1860 BEEHIVE HALF EAGLE NGC AU 55

CLASSIC MORMON GOLD COIN

This coin is one of the great classics of Territorial gold.The first name given to the organized Mormon Territory was the “State of Deseret”, the last word meaning“honeybee”. The beehive was favorite symbol of the followers of Joseph Smith and Brigham Young. Brigham Young was the instigator of the coinage system and personally supervised the mint which was located in Salt Lake City. This is a well struck example with generous luster for the grade. A rare opportunity to purchase a coin that is seldom offered. Price $85,000

Jeff Garrett VP of the ANA

Jeff Garrett elected Vice President of ANA 

Jeff Garrett was installed as Vice President of the American Numismatic Association during the awards banquet during this year's World's fair of Money. Garrett was unopposed for the seat, and looks forward to working with the incumbents and newly installed governors. 

Jeff Garrett purchases legendary 1913 Liberty Head nickel

Jeff and his partner Larry Lee purchased the 1913 Liberty Head nickel for $3,172, 500 million dollars in Chicago on April 25th 2013. 

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How to Determine Coin Values as a Dealer

Jeff discusses how coin dealers determine coin values, and how eye appeal and technical merit factor into the coin's price.

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The Duke's Creek Collection of
Dahlonega Half Eagles

A rare opportunity to purchase a prestigious collection. Certified by NGC, every coin in the set is the finest known or nearly so. 

The Smithsonian:

Working with the Smithsonian

Smithsonian visitors can view this country’s finest rare coins on display — thanks in large part to Jeff Garrett, Mid-American’s founder and president. Jeff serves as a consultant and fundraiser to the museum.