Coin Collecting News Stories

Ellsworth’s Early Cents

December 24, 2024

1 min read

On January 9 at the FUN Convention, Heritage Auctions will conduct the sale of Colonel Steven K. Ellsworth’s collection of U.S. large cents.

Ellsworth’s Early Cents

How the U.S. Mint is Changing

December 24, 2024

4 min read

The U.S. coining facility is investing in modern minting practices and coins that celebrate pop culture and upcoming anniversaries.

How the U.S. Mint is Changing

Precious Crypto

December 23, 2024

1 min read

Two bills in the Texas House of Representatives propose a state-backed cryptocurrency, fully redeemable in precious metals.

Precious Crypto

The “Red Book” Podcast

December 18, 2024

1 min read

Greysheet's new podcast explores the history of "A Guide Book of United States Coins" and is hosted by John Feigenbaum and Jeff Garrett.

The “Red Book” Podcast

Did the Flowing Hair Dollars Sell Out?

December 6, 2024

3 min read

These popular mint pieces, which carry a hefty price tag, sold out in just four minutes. But conflicting information suggests otherwise.

Did the Flowing Hair Dollars Sell Out?

Australian Cash Mandate

December 5, 2024

2 min read

Starting January 1, 2026, Australian businesses offering essential goods and services will be required to accept cash payments.

Australian Cash Mandate

Elevating Young Dealers

December 3, 2024

1 min read

The National Coin & Bullion Association has launched a promotion called DiscoverNCBA designed to empower coin dealers age 35 and younger.

Elevating Young Dealers

Record-Breaking Colonial Coin

December 3, 2024

1 min read

A Massachusetts silver threepence struck in 1652 set a world record in a Stack’s Bowers Galleries auction, selling for $2.52 million.

Record-Breaking Colonial Coin

A Meaningful Tribute

December 3, 2024

2 min read

A recent gift from late, former ANS president Sydney F. Martin's family established the Sydney F. Martin Executive Director role.

A Meaningful Tribute

Crypto for Christmas

November 22, 2024

1 min read

An authority in financial technology, copyright, and technology law recommends using cryptocurrency to purchase holiday gifts this season.

Crypto for Christmas

Watch Out for Mutilated Money!

November 21, 2024

1 min read

Starting this holiday season, major retailers across the United States will not accept mutilated bills at checkout.

Watch Out for Mutilated Money!

WitterBrick Gold Mine

November 14, 2024

1 min read

A collector received a remarkable return on his investment when he discovered his $375 WitterBrick contained a gold coin valued at $40,000.

WitterBrick Gold Mine