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Newsletter | April 2026
General Information
The March meeting of our coin club, held on March 3, 2026, was a lively and productive gathering that blended numismatic enthusiasm with seasonal fun.
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President Ken Young called the meeting to order and extended a warm welcome to all in attendance. We were pleased to have 17 members and guests present, including one first-time visitor. The group began with the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Don Hawkins.
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The evening featured an assortment of coin-themed and St. Patrick's Day-themed door prizes, adding a festive touch to the proceedings.
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A highlight of the meeting was the unanimous vote to welcome two new members: Ed Christy and Warren Liem. We are thrilled to have them join our growing community—welcome aboard!
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Club T-shirts remain available for purchase at just $10 each (with the club covering the balance). These shirts are a hit and look fantastic! Sizes in stock include S, M, L, and 2XL (no more XL available).
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Annual dues are now being collected: $15 for individual members and $25 for those interested in a dedicated vendor table rental to sell coins at meetings. Your support helps keep the club strong—thank you!
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To boost recruitment, we've launched an exciting new rewards program: For every paid and approved new member you sponsor, you'll receive $5 off your 2027 membership dues (limit of 3 credits per member per year). Walk-ins do not qualify, and you have until our October 6, 2026 meeting to participate. Let's keep growing!
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Looking ahead, mark your calendars for the club field trip to the Atlanta Federal Reserve on Monday, July 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM. We need a minimum of 10 participants to proceed; if numbers are short, Ken will coordinate with the Rockdale Coin Club for possible joint attendance.
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The Gerogia Numismatic Association Coin Show is coming up April 17–19, 2026, at the Dalton Convention Center. Bruce or Ken have GNA raffle tickets available for $1 each, with a grand prize of a U.S. gold coin plus other great prizes—don't miss out!
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A quick recap: Several members attended the National Money Show in Savannah, Georgia (February 26–28, 2026), reporting strong attendance and plenty of exciting displays.
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Lou distributed the previous meeting's minutes, which were approved without changes.
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The educational portion of the evening featured an outstanding presentation by Copper Callahan on coins depicting insects, showcasing fascinating examples from around the world.
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Copper was also congratulated by the club for successfully completing his Eagle Scout project at Sandy Creek Nature Center, where he built “bug boxes” to protect and house insects. Congratulations, Copper—well done!
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Thanks to Ashley Callahan for the delicious food, Phil Martinez for drinks, and Dennis White for the cookies. The refreshments were top-notch!
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We encourage everyone to consider volunteering for a future presentation, or to bring food or drinks—your contributions make our meetings special.
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Our next meeting promises more great numismatics, camaraderie, and opportunities to learn and share. See you there!
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Mega Red X Returns – Bigger & Better
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The legendary Mega Red catalog has made a triumphant return, with Whitman Brands announcing the release of the tenth edition of Mega Red: A Guide Book of United States Coins, Deluxe Edition—described as bolder, more powerful, and more comprehensive than ever before.
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Titled Mega Red X, this supersized companion to the iconic Official Red Book serves as the ultimate reference for U.S. coin collectors, dealers, and researchers. The new edition features more than 18,000 listings of coins, tokens, medals, sets, and related collectibles, along with over 100,000 market values drawn from up to 13 collectible grades, powered by Greysheet data, plus more than 1,100 auction records. It includes thousands of full-color images, CPG retail pricing, and seamless integration with Greysheet Identification (GSID) numbers.
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A standout highlight is the in-depth special feature on more than 130 years of $5 Half Eagle gold coins (1795–1929), offering expanded study and fresh insights into this classic series. The book also incorporates updated U.S. Mint information, the latest numismatic discoveries, and enhanced coverage of patterns, significant varieties, misstrikes, and error coins.
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Additional new elements include featured chapters and essays by prominent experts such as Jeff Garrett (including a “2026 Market Report”), Beth Deisher (on “Chinese Counterfeits”), and Paul Gilkes; cross-references to major variety attribution systems (such as Cohen, Sheldon, Newcomb, Logan & McCloskey, Overton, VAM, and Fivaz-Stanton); special essays on David W. Rittenhouse and upcoming U.S. Semiquincentennial coinage; and more.
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Building on the foundational legacy of R.S. Yeoman, Q. David Bowers, and Kenneth Bressett, the tenth edition is edited by John Feigenbaum and Jeff Garrett, with contributions from more than 90 leading numismatic experts.
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“Whether you’re building a collection, researching a rarity, or pricing for today’s market, Mega Red X is one of the most important catalogs ever published on United States coins,” said John Feigenbaum, President and CEO of Whitman Brands. “This tenth edition reflects the collaboration of dozens of contributors and the most current data available anywhere in print.”
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Jeff Garrett added, “This tenth edition represents a true team effort and a major step forward for advanced collectors. We’ve expanded the depth of pricing, strengthened our research, and added important specialty coverage—especially in areas like Half Eagles, varieties, and modern issues. Mega Red X is designed not just to inform, but to help collectors make smarter decisions in today’s marketplace.”
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Spanning over 1,000 pages in a streamlined, collector-friendly design, the book covers the full spectrum of American coinage—from colonial issues to the latest Mint releases.
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The tenth edition is published by Whitman, the trusted name in numismatic literature. It is available in softcover ($69.95) and a limited-edition numbered leatherette hardcover ($99.95). The book can be purchased at Whitman.com, Whitman’s eBay store, Amazon, Walmart.com, bookstores, hobby shops, and other retailers nationwide.
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A limited quantity of the 500 numbered hardcover editions will be available for author signatures at the Whitman Expos™ Spring Baltimore Expo on March 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET, offering collectors a special opportunity to obtain a personalized copy.
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For more details and to order, click here.
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This major release underscores Whitman Brands’ ongoing commitment to providing top-tier resources for the numismatic community as the hobby continues to evolve. Coin club members are encouraged to add this essential reference to their libraries.
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