June 20, 2021
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Grading Cameo Contrast on U.S. Proof Coins
Jun 19 — Not all proof coins produced have the same amount of cameo contrast on their surfaces. This guide will help you determine the amount of cameo contrast on your proof coins.
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Lulu Collection Earns Nearly $1 Million in the Stack’s Bowers Galleries June 2021 Auction
Jun 18 — The magnificent Lulu Collection of Walking Liberty half dollars realized over $971,000 in the Stack’s Bowers Galleries June 2021 Costa Mesa Auction, setting a new benchmark for quality and value in this popular Short Set category.
Two NGC-certified Vintage European Gold Coins Each Realize Over $700,000
Press Release Auctions Authentication World CoinsJune 18 — French and British gold rarities certified by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation® (NGC®) realized over $700,000 in a sale presented by renowned European auction house MDC Monaco. Fourteen other vintage coins also certified by NGC realized at least $200,000 in the sale, held June 12, 2021.
SS Central America Foreign Gold Coins Set Record Prices in Goldberg’s Auction
Press Release Auctions World CoinsJune 17 — The allure of coveted treasure from the fabled “Ship of Gold,” the SS Central America, resulted in record bids of up to eight times pre-sale estimates for 76 world gold coins in an auction conducted by Ira and Larry Goldberg in Los Angeles and online on June 15, 2021.
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United States Mint Launches Armed Forces Silver Medal Program on June 22
Jun 16 — The United States Mint (Mint) will open sales for the first release in its United States Armed Forces Silver Medal Program on June 22 at noon EDT. The medal honors the U.S. Air Force.
Amazing Pattern Coin Estimated To Sell for $250,000+
Press Release Auctions World CoinsJune 15 — Heritage will be offering a rare pattern coin in the upcoming Hong Kong Auction #3092 that is estimated to sell for a quarter of a million dollars or more! These coins reveal the close relationship between Chinese and British minting technology and artistry at the time.
Famous 1944 Cent Error Will Make Headlines
Press Release Auctions U.S. CoinsJune 14 — Whenever a 1943 Bronze Cent or a 1944 Steel Cent are sold, headlines are made! Heritage Auctions is honored to offer a rare 1944 Steel Cent error in the June US Coin Auction 1331.
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Coin and Bullion Dealers, Tell Congress to Support Changes to AML Act of 2020
Jun 10 — The Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 became law on January 1, 2021, and Congress is currently developing many specific regulations related to the act.
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History Buffs Rejoice: Beautiful Thomas Jefferson Medal Comes To Auction
Jun 9 — Heritage Auctions' June US Coin Sale 1331 brings us a rare opportunity to own a piece of history that combines scarcity, beauty, and a close connection to early American independence.
American Innovation® $1 Coin Products Honoring New Hampshire Available Beginning June 15
Press Release Clubs & Orgs U.S. Coins CPG Coin & Currency Market ReviewJune 9 — The United States Mint (Mint) will accept orders for products containing American Innovation $1 Coins honoring New Hampshire starting on June 15 at noon EDT. Coins in these products are uncirculated quality from the Mint’s Philadelphia and Denver facilities. Product options and pricing are below.
The Farouk-Weitzman 1933 Saint Gaudens Sold Tuesday for a Record-Breaking $18 million!
Auctions U.S. Coins GreysheetJune 8 — The 1933 Saint is now the most valuable coin in the world.