News & Notes

The go-to news resource for coin and paper money collectors.

Picture Perfect

Picture Perfect

December 4, 2023

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The 54th medal for the Jewish-American Hall of Fame highlights Solomon Nunes Carvalho, a photographer, inventor, and artist.

Picture Perfect
A Fantastic Find

A Fantastic Find

December 4, 2023

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A hoard of over 100,000 coins, dating between 175 B.C. and A.D. 1265, was found in Japan, 60 miles northwest of Tokyo.

A Fantastic Find
Way Too Far

Way Too Far

December 2, 2023

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Media coverage led to the misconception that the denomination itself is valuable, but it is time to squash the myth that $2 notes are rare.

Way Too Far
Crowning Achievement 

Crowning Achievement 

December 1, 2023

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On November 23, the Royal Australian Mint released a surprise 50-cent commemorative honoring the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Crowning Achievement 
Fifty Thousand Follis

Fifty Thousand Follis

December 1, 2023

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A recreational diver recently discovered a massive hoard of ancient Roman follis off the coast of Sardinia, Italy.

Fifty Thousand Follis
Notable News (November 27-December 4, 2023)

Notable News (November 27-December 4, 2023)

December 1, 2023

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This week's headlines include upcoming changes to euro bank notes, a new Royal Mint commemorative, and a NCBA seminar.

Notable News (November 27-December 4, 2023)
James Bond Coins Are Back

James Bond Coins Are Back

November 29, 2023

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The Royal Mint once again honors the suave spy with a new coin series inspired by the seven-decades-long film franchise.

James Bond Coins Are Back
Paris Mint’s “Connected” Coin

Paris Mint’s “Connected” Coin

November 28, 2023

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Owners of this special coin honoring the 100th anniversary of Gustave Eiffel's death can register the piece by scanning it with their phones.

Paris Mint’s “Connected” Coin
College Football Opening Coin Toss

College Football Opening Coin Toss

November 22, 2023

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A Saint-Gaudens double eagle was flipped to start the football game between Lamar University and McNeese State University in Beaumont, Texas.

College Football Opening Coin Toss
Canada’s Mint Unveils Charles III Portrait

Canada’s Mint Unveils Charles III Portrait

November 21, 2023

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On November 14, the Royal Canadian Mint debuted its portrait of King Charles III, which will appear on the country's circulating coins.

Canada’s Mint Unveils Charles III Portrait
Notable News (November 17-24, 2023)

Notable News (November 17-24, 2023)

November 15, 2023

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This week's numismatic headlines include the "Best of the Mint" competition, George F. Kolbe's retirement, and a viral $2 bill.

Notable News (November 17-24, 2023)