Jan 1, 2019 | Announcements
David Lawrence Rare Coins (DLRC) is pleased to announce that world-renowned gold coin specialist Paul Nugget has joined the company as a new affiliate. Paul, a native New Yorker, will remain in the Empire State, serving his existing clients as well as helping DLRC serve a wider base of customers.
Nugget’s interest in coins started at eight years old and has propelled him to be the renowned gold coin specialist that he is today. He took a break during adolescence but returned to the hobby after finishing school at Hunter College. After getting a job at a coin shop in July 1969, his knowledge and expertise grew and led to a career in professional numismatics that has lasted almost 50 years. Although Nugget’s numismatic fluency covers all U.S. coins, he is most well-known for his specialty in U.S. gold coinage. Having worked with some of the world’s largest gold importers, one of the largest coin wholesalers, as well as the auction house, Stack’s-Bowers, Paul has seen it all and been involved in trading over a billion dollars in U.S. gold coins. Having purchased and sold pieces of practically all classic U.S. gold coins ranging from 1795 to 1933, both federal and pioneer, he is widely known amongst those in the coin industry as one of the foremost experts in his field. While he has a general disdain for Morgan Dollars, his knowledge covers all realms of numismatics.
After venturing solo in the coin business in 2014 and following a brief period of retirement, Nugget decided to join forces with his former mentee and now close colleague, John Brush, the President of DLRC. Brush stated, “I worked with Paul for three years at my first full-time place of employment, Spectrum Numismatics, and Paul took me under his wing in my first week on the job. Not only did he give me a loupe that I still treasure, he was always there to offer support, knowledge, and advice.” Brush continued, “Paul not only became a mentor to me, he also became a friend, and we have kept in touch as such over the years. When Paul first told me that he wanted to get back into the business, I immediately jumped on the opportunity and am thrilled to work with him again.”
According to Paul, “David Lawrence was a unique opportunity for me to do something that was slightly different than my past professional stops. To work with a wider range of collectors and to assist with the collection of D.L. Hansen was a special opportunity, and I am excited to work with John and the fantastic team at DLRC.”
Paul is also a long-time member of the PNG (Professional Numismatists Guild) as well as many other numismatic organizations, and both Nugget, in all his endeavors, and DLRC as a whole are known for their expertise in the hobby and have devoted themselves to the principles of the Professional Numismatists Guild (PNG): honesty, integrity, and reliability, and will continue to provide great value, high quality and unsurpassed customer service.
With Nugget’s enthusiasm and over 50 years of experience, the DLRC will continue to make new advances in the Numismatic market as their offerings become more diverse and they are able to offer a deeper and more thorough variety of U.S. gold. Nugget and DLRC are committed to being there for every customer and will offer the best they can provide.
ABOUT DAVID LAWRENCE RARE COINS
David Lawrence Rare Coins was founded in 1979 by David Lawrence Feigenbaum in a spare bedroom. A passionate collector his entire life, Feigenbaum made the jump to dealing when his collecting desires surpassed his limited professor’s budget. After David passed away from a long battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), David’s son John Feigenbaum took the reins and oversaw the company’s growth until 2015. In August of 2015, John Feigenbaum became the Publisher of the CDN Publishing and passed operations on to John Brush.
DLRC is located in Virginia Beach, VA, and offers products via their website (www.davidlawrence.com), trade shows, Amazon, eBay, as well as several other numismatic-related venues.
Dec 29, 2018 | Announcements, U.S. Mint
WASHINGTON – The United States Mint is kicking off a promising new year of coin products on January 3, 2019, at noon (EST). At that time, sales will open for the popular United States Mint Birth Set and the United States Mint Happy Birthday Coin Set. Both sets celebrate the special moments of life.
The 2019 United States Mint Birth Set (product code 19RD) is a great way to celebrate the arrival of a newborn. This delightful set features teddy-bear themed packaging and gender-neutral colors. The following five proof-finish coins from the San Francisco Mint are included:
- One Kennedy half dollar
- One Lowell National Historical Park quarter–the first quarter of the year from the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program
- One Roosevelt dime
- One Jefferson 5-cent coin (nickel), and
- One Lincoln one-cent coin (penny)
The presentation folder that holds the coins in place also has space for the baby’s vital statistics, a personalized message, and a 3” x 5” photograph. The Certificate of Authenticity is printed on the back of the folder and the coins’ specifications are printed on the coordinating slipcase. The 2019 set is priced at $19.95.
The 2019 United States Mint Happy Birthday Coin Set (product code 19RE) observes the birthdate of that special person in your life. Festive red, gold, and silver balloons adorn the presentation folder in this set, which holds the following five proof-finish coins from the San Francisco Mint:
- One Kennedy half dollar
- One Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness quarter–the last quarter of the year from the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program
- One Roosevelt dime
- One Jefferson nickel, and
- One Lincoln penny
Both sides of the encapsulated coins are visible in its packaging. The Certificate of Authenticity is printed on the back of the folder and the coins’ specifications are printed on the back of the coordinating slipcase. This set is priced at $19.95.
The United States Mint accepts orders through its online catalog at www.catalog.usmint.gov and at 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468). Hearing- and speech-impaired customers with TTY equipment may order at 1-888-321-MINT. Visit us online at www.catalog.usmint.gov/customerservice/shipping.html for available shipping options.
Dec 27, 2018 | Announcements, Shows & Conventions
The show in January is renowned for being the bellwether event on the numismatic calendar. With over 1500 dealers, Heritage Auctions, exhibitors and more than 15,000 of the most avid collectors, the FUN show kicks off the year on a high note. Make your plans early to attend this monumental numismatic event! The U.S. Mint and the BEP will be attending and the BEP will be bringing their BILLION DOLLAR display. The last time it was here I added it up and it was slightly over 1.5 Billion Dollars. The always popular Piedmont Gold Panners will be on site as will Dennis Boggs as Abraham Lincoln and Ray Dillard with his penny rolling machine.
Check out www.funtopics.com for more information.
Watch this video on YouTube here.
EDITORIAL NOTE: Would someone please tell the folks at CoinTelevision (David Lisot) that the voice over sounds like a television huckster more suitable for a late-night used car commerical.
Dec 22, 2018 | ANA, Announcements
Papers Accepted for Sundman Lecture Series
What Does the Future of Money Look Like?
The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is currently accepting proposals for the 2019 Maynard Sundman Littleton Coin Company Lecture Series. Presentations will be given Aug. 14 during the symposium at the Rosemont World’s Fair of Money®. Proposals must be received by March 1.
As we navigate the age of electronic transactions using credit cards, and more recently, digital currencies such as Bitcoin, the future of coins and paper money is unclear. Lectures will highlight this evolution and answer the question “what does the future of money look like?”
Those who wish to present at this year’s symposium must submit a lecture summary of 500 words or less. Each summary should contain an introduction, a brief discussion of the subject, sources and research method. Summaries will be reviewed and speakers evaluated and chosen based on originality, persuasiveness and relevance to the symposium topic. Selected presenters will receive a $250 honorarium.
Electronic submissions are preferred and can be emailed to seminars@money.org or mail to:
American Numismatic Association
c/o Brianna Victor
818 North Cascade Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Rosemont (Chicago) World’s Fair of Money
The five-day Rosemont World’s Fair of Money, slated for Aug. 13-17, features nearly 1,000 dealers buying and selling coins, currency and related items; a wide range of seminars and educational presentations by notable numismatists; major auctions by Stack’s Bowers Galleries and Heritage Auctions; as well as exhibits showcasing priceless rarities from the Money Museum and private collections.
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.
Dec 21, 2018 | Announcements, Bureau of Engraving and Printing
To mark the Apollo 11 moon landing’s 50th anniversary, the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) is pleased to announce the Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Commemorative Engraved Print Collection! This collection features three beautifully engraved prints: Mission, The Eagle Has Landed, and Giant Leap. Customers who subscribe are guaranteed to receive the full print collection at $17 per print, for a total price of $51. The first card, Mission, begins shipping the week of January 21, 2019. The Eagle Has Landed and Giant Leap will ship in spring and summer 2019, respectively.
On July 16, 1969, Apollo 11 launched from Cape Kennedy carrying Commander Neil Armstrong, Command Module Pilot Michael Collins, and Lunar Module Pilot Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin into outer space. Since the beginning of time, mankind has looked to the heavens for inspiration and discovery. These three commemorative prints — Mission, The Eagle Has Landed, and Giant Leap — celebrate an optimistic and inspirational event that secured our Nation’s leadership in space for generations to come and cherishes the triumph of the human spirit in the face of formidable odds.
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Giant Leap
Card 1 – MISSION: This print is symbolic of the United States Space Program’s mission leading up to the first manned moon landing and features an embossing of the Apollo 11 and the lunar surface, with an engraving of President John F. Kennedy and the inscription, “We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard.”
Card 2 – THE EAGLE HAS LANDED: This print is emblematic of the historic proclamation “The eagle has landed” and features an engraving of President Richard M. Nixon with the inscription, “Because of what you have done, the heavens have become a part of man’s world. As you talk to us from the Sea of Tranquility, it inspires us to redouble our efforts to bring peace and tranquility to Earth.” This print also features an engraved representation of the famous “Buzz Aldrin on the Moon” photograph taken on July 20, 1969. The reflection in astronaut Aldrin’s helmet features astronaut Neil Armstrong, the United States flag, and the lunar lander. The background features the lunar module on the embossed surface of the moon.
Card 3 – GIANT LEAP: This print captures the historic moment as the world eagerly looked to the heavens and heard Neil Armstrong’s voice as he declared, “One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” The design features engravings of Neil Armstrong saluting the United States flag and an embossed footprint on the lunar surface, which together represent the efforts of the United States Space Program leading up to the first manned, moon landing on July 20, 1969.
New Shopping Process:
The BEP and U.S. Mint have merged their online sales operations and customers can now purchase currency and coin products in one place, while enjoying the benefits and conveniences of the U.S. Mint website. BEP customers are encouraged to set up a Mint website account in order to easily check order statuses and track packages.
BEP products may be ordered toll free, at 1(800) USA-MINT (872-6468) and through the United States Mint’s online store, https://catalog.usmint.gov/.
Dec 19, 2018 | Announcements, Bureau of Engraving and Printing
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: Year of the Pig 2019!
The “Pig” is one of 12 zodiac signs associated with the Chinese Lunar Calendar. Year of the Pig 2019 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 Pig 2019 symbolizes the character traits of loyalty and honesty. This product is $5.95 and only 108,888 will be available for sale.
The Year of the Pig 2019 first day of sale is Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. (ET). Household quantity purchase limit restrictions of 250 units for the Year of the Pig 2019 will be imposed for the first two days of release. On December 20, 2018 household purchase restrictions will be waived.
New Shopping Process:
The BEP and U.S. Mint have merged their online sales operations and customers can now purchase currency and coin products in one place, while enjoying the benefits and conveniences of the U.S. Mint website. BEP customers are encouraged to set up a Mint website account in order to easily check order statuses and track packages.
BEP products may be ordered toll free, at 1(800) USA-MINT (872-6468) and through the United States Mint’s online store, https://catalog.usmint.gov/. For information about bulk pricing for quantities of 1,000 or more Year of the Pig 2019, contact the BEP at 1(800) 456-3408.
Dec 12, 2018 | Announcements, U.S. Mint
WHAT:
Join the United States Mint (Mint) for the official launch of the American Innovation™ $1 Coin Program on Friday, Dec. 14, 2018, at 11:30 a.m. (EST). The event will take place at the Mint’s new Coin Store at 801 9th Street NW in Washington, D.C.
Event highlights include a ribbon-cutting ceremony signaling the beginning of the new coin program followed by an autograph signing by Mint Director David Ryder. Products containing the introductory 2018 American Innovation™ $1 Coin will be available for purchase following the ceremony.
Public Law 115-197 authorizes the Mint to strike and issue coins under the American Innovation $1 Coin Program in recognition of the significant innovation and pioneering efforts of individuals or groups from each of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, and the United States territories–Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Northern Mariana Islands. The Mint will issue these coins at a rate of four per year.
WHO:
- David Ryder, Director, United States Mint
- Marc Landry, Acting Associate Director, Numismatic and Bullion
- Directorate, United States Mint
WHEN: Friday, Dec. 14, 2018, 11:30 a.m. (EST)
WHERE:
United States Mint Headquarters
801 9th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20220
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
Dec 10, 2018 | Announcements, U.S. Mint
WASHINGTON – The United States Mint (Mint) officially unveiled the reverse (tails side) design for the 2019 Native American $1 Coin in the 2018 winter issue of the National Museum of the American Indian’s eponymous quarterly magazine. The 2019 coin design celebrates American Indians in the Space Program.
The reverse design depicts renowned engineer Mary Golda Ross writing calculations. Behind her, an Atlas-Agena rocket launches into space, with an equation inscribed in its cloud. An astronaut, symbolic of Native American astronauts, including John Herrington, spacewalks above. In the field behind, a group of stars indicates outer space. Inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “$1.” Mint Artistic Infusion Program designer Emily Damstra created the design, which Mint Sculptor-Engraver Joseph Menna sculpted.
The obverse (heads) of the Native American $1 Coin will continue to feature the central figure “Sacagawea” carrying her infant son, Jean Baptiste, by sculptor Glenna Goodacre. Inscriptions are “LIBERTY” and “IN GOD WE TRUST.” The year, mint mark, and “E PLURIBUS UNUM” are incused on the edge of the coin.
Click here to view the 2019 Native American $1 Coin design.
The Native American $1 Coin Program is authorized by Public Law 110-82 to recognize the important contributions made by Native American tribes and individual Native Americans to the history and development of the United States. The public law mandates that a reverse design, with an image emblematic of one important Native American or Native American contribution, be issued at a rate of once a year.
Dec 9, 2018 | Announcements, U.S. Mint
WASHINGTON – The United States Mint (Mint) is pleased to announce the opening of sales on December 14 at noon (EST), for $1 coin products introducing the United States Mint American Innovation™ $1 Coin Program. The new 15-year initiative honors innovators and innovations from each state, the District of Columbia, and the five U. S. territories–Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. The United States Mint American Innovation $1 Coin Program will run from 2018 through 2032.
The introductory products include:
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PRODUCT OPTION |
PRICE |
| 18GRA |
American Innovation $1 Roll – Introductory Coin (P) |
$32.95
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| 18GRE |
American Innovation $1 Roll – Introductory Coin (D) |
$32.95
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| 18GBA |
American Innovation 100-Coin Bag – Introductory Coin (P) |
$111.95
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| 18GBE |
American Innovation 100-Coin Bag – Introductory Coin (D) |
$111.95
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| 18GA |
American Innovation $1 Proof Coin |
$6.95 |
The 2018 United States Mint American Innovation™ $1 Proof Coin is being produced at the Mint’s San Francisco facility. Like all proof coins, it has sharp relief with a mirror-like background. Each attractively packaged coin comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
The obverse (heads) of the 2018 American Innovation $1 Introductory Coin features a dramatic representation of the Statue of Liberty in profile with the inscriptions “IN GOD WE TRUST” and “$1.” This design will be appear on all coins issued under the United States Mint American Innovation $1 Coin Program.
The reverse (tails) the 2018 American Innovation $1 Introductory Coin features George Washington’s signature and the inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “AMERICAN INNOVATORS.” The stylized gears represent industry and innovation. The design also includes the inscription “SIGNED FIRST PATENT” under Washington’s signature. The year of minting, the mint mark, and “E PLURIBUS UNUM” are incused on the edge of the coin.
The Mint accepts orders online at www.catalog.usmint.gov and at 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468). Hearing and speech-impaired customers with TTY equipment may order at 1-888-321-MINT. Information about shipping options is available at www.catalog.usmint.gov/customerservice/shipping.html.
Dec 7, 2018 | Announcements, Shows & Conventions
Incredible Finest Proof Morgans Set Will Be Exhibited By PCGS Set Registry® At 2019 FUN
(Orlando, Florida) December 6, 2018 — The finest proof Morgan dollars set will be displayed by The PCGS Set Registry® (www.PCGS.com/setregistry) at the 2019 Florida United Numismatists convention for the first time anywhere in public.
Known as the “Mr. Perfection 13” collection, the award-winning, 27-coin Morgan dollar basic proof set is 100 percent complete and has a rating of 69.47, according to Cosetta Robbins, Professional Coin Grading Service Set Registry Manager.
This 1894 silver dollar, graded PCGS PR68+DCAM, is one of the superb quality coins in the “Mr. Perfection 13” collection of proof Morgan dollars that will be publicly exhibited by the PCGS Set Registry® for the first time anywhere at the 2019 FUN convention. Photo credit: Professional Coin Grading Service (www.PCGS.com).
“Many of the coins in this collection are either cameo (CAM) or deep cameo (DCAM) proof, and some have amazing colorful toning. The anonymous owner of the set wants to share the remarkable beauty of these coins with visitors to the FUN show,” said Robbins.
The finest proof Morgan dollar collection in the PCGS Set Registry®, including this 1889 silver dollar graded PCGS PR68CAM, will be displayed at the 2019 FUN convention. Photo credit: Professional Coin Grading Service (www.PCGS.com).
The set will be displayed at the PCGS booth, #1203, from Thursday morning to early Saturday afternoon, January 10-12, 2019, at the FUN show in the Orange County Convention Center West Building in Orlando, Florida.
Highlights of the “Mr. Perfection 13” proof Morgan dollar set include: 1880 graded PCGS PR68CAM, 1889 PCGS PR68CAM, 1894 PCGS PR68+DCAM, 1895 PCGS PR67+CAM, and 1901 PCGS PR68CAM.
Never previously exhibited, the finest proof Morgan dollar collection in the PCGS Set Registry®, including this beautifully toned 1901 graded PCGS PR68CAM, will be displayed at the 2019 FUN convention. Photo credit: Professional Coin Grading Service (www.PCGS.com).
The coin’s owner said, “This is one of my favorite sets.” In 2018 he upgraded three spectacular proof Morgan dollars: 1885 PCGS PR68CA, 1898 graded PCGS PR68DC, and 1899 PCGS PR67+DC.
Information about each coin in the set is available online at https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/dollars/morgan-dollars-major-sets/morgan-dollars-basic-set-proof-1878-1904/publishedset/109798.
The PCGS Set Registry (www.PCGS.com/setregistry) was established in 2001 and now hosts over 94,000 U.S. and world coin sets. For additional information about PCGS and its services, visit www.PCGS.com or call PCGS Customer Service at (800) 447-8848.
David Lawrence Rare Coins (DLRC) is pleased to announce that world-renowned gold coin specialist Paul Nugget has joined the company as a new affiliate. Paul, a native New Yorker, will remain in the Empire State, serving his existing clients as well as helping DLRC serve a wider base of customers. 
