears the U.S. economic system will collapse if the federal government doesn't slow the rate it is spending money. </p>
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