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New U.S. Mint Release: 2025 American Innovation $1 Coin Reverse Proof Set Drops Dec. 30! December 26, 2025 |
Welcome to the new On The Obverse newsletter from LostTreasureHQ.com. This is our 2nd issue and it's been fun putting it altogether. Hope you had a good Christmas Day and are looking forward to the new year ahead. What have I got for you this week...
Let's get into it! News🔥 Explore Rare Colonial Coins Live Now — Bid in Heritage Auction #60503!A fascinating assortment of Colonial-era coins is currently up for live bidding at Heritage Auctions — including rare 1694 London Elephant Tokens, vintage Hibernia pennies, and classic Colonial coppers with active bids already underway! Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just love historic numismatics, there’s something exciting happening in this live auction ending December 29, 2025. Check out the full lineup and place your bids before time runs out! 📜 Live! Rare & High-Grade Banknotes Up for Bid in Heritage Auction #142553A fresh selection of premium Federal Reserve notes, classic fractional currency, and historic obsolete issues is now live for bidding in Heritage Auctions — featuring superb grades from PMG and PCGS and running Dec 23–30, 2025. Whether you’re hunting star notes, crisp uncirculated gems, or collectible rarities, this live currency auction has something to catch every paper money enthusiast’s eye! New U.S. Mint Release: 2025 American Innovation $1 Coin Reverse Proof Set Drops Dec. 30!The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for the 2025 American Innovation $1 Coin Reverse Proof Set on Tuesday, December 30 at noon EST. This striking four-coin set celebrates pioneering innovations and innovators from Arkansas, Michigan, Florida, and Texas with a dramatic reverse proof finish and includes the Mint’s Certificate of Authenticity — all for $32.25 (limit two per household). Don’t miss your chance to add this eye-catching set to your collection! 📯 Discover the Story Behind 1903 Louisiana Purchase Gold DollarsDive into the fascinating history of the Louisiana Purchase Commemorative Gold Dollars — among the first U.S. gold commemorative coins struck for the 1904 St. Louis Exposition. Featuring two rare varieties honoring Thomas Jefferson and William McKinley, these 1903 issues mark a pivotal moment in numismatic history and remain prized by collectors today. Learn about their origins, designs, and why surviving examples are so coveted. 🏆 Be a Hero: Gift a Sports-Themed Coin This Holiday Season!Looking for a meaningful gift for the sports fan in your life? This PCGS article highlights the unique appeal of sports-themed coins — from classic baseball Hall of Fame gold pieces to Olympic and championship-commemorative issues — as thoughtful keepsakes that connect fans to their favourite teams and memories. Whether it’s for the holidays or a birthday, a sports coin can show you really get them. 👑 “The 16th King of American Coins” Emerges: A New 1804 Silver Dollar Shocks the Numismatic WorldAn astonishing discovery has rocked coin collectors — the 16th known specimen of the legendary 1804 Draped Bust Silver Dollar, long called the King of American Coins, has surfaced from the James A. Stack, Sr. Collection and sold for around $6 million after being graded PR65 by PCGS. Previously thought limited to 15 surviving examples, this newly documented rare has reignited excitement and speculation about other hidden treasures waiting to be found. 🕊️ Remembering Terence Cheesman — Cherished ANS Member & Legacy SupporterThe American Numismatic Society pays tribute to Terence Cheesman, a passionate collector of ancient coins and longtime ANS member whose generosity and love of numismatics enriched the community for decades. From his avid study of coins like those of Alexander the Great to his memorable visits and donations — including a major estate bequest of over $260,000 benefiting numismatic research and education — Cheesman’s legacy will continue to inspire collectors and scholars alike. New America 250 Silver Round Available From Ohio Historical SocietyA striking Proof 1-ounce .999 fine silver America 250 round is now offered by the Shelby County (Ohio) Historical Society in celebration of the 2026 Semiquincentennial. Featuring thoughtful obverse and reverse artwork by Ohio artist Mike Behr and struck by historic Osborne Coinage, this medal honours George Washington’s Life Guards and includes the official America 250 logo. Proceeds support local America 250 events in Shelby County. 🪙 Coin World: Open Letter Urges Treasury to Rethink Proposed 2026 Dollar CoinIn the Monday Morning Brief for Dec. 22, 2025, numismatist Dennis Tucker pens an open letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, urging reconsideration of the proposed 2026 dollar coin that would feature a living president’s likeness. Tucker argues that such a circulating coin breaks longstanding tradition and could harm both public perception and the historical legacy of U.S. coinage. Coin of the Week🪙 What’s Your 1937 Buffalo Nickel Worth? Value Guide & Rare VarietiesIf you’ve come across a 1937 Buffalo (Indian Head) Nickel, this handy value guide breaks down what it might be worth. From modest amounts for common circulated pieces to much higher prices for well-preserved or error examples. Learn how mint marks, condition, and famous varieties like the 1937-D “3-Legged” error influence value, and get price ranges for collectors and sellers alike. 👉Dive into the full guide here... EventsNo events this week as it's Christmas and everyone is probably enjoying the well earned holiday. 6th January 2026 Pickens County Coin Club Meeting | 140 Cornerstone Drive, Jasper, Georgia 30143 | 5pm Thanks for reading On The Obverse! Let’s chat again next Friday! Regards, William P.S. Would love to know what you thought about the second newsletter. What's good? What's not so good? What would you like to see included? Contact me here. (Some browsers are showing an error after the form is submitted! If this happens, please try another browser) |
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