Rare Coin & Currency Collecting News: Announcements
176 Stories Found
Wayde Milas Named PNG President
Wayde Milas has been selected as the new President of the Professional Numismatists Guild.
Jessica Berkman Named President of Legend Rare Coin Auctions
It is with great pride that Legend Rare Coin Auctions announces that Jessica Berkman has been promoted to President of America's boutique rare coin auction firm.
Numismatic Literary Guild Appoints Patrick Ian Perez Executive Director
The executive board of the Numismatic Literary Guild ( www.NLGonline.org) has appointed Patrick Ian Perez as Executive Director of the organization.
Visit these great CDN Sponsors
Jack H. Beymer Recipient of PNG's Renamed Harvey G. Stack Lifetime Achievement Award
The Professional Numismatists Guild announced its 2022 awards on PNG Day, April 27, in conjunction with the Central States Numismatic Society convention.
Banknote Book Subscribers Now Have Access to Checklists in Excel Format
Banknote Book subscribers can now download an Excel checklist of every item in the catalog.
Volunteer State Ends Tax on Coins, Currency, and Bullion
Tennessee has gained a complete sales-tax exemption on the retail sales of coins, currency, and precious-metals bullion.
Alabama Bill Amends Bullion Definition, Extends Expiration Date, and Repeals Reporting Requirements
In the summer of 2016, Phil Darby (J & P Coins and Currency) and Steve Caiola (Alabama Gold Refinery) started collaborating with the National Coin & Bullion Association on a campaign to obtain a statewide coin, currency, and precious-metals bullion sales-tax exemption.
Central States Numismatic Society Honors Beth Deisher with 2022 Q. David Bowers Award
CSNS annual honor recognizes lifetime achievements.
Virginia Sales-Tax Exemption Extended and Threshold Removed
On March 2, Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin signed House Bill 3, which extends the sunset date for the sales-tax exemption on gold, silver, and platinum bullion and legal tender coins to June 30, 2025. Under the previous law, the exemption would have expired on June 30, 2022.
The Future of Greysheet is Here
This week we launched an entirely new web site with new data plans. CDN is building for the future.
Stack's Bowers Galleries to Offer Hendricks Set of Half Eagles from the Fairmont Collection in their Spring 2022 Auction
Stack's Bowers Galleries is thrilled to announce the incredible Hendricks Set of half eagles from the Fairmont Collection, a landmark feature of their Spring 2022 Showcase Auction.
Professional Numismatist and Author Miles Standish Announces New Projects
Plans include creating new coin designs, 4th edition of award-winning American Silver Eagles book, and NGC autographs.
In Loving Memory -- Harvey G. Stack 1928–2022
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our friend and founder, Harvey G. Stack on January 3, 2022.
Submissions Accepted for ANA's Club Publications Competition
The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is currently accepting submissions for the 2022 Barbara J. Gregory Outstanding Club Publications competition.
Submissions Accepted for ANA Young Numismatist Literary Awards
Submissions for the American Numismatic Association's (ANA) annual Young Numismatist Literary Awards competition are being accepted through April 1. The awards were established to encourage young writers in three age groups, all of whom will compete for cash awards and numismatic books.
Arkansas and Ohio Coin Dealers Receives Service Awards
The National Coin & Bullion Association dealer-members Dan Hedges (Auro Industries, Little Rock, Arkansas) and David Miholer (The Executive Coin Company, Stow, Ohio) have received the association's 2021 Diane Piret Memorial Outstanding Service Award for their continuous dedication and financial contributions to obtaining a sales-tax exemption on sales of collector coins, bullion coins, bullion, and currency in the state of Arkansas and reinstating Ohio's exemption for precious-metal and investment coins and bullion, respectively.
CCG Announces $15 Hourly Minimum Wage & Bonuses
Effective January 17, 2022, the Certified Collectibles Group® (CCG®), one of the largest private employers in the Sarasota-Manatee area, is instituting a $15 per hour minimum wage for all entry-level employees, including full-time employees, part-time employees and interns.
The Banknote Book Requests Your Help
The Banknote Book is in need of your knowledge to plug the many unknown gaps in China.
Upstate Coin & Gold Welcomes Richard Gonzales as Business Development & Product Manager for Pre-1933 Gold & Silver Dollars
Upstate Coin & Gold announced today it is further expanding its position in the rare coin industry with the addition of Richard Gonzales to their business development team effective January 10, 2022.
Harvey G. Stack – 1928-2022
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our friend and founder, Harvey G. Stack on January 3, 2022.
Barbara J. Gregory Will Succeed Retiring Gerald Tebben as Editor of CSNS Magazine, The Centinel
Barbara J. Gregory, the former Editor of The Numismatist, the monthly magazine of the American Numismatic Association ( www.money.org ), has been named Editor of The Centinel, the quarterly journal of the Central States Numismatic Society ( www.CentralStatesNumismaticSociety.org ). She will succeed Gerald Tebben who is retiring this coming summer after 12 years as Editor of the award-winning CSNS publication.
A Word Regarding USPS Mailing Delays and the Greysheet
Due to the delays CDN can no longer send free replacements of the Greysheet but there are other options...
Ryder Suddenly Out as Director of the U.S. Mint
In a surprise announcement, the U.S. Treasury Department has announced the resignation of David Ryder, effective October 1. Alison Doone to take over duties as Acting Director.
Date of Revision Now Added to The Banknote Book Chapters
In response to user requests, we have added a column to the Banknote Book (BNB) chapter listing table under the heading of ""Date Revised.""
Collectors Universe CEO Resigns, Sends Shockwaves Through the Numismatic Community
Effective immediately, Executive Chairman Nat Turner, will take over the CEO role. Collectors Universe is the parent company of PCGS.
BIG NEWS! Blackstone Tactical Opportunities to Acquire the Certified Collectibles Group
Blackstone (NYSE:BX) announced today that funds managed by its Tactical Opportunities business (""Blackstone"") have agreed to acquire a majority stake in the Certified Collectibles Group (""CCG"") in a transaction valuing the company at more than $500 million. Mark Salzberg, CCG's founder, and Steven R. Eichenbaum, CCG's CEO, will retain a significant minority stake.
PCGS President Brett Charville Stepping Down
Professional Coin Grading Service President, Brett Charville, has announced he will be leaving the company but will remain part of the PCGS team while a successor is selected.
CDN Publishing Acquires The Banknote Book from Owen Linzmayer
In a major industry announcement, CDN Publishing has agreed to acquire the collection of world paper money catalogs edited by Owen Linzmayer, and published under the name of The Banknote Book (BNB).
CCG Offers $2,500 Bonus to New Employees as Hiring Push Continues
The Certified Collectibles Group® (CCG®) is seeking to immediately hire dozens of employees across all of its categories and for nearly all positions, including entry level, specialist and management positions. All new employees will receive comprehensive, paid training by CCG.