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Gold & Silver Coin Bullion Info

The Vienna Philharmonic gold coin is one the Austrian Mint first began producing in 1989 and it quickly became very popular. This coin was the best selling gold bullion coin in the world in 1992, 1995, and 1996 according to World Gold Council. Minted in 1-oz., �-oz., �-oz., and 1/10-oz. sizes, all Vienna Philharmonics are made from 99.99% pure gold. No alloyed metals are added. All coins are minted at the Austrian Mint AG, now a subsidiary of the Austrian National Bank. The Mint was established in 1194 and has remained in its current building since 1837.
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A second big category of damage type we see on coins is fingerprints. The oils and acids present on one's hands can damage coins if left on the surface of the coin for an extended time. Initially, they can cause a fingerprint pattern toned area that is unattractive and lowers the value and grade of the coin. Left unattended, these oils and acids can eventually etch the surface of the coin making the fingerprint permanent. Even handling coins by their rims still allows the dangerous compounds onto the rims of the coins. Using a pair of soft cotton gloves when handling raw coins helps protect all three surfaces of the coins. Make sure you get a pair of thin gloves so that you can still feel the coin. Bulky work gloves make it harder to handle small items and increases the risk of dropping the coin.
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The hobby of collecting old paper money is still much less widespread than stamp and coin collecting, although interest is growing every year. Many stamp and coin collectors are now considering banknotes as the promising new collecting frontier. The hobby holds many of the same pleasures as stamp and coin collecting: One gets the same thrill at finding that elusive item to fill a gap in a series or a set. There is the same reverence one feels for owning something that has been preserved in perfect condition for a hundred years. There is the same satisfaction of travelling to a collector's fair to hunt down bargains and meet fellow enthusiasts and develop one's knowledge.
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Doug Winter Market Report: Gold from the Jackson, Tennessee Hoard Surfacing?

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 13:02:27 +0000
With little fanfare, an important group of half eagles and eagles were sold at the recent Heritage Long Beach auction. I was intrigued by the source of this group of coins and since the Heritage catalog had nothing about their origin, I decided to do a little digging. What I found out is extremely interesting ...]

15 Question Funny Money Quiz

I came across this Funny Money Quiz on WalletPop and scored 12 out of 15. Some of the questions are weak, but it's all in good fun, right?

Word of the week: 'Peculiar'Deseret News, UT - Jan 30, 2008The Hebrew word comes from the root meaning to shut up, which is what you do with wealth, hence a jewel or peculiar treasure. In the Old Testament, ...SUPERVALU to Celebrate Bla

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 23:18:18 +0100
Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA -A jewel thief returns to a construction site to retrieve his cache and finds a police station on the spot. (PG-13) (1:45) HBO: Sat. ...

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Second commemorative golden coin was presented at Trakai Castle

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:11:20 +0000
The second commemorative golden coin of 100 litas, dedicated to the millennium of the mention of Lithuania”s name was presented at the historical cradle of Lithuania – the Gothic hall of Trakai Castle on Tuesday. The commemorative coin was issued on September 30 and started circulating as valid for making payments.
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