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Error Coin Essentials: Foreign Matter

Error Coin Essentials: Foreign Matter

Embedded foreign matter can be introduced to coins in many ways at different points in the coin production process and creates unique errors.
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Diamond Field Morgan and Peace Dollar Set

Diamond Field Morgan and Peace Dollar Set

The 2026 Diamond Field Morgan and Peace dollar set features a repeating diamond pattern in the fields on the obverse and reverse.
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Should We Fear a Digital Dollar?

Should We Fear a Digital Dollar?

With increased adoption of virtual currencies around the world, many have criticized the privacy and stability of a U.S. digital dollar.
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The Princess & the Frog

The Princess & the Frog

A previously undocumented 130th issue of the Society of Medalists reveals a final chapter in the celebrated series.
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News & Notes

Shaping American Identity 

Shaping American Identity 

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Collectors can examine some of the artistic foundations of American coinage at a new exhibit in Washington, D.C.  

Shaping American Identity 
The New Newman Numismatic Portal

The New Newman Numismatic Portal

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Launched in September, the new Newman Numismatic Portal brings together numismatic literature and images under a unified repository.

The New Newman Numismatic Portal
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Diamond Field Morgan and Peace Dollar Set

Diamond Field Morgan and Peace Dollar Set

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The 2026 Diamond Field Morgan and Peace dollar set features a repeating diamond pattern in the fields on the obverse and reverse.

Diamond Field Morgan and Peace Dollar Set
Wicked Commemoratives Defy Gravity

Wicked Commemoratives Defy Gravity

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The Royal Mint is celebrating 20 years since the musical Wicked held its first performance in London at the Apollo Victoria Theatre.

Wicked Commemoratives Defy Gravity
Trump Gold Coin Release Date

Trump Gold Coin Release Date

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President Donald Trump gold $250 coins will be available for purchase on the U.S. Mint’s website beginning November 5.

Trump Gold Coin Release Date
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