Coin Collecting News Stories

World Record Set for Heaviest Silver Coin

July 1, 2026

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Texas Precious Metals and Sunshine Minting set a world record with a coin that weighs as much as an average adult.

World Record Set for Heaviest Silver Coin

Limited-Edition 4th of July Quarters

June 24, 2026

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The United States Mint will release 250,000 semiquincentennial 2026 Declaration of Independence quarters with special “July 4” privy marks.

Limited-Edition 4th of July Quarters

Dennis Tucker Joins CSNS Board

June 20, 2026

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Award-winning numismatist Dennis Tucker has been appointed to the Central States Numismatic Society’s board of governors.

Dennis Tucker Joins CSNS Board

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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