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Shipwreck Artifact Recovery Continues

Shipwreck Artifact Recovery Continues

December 1, 2025

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A cannon, three coins, and a porcelain cup were recently recovered from the legendary San José shipwreck, located off the coast of Colombia.

Shipwreck Artifact Recovery Continues
Beware of Cent Scams

Beware of Cent Scams

December 1, 2025

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Online scammers are selling overpriced 2025 cents in an attempt to capitalize on the end of the denomination.

Beware of Cent Scams
January Releases

January Releases

November 29, 2025

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The U.S. Mint has published a preliminary schedule detailing several of its products debuting in January 2026

January Releases
New Ancients Book

New Ancients Book

November 25, 2025

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The American Numismatic Society has released a book about Roman coin finds and monetization in northwest Europe by Benjamin D.R. Hellings.

New Ancients Book
Too Cute to Spend

Too Cute to Spend

November 25, 2025

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The Bank of Mexico reports that nearly 13 million people are hoarding the nation’s 50-peso note, featuring an endearing axolotl on the back.

Too Cute to Spend
Notable News (November 18-24, 2025)

Notable News (November 18-24, 2025)

November 24, 2025

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This week's headlines include free U.S. Mint shipping, a theft, the Paris Mint in 2026, and an interview with ANA Curator Doug Mudd.

Notable News (November 18-24, 2025)
A Mickey Mouse Christmas

A Mickey Mouse Christmas

November 24, 2025

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APMEX has released its 2025 Mickey Mouse Christmas bullion coins, available in one ounce of .999-fine silver or .9999-fine gold.

A Mickey Mouse Christmas
Stack’s Acquires Long Beach Expo

Stack’s Acquires Long Beach Expo

November 21, 2025

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Stack’s Bowers Galleries has acquired the Long Beach Expo from Collectors Universe, Inc. and intends to enhance the popular event.

Stack’s Acquires Long Beach Expo
Stories in Paper

Stories in Paper

November 20, 2025

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Anil Bohora published his book Banknote Stories, as well as information on bank note designs, printing, and history.

Stories in Paper
We Will Rock You

We Will Rock You

November 19, 2025

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The Royal Mint pays tribute to one of the greatest musical showmen of all time, Freddie Mercury of Queen, with its latest collectable coin.

We Will Rock You
Historic Spanish Coin Up for Auction

Historic Spanish Coin Up for Auction

November 19, 2025

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The first Spanish 100-escudo coin ever struck is expected to realize millions of dollars in an online auction happening now.

Historic Spanish Coin Up for Auction
Notable News (November 11-17, 2025)

Notable News (November 11-17, 2025)

November 18, 2025

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This week's headlines include Nepali bank notes, the Rittenhouse Medal for Excellence, Britain's 2026 gold sovereigns, and a 100 ducat.

Notable News (November 11-17, 2025)