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US Mint - The United States Mint (Mint) will open sales for rolls and bags containing the second American Innovation $1 Coin of 2025 on April 8 at noon EDT.
The reverse (tails) design of the coins in these products recognizes the innovation of the auto assembly line.
"I am pleased to announce the release of the American Innovation $1 Coin for my home state of Michigan," said Kristie McNally, Acting Director of the Mint. "The assembly line revolutionized the auto industry and changed the business and manufacturing world. It also influenced shipbuilding and aircraft production during World War II. We are honored to celebrate this major achievement with this coin."
"Michigan is the birthplace of innovation and hard workers," said Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. "From pioneering the assembly line to being the leader in manufacturing, Michigan has always been a beacon of ingenuity. But what truly makes Michigan special is how we've used that innovation to grow the middle class and create opportunities for working-class families. This coin is a tribute to Michigan's spirit—a celebration of hard work, creativity, and the drive to build something better for generations to come."
The following packaging options from the Mint's facilities at Philadelphia and Denver will be available:
Visit the product detail page to set up a REMIND ME alert for the Michigan American Innovation $1 Coin product options. For the first 24 hours of sales, orders are limited to 10 items of each product per household.
Introduced in 2018, the American Innovation $1 Coin Program is a multi-year series featuring distinctive reverse designs that pay homage to America's ingenuity and celebrate the pioneering efforts of individuals or groups from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Territories.
The Michigan American Innovation $1 Coin reverse design features a 1930s-era assembly line where a team of auto workers lowers an automobile cab into place. Included inscriptions are "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "MICHIGAN," and "AUTO ASSEMBLY LINE." United States Mint Medallic Artist John P. McGraw sculpted, and Artistic Infusion Program (AIP) Designer Ron Sanders designed the image.
The obverse (heads) design of all coins in the American Innovation $1 Coin Program features a dramatic representation of the Statue of Liberty in profile with the inscriptions "IN GOD WE TRUST" and "$1." The design also includes a privy mark of a stylized gear, representing industry and innovation. Mint AIP Designer Justin Kunz created the design, which Mint Medallic Artist Phebe Hemphill sculpted.
Incused on the coin's edge are "2025," the mint mark ("P" or "D"), and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."
PCGS - With its striking yellow surface and precise detailing, this gold 15 Rupien is a sought-after German Colonial piece with a bold and distinctive elephant design. The elephant represents the German East African colony where the coin was struck in modern-day Tanzania.
Heritage Auctions -Among the highlights of Heritage's April 3-6 US Coins Signature® Auction will be a stunning specimen of the uncommon B-1 variation of a 1796 quarter.
"The B-1 is the rarer variety, especially for those graded in Mint State, with about one-third as many examples as there are of the B-2," explains Heritage Auctions Executive Vice President Todd Imhof. "This example is extraordinary, tied at the low end of the Rea-Polizio-Moulton Census, behind only four MS63 examples and one MS66 coin."
Due to the low original mintage, there are probably only 100 Mint State 1796 quarters left in existence. However, given all the factors that make this issue highly collectible, there aren't nearly enough uncirculated examples to meet demand, which makes examples like the one up for auction very desirable to serious collectors.
ANA - The SS Pacific was lost off the Washington coast on November 4, 1875, while carrying gold miners, prominent merchants, and a large shipment of gold coins, gold bars, and gold dust. Recovery is scheduled to begin in the summer of 2025. This presentation focuses on the cargo and how it will be recovered.
Jeff Hummel has been involved in marine projects since 1983; his earliest experience was recovering World War II aircraft from Lake Washington. He is one of the world's leading experts in PC-based marine navigation systems.
US Mint - The United States Mint (Mint) 2025 American Women Quarters™ rolls and bags honoring Juliette Gordon Low will be available for purchase on March 25 at noon EDT. The Juliette Gordon Low quarter is the 17th coin in the American Women Quarters™ Program, a four-year program that celebrates the accomplishments and contributions made by women who have shaped our Nation's history and helped pave the way for generations that followed.
Roll and Bag Product Options
Priced at $47.25, a bag of 100 circulating quality quarters minted in Philadelphia (product code 25WBC) Priced at $47.25, a bag of 100 circulating quality quarters minted in Denver (product code 25WBD) Priced at $42.00, a two-roll set containing a total of 80 circulating quality quarters minted in Philadelphia and Denver (product code 25WRC) Priced at $63.00, a three-roll set containing a total of 120 circulating quality quarters minted in Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco (product code 25WRD)
Orders for the 100-coin bags are limited to 10 per household on the first day, while orders for the two-roll and three-roll sets are limited to three per household on the first day.
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Because of overwhelming demand, much of the production of the three-roll sets is accounted for through subscription. A limited quantity will be available for purchase on March 25 at noon EDT.
The American Women Quarters will also be available at the Mint's sales centers at the Philadelphia Mint, 151 N. Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (on 5th Street between Arch Street and Race Street); the Denver Mint, 320 West Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80204 (on Cherokee Street, between West Colfax Avenue and West 14th Avenue); and the Mint Headquarters Coin Store in Washington, D.C., 801 9th St. NW, Washington, DC 20220.
The reverse (tails) design depicts a likeness of Juliette Gordon Low next to the original Girl Scout trefoil, which she designed and patented. The inscriptions are "JULIETTE GORDON LOW" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM," with "QUARTER DOLLAR" and "FOUNDER of GIRL SCOUTS of the UNITED STATES of AMERICA" inscribed around the coin's border. United States Mint Artistic Infusion Program Designer Tom Hipschen created the reverse design, which Mint Medallic Artist Eric David Custer sculpted.
Each coin in this series features a common obverse (heads) design depicting a portrait of George Washington. This design was originally composed and sculpted by Laura Gardin Fraser as a candidate entry for the 1932 quarter, which honored the bicentennial of George Washington's birth. The inscriptions are "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and "2025."
PCGS - Zoom into the branch below the eagle, and you'll see that this 1795 $10 gold coin has 13 leaves, different than another variety of this coin with only 9 leaves. Despite having a higher mintage, only about 400 to 500 of the 13-leaf variety survive today. This PCGS-graded example recently sold at auction for an impressive $1,338,750.
US Mint - The United States Mint (Mint) announces the opening of sales for the 2025 American Eagle Gold Proof Coins on March 20 at noon EDT. Orders are limited to three items per product code per household for the first 24 hours from the on-sale date and time.
Struck in 22-karat gold at the United States Mint at West Point, these popular coins are collector versions of the official United States Mint American Eagle Gold Bullion Coins. In 2021, for the first time since their introduction more than three decades before, the reverse (tails) of American Eagle Gold Proof Coins debuted a newly designed portrayal of an eagle, created by the United States Mint Artistic Infusion Program Designer Jennie Norris and sculpted by the United States Mint Medallic Artist Renata Gordon. Inscriptions are "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and "IN GOD WE TRUST," along with the face value and weight.
The coins' obverse (heads) features Augustus Saint-Gaudens' full-length figure of Liberty with flowing hair, holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left. To render a closer reflection of Saint-Gaudens' original vision, legacy details of the obverse design also were restored in 2021, including modifications to the U.S. Capitol Building, stars, torch, sun rays, and other design elements based on the original bronze cast.
In 2021, the Mint also redesigned the reverse and enhanced design details on the obverse of these coins and introduced anti-counterfeiting features, including a reeded edge variation on the one-ounce coin.
The 2025 American Eagle Gold Proof Coins will be available in the five product options below. Click on each product code to sign up for a "REMIND ME" alert.
*The product limit is the total available for each product. **The mintage limit represents the total number of coins produced for this denomination, including those in the American Eagle Gold Proof Four-Coin Set.
The individual coins are encapsulated, packaged in a black presentation case, and housed in a box with the United States Mint seal on the lid. The box fits into an outer sleeve with a beautiful gold foil image of Liberty. Coins and sets are accompanied by a certificate of authenticity with matching imagery.
American Eagle Gold Proof Coins are priced according to the range in which they appear on the Mint's Pricing of Numismatic Gold, Commemorative Gold, and Platinum and Palladium Products table. Current pricing information is available here. These prices may be updated every week on Wednesdays, based on the precious metals market. Visit the Mint's website for a detailed explanation about its pricing strategy.
NGC - A stunning selection of rare coins and medals certified by NGC is being offered by Künker in March.
A prestigious lineup of rare and historic numismatic treasures is set to captivate collectors in Künker's latest auction series. Dozens of coins and medals certified by Numismatic Guaranty Company® (NGC®) are being offered in Auctions 419-422 on March 17-19, 2025.
Leading the NGC-certified lots is a Germany 1917E Saxony 3 Mark - Reformation graded NGC PF 66 (Auction 422, lot 3876), with an estimate of €100,000 (about $107,000). This coin was issued by the German state of Saxony to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. Struck in silver at the Muldenhütten Mint (mintmark "E"), the coin features a detailed portrait of Frederick the Wise, an ally of Martin Luther, on the obverse. The reverse displays the German Empire's imperial eagle, symbolizing national unity during World War I. With its historical significance and intricate design, this coin remains a prized piece among collectors.
Other NGC-certified coins in this auction series include:
Germany 1698 GFN Nurnberg 5 Ducats - City View graded NGC MS 62 (Auction 422, lot 2947), with an estimate of €50,000 (about $53,000)
Roman Empire, Crispina AD 177-182/3 Gold Aureus graded NGC Ancients Ch AU, 5/5 Strike and 4/5 Surface (Auction 419, lot 495), with an estimate of €45,000 (about $48,000)
Iran AH1314(1896) 10 Tomans graded NGC AU Details (Auction 422, lot 2729), with an estimate of €25,000 (about $27,000)
Roman Empire, Licinius I AD 308-324 Gold Aureus graded NGC Ancients Ch MS, 5/5 Strike and 5/5 Surface (Auction 419, lot 549), with an estimate of €20,000 (about $21,000)
Poland 1662 DL Danzig Ducat graded NGC MS 63 (Auction 422, lot 2636), with an estimate of €17,500 (about $19,000)
Iran AH1297(1880) 10 Tomans graded NGC MS 61 (Auction 422, lot 2728), with an estimate of €17,500 (about $19,000)
Danzig 1923 25 Gulden graded NGC PF 66 Cameo (Auction 422, lot 4070), with an estimate of €12,500 (about $13,000)
Roman Empire, Elagabalus AD 218-222 Gold Aureus graded NGC Ancients AU, 5/5 Strike and 4/5 Surface (Auction 419, lot 516), with an estimate of €12,500 (about $13,000)
PCGS - Courage, confidence, character. #9889; March 12 marks National Girl Scout Day, and what better way to honor the impact of millions of girls across the country than this modern commemorative?
The 2013-W Proof Girl Scout Silver Dollars were struck to celebrate the Girl Scout Organization's 100th Anniversary. The Girl Scouts Program was first started on March 12, 1912.
Obverse: The obverse features three girls of different ages and ethnicities representing the Girl Scouts Organization. The obverse has the inscriptions, "Courage Confidence Character, 2013, In God We Trust, 100 and Liberty.
Reverse: The reverse of the coin shows the Girl Scouts emblem. The reverse inscriptions indicate, United States of America, E Pluribus Unum $1 and Girl Scouts.
Issue Date: February 28, 2013
Pre-Issue Price: $50.95 (Before March 29, 2012) Regular Issue price: $55.95 (After March 29, 2012)
Heritage Auctions - This Saturday, March 15th, marks the closing of our Spotlight: The Twelve Caesars Ancient Coin Showcase Auction, as well as the anniversary of Julius Caesar's assassination in 44 BC.
Caesar had an unremarkable early political career, holding many of the offices expected of a man of his standing. He first held the consulship in 59 BC following successful military campaigns in Spain, winning the election thanks to his supporters among the aristocracy and the general populace. Once he was in office, Caesar forged an informal political alliance now known as the "First Triumvirate" with Pompey, a political powerhouse, and Crassus, the richest man in Rome, using his position in the Senate to push forward bills on behalf of his new allies.
Following his consulship, Caesar and his fellow triumvirs at first aimed to stay in the good graces of the simultaneously infamous yet extremely popular Publius Clodius Pulcher, though when Clodius turned against Pompey in 58 BC, they quickly switched tactics to recalling Cicero from exile in hopes that he would speak out against Clodius in favor of the triumvirs. Indeed, Cicero successfully urged the Senate to vote for an unprecedented fifteen days of thanksgiving for Caesar for his victory in Gaul, allowing him to maintain support for his position in Transalpine Gaul.
After Crassus died in battle in 53 BC, tensions began to build between Caesar and Pompey. Many in the Senate urged Pompey to recall Caesar from his command in Gaul. Eventually, this faction was successful in convincing Pompey to take a firm stance against Caesar's continued command. In response, throughout 50 BC, Caesar built up troops in southern Gaul while Pompey fortified northern Italy. As the threat of a civil war loomed, attempts from Caesar to negotiate disarmament were rejected by hardliners in the Senate, with Caesar eventually being named an enemy of the state.
In response to this decree from the Senate, Caesar ignited civil war when he marched troops across the Rubicon River, crossing a line and making a decision which could not be undone — the origin of the phrase "to cross the Rubicon." Pompey fled south immediately, believing correctly that Caesar would be quick to march on Rome. As Pompey escaped to Greece, Caesar occupied Rome for about two weeks, forcefully seizing the treasury and having his ally Lepidus name him dictator so that he could conduct the consular elections. Pompey was eventually pushed towards Egypt, where he was killed upon arrival. Caesar arrived in Egypt soon after in October for 48 BC and was prevented from leaving by unfavorable winds, though he was appointed in-absentia to a year-long dictatorship of Rome.
By April 46 BC, Caesar was given a new dictatorship annually. While not a direct source of legal power, the dictatorships reflected his dominant position in the state. The Senate gave unprecedented honors to Caesar, such as the title praefectus moribus, historically associated with the power to censure senators and control over war and peace, a power traditionally held by the comitia centuriata. He was also the first living Roman to ever have his portrait on a coin.
In January 44 BC, two tribunes shut down attempts to call Caesar rex-literally "king" — a title associated with the cruel tyranny of the last king of Rome, Lucius Tarquinius Superbus. Caesar had these tribunes ejected from the Senate for supposedly infringing on his honor and angering the public, which viewed tribunes as protectors of popular freedom. In February of that same year, Caesar assumed the dictatorship for life, making clear that he had no intention of restoring a free republic.
On March 15th, 44 BC, as Caesar sat on a golden throne, he was approached by conspirators against him and stabbed at least 23 times, poetically dying at the feet of a large statue of Pompey. The last words of Caesar remain a source of disagreement. In popular culture, Caesar is remembered by the famous words "et tu, Brute?" However, this phrase is not attested by ancient sources, rather being invented by Richard Edes for his play Caesar Interfectus, which would later inspire Shakespeare's dialogue in his own Caesar play. Ancient sources vary on whether Caesar said nothing at all in his last moments or if he instead uttered the Greek phrase "kai su, teknon," translating literally to "and you, child." Despite the recent discontent of the people towards Caesar, the assassins were received coldly in the Forum and made to flee the city, subsequently minting the famous "Eid Mar" coin commemorating this event. Caesar's heir, Octavian, would go on to exploit the chaos following Caesar's death to seize the consulship and establish his autocracy under the guise of restoring a republic he would eventually destroy.
Octavian's subsequent rise to power and the early years of the empire can be traced in the iconic coinage of the Twelve Caesars. Join us Saturday to witness the rise of the Roman Empire as told through numismatics.
American Numismatic Society - This lecture was a part of the 2023 Coinage of the Americas Conference on September 22-23, 2023. Sponsored by Resolute Americana Collection and the Stack Family, this conference explored 18th & 19th century design and production. Some of the most beautiful and iconic coins and paper currencies were made during this period, some inspired by millennia-old coins and others serving as inspirations for centuries to come. The artists and engravers who created those designs were recognized as masters of their craft in their own time and are now hailed as luminaries by present-day numismatists. In addition to their artistic contributions, many of them also had a hand in the technological improvements for numismatic production during this period.
With Neil Musante, Numismatic Researcher and editor of "The MCA Advisory," the magazine of the Medal Collectors of America
Whitman Publishing - The newest edition of the popular Red Book series will be released in early April and includes its largest update in years.
The 79th edition of A Guide Book of United States Coins (the Red Book), the world's No. 1 best-selling numismatic price guide and reference, has been completely redesigned as part of Whitman Publishing's newest release. With even more grade-by-grade coin values, historical insights, high-resolution photographs, and accurate mintage data than ever before, collectors across the globe have plenty to look forward to when the new Red Book launches for wholesale purchase in late March and releases to the public at bookstores and online shops on April 8, 2025.
Front cover of the new 2026 Red Book.
Since 1946, more than 25 million copies of the Red Book have been sold, making it one of the best-selling nonfiction books in American publishing history. The 2026 edition has been meticulously redesigned with the collector in mind. It features a larger 6-inch-by-9-inch format, an intuitive layout, and more than 32,500 market values in up to nine grades for more than 12,000 coins, tokens, medals, sets, and other collectibles.
It also includes new market insights, updated research, and the latest mint data. For the first time, pricing is based on Collector's Price Guide (CPG®) retail pricing, and Greysheet Identification (GSID#8480;) catalog numbers are integrated for seamless identification across Whitman's family of products.
"I am truly honored to have been part of this year's transformation, working closely with the extremely talented and professional staff at Whitman and the invaluable Red Book Advisory Panel of more than 70 numismatic industry leaders, experts and supporters," said Jeff Garrett, Senior Editor of the Red Book, President of Mid-American Rare Coin Galleries and a former ANA President. "Every change, from the book's physical size to its presentation order, was carefully chosen and implemented with a single goal: to enhance the collector's experience."
The various Red Book covers available for the 2026 edition
While the new edition is larger than the previous edition at 6 inches by 9 inches, it will also be available in four different print bindings: hardcover, perfect-bound softcover, spiral-bound, and large print spiral-bound. Collectors will also notice several other key enhancements, with certain major sections now arranged by collector preference rather than strict technical definitions.
Key Enhancements
The Private and Territorial Gold chapter has been significantly expanded, now including BG (Breen-Gillio) attribution numbers. Previously covering about 100 listings in two-and-a-half pages, this section now spans more than five pages with approximately 580 total listings.
The Commemoratives chapter has been reorganized to better align with market conventions. They are now grouped by denomination and listed by the familiar names collectors use. Classic commemoratives are arranged alphabetically, while modern commemoratives remain listed by date.
Circulation and Proof-strike value charts have been separated throughout the book, making it easier for collectors to assess market values. Type-coin value charts have been added for each coin type, where applicable, including qualities of surface (e.g., Deep Cameo, DMPL), strike (e.g., Full Bands for Dimes, Full Bell Lines for Half Dollars), and color (Brown, Red Brown, and Red). Coins known in all three levels of the relevant quality may have as many as 27 price points, ranging from G 4 to MS 65 RD.
New data organization consolidates coin type information at the beginning of each section, allowing readers to compare multiple types without flipping back and forth, improving readability and accessibility.
Interior pages of the new 2026 Red Book
Additional Enhancements Include
Fun fact spotlights throughout the book.
A regular, fully illustrated case study in the Grading U.S. Coins section (this edition's focus: Morgan Dollars).
A new Collector's Notebook covering timely topics in numismatics (this edition's subject: Misinformation in Numismatics).
Pre-order purchases can be made at Whitman.com and Amazon; regular purchases can be made through Whitman's eBay Store, Walmart.com, bookstores, hobby shops, and other retailers nationwide beginning April 8, 2025.
NGC - A coin doesn't have to be a key date or struck in a precious metal to be a target of counterfeiters.
Many numismatists got their start collecting the humble Lincoln Cent, filling up albums in their youth with coins plucked from circulation. This series remains popular with collectors — so much so that some of the top targets for counterfeiters are vintage Lincoln Cents. NGC's list of Top 50 Most Commonly Counterfeited U.S. Coins contains two keys and a renowned variety: the 1909-S VDB, the 1914-D and the 1922 No D. For a low Mint State example of any of these, you can expect to pay thousands of dollars.
Genuine 1912-S Lincoln Cent
The 1912-S is considered a semi-key date, with low Mint State examples selling for several hundred dollars. NGC recently received a purported example of this coin, but numerous red flags helped identify it as a counterfeit.
Counterfeit 1912-S Lincoln Cent
The coin has the correct weight but is an odd color. This is because it was struck in 100% copper instead of the expected 95% copper, with a balance of tin and zinc. In addition, the counterfeit has poor details; this is particularly noticeable on Lincoln's hair.
Close-ups of Lincoln's hair on a genuine (left) and counterfeit 1912-S Lincoln Cent
The edges of the counterfeit devices are not crisp, and the devices themselves are porous, which is evident when you take a close look at the date and text. The date itself is bulbous, and the mintmark does not have the correct shape.
Close-ups of the date and denomination on a genuine (left) and counterfeit 1912-S Lincoln Cent
Counterfeiters don't always target expensive key dates or coins with high intrinsic value.
American Numismatic Society - This lecture was a part of the 2023 Coinage of the Americas Conference on September 22-23, 2023. Sponsored by Resolute Americana Collection and the Stack Family, this conference explored 18th & 19th century design and production. Some of the most beautiful and iconic coins and paper currencies were made during this period, some inspired by millennia-old coins and others serving as inspirations for centuries to come. The artists and engravers who created those designs were recognized as masters of their craft in their own time and are now hailed as luminaries by present-day numismatists. In addition to their artistic contributions, many of them also had a hand in the technological improvements for numismatic production during this period.
PCGS - In 2016, the United States Mint celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Standing Liberty Quarter by releasing the coin in a .9999-fine gold format. This example above achieved a PCGS SP70 grade.
With a design identical to the motif seen on the Standing Liberty Quarter from 1916 through 1930 plus the addition of "AU 24K 1/4 oz." on the obverse, a total of 91,752 examples were struck in a matte-like Specimen finish.
Do you have a 2016-W Standing Liberty Quarter? How about the complementary 2016-W Mercury Dime or 2016-W Walking Liberty Half Dollar gold coins?
US Mint - The 2025 United States Mint Proof Set will be available for purchase starting on March 4 at noon EST. The set includes the fourth and final series of five coins in the American Women Quarters™ Program, the four-year initiative celebrating the accomplishments and contributions of women who have shaped our Nation's history.
The following 10 proof coins from the United States Mint in San Francisco are included in this year's set:
Five 2025 American Women Quarters with reverse (tails) designs honoring:
Ida B. Wells - investigative journalist, suffragist, educator, and civil rights leader; Juliette Gordon Low - founder of Girl Scouts of the United States of America, empowering girls through leadership and service; Dr. Vera Rubin - astronomer who pioneered work on galaxy rotation uncovering crucial evidence of dark matter; Stacey Park Milbern - visionary disability justice activist; and Althea Gibson - multi-sport athlete and first Black athlete to break the color barrier at the highest level in tennis and professional golf.
Each coin in the American Women Quarters™ Program features a common obverse (heads) design depicting a portrait of George Washington. The design was originally composed and sculpted by Laura Gardin Fraser as a candidate entry for the 1932 quarter, which honored the bicentennial of George Washington's birth. Inscriptions are "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and "2025."
One Native American $1 Coin with a reverse design that celebrates Hawaiian scholar, author, composer, hula expert, and educator Mary Kawena Pukui. The design features Mary Kawena Pukui wearing a hibiscus flower, a kukui nut lei, and a mu#699;umu#699;u adorned with an aloha print. Stylized depictions of water appear in the background. Inscriptions include "United States of America," "$1," and "N#257;n#257; I Ke Kumu," which translates literally to "Look to the Source." The obverse, by sculptor Glenna Goodacre, continues to feature a portrait of the central figure "Sacagawea" carrying her infant son, Jean-Baptiste. Inscriptions are "LIBERTY" and "IN GOD WE TRUST." The coins continue to retain their distinctive edge lettering and golden color. The year of minting, mint mark, and inscription "E PLURIBUS UNUM" are incused on the coin's edge.
One Kennedy half dollar One Roosevelt dime One Jefferson nickel, and One Lincoln penny.
A certificate of authenticity is included with each set of coins.
The 2025 United States Mint Proof Set (product code 25RG) is priced at $40.25. Visit the product page to initiate a REMIND ME alert.
NGC - Tool marks, shallow rims and weaknesses in the design are among the many transgressions that add up to an unholy mess of a counterfeit.
The Catholic Church occasionally celebrates "Jubilee" years, which involve pilgrimages and a special focus on forgiveness. Jubilees have been held regularly in years divisible by 25 (with the 2025 Jubilee already underway) and occasionally at other times to mark other important religious themes or anniversaries.
An important aspect of the Jubilee celebrations is the opening of special doors in major basilicas in Rome. Pope Francis opened such a door at Saint Peter's Basilica a few weeks ago on Christmas Eve. In former years, such a ceremony was performed with a hammer, as shown on the reverse of this Vatican City 1950 Gold 100 Lire showing Pope Pius XII opening a holy door for that Jubilee year. (The hammer has been phased out for safety reasons.)
Genuine Vatican City 1950 Gold 100 Lire
The NGC Census contains more than 200 examples of this coin, which weighs 5.19 grams, is struck in .900 fine gold, and has a diameter of 21 mm (about the same as a Jefferson Nickel). NGC recently received a purported example of this coin.
Counterfeit Vatican City 1950 Gold 100 Lire
There are numerous red flags that help identify this coin as a counterfeit, beginning with the loss of detail in the papal tiara on the obverse. In addition, the rim of the counterfeit is weak, fading out in places, which is particularly noticeable near the 'XII'. There are also quite a few tool marks in this area, a telltale sign that a counterfeiter needed to correct a serious issue with the die.
Close-ups of the obverse of the genuine (top) and counterfeit Vatican City 1950 Gold 100 Lire
The counterfeit coin also exhibits grainy surfaces and the reeding on its edge is shallow. Meanwhile, the lettering is flat on both the front and the back. And additional tool marks can be seen above the denomination on the reverse. All these problems add up to an unholy mess of a counterfeit.
Close-ups of the reverse of the genuine (left) and counterfeit Vatican City 1950 Gold 100 Lire
US Mint - The United States Mint (Mint) announced today that it is releasing the fifth and final coin in the five-year First Amendment to the United States Constitution Platinum Proof Coin Series on February 20, at noon EST. Mintage is limited to 9,000 coins. Orders are limited to three units per household for the first 24 hours.
Launched in 2021 and continuing through 2025, the First Amendment to the United States Constitution Platinum Proof Coin Series reflects the five freedoms enumerated in the First Amendment to the United States Constitution: "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."
This series uses the lifecycle of the oak tree from seedling to a mighty oak as a metaphor for our country's growth as a Nation that values freedom. Liberty grows to a thing of strength and beauty from a seed—our Bill of Rights. Each of the freedoms enumerated in the First Amendment contributes to the growth and development of the Nation.
Artistic Infusion Program (AIP) Designer Donna Weaver created all obverse (heads) designs in this series, and United States Mint Chief Engraver Joseph Menna sculpted them.
The obverse design features a mature, spreading, impressive oak tree between the inscription "WITH THE RIGHT TO PETITION LIBERTY ENDURES." The oak, known for its strength, can live up to 200 years and is a symbol of endurance. Additional inscriptions are "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and "2025."
The common reverse design for this series depicts an eagle in flight and an olive branch in its talons. Inscriptions are "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "$100," "1 OZ.," and ".9995 PLATINUM." It was designed by AIP Designer Patricia Lucas-Morris and sculpted by former United States Mint Lead Sculptor now AIP Designer Don Everhart.
Each coin is encapsulated and then placed in a stylish clamshell and presentation box. An image of the obverse design is incorporated on the outer packaging sleeve and the certificate of authenticity.
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Priced at $47.25, a bag of 100 circulating quality quarters minted in Philadelphia (product code 25WBC)
Heritage Auctions - This Saturday, March 15th, marks the closing of our Spotlight: The 
