One of the Last MINT SEALED 1963 Franklin Half Dollar Bags to Auction This Week
The firm will offer the bag of half-dollars at auction on national television on July 27, 2023 with bidding starting at $69,000.
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Our Favorite Coins that Honor U.S. Military Members
Throughout the history of the US Mint, commemorative coins have been struck that honor those who put their lives on the line to uphold American Freedom and preserve our union. On this Memorial Day, Rare Collectibles TV would like to highlight some of our favorite designs honoring American military service members.
Why Was Silver Removed From Coinage?
Throughout the history of the U.S. Mint, the issue of managing the money supply and preventing hoarding has been a consistent challenge. During the Great Depression for instance, the hoarding of gold coins forced the government to enact Executive Order 6102, to prevent said hoarding from damaging the economy further. In the mid-1960s, the U.S. government faced a similar issue, this time with silver.
