News & Notes

National Coin Week Theme

The ANA is accepting submissions to name this year's National Coin Week, which is based on the theme of pop culture in numismatics.

A Mammoth of a Coin

The Royal Mint has released its Ice Age Giants collection, with one issue highlighting the steppe mammoth.

Star Privy Silver Eagles Entice Young Collectors

The United States Mint and a video game studio are collaborating to issue the second-ever silver American Eagle with a privy mark.

Notable News (October 16-21, 2024)

This week's headlines include a valuable find in a British field, Flowing Hair silver medals, and the Smithsonian's "Value of Money" gallery.

Perth Mint’s Slithering Specimens

The Perth Mint in Australia has recently debuted a new series celebrating the Chinese Zodiac's 2025 Year of the Snake.

Baltimore Winter Expo

The Whitman Baltimore Winter Expo will be held November 14-16. The free event will feature over 1,000 independent dealers.

Notable News (October 8-15, 2024)

This week's headlines include unusual Australian coins, the Royal Mint's new sovereigns, a Canadian wheat-themed nickel, and more.

Coins for the Cure

To kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Whitman Brands has partnered with Susan G. Komen to release a limited-edition pink coin album.

Notable News (October 1-7, 2024)

The Value of Cryptocurrency

Recent research shows that 96% of cryptocurrencies are worth less than $1, with 85% being worth less than 1 cent.

Hidden Treasure

Jon Collins-Black created a nationwide treasure hunt in the spirit of Forrest Fenn. Clues can be found in his book, There's Treasure Inside.

Notable News (September 23-30, 2024)

This week's headlines include the Royal Hawaiian Mint's anniversary, the U.S. Mint's mutilated coin program, and Grover Cleveland medal.