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1862 U.S. Legal Tender $1 notes. The cost of the Civil War was huge in dollars and lives. To finance the war both North and South turned to paper currency issues. The Union issued $1 and $2 currency notes beginning in 1862. A second issue of 1862-63 added $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100 notes. Unlike the contemporary Confederate issues, the Union notes were printed in smaller numbers with better specie backing. As the war progressed the notes traded at only a percentage of their stated values; but they also traded at a major premium to Confederate notes. Today Union notes are much rarer than most Confederate issues. The $1 note is the most common. Depending on condition these notes usually sell for between $100 and $1000.
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One big category of coin damage we see is from staple scratches. Much of this damage comes from staples that are not completely clinched. Normal staplers leave a curl of the staple rising above the surface. This piece of staple can easily scratch adjacent coins as the coin shifts in a box or is removed or inserted from the box. Flat clinch staplers fully compress the staple into the surface of the holder leaving nothing behind to damage other coins. We like the Max HD-50DF because it is full size and uses regular staples. Max also makes half strip and palm size versions for collectors that prefer a smaller stapler. All three staplers completely clinch the staple as part of the stapling proces
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A banknote collection makes a powerful conversation piece which rarely fails to arouse interest and admiration. Even an inexpensive collection makes a fabulous display of some of exquisite pieces of printing and graphic design. An exceptional amount of work and skill goes into the design of banknotes by artists and engravers of outstanding skill and talent. The design and manufacturing process is a field of study in itself - but many of the methods used are shrouded in secrecy to make forgery difficult. Nevertheless, forgeries do occur and these are often worth more than the genuine article to collectors!
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The Gold Canadian Maple Leaf gold bullion coin has set the standard for gold bullion purity. Investors acquire this tangible asset for protection and have seen it rise over 180% in 5 years. One of the most popular ways to buy gold bullion is to buy Gold Maple Leaf coins. These gold bullion coins are produced by the Royal Canadian Mint. The gold Maple Leaf coin is guaranteed by the Government of Canada for its purity and weight. This results in a gold bullion coin that is extremely liquid, easily bought and sold anywhere in the world. Gold Maple Leaf coins are assets you can not only own but also admire and touch. When you hold a Gold Maple Leaf coin, you're holding one of the oldest forms of physical true wealth.
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A final area of coin investing to consider are the bullion coins, especially coins that are traded at close to spot price (as opposed to Proof Silver Eagles and other premium U.S. Mint offerings.) With the growth of China and India and the likelihood that they will become "superpowers" within the next generation, all precious metals are expected to rise over the long term. Copper, in particular, is expected to boom compared to current prices.
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Gold and Silver Bald Eagle Coins Popular with Collectors

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:15:41 +0000

The U.S. Mint's 2008 American Bald Eagle coins are proving to be popular with coin collectors. Especially the $5 gold and $1 silver versions, with nearly 70% of their max mintage already sold.

All three legal tender coins (gold, silver & clad) celebrate the successful recovery and restoration of the Bald Eagle to America's skies and the upcoming 35th Anniversary of the Endangered Species Act on December 28.

The popularity of the coins couldn't make the American Eagle Foundation (AEF) happier since the not-for-profit organization receives a portion of each coin sale — $35 per gold piece, $10 per silver coin, and $3 for each clad.

AEF is dedicated to protecting the majestic Bald Eagle, the USA's National Symbol, and its habitat by supporting and conducting eagle and environmental recovery and education programs.

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