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2006 United States Mint Silver Proof Set™ Available May 10

WASHINGTON – The United States Mint announced today that it will begin selling the 2006 United States Mint Silver Proof Set™ online and by telephone on May 10, 2006, at 12:00 noon (ET).
The 2006 United States Mint Silver Proof Set features proof versions of the five 2006 commemorative quarter-dollar coins in the United States Mint’s [...]

As Gold Price Soars Higher, Experts Issue Consumer Advisory

( Fallbrook, CA) — With the price of gold over $600 per ounce, investors should become knowledgeable before purchasing gold bullion coins as a financial investment. The consumer protection advice is from the Professional Numismatists Guild (www.PNGdealers.com), a nonprofit organization founded in 1955 and composed of the country’s top rare coin experts.
“If you don’t know [...]

As the 100th Anniversary of the San Francisco Earthquake Approaches, the United States Mint Pays Homage to the Granite Lady

WASHINGTON -Tomorrow, April 18, 2006, is the 100th anniversary of the great San Francisco earthquake. In a tip of the hat to National Coin Week (April 16-22, 2006), the United States Mint is highlighting the Old Mint’s role as San Francisco’s financial rock in the recovery and re-building of the city.
The great earthquake and fire [...]

Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee Teleconference April 13

Public Welcome to Attend at United States Mint Headquarters

What: The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a meeting via teleconference on Thursday, April 13, 2006.
The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business associated with the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States [...]

NEBRASKA QUARTER LAUNCHED IN LINCOLN

Newest Quarter in 50 State Quarters® Program Features Famous Western Landmark

Lincoln, Nebraska –The newest commemorative quarter-dollar coin in the United States Mint’s 50 State Quarters® Program depicts one of the West’s most famous landmarks, Chimney Rock, the natural wonder that rises from the valley of the North Platte River, measuring 445 feet from base [...]

DUYFKEN VOYAGE CELEBRATED IN PURE SILVER

The Perth Mint has released an Australian legal tender commemorative coin celebrating
the first known sighting and charting of the Australian coast by a European explorer.
Struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the Australia on the Map coin depicts
the small Dutch ship Duyfken (Little Dove), which 400 years ago in 1606 made landfall [...]

United States Mint Features Wide Range of Products at the American Numismatic Association’s National Money Show

WASHINGTON – Visitors to the United States Mint’s booth at the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) National Money Show will be able to view and purchase a wide range of popular United States Mint products, including the new 2006 Westward Journey Nickel SeriesTM “Return to Monticello” Two-Roll Set.
The show takes place at the Cobb Galleria Centre [...]

PNG 2006 Award Nominations Sought

( Fallbrook, CA) — The Professional Numismatists Guild (www.PNGdealers.com) has issued a call for nominations for its annual awards program.
“Each year, PNG accepts nominations for a half dozen awards representing outstanding achievements in various areas of the hobby and the profession. The award recipients will be announced at the annual PNG Day summer banquet [...]

Nebraska Official First Day Coin Cover Available April 24

WASHINGTON – The United States Mint announced today that 50,000 limited-edition Nebraska Official First Day Coin Covers will be available online at www.usmint.gov, beginning at noon (ET) on April 24, 2006.
Priced at $19.95, the Nebraska Official First Day Coin Cover features two Nebraska commemorative quarter-dollars from March 6, 2006, the first day of mintage – [...]