2024 marks 100 years since a professional air force was created for the defence of Canadian freedom and sovereignty. To honour the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), a national institution dedicated to our national security, and the generations of personnel who have served it through peace and war, the Royal Canadian Mint has launched the 2024 $20 Fine Silver Coin – The Royal Canadian Air Force Centennial. The coin’s reverse design by Edmonton, Alberta artist David Moore features iconic aircraft that open windows on the celebrated past and promising future of the RCAF.
David Moore chose the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lighting II, the next generation of fighter jet to enter service as the symbol of the future RCAF. Depicting its illustrious past are a Supermarine-designed Spitfire fighter, the Allied forces’ master of skies throughout the Second World War, as well as a Sopwith Camel, an agile combat biplane that helped Canada and its allies win the First World War and remained in active service when the RCAF was founded.
This motif is elevated by the engraving of "SIC ITUR AD ASTRA", the RCAF motto which stands for "Such is the pathway to the stars". The design is completed by the iconic maple leaf-adorned RCAF roundel, and the double date "1924-2024". The obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, designed by Canadian artist Steven Rosati.
This 99.99% pure silver keepsake, limited to a mintage of 12,000 and retailing for $109.95 (CAD), is available for purchase as of today. It is the latest addition to a number of numismatic tributes to the Royal Canadian Air Force Centennial, which include the 2024 Proof Silver Dollar, the 2024 Fine Silver Proof Set and the 2024 $100 Pure Gold Coin, launched earlier this year.
Other notable products launched April 2 include:
- The 2024 Specimen Set – Conservation stories – Northern Leopard Frog, featuring a special $1 coin designed by Julius Csotonyi.
- The 2024 $1 Fine Silver Coin – Emanuel Hahn’s Original Sketch – Parliament.
- The 2024 50¢ Fine Silver Coin – Tribute W Mint Mark – Coat of Arms.
- The 2024 $20 Fine Silver Coin – Dancing Ammolite – Elements of Nature, designed by Mariya Olshevska.
- The 2024 $300 Pure Platinum Coin – Maple Leaf Forever, featuring the work of Mint engravers.
- The three-dimensional, diamond-shaped 2024 $50 De Beers Cushion Diamond and 2024 $500 De Beers Ideal Cushion Diamond; and
- The 2024 line of bullion coins in premium packaging, featuring the W. Allan Hancock designed 2024 $5 1 oz. 99.99% Pure Silver Coin and the 2024 $5 1/10 oz. Pure Gold Coin – The Majestic Polar Bears, also available in special First Strikes editions.
Mintages, pricing and full background information on each product can be found on the "Shop" tab of www.mint.ca.
These products can be ordered as of today by directly contacting the Royal Canadian Mint at 1-800-267-1871 in Canada, 1-800-268-6468 in the US, or at www.mint.ca. They are also available at the Royal Canadian Mint’s boutiques in Ottawa and Winnipeg, at participating Canada Post outlets, and through the Mint’s global network of dealers and distributors.
About the Royal Canadian Mint
The Royal Canadian Mint is the Crown corporation responsible for the minting and distribution of Canada’s circulation coins. The Mint is one of the largest and most versatile mints in the world, producing award-winning collector coins, market-leading bullion products, as well as Canada’s prestigious military and civilian honours. As an established London and COMEX Good Delivery refiner, the Mint also offers a full spectrum of best-in-class gold and silver refining services. As an organization that strives to take better care of the environment, to cultivate safe and inclusive workplaces and to make a positive impact on the communities where it operates, the Mint integrates environmental, social and governance practices in every aspect of its operations.
MintNewsBlog isn’t opening. Is it now closed? I guess we’re all coming here now.
I think RIP…. Site not responding….how bout Dem PMs!!
JQC,
MNB goes down, PMs go up. What a day.
Cheers
John Q.
A couple of months ago I showed you this one..It was at 200k and I said you could buy a condo or house with it. You said not a house around here!
It’s listening to you, it’s working it’s way up to your neighborhood!
Hammer night tomorrow…Can we come to your Block Party!?!(★‿★)
The Gold & Green stickers gave it a boost lol (⊙ˍ⊙)!
https://www.greatcollections.com/Coin/1304505/1892-Liberty-Gold-Double-Eagle-PCGS-MS-67-CAC-Green
Rick,
That looks like something you would buy. It has all the “Rick Hallmarks” on it. A total “Rock Star Coin” for sure.
Cheers
E1, You knocked that one out!✓ Good stuff! I woke up today all sore & stiff. Well..It turns out that my Horse, he had gotten so tall that I fell off.! So today I got back to ‘basics’ and broke open a Cent box and did my thing, looked for Copper. I had a good haul out of several rolls. The most notable were a 1961 Canada in PL. And a 1940-S Lincoln in VG? **I did take delivery of something of great value today…I’m a good listener, You’ll see!..See pic. Tonight it was Corn Chips dipped in Baked Beans… Read more »
Pretty hard to see any Lincoln date without @least 5x. Wow what a $20 $355k now, a lot,of,places you could buy a place! I have a nice tub of copper 1c but what to do w them? Au so,hot almost (almost…) worth a shot@ GG $5 BU will be a low #, chasing….hmm
Rick, You will enjoy that Carson optic. It is so easy on the eyes. I have the exact same one. I’ve had it for over a decade and no problems. The lighting is great and the batteries last forever. It’s easy on the pants pocket too. With loops, as the lens power increases, and the lens diameter gets smaller, the eye pain factor increases dramatically. The 10.1 inch digital scope is also a great companion tool too. Having the two is the only way to go. Finally, take your time getting back up on that horse. Riding with you these… Read more »
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E1 I have another “substantial” purchase coming in Monday to share. No need to saddle up, but…You’ll be impressed nonetheless.
Next article…..
John Q. I’ll look for the Halo Effect.. My favorite Kennedy Keeper as it stands..The 1998-S SP-70 Matte is so close to 2nd that they’re essentially equal..
https://www.ebay.com/itm/156006326804
Guys (and gals?) I just spent 10-15 minutes searching EVERY comment made to this article trying to find the new responses (since my last one). It would be soooo much easier if we all QUIT using the “Reply” feature and start using the “join the discussion” box for ALL comments. That way all the new comments show up at the bottom. PLEASE Site manager – you have an up arrow to take you to the top of the page. PLEASE ADD A DOWN ARROW to take us to the bottom of the page to see new comments. Or see if… Read more »
Rick,
Here are the two 1998-S Silver Mattes that I have. The coin is # 24 in the “100 Greatest U.S. Modern Coins (Fourth Edition, 2017, pg. 34).” The mintage is estimated at 62,000. Depth of strike and centering is critical to SP-70. Avoid the spots.
Cheers
E1, Thanks for sharing those, they are such great coins-That finish… There are not many spot free out there, I look here and there for Gems. The one I posted above I totally like it..**However take a look! The strike is clean & detailed on the obverse, the reverse has decent wing depth–**But look at the Shield, tail feathers & arrows, ouch.. The depth & detail is sorely lacking compared to the obv..Overall weak strike really IMO, but hey… Common? A worn reverse die? Light planchet? or otherwise? Comments & opinions please(anyone)… Look at yours, similarities & commonalities? or a… Read more »
Well E1,
The Door has Closed, and the Lights are turned off over there…
I had a comment here asking about that, but it’s gone.
Mark it might show up later, even tomorrow? I went over to Greysheet. They have plenty of articles, news, events & plenty of coin stuff to read about. Even a Money ticker. But you can also see their push for you to buy from them(same here w/adds). Sure, they are a/the leader in current pricing, particularly for dealers, with dealer lists too, but I’m not interested in them… I don’t know though? not now.. I’m going to stay here and enjoy the fresh, almost daily articles.. I really like the Reports & Charts from Mike Unser and gang. And the… Read more »
Hey Rick, it’s kinda incestuous how PCGS has morphed from a 3rd party grader to a seller/retailer as well…….blind grading
I hope not but yes probably? All about$$. Are they tied into Greysheet? I did not join but looked around. Stay too long and they want your$$ They’re so huge(PCGS & NGC), I think NGC is bigger(owned by Certified Collectables Group)..PCGS has AK and I on the hook lately–AK more with all that sealed box shipping.. $25 bucks to grade my ’08-W $10, and $43 bucks to ship & handle! yikes $68-lol. They do have me hooked on the Gold Shield Slab–guilty on that.. Who’s more of a Profiteer? One has a fancy label, the other has a little tiny… Read more »
Ok, that made my evening! Nice! Having this photo capability is really awesome. Congrats on those Rick. Are sure you’re not an expert?
Cheers
Not even close! I’m an expert in draining Bank Accounts..The ’08-W is what I handed PCGS at the ANA show(had it for years). The Morgan was a gift to myself..
I was illustrating the two(of many)hyped up Labels/Stickers–The Gold Shield vs the Green Bean CAC. Well here’s one for ya–Get both Gold and Green stickers! X-Mas like.
John Q.-the one on the left is dedicated to you!…
PS: This is my only outlet for Show & Tell..Mums the word around here…
And E1,
These 2 coins are dedicated to you! I would not have them if not for your enthusiasm for them. It rubbed off. Thanks for your sharing of your thoughts on coins with all of us!
E1,
For a better look at the Extra V, go to PCGS & punch the cert# in–Much better photo of the Cent when you click it…
That is just one of Dave Santiago’s 12 out of the 16 total MS-67RD graded at PCGS. If not for Dave’s “V” discovery, we could have many less high grade examples to view, As it is, there are not many…
Rick,
You are an expert! All top shelf. You know how to pick em!
Cheers
Rick nice stuff, does the 14 have a halo effect? I got so much stuff to,slab, too lazy, these days. The 67 is sweet as well beats my top@66. Extra V will be interesting to follow as time passes.
RCM sure can crank out the low mintage runs. Problem is, for me, there are just way too many of them. it’s hard to have a stand-out in such a crowded field.
MNB
Rest in Peace
Laid to Rest on April 5th 2024
2008-2024
Amen
It is a day of mourning and remembrance.
RIP MNB!!! I posted a rant regarding the cost of proof sets (especially silver) last night and was so looking forward to reading responses,but when I checked today it went directly to the greysheets site. I will miss all the folks from over there who failed to transition over here
Dave I replied, and now it’s gone, even the ability to go back years for reference, as Cali mentioned recently. I basically told you to hang in there with your Silver Proof Quarters in hopes of spot gaining traction(and it has), and you won’t be too regretful if you did buy some new ones? I said my Greatest Generation Proof 3 coin set had shipped yesterday, and that I had hoped to not regret that buy. Even at day one pricing(now $50 more, ouch). I told you that if I get a hand signed COA from Ventris, that I would… Read more »
Grey Sheet is a pay site. Registration is required and there is an upper price tier for dealers. It is so big and busy that it is hard to get visibility on your comments. I think it is for really BIG Fish. I will just stay here for now. If this site had a ticker for PMs it would be perfect. Also, a “Fast to the Bottom Button” and a “Fast to the Top Button” for the comments would be great too. Also, adds that Pop from the Left and Pop from the Right are OK. But, combining that with… Read more »
Your MNB link went to greysheet’s site? When I try to go there nothing happens and then it says”the connection has timed out.”
Mark,
MNB passed away today. It is gone.
If we get a petition together, do you think that the RCM’ll put out a commem in memory of the place?
E 1, Rick, Dave, Mark and others, I’m sincerely sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved site. I’ve only been into numismatics now for a for years, starting up in earnest in 2021- and have really only known this site. I’m happy you all ended up here.
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Looks like we have an APMEX PM Ticker now!
Thank you!
Well that was quick. Looks like they want to keep you around for a while, to keep you happy E1!
It does show a higher Spot $$ compared to Kitco like others have said.
Now the drop-down/up ads??
I don’t see an APMEX ticker.
Apmex price chart added below the comments here…
I use kitco, but they have not been the same since their recent site hack.
Adieu MNB.
Canada does it again. Another great coin from the RCM. Wow, an F-35 Super Lightening. I didn’t know Canada had those. The RCM is 20 years ahead of the Mint. Their Peace Dollars and their Double Maples have set the bar for North American Numismatics.
E 1, no offense but not my cup of tea. Collecting is definitely a subjective endeavor, and there’s no right and no wrong. As Kaiser would always say on this site- to each their own. While I like several of RCM’s coins this one is too stylized for me. I’d say RCM has been innovative in terms of shapes and embellishments like color plating, colorized, holograms, super incuse, bejeweling, textures and motion and photo effects to name a few but I don’t always like the result and wouldn’t say 20 years ahead of the US Mint. (though I do own… Read more »
Major D, Thank you for sharing. That is what a blog is for. To share ideas. Personally myself, I am a big fan of the RCM’s gold gilding on silver, and I would like to see that on an ASE someday. The RCM’s super incused coins are a shocker too. Now, add in their micro engraving technology. But, most importantly, the RCM’s introduction of MintShield is significant and something the US Mint should give consideration too. My collection is 97% US Mint, and the remaining percentage is Canada and Mexico. So, I am not a trader. I just love coins… Read more »
Rick,
Thanks for summarizing your response to my post
I’m just north of Naples.
As Florida builds out the armadillos move to the interior of the state. Lots of road kill 20 years ago. Not so much anymore.
I’m now collecting from circulation. Mint premiums just too ridiculous.
So happy this site exists!!
Ditto back at you Dave about this site! The Mint prices are high but so is food, fuel, & housing. That’s the only positive I can get out of the Mint’s prices. Everything is up. Maybe there’s hope for the Flowing Hair, or 2026 as far as something worthwhile for you to buy? Even the Cent–Maybe something similar to the 2019-W’s–Something within the Mint Sets again? I search for copper cents from time to time..I have at least 30,000 copper cents(12 boxes full)..Call me crazy–Even more crazy? I only searched for Wheats..Imagine what “could” be within those 30,000 copper cents?… Read more »
Rick and Dave, I’m a wheat and copper Lincoln cent collector, too. I have no idea how many copper I have as they’re all thrown into containers. Though I do separate out the 1982s (and 1983s looking for the rare copper) and have a lot to weigh. I do look at the dates and mints beforehand, and my experience has been that the S-mints for the 1968-1974 are the hardest to come across (harder even than finding wheats and 2009s). I especially have an eye out for the 1970-S small date and 1960(P) small date and the rare zinc wide… Read more »
Dansco 8102’s with a slip case are a great way to store the cherries. I’ve completed three so far.
More…
Very nice!
Thank You Major D!
Here is one way to keep your certification costs down. Build Dansco sets in Gem State, use the corrosion inhibiting jackets, and store them proper. In time, you will find happiness, and feel like a true numismatic historian. After 30+ years of certifying coins, I have realized that you can’t certify everything and all that money spent on plastic can be spent on other coins. Sometimes, I will buy a key date coin in a high grade, crack it out, and use it to complete an album. Albums are an artistic thing of beauty when they are done proper and… Read more »
E1,
Thanks and wow! You are a coin connoisseur in the truest sense. I knew it…
The Lincoln Gems are a sight to see. The Albums, not many people have those I would surmise. I did take a liking to the DC and Territorial Quarters for whatever reason? Just really like them. I bought all of the rolls and several First day Coin Covers, just haven’t done anything with them. Maybe build an album, sell some raw coins/rolls off? This is a great Hobby, thanks for sharing your collection keepsakes and ideas!
Snooze, you lose! Unfortunately GateWest has raised its price by $35, for that 2017/2018 Combo Coin Lore set offering. Now $204.95 vs the $169.95 they’d been advertising them for. So now instead of $29.16/oz coin, they’ll set you back $34.99 per 1oz coin. I had been thinking about picking up another of these 2-set offerings, however not any longer. They still have those $29.95 specials on the 2013 1oz Chinese Lunar NY “Snake” and the 2011 “D-10 Locomotive”.(Pg 18/19 of “Sale” or you can look them up by their year. They can be found under the 2011 Special Limited Edition… Read more »
Ugggh…. RIP all those fond memories of Mint News Blog, started by Michael Zielinski. The site began posting, actually in 2007 and continued under Michael’s reign until he “whoa, take the money” and ran! LOL Whitman Publishing purchased Coin Update News, Mint News Blog and World Mint News Blog in April of 2016. Then in November of 2023 the sites(Blogs), as well. as Whitman Publishing as a whole, was purchased and the blog sites were driven to its grave by CDN Publishing, without any formal announcement, correspondence, notification of any kind! CDN Publishing SUCKS IMO and is unprofessional as well… Read more »
So I guess the posting to the end of a thread vs burying w/in, using replies is out the window? Got it! Nothing like hunting through 30-50 comments to see if you can “find” the new comment/post? Yay!
Rick, on 4/3, after a volley of exchanges between he, Michael Alexander and myself, said: “Thanks Michael and CaliSkier… I guess we’ll see how things shake out.” Michael Alexander replied: “Hello Rick, I’ve shared your comments with John, my Publisher at Greysheet who has promised me he will personally deal with your concerns shortly, watch this space… and thank you again for posting your messages here.” Wow, I guess “promise” fulfilled and dealt with? Are you still, “Watching this space”? Oh yeah, you can’t, nor can anyone else. They had 4 months to come up with a courtesy article, that could… Read more »
Cali, I share your sentiments exactly. Thanks for speaking your mind. Many of the followers of MNB can agree that it was a great place to learn, share, and enjoy camaraderie, no matter what collecting interests, goals, or background you have. We, as you did, felt abandoned and ticked off with the site management(or lack thereof)over the last 2 months of MNB’s existence. It’s time to move on, no choice now. This place is a great replacement so far. A great place to continue to hear from our friends within the Numi Blogosphere. To get the latest from the Mint,… Read more »
Way to go John(Publisher) at CDN publishing!
Cali,
This for you. This is what you need. You’re ready.
CALISKIER©2024
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I’m with the rest of the MNB Posters, it’s a very sad day for the End of MNB!! I really liked that blog/forum! It was easy to see, find and read posts. I’m very happy this site is here and we can slide over to this and the folks here have been very gracious and welcoming to us all!! I know us MNB’ers are very grateful to the Posters here being so kind and conversing with us. They seem to have accepted us with open arms and I appreciate them and their kindness. I received my three 2019 S Enhanced… Read more »
I’m with you 100% Cali on the lack of communication from cdn. They lost all of the goodwill built over 17 years with the blog users. I pointed out the reply issue on this site when everyone was discussing alternative sites. If we all just add new comments at the bottom they will be sequential. If you reply, you have to go back and reread all of the comments to see if you missed any intervening reply comments. My idea is to reply if the thread is already at the end. If a new comment has been made then I… Read more »
I see emojis do not show up in text…:)
If you use “Join the Discussion “ at the end of the article and before the comments begin your response will appear at the END of the thread.
DO NOT REPLY TO SOMEONE’S COMMENTS!!!!
if we all do this we won’t have to waste time trying to find new comments.
ALSO, don’t forget to check to see if there is a new article. Always respond to the newest article!
Still no 2024 coins down here 🙁
Useful info Dave – Thank you!
Well, initially you see your comment posted at the top, but it gets moved to the bottom quickly….
Like as soon as you refresh!
Newbie here
Me too, but welcome neighbor to the North!
Received an order form the mint Friday – Required a signature??
Was a minor low value order – that’s new?? Perhaps because they are coming out of Irving now???
Tony they are coming out of Irving and Memphis both..
My recent order had one come from Memphis 3 weeks ago(’24 Congads set). The other from Irvine on Friday(GG set)..Both required a signature…
Here’s the kicker–I ordered both on the same day/same order#(GG backordered though)..They must have gotten overwhelmed in Memphis? Had to expand fulfillment capabilities?
Well apparently MNB is gone. Too bad. It’s a shame the new owner thought it not necessary to post a simple note. Their loss is someone else’s gain. This RCAF coin, if still available, will be great for my 9 year old great nephew. His mom is from Calgary and he’s big on anything Canadian. He rides his dirt bike over almost every day on a couple miles of cow trails. He’s big on U S & Canadian cents mainly. But over the Easter weekend he got interested in Kennedy halves & SMS. I drug out a box I hadn’t… Read more »
Great story. Our youth needs more exposure to coins & their history. He’s got some of your family traits Tom, and that’s a good thing.
I made a post yesterday but it hasn’t showed up! It was another long winded one that I’m known to do, lol!! I received my 3 – 2019 S Enhanced Reverse Proofs back from PCGS. As I posted on MNB, two came back 70 and one is a 69. Rick, you asked me a question over on MNB about the COA’s for this release. If folks remember, Director Ryder hand signed 100 COA’s. Rick, you asked me if PCGS would call me if I got one or if they had called me to tell me I had one. PCGS did… Read more »
AK your post showed up today! Up there⇈. Sometimes it shows up instant, a couple of hours, or the next day? Someone else asked about the COA but I was curious too–CONGRATULATIONS!!! You hit the jackpot with those coins/COA, even the -69, you’ll get decent $$ back. Have you thought about an Auction House? Great Collections is the hottest one around lately IMO. Lower fees, etc. But a 1099? Probably? Either way you made some great investments! I’m in your shoes with regards to My wife/family-they don’t deserve a big unorganised mess. I’m Grading & tidying up things myself… $429,750.00… Read more »
Oh, I apologize, I thot it was you that asked me about the COA’s. Hopefully whomever it was will see our posts about the COA’s. I’ve pretty much resigned myself to the fact I’m going to be getting some 1099’s. I have thot about GC. I’ve purchased from them I believe years ago but I’ve never used them for selling coins. Maybe the high end coins would do better there. I’m going to contact them in the near future and feel them out. I’d much rather let someone else sell my stuff and let them deal with everything. If all… Read more »
Yes AK, GC is where my coins are going. My family has been instructed to do so just in case I can’t send them off myself. Just remember to have them graded before sending them in..If you send in Raw/OGP coins they will send them out to be graded/authenticated before selling them. That is their rules, and I’m perfectly fine with that. Authentication and grades are key to value, as you well know..That’s why I’m grading mine now. I will miss MNB too, we all will. There’s many forums out there. This news site doesn’t need to be our only… Read more »
Check Mark! Lol
Those who’ve recently received shipment from the US Mint requiring a signature. Check your receipts to see if you were Charged $3.95. See attached Mint Shipping info: “Does the United States Mint offer signature required shipping? The United States Mint requires signatures on shipments for orders over $600. The Mint does not automatically require a signature on shipments for an order under $600, however, you may select the option for signature upon delivery for orders under $600 during checkout for a fee of $3.95. As this is a service provided by the selected carrier, the Mint cannot guarantee that the… Read more »
Major D said previous thread: “Several of my recent silver set purchases look like genius moves while silver is over $27. When it drops back down below $22, not so much….” “I figure I’m ahead just with the value in the plastic lenses if I decide to stack the silver and cash in the rest.” Yeah, I have to agree, especially if you can get them at, below or close to spot. Silver and gold both on a run, this evening. Up to $2,344.10 and $27.90, up .66% and 1.66% respectively! I hope you receive your shipment from GateWest soon!… Read more »
Looks like my Gatewest still hasn’t crossed the border yet going on 4 weeks….
Talking about Canada, a High Dollar scam: “In less than five years, the original penny stock turned Wonka’s golden ticket, rose to nearly $300 a share in 1997. By this time, the company had shifted its listing on the Alberta Stock Exchange to the heftier Toronto Stock Exchange and even the NASDAQ.”(excerpt) By A. J. Roan. “The biggest Canadian gold hoax of all time A sad tale of misunderstandings, a suspicious turn of events, and an outcome that cemented mineral disclosure for good North of 60 Mining News – January 6, 2023” https://www.miningnewsnorth.com/story/2023/01/06/mining-history/the-biggest-canadian-gold-hoax-of-all-time/7698.html?m=true CRAZY! Whatever happened to, “If it sounds… Read more »
For the Eclipse(tomorrow) on April 8, 2024, the US Mint will be offering up the: “American Innovation $1 Coin 2024 Rolls and Bags – Alabama” These should sell fairly well and make sure you are ready to rock at the opening of sales if you like this design! “The Alabama American innovation $1 Coin reverse (tails) design depicts the power and force of the Saturn V rocket lifting off with the Moon in the background. Included inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “SATURN V,” and “ALABAMA.” Better chance than not, this will be the hottest AI $1 in 2024? PS… Read more »
I guess the trick is to put some bleach in your eyes before viewing! I saw Totality in Ohio, but of course with the right glasses- pretty cool to see!
CaliSkier!
I got my 1964 SMS FS Nickel !!✔️
You were correct. Bidder #8 was all in from the get go. You wonder if it was the coin sellers’ buddy? I suspect that it goes on at the big auction houses just as much as the eBay auctions do?…An $.05 face value coin for $41,231.25…
E1 was right–It is Rare…
https://www.greatcollections.com/Coin/1558120/1964-Jefferson-Nickel-SMS-PCGS-MS-68-FS
**Tom, have your Great Nephew check the Nickels along with the Half Dollars!(⊙_◎)( $ _ $ )!!
Rick, I don’t know which is better, your bidding skills, or you picking ability. Also, at these price levels, you need to be very careful of shill bidders. Being a Kennedy connoisseur, the 1964 SMS Kennedy has always been on my radar. However, they seldomly ever come to market and they just keep going up in price. The 1964 SMS Kennedy half and your amazing SMS Jefferson nickel are #7 in the “100 Greatest Modern U.S. Coins (fourth edition, Whitman©2017, pg. 15).” I have the 1994 and the 1997 SMS Jefferson nickels. Your 1964 SMS Jefferson Nickel is the rarest… Read more »
Those are some choice gems there, talk about a nice score. Did you submit them yourself? Unfortunately I am not the winning Bidder #8 of whom started out with the very first bid @ $10,000, yet had a secret bid set so high, that all incoming bids thereafter($500 a pop) were automatically up/out bid. Hence my suspicions of shill shenanigans…He won his own coin I suspect, at $10,000 higher that last at auction in 2021 @Stacks/Bowers… If you recall, Cali and I had bantered a bit about this coin on MNB just days before it’s demise. If my wife found… Read more »
I meant ‘fortunately'(not the winning bidder)! Thanks for your vote of confidence anyway E1 !
Rick,
Maybe you are better off without that nickel. The 1964 SMS Kennedy Half is the one to get.
Cheers
What are the identifiers for the 1964 SMS Kennedy half dollar NOT in the original packaging? I’ve heard of these, but never seen one
Great question as I’ve been wondering that myself! Any of the SMS coins in ‘64 are great ones! I’d love having the Kennedy Half & the Lincoln/Penny cent!! My wife would make me sell them off so I wouldn’t tell her their values, lol! If I didn’t sell per her orders, that’s “if” she knew, I’d be waking up with dirt in my mouth (dead/deceased), lol!! !!!