Coin Collecting News & Notes

Georgia, Other States Formalizing “Penny” Policies

April 11, 2026

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State governments are formalizing policies and providing official guidance on how to address the shortage of 1-cent pieces in commerce.

Georgia, Other States Formalizing “Penny” Policies

“Spirit of 76” Error Quarter

April 11, 2026

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Some Philadelphia issues of the newly released 2026 Mayflower Compact quarter feature a struck-through error on the obverse.

“Spirit of 76” Error Quarter

To the Moon and Back

April 10, 2026

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The Royal Canadian Mint has released a silver commemorative for the Artemis II mission and the Canadian astronaut on board.

To the Moon and Back

Cuba to Feature Women on New Notes

April 9, 2026

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The Central Bank of Cuba will soon introduce two new bank notes, which feature women for the first time in the country’s history.

Cuba to Feature Women on New Notes

Six Kangaroos for 60 Years

April 8, 2026

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The Royal Australian Mint added a sixth kangaroo to its $1 coin to mark the 60th anniversary of the nation adopting decimal currency.

Six Kangaroos for 60 Years

Wisconsin Supercomputer Dollar

April 7, 2026

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The United States Mint released the Wisconsin American Innovation dollar, which depicts the first commercially successful supercomputer, on April 7.

Wisconsin Supercomputer Dollar

Queen Elizabeth II’s Legacy

April 7, 2026

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The Royal Perth Mint released a three-coin set to mark the late Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday and honor her legacy.

Queen Elizabeth II’s Legacy

Notable News (March 31-April 6, 2026)

April 6, 2026

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This week’s headlines include the U.S. Mint 2026 Super Heroes set, FCCB president, CCAC meeting, and ANS Renaissance Medals Online.

Notable News (March 31-April 6, 2026)

Aruba Anniversaries

April 6, 2026

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Aruba released commemorative coins to mark the anniversaries of its flag and national anthem, as well as its independence.

Aruba Anniversaries

Ancient Roman Coin Propaganda

April 5, 2026

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The Free Library of Philadelphia will host a free program on April 24 exploring how coins reveal the politics and propaganda of ancient Rome.

Ancient Roman Coin Propaganda

Fellowship of the Coins

April 4, 2026

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Monnaie de Paris released a bevy of coins to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Peter Jackson's The Fellowship of the Ring

Fellowship of the Coins

Swiss Bank Note Contest Winner

April 3, 2026

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Based on the theme “Switzerland and its altitudes,” the nation's new bank notes will be designed by Emphase Ltd.

Swiss Bank Note Contest Winner