Coin Collecting News & Notes

Mayflower Compact Quarter Released

February 11, 2026

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One of the first 2026 semiquincentennial coins arrives in circulation with the release of the Mayflower Compact quarter.

Mayflower Compact Quarter Released

Funding Research

February 11, 2026

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Applications are now open for the Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society 2026 Newman Grant Program for researchers.

Funding Research

Jewett Joins Whitman

February 11, 2026

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Larry Jewett, longtime editor at Coin World, has joined Whitman Brands’ publishing team, filling Diana Plattner's role.

Jewett Joins Whitman

Canadian Black Heritage

February 10, 2026

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The Royal Canadian Mint is celebrating Black History Month with the release of a $20 silver coin featuring Adinkra symbols.

Canadian Black Heritage

9/11 Commemoratives: Fate Unknown

February 10, 2026

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Legislation for the creation of coins honoring those who were killed in the September 11 terrorist attacks 25 years ago is at a standstill.

9/11 Commemoratives: Fate Unknown

Princess of the Press

February 9, 2026

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Ida B. Wells was an outspoken journalist, suffragist, and civil rights activist who was honored in the American Women Quarters™ program.

Princess of the Press

Notable News (February 4-9, 2026)

February 9, 2026

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This week’s headlines include cash bouquets, a Royal Australian Mint commemorative, CCAC meeting, and U.S. Mint price updates.

Notable News (February 4-9, 2026)

The Hunt Is On

February 7, 2026

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The Royal Mint is holding a national treasure hunt built around a puzzling and intricate coin inspired by Sir Isaac Newton.

The Hunt Is On

Winter Olympic Commemoratives

February 6, 2026

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The Italian Mint released a series of coins honoring the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Milano and Cortina.

Winter Olympic Commemoratives

Super Bowl Surprise

February 6, 2026

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The NFL will use a restrike of one of the most iconic medals in American history for the coin toss at Super Bowl LX.

Super Bowl Surprise

To the Market

February 6, 2026

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Stack's Bowers Galleries has launched Stack's Marketplace to provide collectors with a secure e-commerce website.

To the Market

One, Two, Three Strikes

February 6, 2026

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The 2022 Negro Leagues Baseball Commemorative Coin Program celebrates the establishment of the Negro National League.

One, Two, Three Strikes