8/30 Numismatic Collecting News

		Buchanan's Liberty First Spouse Gold Coin Availability August 30, 2010 at 8:00 PM     Collectors may begin ordering James Buchanan's Liberty First Spouse Gold Coin at noon Eastern Time on September 2, 2010. James Buchanan's Liberty First Spouse Gold Coins The one-half ounce 24-karat gold coin, struck at the United States Mint at West Point, will be available in proof and uncirculated qualities. The Presidential $1 Coin Act of 2005 contains a provision for the continuity of the First Spouse Coin Program in the event that a President served without a spouse.(...) Read the rest of Buchanan's Liberty First Spouse Gold Coin Availability (406 words)
		US Silver Proof Set Launched August 30, 2010 at 7:57 PM     Coin collectors interested in purchasing the latest United States Mint Silver Proof Set may do so directly from the U.S. Mint's website for $56.95, plus $4.95 for shipping and handling. The 14-coin set, which contains 7 clad proofs and 7 silver proofs, went on sale Thursday, August 26, 2010. The 2010 Silver Proof Set includes:(...) Read the rest of US Silver Proof Set Launched (215 words)