Notable News (March 31-April 6, 2026)

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

The U.S. Mint will release a 2026 Super Heroes three-medal set in the fall. The set will include medals depicting Super Girl, Robin, and Green Lantern.

Photo: U.S. Mint

Len Glazer, a founding member of the Fractional Currency Collector Board (FCCB), has assumed the role of club president. The FCCB was formed in 1983.

Photo: Heritage Auctions

The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold its next public meeting by videoconference on April 21 at 12:30-4 p.m. ET. The group will review 2027 American Innovation $1 coin designs for Oregon, Kansas, West Virginia, and Nevada.

Photo: U.S. Mint

The American Numismatic Society (ANS) has launched Renaissance Medals Online, an open-source research tool for cataloging Italian Renaissance medals. The site focuses on Italy’s early medallic art from the 15th and 16th centuries.

Photo: ANA Money Museum