Coin Collecting News & Notes

2026 Native American Dollar

January 10, 2026

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Oneida woman Polly Cooper, an American Revolutionary War hero, is honored on the 2026 Native American dollar.

2026 Native American Dollar

The Woman Behind America250

January 9, 2026

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Rosa "Rosie" Gumataotao Rios is the driving force behind America250, an initiative that will feature celebrations and events throughout 2026.

The Woman Behind America250

Lone Star Bullion

January 6, 2026

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The Texas Bullion Depository has released commemorative gold and silver coins, as well as Redback gold notes, for collectors.

Lone Star Bullion

Notable News (December 30, 2025-January 6, 2026)

January 6, 2026

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This week's headlines include Wozniak $2 bills, a call for artists, the 2026 Mayflower Compact quarters, and a Scottish counterfeiter.

Notable News (December 30, 2025-January 6, 2026)

Treasury Guidance on Cent Phaseout

January 5, 2026

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The U.S. Treasury has released recommendations on how to handle cash transactions now that the cent is no longer being produced.

Treasury Guidance on Cent Phaseout

Spanish Legacy in America

January 2, 2026

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The Royal Spanish Mint is releasing coins in 2025 and 2026 to recognize Spain's support of the colonies during the Revolutionary War.

Spanish Legacy in America

A Grecian Wonder

December 31, 2025

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Greece’s latest gold proof coin in its Cultural Heritage series features the towering cliffs of Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A Grecian Wonder

Notable News (December 23-29, 2025)

December 29, 2025

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This week's headlines include Souvenir Card Collectors Society cards, a Jim Licaretz medal, George Washington painting, and Syrian currency.

Notable News (December 23-29, 2025)

Papua New Guinea’s Independence Notes

December 29, 2025

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Papua New Guinea will release a 100-kina note in 2026 to honor Julius Chan, the nation’s first finance minister and second prime minister.

Papua New Guinea’s Independence Notes

An Admirable Advocate You’ve Never Heard Of

December 27, 2025

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The Bank of Estonia has launched its first issue in a new series of silver proof coins that feature outstanding Estonian women.

An Admirable Advocate You’ve Never Heard Of

Coins for a Queen

December 25, 2025

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The Royal Mint has released its third coinage portrait of Queen Elizabeth II in its five-coin series honoring the late queen.

Coins for a Queen

MCCC Charity Auction

December 24, 2025

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The Montgomery County Coin Club dedicated its 2025 annual charity auction to past member Scott Allan Barman.

MCCC Charity Auction