Coin Collectors News

United States Mint Launches Final America the Beautiful Quarters® Program Coin of 2017 near the Banks of the Wabash

Nov 15, 2017 | Announcements, U.S. Mint

New quarter shines the spotlight on George Rogers Clark National Historical Park in Indiana

2017 George Rogers Clark (Indiana) Quarter reverse

Vincennes, IN – The United States Mint (Mint) held a ceremony today near the Wabash River to officially launch the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park quarter, the 40th release in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program and the final coin of 2017.

The reverse (tails side) design featured on this latest quarter depicts George Rogers Clark leading his men through the flooded plains approaching Fort Sackville.

“This new coin is a reminder of the unity of effort and spirit that our predecessors embodied and demonstrated,” said Acting Deputy Director David Motl, who represented the Mint. “The foresight, comradery, and determination of George Rogers Clark and his men are important examples to all of us as to how individuals from different backgrounds are able to come together, work toward achieving the same objective, and create a lasting impression.”

Motl shared the stage with a host of speakers including Park Superintendent Frank Doughman and City Council Member Dan Ravellette. Regional Director Tony Goben, District Director Brenda Goff and District Director Carol Jones spoke on behalf of U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young, and U.S. Representative Larry Bucshon, respectively.

Additional highlights included performances by the George Rogers Clark Fife and Drum Corps and the Vogel Elementary School Choir, and an appearance by United States Mint Artistic Infusion Program artist Frank Morris, who designed the quarter’s reverse. The Mint’s traditional coin exchange of newly-minted $10 quarter rolls was held after the ceremony.

Collectors who could not attend the event may purchase product options with the new quarter through the Mint’s online catalog at www.catalog.usmint.gov or by calling 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468).

Launched in 2009, the America the Beautiful Quarters Program, which was authorized by Public Law 110-456, the America’s Beautiful National Parks Quarter Dollar Coin Act of 2008 (Act), is a 12-year program that honors 56 national parks and other national sites. Each year until 2020, the public will see five new national sites depicted on the reverses of the America the Beautiful Quarters coins. A final coin will be released in 2021. In accordance with the Act, the Mint is issuing these quarters in the order in which each site was first established as a national site.

U.S. Mint Video: Art in your Pocket

Nov 15, 2017 | U.S. Mint, video

Do you have art in your pocket?

Join U.S. Mint Sculptor-Engraver Renata Gordon to learn how coins are miniature pieces of art.
See how coin designs can use a variety of artistic techniques such as perspective, depth, and balance and learn how U.S. Mint coins and medals can capture vast landscapes, pivotal events in our nation’s history, and realistic portraits.

Coming Soon – Year of the Dog 2018

Nov 14, 2017 | Announcements, Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Year of the Dog 2018

(First day of sale: November 15, 2017 – 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time) In celebration of the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year, the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) is pleased to announce the newest addition to its Lucky Money Collection: the Year of the Dog 2018.

The Dog is one of 12 zodiac signs associated with the Chinese Lunar Calendar. The Lucky Money product, Year of the Dog 2018, is exquisitely designed with decorative Chinese symbolism and is packaged in a symbolic, red folder with embossed, gold foil. This product features an uncirculated $1 Federal Reserve note with a serial number beginning with “8888.” The Year of the Dog 2018 represents good fortune and prosperity, signifying success in the New Year. This product is sold for $5.95 and only 108,888 will be available for sale.

Please visit our website for additional production information.

Recognize Fellow Collectors and Nominate Deserving Hobbyists

Nov 13, 2017 | ANA, Announcements, News

Deadline for award nominations is Jan. 15

Each year, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) presents awards to deserving individuals in recognition of outstanding dedication to numismatics. The ANA is now accepting individual nominations for 2018 awards and Numismatic Hall of Fame “Historic Era” candidates.

All nominations must be submitted in writing—300 words or more for the Numismatic Hall of Fame, and 50-100 words for all other awards; the required nomination forms can be found here. Nominations are accepted through Jan. 15, 2018 by 12 p.m. (MST).

Nomination forms for individual awards are available by clicking the award name.

Numismatic Hall of Fame—“Historic Era,” deceased more than 25 years prior to induction.
Farran Zerbe Memorial Award—The ANA’s highest honor, this award recognizes years of outstanding, dedicated service to numismatics.
Lifetime Achievement Award—Presented to an individual, family, firm or judicial entity for contributions to organized numismatics.
Elvira Clain-Stefanelli Memorial Award—This award honors women who have made a significant impact to numismatics, through research, leadership, or mentorship.
Numismatist of the Year—Recognizes individuals within the numismatic community who have demonstrated long-term leadership in the field and to the ANA.
Harry J. Forman Dealer of the Year Award—Honors professional numismatists who exhibit uncommon dedication to strengthening the hobby and the ANA.
Numismatic Art Award for Excellence in Medallic Sculpture—The award honors artists whose cumulative lifetime achievements in the field of medallic art have been of the highest order.
Adna G. Wilde Jr. Memorial Award for Exemplary Service—Awarded to an ANA member who has dedicated time and resources to strengthen the hobby and further the ANA’s educational mission.
Medal of Merit—Recognizes individuals who have dedicated numerous years of service to the ANA and promotion of the hobby.
Glenn Smedley Memorial Award—This award honors individuals who have devoted their efforts to the betterment of the ANA.
Lawrence J. Gentile Sr. Outstanding Adult Advisor Award—Recognizes individuals who have devoted time to recruit young numismatists and aiding their development.
Young Numismatist of the Year—Honors numismatists under the age of 23 for outstanding contributions to the hobby and who are active in volunteer service and numismatic research.
Outstanding District Representative—Recognizes the District Representative who most fully promotes coin collecting, coin clubs, and the ANA.

For questions about the awards, please contact Ann Rahn, the ANA’s executive project manager, at arahn@money.org or call (719) 482-9867.

The American Numismatic Association is a congressionally chartered, nonprofit educational organization dedicated to encouraging the study and collection of coins and related items. The ANA helps its 25,000 members and the public discover and explore the world of money through its vast array of instructional and outreach programs, as well as its museum, library, publications and conventions. For more information, call 719-632-2646 or visit www.money.org.

United States Mint Releases Product Options with George Rogers Clark National Historical Park Quarters on Nov. 13

Nov 7, 2017 | Announcements, U.S. Mint

2017 George Rogers Clark (Indiana) Quarter reverse

WASHINGTON – United States Mint products featuring America the Beautiful Quarters® Program coins honoring George Rogers Clark National Historical Park will be available for purchase starting on November 13 at noon Eastern Time (ET).

The coin’s reverse (tails) design features George Rogers Clark leading his men through the flooded plains approaching Fort Sackville with the inscriptions “GEORGE ROGERS CLARK,” “INDIANA,” “2017,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.” The reverse was designed by Frank Morris, Artistic Infusion Program designer, and engraved by Michael Gaudioso, United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver. The obverse (heads) design features the 1932 portrait of George Washington by John Flanagan.

Product options and their prices are as follows:

PRODUCT CODE	PRODUCT OPTION	MINT MARK	PRICE
17ABN	100-Coin Bag	P	$34.95
17ABP	100-Coin Bag	D	$34.95
17ABQ	100-Coin Bag	S	$34.95
17ARN	Two-Roll Set	P and D	$32.95
17ARP	40-Coin Roll	S	$18.95
17ARQ	Three-Roll Set	P, D, and S	$46.95

The rolls and bags contain coins that were struck on the main production floors at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mint facilities. The three-roll set contains coins from all three facilities. Unlike the “P” and “D” mint mark quarters, those with the “S” mint mark will not be released into circulation.

The special numismatic wrapping for the coin rolls displays the name “George Rogers Clark National Historical Park;” the abbreviation “IN” for Indiana; “$10,” the face value of its contents; and “P,” “D,” or “S” for the mint of origin. The canvas bags have a tag with “George Rogers Clark National Historical Park,” “IN,” and “P,” “D,” or “S.”

Orders will be accepted at https://catalog.usmint.gov/ and at 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468). Hearing- and speech-impaired customers with TTY equipment may order by calling 1-888-321-MINT (6468). Information on shipping options is available online.