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Play for Coins

Play for Coins

March 10, 2025

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To celebrate more than 100,000 downloads in its soft launch, the video game EIGHTH ERA will award NGC-certified ancient coins as prizes.

Play for Coins
The Kingdom of Bermania Commemorative

The Kingdom of Bermania Commemorative

March 4, 2025

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The Kingdom of Bermania recognizes the 50th anniversary of its Big Fig Revolt and King Alanus I with a celebratory commemorative.

The Kingdom of Bermania Commemorative
Historic Hoard Unearthed in Scotland

Historic Hoard Unearthed in Scotland

February 28, 2025

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A cache of 15th-century gold and silver coins buried during a turbulent time in British history was discovered in Scotland.

Historic Hoard Unearthed in Scotland
Cutting Out Counterfeits

Cutting Out Counterfeits

February 27, 2025

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Research by the U.S. Federal Reserve Board shows that the number of counterfeit bills in circulation has plunged over the past 20 years.

Cutting Out Counterfeits
Kenyan 2024 Bank Notes Receive Award

Kenyan 2024 Bank Notes Receive Award

February 21, 2025

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The Central Bank of Kenya's new bank note series won a prestigious award for the notes' new security features.

Kenyan 2024 Bank Notes Receive Award
2025 Professional Numismatist Program

2025 Professional Numismatist Program

February 21, 2025

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Stack's Bowers Galleries will hold its 2025 Professional Numismatist Program in Costa Mesa, California, in July.

2025 Professional Numismatist Program
Scouts at the National Money Show

Scouts at the National Money Show

February 21, 2025

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Scouts are encouraged to attend the Young Collectors Corner at the ANA's National Money Show to learn about numismatics.

Scouts at the National Money Show
Anti-Counterfeiting Award

Anti-Counterfeiting Award

February 10, 2025

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ACEF is seeking nominees for its Alan Kreuzer Memorial Award, which recognizes anti-counterfeiting efforts.

Anti-Counterfeiting Award
Trump Orders Cent Production to Halt

Trump Orders Cent Production to Halt

February 10, 2025

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President Donald Trump has instructed the Treasury Secretary to stop making the cent as a cost-savings measure. 

Trump Orders Cent Production to Halt
Roman Gold Hoard Unearthed

Roman Gold Hoard Unearthed

February 4, 2025

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A hoard of ancient Roman gold solidi was discovered in Luxembourg. Struck 1,700 years ago, the coins span eight emperors and one usurper.

Roman Gold Hoard Unearthed
Survey for New U.S. Quarter Series

Survey for New U.S. Quarter Series

January 31, 2025

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Individuals can provide their opinions on which youth sports should be depicted in the U.S. Mint's new quarter series, set to begin in 2027.

Survey for New U.S. Quarter Series
Historic 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar Regraded

Historic 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar Regraded

January 30, 2025

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CAC Grading recently graded a 1794 Flowing Hair silver dollar as Mint State-67, making it the finest-known example.

Historic 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar Regraded