National Coin Week 2021
One hundred years ago, the U.S. Mint reintroduced the Morgan dollar after a 16-year absence. Later that year, production began on a new silver coin, the Peace dollar. And 50 years ago, minting of the Eisenhower dollar commenced.
Milestone anniversaries for these three large and iconic coins inspires the theme of 2021 National Coin Week, Money, BIG & BOLD. The 98th annual event focuses on strong initiative in numismatics, and bold leadership and ideas depicted on coins and paper money.
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Articles from The Numismatist
Money, BIG & BOLD!
This year's National Coin Week theme, "Money, Big & Bold," is inspired by the major anniversaries of three U.S. dollar coins.
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Peace Dollars: Icons of Post-World War I
The ANA spearheaded a $1 coin to commemorate the termination of the "war to end all wars."
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There's Something About Morgans
What is the most prominent American coin series? There’s no way to say for sure, but the Morgan dollar is definitely in the conversation.
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A Year to Celebrate
In 2021 notable numismatic anniversaries are the norm.
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The March of the Silver Dollar
Popular and diverse, United States dollar coinage has earned an honored place in the annals of numismatic history.
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A Presidential Proclamation
For the first time in ANA history, National Coin Week received a Presidential Proclamation, designating the week beginning April 21, 1974, for this observance.
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A Year to Celebrate
50 years ago, English and Irish currency changed forever.
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North American Numismatics
Today, the era of big silver coins in circulation is long gone, but they are still around in different forms.
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Morgan Dollar Resources
ANA eLearning Academy Recorded Webinar
This recorded course will provide a professional overview of collecting and investing in Morgan silver dollars.
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Morgan Dollar Grading Set
View the ANA's online Morgan Dollar grading set.
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The Collector's Choice: Morgan Dollars
Explore the immersive virtual exhibit from the Money Museum.
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A Centennial Retrospective
The 1921 Morgan dollars have hit a significant milestone. Learn more in this recent article from The Numismatist.
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National Silver Dollar Round Table
Promoting U.S, silver dollars through educational programs and activities.
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VAMWorld
A site devoted to Morgan and Peace Dollar die varieties.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library
Learn more about one of the most influential and effective leaders in history.
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The History of National Coin Week
The history of National Coin Week began in 1923, when American Numismatic Association Governor Julius Guttag suggested to the association's President, Moritz Wormser, that a week-long event should be established “to attract the general public to our hobby and consequently increase our membership, and aid in our science.” That December, the first announcement of a “Coin Week” was made in The Numismatist and scheduled for the week of February 9-16, 1924.
The first National Coin Week was a success, and discussion ensued in 1924 about establishing an annual event. The following year, the name was changed to “Old Coin Week,” and the event was planned for February 15-21. In 1925 Wormser said, “Let us all work together for the accomplishments of the principles for which the American Numismatic Association was founded: To disperse numismatic knowledge . . . to demonstrate that numismatics is an educational and entertaining pursuit . . . and to imbue other collectors with your own enthusiasm and love for the subject.”
Coin Week enjoyed successful observances in 1926 and 1927 under President H.H. Yawger. But, from 1928 to 1938, the association did not actively promote the event, and it existed in name only. In 1939 member Lee Hewitt of Chicago proposed that the American Numismatic Association reinstate Coin Week as “National Coin Week.” President J. Henri Ripstra confirmed a new March date and announced that prizes would be given to clubs and individuals who accomplished the most during the week. In 1942 the observance was moved to the third full week of April, where it has remained ever since.
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