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$1 Million Penny On Display At National Money Show In Colorado

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- It won't cost a cent to see a legendary million-dollar penny and more than $100 million of other historic rare coins and paper money during the National Money Show® at the iconic Broadmoor resort in Colorado Springs, March 14-16, 2024. Admission is free and visitors also can find out what their old coins and currency may be worth.

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  • "The National Money Show is a family-friendly event sponsored by the nonprofit American Numismatic Association ( www.money.org )," explained Thomas J. Uram, president of the 26,000-member organization based in Colorado Springs.
  • "It's an opportunity for the public to learn about historic money and find out if they might own something valuable."
  • One of the many notable coins on display will be a World War II Lincoln cent that sold for more than $1 million.
  • "Money is history you can hold in your hands, and you can see more than $100 million of numismatic national treasures at the show.

U.S. Marines One Ounce Silver Medal Becomes Semper Fidelis on September 11

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Monday, September 4, 2023
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Washington, DC, Sept. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) will open sales for the U.S. Marines One Ounce Silver Medal on September 11 at noon EDT.

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  • Washington, DC, Sept. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) will open sales for the U.S. Marines One Ounce Silver Medal on September 11 at noon EDT.
  • The medal is part of the United States Armed Forces Silver Medal Program, which honors the proud history and unique traditions of each branch of the Armed Forces.
  • One ounce medals in the Armed Forces Silver Medal Program are 1.598 inches in diameter and are struck in 99.9 percent fine silver.
  • Anticipated future releases in the Armed Forces Medal Program include a one ounce medal honoring the U.S. Space Force.

2023 American Women Quarters Ornaments™ on Sale August 24

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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Washington, DC, Aug. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) 2023 American Women Quarters Ornaments™ will be available for purchase on August 24 at noon EDT.

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  • Washington, DC, Aug. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) 2023 American Women Quarters Ornaments™ will be available for purchase on August 24 at noon EDT.
  • Each ornament includes a 2023 American Women Quarters with an uncirculated finish.
  • The 2023 quarters honor:
    Bessie Coleman – advocate and groundbreaking African American and Native American woman aviator, and.
  • Shop the American Women Quarters Program today and collect this historic series that honors extraordinary women and celebrate their achievements, triumphs, and legacies.

U.S. Navy Bronze Medal Sets Sail on August 8

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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Washington, DC, Aug. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) will open sales for the U.S. Navy Bronze Medal on August 8 at noon EDT.

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  • Washington, DC, Aug. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) will open sales for the U.S. Navy Bronze Medal on August 8 at noon EDT.
  • This is the bronze version of the U.S. Navy Silver Medal issued through the United States Armed Forces Silver Medal Series that honors the proud history and unique traditions of each branch of the Armed Forces.
  • Like its silver counterpart, designs featured on this medal are emblematic of the history and mission of the U.S. Navy.
  • The obverse (heads) depicts the U.S. Navy destroyer John Paul Jones cutting through the water while the USS Constitution sails behind it.

U.S. Navy One Ounce Silver Medal Sets Sail on July 17

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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Washington, DC, July 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) will open sales for the U.S. Navy One Ounce Silver Medal on July 17 at noon EDT.

Key Points: 
  • Washington, DC, July 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) will open sales for the U.S. Navy One Ounce Silver Medal on July 17 at noon EDT.
  • The medal is part of the United States Armed Forces Silver Medal Program, which honors the proud history and unique traditions of each branch of the Armed Forces.
  • One ounce medals in the Armed Forces Silver Medal Program are 1.598 inches in diameter and are struck in 99.9 percent fine silver.
  • Anticipated future releases in the Armed Forces Silver Medal Program include one ounce medals honoring the U.S. Marine Corps, the U.S. Army, and the U.S. Space Force.

U.S. Coast Guard Bronze Medal Goes Full Throttle on May 11

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Thursday, May 4, 2023
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COAST GUARD” and the Coast Guard motto “SEMPER PARATUS” (Always Ready) are arced around the upper border.

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  • COAST GUARD” and the Coast Guard motto “SEMPER PARATUS” (Always Ready) are arced around the upper border.
  • The reverse (tails) design depicts two iconic symbols of the Coast Guard, a life preserver ring and the Coast Guard racing stripe mark, which is found on almost all Coast Guard craft.
  • The U.S. Coast Guard Bronze Medal is 1.5 inches in diameter and is struck in 95 percent bronze and five percent zinc.
  • Anticipated future releases in the Armed Forces Silver Medal Program include the U.S. Navy 1.5” Bronze Medal, the U.S. Navy One Ounce Silver Medal, the U.S. Marine Corps 1.5-inch Bronze Medal, and the U.S. Marine Corps One Ounce Silver Medal.

Hard Asset Management Announces Private Treaty Sale of Ultra-Rare Proof 1802 U.S. Silver Dollar

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hard Asset Management, Inc. is proud to announce it has recently sold one of the legendary proof 1802 U.S. Silver Dollars.

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  • SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hard Asset Management, Inc. is proud to announce it has recently sold one of the legendary proof 1802 U.S. Silver Dollars.
  • Proof Draped Bust Dollar is one of the world's most sought-after rare coins, first appearing on the numismatic scene in 1876.
  • The 1802 proof Draped Bust Dollar is an issue usually grouped by numismatists with three others: the 1801 proof Dollar, the 1803 proof Dollar, and the famous 1804 silver dollar.
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    Broadcasting around the world, welcome to the Hard Asset Money show.

2022 United States Mint Limited Edition Silver Proof Set® Available on October 26

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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Washington, DC, Oct. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 2022 United States Mint (Mint) Limited Edition Silver Proof Set will be available for purchase beginning on October 26 at noon EDT.

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  • Washington, DC, Oct. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 2022 United States Mint (Mint) Limited Edition Silver Proof Set will be available for purchase beginning on October 26 at noon EDT.
  • The 2022 United States Mint Limited Edition Silver Proof Set is priced at $201.
  • Congress created the United States Mint in 1792, and the Mint became part of the Department of the Treasury in 1873.
  • Visit and subscribe to the United States Mints YouTube channel to view videos about the United States Mint.

Famous "Lost," Rare U.S. Nickel Purchased From Florida Family For $4.2 Million By GreatCollections

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A legendary, century-old rare United States nickel that was believed lost for 41 years and discovered following a nationwide search in 2003 has been sold by a Florida family for $4.2 million to Ian Russell, President of GreatCollections (www.GreatCollections.com) in Irvine, California. It is one of only five known 1913-dated Liberty Head design five-cent denomination coins, and two of them are in museums.

Key Points: 
  • It is one of only five known 1913-dated Liberty Head design five-cent denomination coins, and two of them are in museums.
  • Only five Liberty Head nickels dated 1913 are known, made under mysterious circumstances at the Philadelphia Mint.
  • "This famous coin was once owned by North Carolina collector George O. Walton who was killed in a 1962 car crash.
  • After being sold at auction by Walton's heirs for $3.1 million in 2013, the fabled nickel was privately acquired in 2018 by the Firman family of Florida for an undisclosed price.

Presidential Silver Medal Honoring Franklin Pierce Available on October 3

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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Washington, DC, Oct. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Franklin Pierce Presidential Silver Medal became available for purchase directly from the United States Mint (Mint) starting on October 3 at noon ET.

Key Points: 
  • Washington, DC, Oct. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Franklin Pierce Presidential Silver Medal became available for purchase directly from the United States Mint (Mint) starting on October 3 at noon ET.
  • The Mint is now replicating this series of medals in 99.9 percent fine silver, each measuring 1.598 inches in diameter.
  • The Franklin Pierce Presidential Silver Medal is priced at $65.
  • Presidential Silver Medals are also available for purchase via the Mints Product Subscription Program .