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As we continue with the daily additions of new releases, we also keep an eye on the rise of metal prices. We just updated all melt values on the website and are in the process of modifying them once more to reflect this increase in metal pricing. We have also been making changes to show coins with their proper entity. This means that if a coin is commemorative or non-circulating, it will be labeled as such, versus the “standard coinage” it is now. We have also received emails from our members, who provide images for coins or inform us about listing discrepancies like missing mints or rulers. Thank you all for reaching out, and we greatly appreciate your assistance in making the website more accurate. I also want to thank…

Here are some answers sent from our e-newsletter readers. Read more responses at www.numismaticnews.net. Will your coin collecting be affected if the United States implements tariffs? Why or why not? Yes, because dealers will use any tariff scheme as an excuse to price gouge. Name and Address withheld I don’t think that we will be affected at all by the new tariffs because we, for the most part, buy our coins from American-based dealers/sellers. Dave Burdis Charleroi, Pa. Obviously, if trying to buy coins from an international dealer, it will impact those collectors’ prices. That said, with Trump, who knows how this will end. Name and Address withheld My initial thought was the U.S. government would not charge a tariff on foreign coins or foreign commemoratives (coins and medals) imported…

Ahead of the release of the first of the “sandwich” coins, Coins’ December 1965 issue ran on its cover what it termed the “World’s First Colored Photo of a ‘New’ Clad Coin.” The editor explained: “How will the new U.S.-clad coins look? Artistic license and numismatic chicanery combined to produce our cover coin photo showing how the new clad Washington quarters may well appear when they come out of cold storage bearing their 1965 dates. “Beyond the new date, you’ll find the cover coins bearing the faintly bluish cast of a bright, new nickel, for that’s the metal now being used in the coinage. The tint, artificially induced in the photo, will be a built-in feature of the coin itself…. To achieve an accurate projection of the false date on…

■ Is there a line I can draw between a note that has been signed and a note that I can identify as being a short snorter? There is no fast and hard rule, but in general, a bank note that has been autographed is treated as just that—an autographed note. A short snorter is usually considered to be an autographed note, the signature or signatures on it having something to do with the military. This might be politicians, USO performers, or military personnel. ■ Do all autographed notes have additional value because they are signed? Some bank note collectors don’t want autographed notes at all and refer to the signatures as being graffiti. Collectors who are interested in who signed the notes may be looking for celebrities, specific military…

There are two 1913-S Buffalo nickels, and they are both desirable. In fact, even though the 1913-S Buffalo nickels are highly regarded, they could probably get a great deal better. The Buffalo nickel was new in 1913. The James Earle Fraser design was replacing the Liberty Head, which had been in use since 1883. In some ways, there was an ironic twist to the first year of both designs in that both had experienced modifications. Back in 1883, the new nickel appeared without the word “CENTS” on the reverse. It had to be added, it was said, to prevent it from being gold-plated and passed off as a $5. In 1913, the new Buffalo nickels were produced in solid numbers, with Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco producing over 38 million…

Stack’s Bowers Galleries announced the first-ever public appearance and offering of a 1945 Franklin Delano Roosevelt Fourth Inaugural medal in gold. One of only 10 examples struck in this precious metal, it will highlight the firm’s upcoming 2025 Summer Global Showcase Auction. While 3,500 examples of the 1945 inaugural medal in bronze were struck to be sold to the public and are offered today on a regular basis, gold examples are another matter entirely. The 10 produced enjoyed closed distribution that included government officials and world leaders as follows: 1. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt: presented at the White House, Jan. 18, 1945, two days prior to the inauguration. This medal was subsequently presented to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library at Hyde Park after the president’s death on April 12,…

It’s that time of year again to send us your upcoming show dates. The staff at Numismatic News has been gearing up to ready the next Show & Auction Guide, set to appear in the June 3 issue of Numismatic News and the July issues of World Coin News and Bank Note Reporter. Don’t miss this chance to get your show included—for free! The Show & Auction Guide is a semiannual supplement to Numismatic News, World Coin News, and Bank Note Reporter magazines. Featuring the hobby’s most complete listing of coin shows this year and next — as well as a comprehensive list of numismatic auction firms—you’ll want to be sure to have your club’s or organization’s show among them. Show listings can be submitted via an online form, or…

This month has brought little change. The Michigan American Innovation dollar was added, with promising initial sales numbers. Michigan numismatists worked with the U.S. Mint to get a public release ceremony on April 8. It will remain to be seen over the year if the public ceremony increased sales over other innovation dollars that did not have a ceremony. So far, the Michigan dollar has about 1,000 more sales in both the 25-count roll and the $100 bag than the Arkansas dollar released earlier in the year. The Florida dollar will be added next month, so seeing how those initial numbers compare will be interesting. The second 2025 American Women quarter was also added this month, Juliette Gordon Low, who is known for founding the Girl Scouts of the USA.…

I’ve commented before that crypto money does not represent the end of the world for physical currency as we now know it. Rather, cryptocurrency is yet the latest alternative to using coins and bank notes. It follows a long list of options necessitating the use of physical money that includes checks, credit cards, debit cards, and various forms of automated electronic payments from one bank account to another. To look into this even further, what about promissory notes and even bank notes? Aren’t bank notes a substitute for carrying around huge amounts of coins? Bank notes originated as a way a bank could hold your precious metal coins, supposedly representing these coins were on hand to be redeemed for the bank’s note. Despite all these “innovations,” physical coins, even in…

Kensington Palace, nestled within the lush Kensington Gardens in London, England, is a historic treasure trove steeped in over 300 years of royal history. The palace has been home to various members of the British royal family. Spend some time exploring the castle and discover its rich history, elegant architecture, and sumptuous interiors. Queen Victoria, one of Britain’s most iconic monarchs, was born and raised at Kensington Palace. As you step into the rooms where she spent her childhood, you’ll discover the story of a young girl destined to be queen. The Victoria: A Royal Childhood exhibit allows you to walk in her footsteps and gain insights into her formative years. Immerse yourself in regal history. Wander through the lavish rooms of the King’s State Apartments, each grander than the…

FOR COMPLETE SHOW LISTINGS VISIT numismasticnews.net The weekly Show Directory lists all coin and paper money events scheduled within one month of the issue cover date. Show dates and times sometimes change at the last minute. Please contact the show promoter BEFORE traveling long distances. SHOW PROMOTERS: Run your show announcement FREE! Just email the information indicated in the form below to numismatics@aimmedia.com. All timely listings are also included in both Bank Note Reporter and World Coin News at NO CHARGE. *Dependent upon date of submission relevant to deadline and space availability. Want to make your show really STAND OUT? Whether you need dealers on the floor or collectors at the gate, Numismatic News offers the best, most qualified coin and paper money collector and dealer audience around – AND…