WASHINGTON - The United States Mint announced today that it will begin accepting orders for the 2010 Boy Scouts of America Centennial Silver Dollar on March 23, at noon Eastern Time (ET).
2010 Boy Scouts of America Centennial Silver Dollars
The Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coin Act (Public Law 110-363) authorizes the United States Mint to mint and issue silver one-dollar coins in commemoration of the centennial of the Boy Scouts of America.
The mintage limit for the 2010 Boy Scouts of America Centennial Silver Dollar is set at 350,000 coins across both product options, the proof and uncirculated versions of the coin, struck in 90 percent silver. Household orders will be limited to 100 units per option. [click to continue…]
The Royal Mint has released its new limited edition £1 London coin in gold and silver, which is part of the new series of four £1 coins representing the UK’s capital cities.
The series has been designed with a contemporary twist by the famous international coin designer Stuart Devlin, Goldsmith and Jeweller to the Queen. In spite of having designed coins for many countries throughout the world, this is the first time he has designed for the UK.
The full £1 UK Cities series, which together commemorate England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales by focusing on the four capital cities, will be unrolled over the next two years. The gold and silver coins to commemorate Belfast will be available from Summer 2010, with the Cardiff and Edinburgh coins due to be launched in ...
Full Article: Royal Mint's New UK Cities Series Begins - CoinNews
Alderney is a tiny island-dependency of the British Crown, that’s just 3 miles long and 1.5 miles wide, with a population of only around 2,400. It is actually closer to France (10 miles) than to Great Britain (60 miles), but has been part of the United Kingdom for nearly 1,000 years.
The first coins of Alderney were issued ...
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As the world’s eyes turn to Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada for the commencement of another Olympic Games, we numismatists take a look at the souvenirs of past games in coin form. Multiple commemorative coins have been issued in honor of Olympic Games by the host nations and in honor of athletes sent to represent their nation. Conservation of these numismatic reminders is ...
Full Article: Conservation Showcase: Proof 1983 S Olympic $1 - Numismatic Conservation Services
The 1/2 oz Silver Proof Leafy Sea Dragon coin marks the second issue in the Australian Sea Life series. Available now from the Perth Mint, each coin provides a glimpse into the beautiful underwater world surrounding Australia.
With the land 'Down Under' hosting some of the most pristine reef environments on the globe, it is no wonder that some of the most beautiful and unique creatures known to man would be indigenous to this environment. The Leafy Sea Dragon is just one example.
A relative of the better known seahorse, the Leafy Sea Dragons are only ...
Full Article: Silver Leafy Sea Dragon Coin - SilverCoinsToday.com
The half dollar minted in 1965 was different from its companion clad quarters and dimes. The 50-cent piece still contained some silver, continuing the tradition of silver coins. Also, the transition to a clad, silverless coin would be that much easier.
Silver content of the half dollar ...
Full Article: Silver can still be found in half dollar rolls - Numismatic News
Prices for the two 2010 commemorative coins have been set, the United States Mint announced via a published notification in the Federal Register. The Boy Scouts of America Centennial Silver Dollars and the American Veterans Disabled for Life Commemorative Coins will be struck in collector proof and uncirculated condition.
2010 Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coin Design - Click to Enlarge
Both commemoratives will be offered at the same price, and each will be discounted when first issued. The following table provides a breakdown: [click to continue…]
Did you know that the Royal Canadian Mint is the proud producer of the gold, silver and bronze medals for the winning athletes of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games?
Royal Canadian Mint Vancouver 2010 Look of the Games Coins - Click to Enlarge
It’s true and as an "Official Supporter" of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, we’ve also produced the most extensive circulation coin program in relation to the Olympic Games ever conceived by any mint worldwide.
To promote the excitement and passion of the 2010 Winter Games throughout the world, we’re also offering limited mintage collector coins and sets...
Full Article: Vancouver 2010 Gold and Silver Coins Launch - CoinNews
In celebration of 100 years of Boy Scouting, a new commemorative Boy Scout coin will be circulated beginning Feb. 8 through Jan. 11, 2011.
Nebraska’s Senator Ben Nelson and Senator Jeff Sessions (R-AL) introduced legislation to create a $1 silver coin to recognize the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America ...
Full Article: Boy Scouts commemorative coin to be minted this year - The Grant Tribune Sentinel
