Category Archives: Coin Show Preview

New Changes For Art & Coin TV In 2013

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Jan
2013
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2013 is bringing many changes to the Art & Coin TV family. Our 2013 Winter Schedule for the Coin Show Spectacular and Fine Art Showcase will be: The Coin Show Spectacular: Tuesday: 5pm PST / 8pm EST – 10pm PST … Continue reading  

VAM Girl: 1888-O VAM-4 Double Die Obverse

17
Sep
2012
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Greetings, all you Morgan Dollar collectors out there! I am so excited about the super special VAM I have this month! It’s the 1888-O VAM-4 Double Die Obverse—better known as the “Hot Lips” Morgan Dollar. I have been a fan … Continue reading  

The History of the 1878-P VAM39A

19
Jun
2012
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1878 was the first year of the Morgan Silver Dollar. During this first year there were a few changes made to the reverse of the Morgan. Instead of creating all new dies for the changes, the U.S. Mint would stamp … Continue reading  

How To Spot the “Rusty Fish Hook” Morgan Dollar

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May
2012
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This week, we look at the “Rusty Fish Hook” Morgans. Unique and collectable coins are often referred to as “VAMs,” or by their VAM number—a ranking based on a numerical grading scale, created by numismatic authors Leroy Van Allen and … Continue reading  

Engraver Of The Week: John R. Sinnock

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Apr
2012
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John R. Sinnock (1888 – 1947) was the eighth Chief Engraver and Sculptor of the United States Mint. During his tenure at this post, he designed the Roosevelt Dime, the Franklin Half Dollar, assisted with the modern Purple Heart, the … Continue reading  

Engraver of the Week: Gilroy Roberts

9
Apr
2012
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Gilroy Roberts was a humble man of major accomplishments. Over the course of his 86 year life, he became an integral member of the numismatic community, designing a number of medals and coins for the United States and abroad. As … Continue reading  

Engraver of the Week: Frank Gasparro

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Mar
2012
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Frank Gasparro was the tenth Chief Sculptor and Engraver of the United States Mint. Gasparro held the position from 1965 until his retirement in 1981. During his tenure at the Mint, Gasparro proved to be incredibly talented, creating more coins … Continue reading  

Engraver of The Week: Elizabeth Jones, The First Female Chief Sculptor and Engraver

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Mar
2012
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Elizabeth Jones (1935 – ) served as the 11th Chief Sculptor and Engraver of the United States Mint, having been appointed after the retirement of Frank Gasparro in 1981. The first woman ever to hold this post, Jones was a … Continue reading