This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending February 10, 2019, and will also include some information regarding last week's report. The Mint’s best-selling product this week was the 2019 Lowell National Historical Park Uncirculated ...
This U.S. Mint numismatic sales report covers the week ending February 10, 2019, and will also include some information regarding last week’s report. The Mint’s best-selling product this week was the 2019 Lowell National Historical Park Uncirculated five-ounce silver coin (19AJ), which sold 12,734 units. In second place was the 2019 Apollo 11 Proof Half Dollar Set (19CF), which sold 9,770 units. The third best-selling item this week was the 2019 Apollo 11 silver Proof $1 coin (19CC) with 8,217 sold. It’s followed by the 2019 Lowell National Historical Park, Three-Roll Set (19ARC), with 5,924 individual units sold; and the 2019 Lowell National Historical Park, Two-Roll Set (19ARA), with 5,269 sold.
Last week, the Mint’s best-selling product was the 2019 Apollo 11 Proof Half Dollar Set (19CF), which sold 15,194 units. In second place was the 2019 Apollo 11 silver Proof $1 coin (19CC), which sold 12,225 units. The third best-selling item last week was the 2019 American Silver Eagle 2019 one-ounce Proof coin (19EA) with 5,840 sold. It’s followed by the 2019 Preamble to the Declaration of Independence platinum Proof coin (19EJ), with 4,607 individual units sold; and the 2019 Apollo 11 Uncirculated silver dollar (19CD), with 4,523 sold.
This week saw a downward adjustment of -16,059 for the 2019 American Silver Eagle 2019 one-ounce Proof coin (19EA), -883 for the 2019 Apollo 11 five-ounce Proof silver dollar (19CH), and -2 for the 2018 American Gold Eagle one-quarter-ounce Proof coin (18ED). Last week saw a downward adjustment of -4 for the 2018 American Gold Eagle one-quarter-ounce Proof coin (18ED) as well.
The following are the U.S. Mint’s cumulative sales figures for the reporting period ending Sunday, February 10. “LKS” indicates that the number given is the last known sales figure for a sold-out item. Mintage and product limits are indicated, where applicable; if a coin is in stock but is nearing sold-out status, a link to the Mint’s product page is provided. Items in italics either are scheduled for release or have been released too recently to appear on the report; items in bold are appearing on the report for the first time.
Week Ending
2/3/19
2/10/19
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COMMEMORATIVE PROGRAMS
17CH
2017 Lions Clubs Silver $1 PF Coin
68,519
68,519
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
17CJ
2017 Lions Clubs Silver $1 Unc. Coin
17,247
17,247
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
17CA
2017 Boys Town Gold $5 PF Coin
1,822
1,822
—
Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
17CB
2017 Boys Town Gold $5 Unc. Coin
2,947
2,947
—
Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
17CC
2017 Boys Town Silver $1 PF Coin
26,085
26,085
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
17CD
2017 Boys Town Silver $1 Unc. Coin
12,234
12,234
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
17CE
2017 Boys Town Clad 50c PF Coin
17,639
17,639
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
17CF
2017 Boys Town Clad 50c Unc. Coin
15,525
15,525
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
17CG
2017 Boys Town 3-Coin PF Set
5,525
5,525
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
18CE
2018 Breast Cancer Gold $5 PF Coin
10,386
10,386
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
18CF
2018 Breast Cancer Gold $5 Unc. Coin
4,477
4,477
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
18CG
2018 Breast Cancer Silver $1 PF Coin
34,542
34,542
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
18CH
2018 Breast Cancer Silver $1 Unc. Coin
12,526
12,526
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
18CJ
2018 Breast Cancer Clad 50c PF Coin
17,937
17,937
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
18CK
2018 Breast Cancer Clad 50c Unc. Coin
11,301
11,301
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
18CL
2018 Breast Cancer Coin & Stamp Set
4,455
4,455
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
18CA
2018 WWI Silver $1 PF Coin
64,982
64,982
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
18CB
2018 WWI Silver $1 Unc. Coin
22,336
22,336
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
18CC
2018 WWI Silver $1 PF Coin & Medal Set: Army
15,621
15,621
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Sold out; LKS; off Mint report
18CD
2018 WWI Silver $1 PF Coin & Medal Set: Air Service
Washington — The United States Mint will release the America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Set containing Lowell National Historical Park quarters on February 19 at noon EST. The set (product code 19AD) is priced at $9.95.
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America the Beautiful Quarters Three-Coin Sets consist of an Uncirculated quarter from the Philadelphia Mint, an Uncirculated quarter from the Denver Mint, and a Proof quarter from the San Francisco Mint. Quarters in the set representing Lowell National Historical Park have a reverse (tails) design depicting a mill girl working at a power loom with its prominent circular bobbin battery. A view of Lowell, including the Boott Mill clock tower, is seen through the window. Inscriptions are LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS,2019, and E PLURIBUS UNUM.
The obverse (heads) of the coins depicts the 1932 portrait of George Washington by John Flanagan, which has been restored to bring out subtle details and the beauty of the original model. Inscriptions are UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, and QUARTER DOLLAR.
All three coins are mounted on a durable plastic card with an image of Lowell National Historical Park. The certificate of authenticity is printed on the back of the card.
The Mint accepts orders online and 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468). Hearing and speech-impaired customers with TTY equipment may order at 1-888-321-MINT. Visit the Mint’s website for information about shipping options.
A limited supply of sets will be available for purchase overthe counter at various United States Mint sales centers.
About the United States Mint
The United States Mint was created by Congress in 1792 and became part of the Department of the Treasury in 1873. It is the Nation’s sole manufacturer of legal tender coinage and is responsible for producing circulating coinage for the Nation to conduct its trade and commerce. The United States Mint also produces numismatic products, including Proof, Uncirculated, and commemorative coins; Congressional Gold Medals; and silver and gold bullion coins. Its numismatic programs are self-sustaining and operate at no cost to taxpayers.
Note: To ensure that all members of the public have fair and equal access to United States Mint products, the United States Mint will not accept and will not honor orders placed prior to the official on-sale date of February 19, 2019, at noon EST.
At the age of 80, I am selling my extensive collection of Civil War patriotic and store card tokens via e-mail catalogs. Included are tokens from under $100 to unique Gem rarities in the thousands of dollars. If you’d like a list, e-mail me at qdbarchive@metrocast.net.
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I have received at least 20 requests, and have filled many orders—much more activity than I had anticipated!
On that subject, the third edition of my Official Guide Book of Civil War Tokens, published by Whitman, seems to be flying off the shelves. If you are seeking a new specialty, these tokens combine history, many different designs, and very reasonable prices. While my list is 90% of Mint State tokens starting around $100, on eBay and at coin shows there are countless EF and AU common tokens that cost from $25 to $50. When my wife Christie and I married in 1978 and she started going to coin shows she was excited about Civil War tokens, and in a couple of days formed a nice collection in EF or so grade showing different objects—wagons, Indians, ships, sewing machines, buildings, the ironclad Monitor, Lincoln, Franklin, Washington—you name it.
The Civil War Token Society is composed of about 750 members and issues the Civil War Token Journaledited by Susan Trask and containing many articles, advertisements, and news. Remarkably, the dues are just $18 per year! Check the website and join, for a nice collecting experience.
As you know ifyou have been reading this column, one of my mission statements is to encouragecollectors to find a niche specialty that combines affordability, a wideselection of items that are not easy to find (so as to enjoy the thrill of thechase), and for which one, two, or several reference books are available. This isthe antidote to instant collecting, running out of money, and exitingnumismatics, never to be heard from again!
Enjoynumismatics. Enjoy the week.
All good wishes,
Dave Bowers
If you wish to reach out to me for commentary, questions, or suggestions, I can be contacted via e-mail at qdbarchive@metrocast.net.
Washington — The United States Mint will begin accepting orders for products containing the 2019 Native American $1 coin on February 13 at noon EST. The coin celebrates the accomplishments of Native Americans in the Space Program. Available options and their prices are below.
PRODUCT CODE
PRODUCT OPTION
PRICE
19NA
25-Coin Roll – “P”
$32.95
19NB
25-Coin Roll – “D”
$32.95
19NC
250-Coin Box – “P”
$275.95
19ND
250-Coin Box – “D”
$275.95
19NE
100-Coin Bag – “P”
$111.95
19NF
100-Coin Bag – “D”
$111.95
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The 2019 Native American $1 coin reverse (tails) 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.
The coin’s obverse (heads) will continue to feature 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.
The Mint accepts orders online and 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468). Hearing- and speech-impaired customers with TTY equipment may order at 1-888-321-MINT. Shipping options are available here.
The United States Mint was created by Congress in 1792 and became part of the Department of the Treasury in 1873. It is the Nation’s sole manufacturer of legal tender coinage and is responsible for producing circulating coinage for the Nation to conduct its trade and commerce. The United States Mint also produces numismatic products, including Proof, Uncirculated, and commemorative coins; Congressional Gold Medals; and silver and gold bullion coins. Its numismatic programs are self-sustaining and operate at no cost to taxpayers.
Note: To ensure that all members of the public have fair and equal access to United States Mint products, the United States Mint will not accept and will not honor orders placed prior to the official on-sale date of Februar 13, 2019, at noon EST.
A crowd of 2,600 people attended the February 6, 2019, ceremonial launch of the Lowell National Historical Park quarter in Lowell, MA. The coin is the 46th release in the United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Program. U.S. Mint photo by Jill Westeyn.
New quarter pays homage to the role of Lowell, MA, in America’s Industrial Revolution
Washington — The United States Mint officially launched the America the Beautiful Quarters Program coin honoring Lowell National Historical Park in Massachusetts. This is the first quarter of 2019 and the 46th coin overall in the program.
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The reverse (tails) design of the quarter representing thisnational site reflects Lowell’s role in the Industrial Revolution. The designdepicts a mill girl working at a power loom with its prominent circular bobbinbattery. A view of Lowell, including the Boott Mill clock tower, is seenthrough the window.
Marc Landry, Acting Associate Director of the Numismatic and Bullion Directorate, United States Mint, addresses the crowd gathered at the Lowell National Historical Park quarter launch ceremony February 6, 2019, in Lowell, MA. U.S. Mint photo by Jill Westeyn.
According to Marc Landry, the Mint’s Acting Associate Director for the Numismatic and Bullion Directorate:
The depiction of the mill girl takes us back to the past at the forefront of America’s Industrial Revolution. The physical coin takes us to present day manufacturing processes; and finally, the coin in its entirety takes us into the future—inspiring tomorrow’s innovators, workforce, and generations to follow.
Marc Landry, Acting Associate Director of the Numismatic and Bullion Directorate, United States Mint, presents Lowell National Historical Park quarters struck on the first day of production to National Park Service Deputy Regional Director Rose Fennell and Lowell National Historical Park Superintendent Celeste Bernardo during the February 6, 2019 launch ceremony in Lowell, MA. U.S. Mint photo by Sharon McPike.
More than 1,500 enthusiastic school-aged children from theLowell area celebrated the release of the new quarter. Guest speakersincluded former Congresswoman Niki Tsongas, National Park Service RegionalDeputy Director Rose Fennell, and park superintendent Celeste Bernardo. Anexchange of $10 rolls of the new quarter rounded out the event.
Rolls of Lowell National Historical Park quarters are exchanged following the February 6, 2019, launch ceremony in Lowell, MA. U.S. Mint photo by Jill Westeyn.
Products featuring the Lowell National Historical Park quarter are available for purchase directly from the Mint’s online catalog or by calling 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468).
New Lowell National Historical Park quarters line the trunk used during the ceremonial launch on February 6, 2019, in Lowell, MA. U.S. Mint photo by Jill Westeyn.
The America the Beautiful Quarters Program is a 12-year initiative that honors 56 national parks and other national sites authorized by Public Law 110-456. Each year until 2020, the public will see five new national sites depicted on the reverses (tails sides) of the America the Beautiful quarters coins, with a final coin scheduled for release in 2021. The Mint is issuing these quarters in the order in which the national sites were officially established.
About the United States Mint
Congress created the United States Mint in 1792, and the Mint became part of the Department of the Treasury in 1873. As the Nation’s sole manufacturer of legal tender coinage, the Mint is responsible for producing circulating coinage for the Nation to conduct its trade and commerce. The Mint also produces numismatic products, including Proof, Uncirculated, and commemorative coins; Congressional Gold Medals; silver and bronze medals; and silver and gold bullion coins. Its numismatic programs are self-sustaining and operate at no cost to taxpayers.
