US Coin Blog: The Latest News and Updates

Rare American Coins Database Updated for May

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:58:47 GMT

The sales records of rare coins for May 2009 have been logged into the database. Leading the charge in May was an 1856-O $20 Double Eagle, Var 1, graded MS-63 PCGS. It is the finest known example of this rare date. The $1.438 million selling price was the most ever paid for a coin produced by the New Orleans Mint. Coming in 2nd place for the month was a 1797 $10 Capped Bust Eagle with small eagle, grading MS-63 NGC. It sold for $322,000. 3rd place went to a 1796 $2.50 Capped Bust Quarter Eagle with stars, described as a Premium Quality specimen. The buyer had to cough up $253,000 to take it home.

The 2008 State Quarters Honor Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona, Alaska, and Hawaii.

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 10:10:04 GMT

The 2008 state quarters are the last of the 50 State Quarters Program. Check here for complete State Quarters list. Coin collecting State Quarters has brought many new people to the hobby.

US Coin Values Printed Reports

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 01:55:57 GMT

Get print friendly PDF downloads of US Coin Values Advisor reports. Bonus feature: Collector Index scores estimate future value growth for every coin in report.

Rare Coin Prices 2007: Highest Paid Prices for Rare US Coins Recorded Here

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 01:30:00 GMT

Sales prices of the rarest, most valuable US coins are tracked in this online database that is free to use. Rare coin prices are sorted in a variety of ways, to help researchers locate information.

New Video Tour of ANA Museum

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 00:07:10 GMT

A young visitor to the American Numismatic Association headquarters in Colorado Springs has made a video of her museum tour. If you've never seen the ANA money museum before, this is your chance to catch a glimpse of their displays, which includes the ultra rare 1913 nickel.

Mint Reveals Images of 2009 First Spouse Coinage

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:15:18 GMT

On Dec 23, 2008, the US Mint revealed images for the 2009 First Spouse Coinage. The 2009 honorees are: Anna Harrison, Letitia Tyler, Julia Tyler, Sarah Polk, and Margaret Taylor. The coins will be released at separate times throughout 2009.

New Lincoln Cent for 2009 Coming

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 22:22:57 GMT

There will be a new Lincoln Cent in 2009. Throughout the year, four different reverse designs will be featured, depicting chapters from the life of Abraham Lincoln. The new Lincoln Cent debuts on Feb 12, Lincoln's birthday.

2009 Presidential Dollar Coin Images Released by US Mint

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:38:12 GMT

The US Mint has released images of the 2009 Presidential Dollar coins. The honorees for 2009 are William Henry Harrison (9th president), John Tyler (10th), James K. Polk (11th), and Zachary Taylor (12th).

The 2009 presidential coin features the motto "In God We Trust" on the front side. Previously, the motto was inscribed on the edge of the presidential dollar coin, but a public outcry convinced the government to make the reference to God more easily visible.

Print Friendly Reports Now Available

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:13:03 GMT

Finally! For years, US Coin Values Advisor has provided coin value trend online reports. Problem was, they didn't lend themselves to printing offline very well. We've fixed that problem. Reports are now being prepared in print friendly PDF format. In addition to getting all the same data viewed online, those receiving the print downloads also get a bonus feature called the Collector Index. There is a relatively small charge to obtain the PDF reports.

Peace Dollars Updated for 2008

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:27:55 GMT

Coin Value Tables for each member of the Peace Dollar group have been updated to include 2008 trends. Most trends are up since 2006, the last time the tables were updated. Many of the increases are related to the rise in the price of silver bullion, though collector pressure continues to be a factor.

Lincoln Cent Value Trends Updated for 2008

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 02:52:09 GMT

We've updated value trends for the Lincoln Cent series. Since our last update in 2006, there have been significant price hikes across the board, for many common date, semi-key, and key dates.

Indian Head Cents Updated for 2008

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 12:29:05 GMT

The Coin Value Tables for the Indian Head Cent series have been updated to include 2008 values. Since our last update in 2006, we have seen considerable price advancements, especially for the key dates in the series, the 1877 and 1909-S. The lower grades for the key dates, G and VG, where most collectors of ordinary means concentrate their purchasing activity, enjoyed the strongest gains.

Flying Eagle Cents: Coin Value Tables Updated to Include 2008 Prices

Sun, 08 Jun 2008 14:05:38 GMT

Estimated retail prices for 2008 have been added to the Coin Value Tables for the Flying Eagle Cents. The tables illustrate price trends since 1950 for individual coins of the series, along with percentage gain computations.

Buffalo Nickel Value Trends Updated for 2008

Wed, 14 May 2008 02:13:43 GMT

The Buffalo Nickel Coin Value Tables are now updated for 2008. The tables were previously upated in 2006. Since then, we've seen strong price increases across the board, especially for key date coins in lower grades, which appeal to a broad range of collectors. The 1913-S Type 2 and 1937-D 3-legged buffalo enjoyed very sharp price surges.

1804 Silver Dollar Sells for $3.738 million

Wed, 07 May 2008 22:44:36 GMT

An 1804 Draped Bust Silver Dollar sold for $3.738 million on April 17. The winning bid was placed through the Internet. Prior to the sale, the fabled coin was professionally cleaned and judged by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation as a PF-62. The seller purchased the silver dollar in 1993 for $475,000.

2008 Presidential Dollar Coins: Images and Issue Dates Released

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 01:38:04 GMT

Images of the 2008 Presidential Commemorative coins are out. These are 5th-8th coins in the presidential coin series, honoring James Monroe, John Quincy Adams, Andrew Jackson, and Martin Van Buren. The Mint also has announced the presidential dollar coin release schedule for 2008.

Designs for 2008 First Spouse Coins Unveiled by the Mint

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 01:00:39 GMT

On Nov 19, 2007, the US Mint unveiled designs for the 2008 First Spouse coins. The event was held at the White House. The First Spouse coinage of 2008 honors Elizabeth Monroe, Louisa Adams, the presidencies of Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren.

New Orleans Mint Museum Re-Opens on Oct 19, 2007

Mon, 17 Sep 2007 02:03:11 GMT

After more than two years of repairs following Hurricane Katrina, the New Orleans Mint Museum is set to reopen on October 19, 2007.

Cause of 2004-D Wisconsin Error Coin Revealed

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 01:47:09 GMT

A scientific inquiry into the extra leaf error on a small number of 2004-D Wisconsin State Quarters yields evidence of the probable cause.

1894-S Barber Dime Sells for $1.9 million

Sat, 04 Aug 2007 12:02:04 GMT

A PF-66 Barber Dime, the finest known example of this classic numismatic rarity, sold for $1.9 million in July 2007. The seller paid "just" $1.32 million for the coin only two years ago.

1913 Liberty Head V Nickel Sells for $5 million.

Thu, 24 May 2007 01:40:32 GMT

April sales data for rare American coins is now posted. There wasn't much activity in the way of major auctions, but one private sale made blockbuster news. One of the five known 1913 Liberty Head V nickel changed hands for $5 million. This is the second highest price ever paid for a single US coin. Interestingly, this exact same coin was sold in mid-2005 for $4.15 million.

Coins Worth Collecting: Key Dates for Each US Coin Series

Wed, 18 Apr 2007 03:02:52 GMT

US Coin Values Advisor has started an offshoot from our Bullish US Coins section. We summarize many key dates across the range of US numismatics, with direct links to current eBay auctions. These coins worth collecting were selected based upon impressive value increases over a very long period in the past, and are likely to continue outpacing most other collectible coins in the future.

More Bullish One Cent Coins Added

Sat, 03 Feb 2007 12:50:28 GMT

Four more one cent coins have been added to the Bullish List. These coins are destined to increase in value over time because of their wide appeal with serious collectors. The "rare pennies" added are: 1909-S VDB, 1914-D, 1922 No-D, and 1931-S. Value trend histories are summarized, as well as a look back to the news events of those years.

Presidential Dollar Coin Series Begins in Feb 2007

Tue, 27 Dec 2005 14:33:57 GMT

Beginning in Feb 2007, a presidential dollar coin series will be released by US Mint. Every year, four presidents are to be honored. Issuance schedule is set by order of presidential service. Get full details by clicking link.