Jon Wood

What did Franklin Peale invent? I'll see what I can find online. Thanks for your interest in Commemoratives.

You're probably right, America deserves respect. She has earned it.

I like the idea of a 250th Anniversary Commemorative, especially if it celebrates one of our brave hero's. In terms of coins in circulation, I would vote for something with meaning. Something we can all be proud of. Maybe a limited series that could encourage our youth to reach for the stars.

Do Pedigrees Live On? Some Modern Commemoratives are raw; others have pedigrees. In my words, pedigrees often include authentication, certification, grading, damage control (serialized/holder), special label, designer signature, FDI and/or FDP status and some exclusivity. As a long time enthusiast and newbie Modern Collector, I think I understand but I struggle with the importance of perfection. What if a coin is near perfect? Some people won't accept anything but perfect. That's fine but what about the rest? What's the difference in value between the grades? What's a Pedigree worth? How important is it for a coin to specify a motto, monetary value, date or purity? I appreciate all comments, as long as they're civil. Jon

Gold is of considerable value (For now)? Would you elaborate a little more? In my lifetime gold has always been precious and valuable. What could happen with gold to change its status?

Good for you. What is the mintage of your commemorative? Commemoratives can be as valuable as the rest so why not verify and protect your investment.

It is what it is. I've done it with NCLT coins. It is a judgement call. Money isn't everything but it is your money you'll be spending. So unless there are other considerations, think twice.

In general, I agree with the post "none will ever be less than almost perfect". However I have one other question about MS bullion verses PF bullion. The U.S. Mint produced PF sets for collectors; no reason to grade but what about the MS coins. The MS coins will surely vary in grade (MS61-MS70). Thus may be a reason to grade or not? Then again, bullion is bullion.

Who is JW? The JW initials on the reverse of the American Gold Eagle acknowledges the original designer. Who is this original designer?

What is the consensus for grading an American Gold Eagle; Early Release? Any advantage over tube storage? For instance take a 2010 American Gold Eagle. After 10 years of encapsulation they still look perfect. NGC grades them and prices them so, is American Bullion worth grading and encapsulating? Is it a judgement call?

Any interest in Extraordinary High Relief (EHR) NCLT? Will we see more?

I appreciate Quintus Arrius post. Regarding coinage, I see great potential ahead for creativity, design and unity. For example in 2019-2020, the RCM produced a multifaceted coin with hundreds of polygons. Cut like a diamond, these coins are spectacular in the way they reflect light. Some news is worth repeating. This NCLT was a sell out at the RCM. When creative design couples with technology, it's a win win situation. I didn't know about the Sestercentennial. Thanks for telling us.

The group of modern Chinese rarities contains over $1.5 million USD in gold alone and a numismatic value far higher. Numismatic Guaranty Corporation® (NGC®) has certified the entire mintage of the largest Chinese Panda commemoratives ever produced. Struck for the 2019 Long Beach Expo in California to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Chinese Panda commemoratives (sometimes called “Show Pandas” or “Panda medals”), the five Pandas are five kilograms each in weight. Anybody want one? Maybe I could buy one. Just kidding. I notice these commemoratives are called medals and rarities, not coins. Regardless, they will have great numismatic value. We can't ignore this 35th Anniversary. In 2020 George T Morgan was recognized for his gold pattern proof, minted to explore a version of Morgan's famous design as a $10 Gold Eagle. The gold proof is truly beautiful. This commemorative was approved by the Smithsonian. This too can not be ignored. I love coins but the numismatic mainstream doesn't belong in a box. We can agree to disagree but together we are the numismatic mainstream.

So they're not coins. They still have their gold and silver value. I think engravers such as Augustus Saint-Gaudens and John Mercanti deserve our recognition. Have a good day.

Just Bob, Jon here. I finally found what I was looking for on the internet. The link transferred me to the NGC Census/US Tokens & Medals/Modern Private Issue. When I look at US Tokens & Medals, I see no way to branch to Modern Private Issue. I got there but unless you know the format in advance it's not too obvious what steps a person needs to take to get there to find it. The coins I'm searching for were sold as commemorate medals. They're both gold UHR PF70 and beautiful but are not legal tender. They have for a monetary value "Eagle" and "Double Eagle". I really appreciate you taking time to ask a few questions. Thanks