Weekly World Numismatic News for February 6, 2022

There was a lot of numismatic-related news this week that collectors should note.

Negro Leagues Baseball Proof Silver Dollar Coin and Jackie Robinson Silver Medal Set \
(Image courtesy of the U.S. Mint)

The U.S. Mint announced that the end of the pre-sale of the Negro Baseball Leagues Commemorative Coins is on Monday. As part of the reminder, they announced that the proof silver dollar with the 100th Anniversary Privy Mark has sold out, and other options are reaching their sales limit.

At the same time, the U.S. Mint announced the pre-sale for the Negro Leagues Baseball 2022 Proof Silver Dollar Coin and Jackie Robinson Silver Medal Set. The Jackie Robinson 1 ounce silver medal is currently only available as part of this set.

In a separate announcement, the U.S. Mint also declared that they reached the limit on the number of pre-sale coins for the proof and uncirculated American Silver Eagle collector coins. The announcement shows that the American Silver Eagle continues to be the U.S. Mint’s most popular collector coin.

On February 6, Queen Elizabeth II celebrates the 70th anniversary of her ascension to the throne of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth Relm. While the country celebrates the Platinum Jubilee, it is a solemn day for the Queen because it marks the 70th anniversary of the death of her father, King George VI.

While Queen Elizabeth took private time to remember her father, the Royal Mint released a good deal of coins to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee. The current lineup includes gold and silver coins ranging from one-ounce to 10-kilo gold coins.

The Royal Mint and Royal Canadian Mint announced a two-coin silver set with coins designed to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee earlier today. The Royal Canadian Mint will sell the set.

At some point, the U.S. Mint will release the 2022 National Purple Heart Hall of Honor that will include a colorized silver dollar. That will be exciting.

And now the news…

A Bizarre Coin and its Global Effects – Scandinavian Archaeology

January 28, 2022

What happened to money if a European country went broke in the 17th century? And how did a bizarre coin lead to the introduction of paper bills, as well as central banking systems?

→ Read more at scandinavianarchaeology.com

Royal Canadian Mint commemorates Black History today and every day with coin featuring the Underground Railroad

January 31, 2022

The Underground Railroad, the famous network of safe houses and secret routes that helped enslaved people of African descent escape to freedom in Canada, is the subject of the Royal Canadian Mint's latest issue in its ongoing Commemorating Black History coin series.

→ Read more at prnewswire.com

Revolutionary War medals confirmed the U.S.'s independence. Here's how:

February 1, 2022

The year 1776 was obviously a big year for the United States. But before the Declaration of Independence was signed, another sign of freedom was created by Continental Congress.

→ Read more at wearethemighty.com

What is the Fugio cent – and what makes the coin worth up to $3,500 explained

February 4, 2022

THE Fugio cent minted in 1787 has long been enjoyed by coin collectors. We explain what you need to know about the rare coin, which is also called the Franklin cent.

→ Read more at the-sun.com

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♦ The Royal Mint and the Royal Canadian Mint unveil two-coin set for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee (Feb 6, 2022)

♦ Submissions Accepted for ANA Young Numismatist Literary Awards (Feb 5, 2022)

♦ NGC Certifies Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Coins (Feb 3, 2022)

♦ In Appreciation of Quarter Eagle Gold Coins (Feb 3, 2022)

♦ NGC to Reveal a Lost Treasure from the SS Central America (Feb 3, 2022)

♦ Enrollments Full for 2022 American Eagle Silver One Ounce Proof and Uncirculated Coin (Feb 3, 2022)

♦ Negro Baseball Leagues Commemorative Coins Introductory Pricing Ends Monday, February 7 (Feb 3, 2022)

♦ Gold Gleams Boldly and Brilliantly in Legend’s 50th Regency Auction (Feb 1, 2022)

♦ Bigger April 2022 Convention Planned by Central States Numismatic Society (Feb 1, 2022)