Stack’s Bowers Galleries to Auction Paul McCartney Coins on Behalf of The Royal Mint
Stacks Bowers Galleries is honored to once again partner with The Royal Mint of the United Kingdom for an auction sale of exciting British numismatics. Presented in a special auction on March 19, 2025, will be a bespoke set of Presentation Edition gold and silver coins honoring Paul McCartney, one of the most acclaimed icons of music and pop culture. Struck in 5 kilogram formats, these magnificent treasures deliver an incredible visual appeal that is matched only by their rarity. Just one gold and four silver pieces are available for collectors, and they will be presented exclusively through this Stacks Bowers Galleries auction.
Strong Demand for Rare U.S. Coins Leads to Record Prices as Stack’s Bowers Galleries’ February 2025 Showcase Auction Realizes Nearly $6.5 Million
Stacks Bowers Galleries conducted the firms first United States Showcase Auction of the 2025 season, an event that featured a small, but powerful selection of rarities consigned from a Texas Gentleman and other important collectors. The star of the first session was the finest known 1849 Pacific Company $5 gold piece, one of just four known, and one of two in private hands. This incredible coin shattered its previous record by nearly $500,000 when it sold for $1,260,000. A Gem 1904 double eagle, NGC Proof-66+ Cameo and approved by CMQ brought $360,000, doubling the previous record for any 1904 double eagle in Proof. (All prices include the buyers fee.)
Stack’s Bowers Galleries Announces 2025 Professional Numismatist Program
Throughout their 90+ year history in numismatics, Stacks Bowers Galleries has had an unparalleled team of experts at the core of their business. Their current list of professionals is world renown in all areas of numismatics and among the best in the field. To continue this legacy, Stacks Bowers Galleries is pleased to announce the 2025 session of their Professional Numismatist Program scheduled from July 20-25. The programs mission statement: To provide practical tools and build professional connections for the next generation of young adult numismatists. The lead instructor will be Devin Hipp, joined by industry leaders Greg Roberts, Jason Carter, John Kraljevich, John Pack, Kyle Ponterio, Peter Treglia, Aris Maragoudakis, and Dennis Hengeveld to name just a few. Covered topics will include advanced coin grading, wholesale trading and valuation, bullion trading, introduction to world numismatics, United States and world paper money, and an in-depth look at the entire auction process.
