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American Art-Union, Part 2: The Allston & Trumbull Medals

American Art-Union, Part 2: The Allston & Trumbull Medals

The American Art-Union produced medals honoring renowned painter Washington Allston and John Trumbull, a Revolutionary War hero.
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Spill the Tea

Spill the Tea

Reports indicate that tea money appeared in Central Asia as recently as 1935.
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Newly Authenticated 1943 Bronze Cent

Newly Authenticated 1943 Bronze Cent

U.S. Coins and Jewelry has acquired a 1943 bronze Lincoln cent that a Texas family held unverified for more than 60 years.
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Collecting Toned Indian Head Cents

Collecting Toned Indian Head Cents

Bold, beautiful, and filled with color, toned Indian Head cents present an excellent opportunity to add eye appeal to your collection.
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News & Notes

U.S. Mint Meet and Greets

U.S. Mint Meet and Greets

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Each month for the rest of the year, the United States Mint will host meet and greets for the public to speak with employees.

U.S. Mint Meet and Greets
Newly Authenticated 1943 Bronze Cent

Newly Authenticated 1943 Bronze Cent

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U.S. Coins and Jewelry has acquired a 1943 bronze Lincoln cent that a Texas family held unverified for more than 60 years.

Newly Authenticated 1943 Bronze Cent
Silver Denarii Hoard in Germany

Silver Denarii Hoard in Germany

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On September 22, the biggest Roman coin treasure ever found in Germany from the time of Emperor Hadrian went on display.

Silver Denarii Hoard in Germany
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Britannia Bullion Birthday

Britannia Bullion Birthday

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The Royal Mint is celebrating the anniversaries of its Britannia gold and silver bullion coins with special editions in 2027.

Britannia Bullion Birthday
U.S. Mint Releases 2026 Proof Set

U.S. Mint Releases 2026 Proof Set

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The U.S. Mint’s 2026 proof set will be available for purchase on October 6 and includes the dual-dated semiquincentennial coins.

U.S. Mint Releases 2026 Proof Set
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