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According to the US Mint, over 140 million people are now considered collectors of State Quarters. Find out more about collecting them, their release date, as well as images of the coins.
Collecting State Quarters
Coin Collecting, specifically the US State Quarters, has become of the more popular collectibles over the past few years. The US Mint now estimates that over 140 million people are now considered collectors.
US State Quarters Images from the US Mint
Coin Collecting, specifically the US State Quarters, has become of the more popular collecting habits to come along in years. This non-fad collectible appeals to every age, gender or income group.
Official Guidebook to State Quarters
Probably no one is more qualified to write about America's latest collecting craze -- the State Quarters, than David Ganz, a member of the Citizens Commemorative Coin Advisory Committee. Ganz, who helped with legislation for the quarter program, tells the fascinating history of how the lessons learned from the Bicentennial coins were applied to the new program.
Hallmark, Your New Coin Shop?
state quarters coins commemorative new jersey, delaware STATE QUARTERS ornament US mint uncirculated coins figurines MINT COINS
It's Money, So Use It --Golden Dollar
It's Money -- So Use It is a new slogan of the US Mint, as they launch an advertising campaign touting the wonders of the GOLDEN Dollars.
The Golden Dollar, One Year Later
A year ago the Golden Dollar was released amidst much fanfare to an excited public. Now one year later it would appear that with the over 700 million dollars released they would be jingling in our pockets. But although the public has eagerly sought out the Golden Dollars, once they have it they keep it
The American Numismatic Association
The ANA maintains the distinction of being one of the very few organizations in the United States to operate under a Federal charter. Excellent resources.
Gold Dollar Auction News
An 1854 type two gold dollar in MS65 sold for $44,908 to highlight Collectors Universe (Nasdaq: CLCT) Kingswood Coin Auctions' 12th sale that was completed February 17, 2000.

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