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Senators Question Gold Sources

Senators Question Gold Sources

June 19, 2026

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Two senators call for confirmation that the gold intended for the 2026 coins bearing Donald Trump's image was sourced legally.

Senators Question Gold Sources
Gold Coin Scam Nearly Cost Michigan Woman $700,000

Gold Coin Scam Nearly Cost Michigan Woman $700,000

June 18, 2026

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A Michigan woman almost lost a fortune in a gold coin ploy when an alleged scammer tried to get her to send him $700,000.

Gold Coin Scam Nearly Cost Michigan Woman $700,000
The Future of Money

The Future of Money

June 17, 2026

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The Embassy of France and Monnaie de Paris hosted a symposium examining the evolution of money and the role of coins and medals in diplomacy.

The Future of Money
A Bank Note Display & Seminar

A Bank Note Display & Seminar

June 13, 2026

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The Higgins Museum of National Bank Notes in Okoboji, Iowa, is hosting a historic exhibit and seminar this summer.

A Bank Note Display & Seminar
Precious Metals Now Legal Tender in Alaska

Precious Metals Now Legal Tender in Alaska

June 13, 2026

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The move makes Alaska the 46th state to pass such a measure, which also eliminates taxes on silver and gold specie.

Precious Metals Now Legal Tender in Alaska
Compliment Coins

Compliment Coins

June 9, 2026

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Colorful, joyful wooden tokens handcrafted by a Vermont artist make kind words easier to say—and to receive.

Compliment Coins
Counterfeit Silver on the Rise

Counterfeit Silver on the Rise

June 6, 2026

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When purchasing silver coins, buy from reputable dealers and don't fall for deals that seem too good to be true.

Counterfeit Silver on the Rise
Maryland’s Tax Exemption Passes

Maryland’s Tax Exemption Passes

June 5, 2026

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On May 26, Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed a bill eliminating sales tax from purchases of gold and silver.

Maryland’s Tax Exemption Passes
2026 Newman Grant Awardees

2026 Newman Grant Awardees

June 3, 2026

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The Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society (EPNNES) has awarded Newman Grants to seven recipients this year.

2026 Newman Grant Awardees
Trump $250 Bill

Trump $250 Bill

June 1, 2026

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently revealed that the Treasury department has produced mock-up designs for a proposed $250 Trump bill.

Trump $250 Bill
Helpful Hints for a Welcoming Hobby

Helpful Hints for a Welcoming Hobby

May 31, 2026

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The Metropolitan Coin Club of Atlanta (MCCA) has released Helpful Hints for Enjoying Coin Collecting, Second Edition.

Helpful Hints for a Welcoming Hobby
Monthly Mintage Surpasses 1 Billion

Monthly Mintage Surpasses 1 Billion

May 28, 2026

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For the first time since August 2023, the United States Mint has struck more than 1 billion coins in a single month.

Monthly Mintage Surpasses 1 Billion