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The article discusses strong demand for high-end collectibles, particularly coins. A 1795 U.S. penny sold at auction for almost $1.3 million, while a 1962 silkscreen painting by Andy Warhol fetched an auction price of $43.7 million in November, 2009. Shane Downing of the "Certified Coin Dealer Newsletter" notes that wealthy coin enthusiasts are aggressively adding to their rarefied collections.

The article reports that the U.S. Mint has imposed quotas on the sale of the 2008 $1 coin known as the silver eagle. There has been a boom in the market for the coins among coin dealers and collectors, and its May, 2008 market value is near $20. Unable to meet the demand, the Mint imposed the quotas, angering dealers and collectors.

Examines the controversies that have erupted at the United States Mint over the federal agency's commemorative quarters program designed to spur coin-collecting. Comments from David Ganz, a coin-collector, regarding the intent of the commemorative quarters program; Role of U.S. Mint Director Henrietta Fore in the program; Discussion of the process used to place a design on the quarter to commemorate the state of Iowa and the designs that were nixed by various groups; Estimates of the financial success of the quarters program; Rules and regulations limiting the type of design that can be put on the quarters; Impact of the quarters on state tourism; Percentage increase in visits to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas since that state's quarter was released; Recount of battles over coins commemorating Wisconsin, Iowa and Missouri.

Focuses on the sales of coins recovered from the rubble of the World Trade Center after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Where the coins were found, that belonged to the Bank of Nova Scotia's precious metals trading unit, ScotiaMocatta, which is not involved in the sale of the coins; Phrase used on the packaging of coins, suggesting the sellers are co-opting the tragedy for personal gain; Comments from Scott A. Travers, a coin authority, about the individuals' attempting to profit from the tragedy; Comparison of the price of gold coins being offered and the value of the price of gold on the market, indicating a high markup; Comments from Mark Renstrom, a salesman of the coins at Preferred Customer Club, a Minneapolis (Minn.) marketing company controlled by Asset Marketing Services Inc. in defense of the coin sales and prices; Others involved in the plan to sell the coins.

The article presents information on three rare coins issued by the U.S. Mint between 1787 and 1913 that sold for more than two million dollars each at auction, including a Double Eagle coin commissioned by U.S. President Teddy Roosevelt in 1907, a 1787 Brasher Doubloon, and a 1913 nickel.

This article reports on a decision by the U.S. Mint in 2008 to discontinue presidential $1 coin Historical Signature Sets amid low sales. The bestseller among collectors is the George Washington special set. Greg Hernandez of the U.S. Mint says the decision was based on customer feedback and the sales figures for a variety of products. Particular focus is given to the design features of each set. David Ganz of Ganz & Hollinger points out that the Historical Signature Sets were not designed for the coin-collecting community.

The article reports that for 72 hours starting at 8:30 a.m. on December 5, 2007, the public must dial the National Order Hotline to obtain never-before-seen Ballistic Rolls of the U.S. Government's new Presidential Dollar Coins. The U.S. government started minting the new coins and by law were required to stop production forever. Sealed Ballistic Rolls have never been put into the public's hands direct from the private vaults of the World Reserve, making these first issue coins highly sought after.

The article reports on the release of the Ballistic Rolls of the U.S. Government's Presidential Dollar Coin, unveiled in New York City. These rolls will be handed over to anyone who calls from 8:30 a.m. on November 29, 2007 and for the next 72 hours thereafter. Timothy Milton, Chief of Coin Operations for the private World Reserve Exchange, provides the details of the first issue coin releases.

The article announces that World Reserve is giving out the Presidential Money Gallery, which holds first issues of the U.S. Mint's Presidential Coins, for free. The requirements for getting the Presidential Money Gallery are presented. The total number of U.S. Presidential Coins included in the collection is given. Comments from Aaron T. Stryker, director of the World Reserve Monetary Exchange, are presented.

The article reports on the rising value of rare-coin in the market due to Internet auctions and increasing gold prices.

The article answers a reader's question on finding an authoritative opinion on an antique coin collection. Collectors with some experience can look at "The Standard Catalogue of World Coins" or "A Guide to United States Coins." Less experienced collectors can usually find a free opinion from an expert. Professional Coin Grading Service founder David Hall recommends collectors get opinions from a number of experts; they can be found at the American Numismatic Association.

Reports how rare coins are becoming increasingly attractive to investors. Reasons for the new interest; Exposure to precious metals; Internet as a tool for coin collection; CU3000 Rare Coin Index; High liquidity of rare coins; Risks presented by the rare coin market; Weak U.S. dollar as a motivator for coin investment.

Focuses on the value of rare United States coins. Value of a 1913 Liberty Head V nickel that is to be sold in a private transaction; Percentage increase in the value of rare U.S. coins in the past two years; Similarities in the value of coins and the price of gold; History surrounding the 1913 nickel; Comments from John Albanese, president of John Albanese Numismatics in Far Hills (N.J.), regarding the 1913 nickel; Value of an 1804 silver dollar and a 1933 $20 gold piece that sold in recent years; Analysis of the rare coin market.

Presents news briefs on art and coin auctions in the United States as of June 22, 2001.

Reports on the growing market for collectible coins. Reasons for the sudden interest in collectible coins; Value of a 1990 proof set; What makes the coins valuable; Statement issued by Raymond Merena of Bowers & Merena.