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December 31, 2012: Preview of 2013 Coins, Gold’s 12th Annual Gain, 1943 Bronze Lincoln Cent

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We’re back with one final round up of coin collecting news and articles to finish the year!

First, Mint New Blog provides a look ahead at the 2013 US Mint coins and programs, including some interesting trends and potential products that will make the new year an interesting one for . . . → Read More: click here to continue

2011-2012 Coin Legislation Passed and Proposed in 112th Congress

The 112th United States Congress convened for the first time on January 3, 2011. For the last two years, it has been the body responsible for creating the legislation that, if signed by the… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] … http://www.coinnews.net/2012/12/31/2011-2012-coin-legislation-passed-and-proposed-in-112th-congress/ . . . → Read More: click here to continue

British Businessman Unearths Roman Coins Dating to 235AD

Free Coin Price Guides A treasure trove of silver Roman coins has been discovered lying buried in a field at St Blazey. Forty-five coins dating back to the 3rd century were found by a local man… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] . . . → Read More: click here to continue

2012 Annual Sales of American Silver Eagle Bullion Coins

The United States Mint’s inventory of 2012 American Silver Eagle bullion coins was depleted on December 17, yet 2012 annual sales still hit third highest in the silver coin’s 26-year history. In a memo to its distributors, the U.S. Mint not only declared that its 2012 inventory had sold out but also that "no . . . → Read More: click here to continue

Sales Ending for US Silver Coins and 2011 Annual Sets

The door is quickly closing on more than a dozen United States Mint products produced for 2011, including several silver coins and many popular annual sets for the year. Sales end at 12:00 noon ET on Monday, December 31, 2012 for most of the Mint’s remaining 2011-dated products. Ordering deadlines occurred earlier this month . . . → Read More: click here to continue

Gold, Silver Fall for Fifth Week; US Bullion Coins Weaken

Gold fell nearly $ 8 Friday, snapping a two-session winning streak and pulling the yellow metal down for a fifth straight weekly loss — this latest one the smallest of the lot at 0.3%. Other… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] … . . . → Read More: click here to continue

US Mint Sales: Limited Edition Silver Proof Sets Climb

Demand grew for 2012 Limited Edition Silver Proof Sets according to the newest array of U.S. Mint’s weekly sales data, but it dwindled for two other popular products containing silver coins. While U.S. Mint sales did not exactly explode, collectors still pulled out their credit cards for 515 more 2012 Limited Edition Silver Proof . . . → Read More: click here to continue

US Mint Bullion Revenue Falls 29%, American Silver Eagle Generates Loss of $4.4 Million

Following four consecutive years of record breaking results, United States Mint bullion program revenue and net income declined for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2012. Bullion coin revenue was $ 2.46 billion compared to $ 3.47 billion in the prior year, representing a decline of 29.11%. Net income for the segment was $ . . . → Read More: click here to continue

Gold, Silver Climb in Post-Christmas Trade, US Gold Coins Rise

Gold, silver and other precious metals advanced in post-Christmas trading Wednesday. Volume was light, as is expected throughout the week with participants away on a holiday break. Markets closed for… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] … http://www.coinnews.net/2012/12/26/gold-silver-climb-in-post-christmas-trade-us-gold-coins-rise/ . . . → Read More: click here to continue

US Mint Prices for 2013 Numismatic Products and Coins

Two weeks ago the United States Mint published its preliminary product schedule for 2013, saying it would add prices "very soon." It did. Prices are now tagged to many numismatic products… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] … http://www.coinnews.net/2012/12/26/us-mint-prices-for-2013-numismatic-products-and-coins/ . . . → Read More: click here to continue

US Mint Sales: Cleveland Products Debut, Commemorative Coins Rise

Debuting Cleveland products helped shore up United States Mint sales as many collectors grabbed an extended break from buying to enjoy Christmas with family and friends. Commemorative coins also… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] … http://www.coinnews.net/2012/12/28/us-mint-sales-cleveland-products-debut-commemorative-coins-rise/ . . . → Read More: click here to continue

US Mint FY 2012 Numismatic Revenue Falls on Lower Gold and Platinum Sales

The United States Mint reported lower revenue and net income for the numismatic program for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2012. Overall revenue fell by 33.3% to $ 481.2 million, while net income and seigniorage fell by 34.7% to $ 73.9 million.

This article continues coverage of the United States Mint’s 2012 financial . . . → Read More: click here to continue

December 28, 2012: US Mint Bullion and Numismatic Programs, Numismatics in 2013, FUN Convention

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We’re back to bring you another fresh round up of coin collecting news and articles from around the internet!

Coverage of the United States Mint’s fiscal 2012 continues with articles on the bullion program and numismatic program. Both business lines experienced a decline in revenue and net income.

The latest . . . → Read More: click here to continue

Royal Canadian Mint Wins Coin of the Year Award

Royal Canadian Mint Image Ottawa, Ontario, December 6, 2012 — The Royal Canadian Mint is proud to be the recipient of a Krause Publications 2013 Coin of the Year award, as its 2011 $ 20 pure silver… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! . . . → Read More: click here to continue

Final Coin in Danish Ships Coin Series Features Fishing Vessel

The Danmarks Nationalbank have issued their latest coin in the popular “Ship” series, this is the twelfth coin issued and thus, also the last. The “ship” series first began in 2007 with the issue of the surveillance vessel Vædderen (the Ram) as its motif. Successive coins were issued at the rate of two per . . . → Read More: click here to continue