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Nellie Tayloe Ross announces strong coinage production for the year 1939. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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Mint Director Nellie Tayloe Ross convenes a conference of metallurgists to discuss melting, refining, and other issues related to coinage. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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The Assay Commissioners for 1939 are named, along with the rationale for the Comission. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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Frank J. Wilson, U.S. Secret Service, notes that circulation of counterfeit notes will be higher during the holdiay season. Basic procedures for identifying counterfeits are outlined. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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Mint Director Nellie Tayloe Ross notes production of the Jefferson nickel will commence at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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The 1938 Assay Commission proceedings are announced. Includes list of Assay Commissioners. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Press release announces $1,000 prize for the new five-cent coin, to be known as the "Jefferson nickel." Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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The 1937 Assay Commissioners are named. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Mint Director Nellie Tayloe Ross announces record production for 1936. Monthly production figures are broken out for U.S. and foreign coinage produced by the U.S. Mints. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Secretary Morgenthau announces resumption of proof coinage production. Issue price for the five-coin set will be face value plus 8c postage, plus 90c coining charges (total $1.89). No silver dollar proofs are planned. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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Assay Commissioners for 1936, 11 total, are named. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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Director Nellie Tayloe Ross summarizes 1935 coinage production, and notes increase in output. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Treasury amends provisional regulations raised in response to the 1934 Gold Reserve Act. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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Treasury explores whether it should produce 1 and 5 mill coins (one-tenth and one-half cent pieces) in response to state sales taxes. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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President reduces seigniorage on silver from 50 to 45 per cent. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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The Mint Director clarifies that the Mint will not purchase old coins at greater than face value. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Mint strikes most coins since 1919. Includes breakdown by denomination and notes coins struck for six other countries. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Detail of coin production in November 1934, including pieces struck for Nicaragua and Colombia. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Regulations prescribed under authority of the Gold Recall Act and related Executive Order. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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The Philadelphia Mint has begun production of the Daniel Boone commemorative half dollars. Costs are borne by the Daniel Boone Bicentennial Commission. Treasury will not fulfill orders for coins; they must be ordered from the Bicentennial Commission. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Press release announcing the Texas Centennial commemorative half dollar. The dies and other preparations have been paid for by the Centennial Committee. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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Demand for small change causes record production in September 1934. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Strong demand for subsidiary coin causes Philadelphia Mint to go to three shifts. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Assay Commissioners for 1934 are named. Extracts from the 1801 Assay Commission report are included. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Summary of the Gold Reserve Act approved January 30, 1934. Section 20 excepts coin collectors. Export of gold coin requires a license from the Director of the Mint. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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The public is apparently concerned that holding gold is illegal and has forwarded pieces to Treasury without identifying themselves. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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No silver dollars have been yet produced under the Executive Order authorizing the same. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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United States Mints and Assay Offices will receive gold coin and certificates at their face value, and purchase bullion at a rate of $20.67 per ounce. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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The Treasury will purchase newly mined gold at $34.45 per ounce. This acknowledged the devaluation of the paper dollar, which previously traded with gold at a rate of $20.67 per ounce. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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The Secretary of the Treasury clarifies conditions under which gold coin collectors may accumulate gold coins. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Clarifcations to the gold coin collector's exception, as prescribed in Executive Order No. 6260. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics
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Secretary Morgenthau clarifies the exception for collector coins in the Executive Order requiring surrender of gold. Previously all quarter eagles were excepted. Now, up to four quarter eagles "of the same date and design, and struck by the same mint" are allowed. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library),...
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Regulations related to coinage of silver mined in the United States. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Acting Secretary Morgenthau orders the surrender of gold to the Treasury. Collector coins are excepted, with the exception of quarter eagles. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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The Treasury Secretary enacts the President's order for citizens to surrender gold coin, gold bullion, and gold certificates. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Presidential proclamation authorizing the Mint to resume production of silver dollars. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Summary of gold regulations as put forth in the March 9, 1933 Act and the October 25, 1933 Executive Order. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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The Treasury Secretary accepts a token of gratitude (coin bracelet) from a World War I German soldier. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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The Acting Secretary Ballantine notes that John Flanagan has won the design competition for the 1932 Washington quarter. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Apr 15, 2022
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The Mint Director notes 12-hour shifts required to meet the demand for small change. A one-day production record was set on December 12, 1929. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Summary of silver purchases made under the Pittman Act. Notes the domestic silver producers profited under the program. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Treasury wishes to build up reserves of small denomination currency and to encourage circulation of the silver dollar coin. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Treasury Deparment notes intention to restore circulation of silver dollars in the U.S. The Treasury include silver dollars in the pay envelopes of Department employees. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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S. P. Gilber, Acting Secretary of the Treasury, encourage the use of gold certificates in place of physical gold. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Secretary of the Treasury announces he has approved that the Mint Cabinet contents be transferred to the National Museum (Smithsonian) in Washington. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Statement by Secretary Mellon noting the ongoing conversion of Pittman Act silver into silver dollars. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Statement by the Director of the Mint announcing coining of the new (Peace) silver dollars. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Statement of Secretary Mellon noting that the Treasury will coin silver dollars with bullion purchased under the Pittman Act. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Letter to banks, trust companies, and others concerned, discouraging the circulation of gold coin. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
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Description of documentation required to be submitted to the Mint Director in conjunction with silver purchases made under the Pittman Act. Extracted from the series "Press Releases of the United States Department of Treasury" at FRASER (online Federal Reserve library), https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/press-releases-united-states-department-treasury-6111.
Topic: Numismatics