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Newsletter | June 2025
General Information
May Coin Club Meeting Highlights
The May meeting of our coin club was a vibrant gathering, with 17 attendees and one first-time visitor. President Ken Young kicked things off, welcoming everyone, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Tim Eck. Door prizes, including coins, a booklet, and a set of hot sauces, added some fun to the evening!
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Welcome to Our Newest Member
We’re thrilled to announce Shelaine Hawkins as our newest member, unanimously voted in during the meeting. Welcome, Shelaine!
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Club T-Shirts Available
Tom Clark brought stylish club T-shirts for purchase at just $10 each, with the club covering the remaining cost. Sizes S, M, L, and 2XL are available, but XL is sold out. Grab yours at the next meeting!
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Auction Process Update
To streamline our auction, we’re now using poker chips to mark items for bidding. Place one chip next to any lot you’re interested in—no need for additional chips if one’s already there. This helps us focus the auction on items members want!
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Upcoming Field Trip
We’re planning a summer field trip to the Atlanta Federal Reserve Museum. Admission is free, but note:
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- Parking is not nearby.
- A government-issued ID is required.
- No food, drinks, cameras, or cellphones are allowed.
Contact Ken Young to sign up, and we’ll coordinate the best date(s) based on interest.
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Club Dues and Finances
A big thank you to nearly all members for paying 2025 dues ($15 for individuals, $25 for a vendor table). Our financial report:
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- 50/50 raffle: $22 raised.
- Auction fees and T-shirt sales: $35.
- Total income: $57.
- Expenses: $36 (website hosting) + $90 (facility rental).
- Current balance: $2027.The Bogart Ag Center rent is paid through September 2025 ($30/month). If you’d like to contribute to future months, see Ken.
Presentation Highlight
Ken Young delivered an engaging talk on the Stone Mountain commemorative half dollar, marking its 100th anniversary. He covered its history and tips for spotting counterfeits. Thank you, Ken!
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Coin Trivia Challenge
We’re still awaiting updates on the Coin Trivia Challenge submitted by Ken on behalf of the club. Stay tuned for news!
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National Money Show and ANA Membership
Mark your calendars for the National Money Show in Savannah, Georgia, February 26-28, 2026! Volunteers are needed, and those volunteers from the Atlanta show can wear their lucky “peach-color” shirts again. The club received a heartfelt thank you letter from the American Numismatic Association for our contributions—great job, volunteers! Interested in joining the ANA? New members can get $10 off—see Richard Jozefiak for details.
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Volunteer for 2025
A sign-up sheet for refreshments and presentations in 2025 was circulated. We’re set through July, but need presentations for August and September (refreshments are covered). Please consider sharing a talk or bringing snacks/drinks. Thanks to Tom Clark for providing sandwiches, snacks, and drinks this month!
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We look forward to seeing you at the June meeting for more numismatic fun and camaraderie!
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Harrison Bluhm Shines with Second Place in ANA’s Young Numismatist Literary Award
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Our club member Harrison Bluhm won second place in the American Numismatic Association’s Bill Fivaz Young Numismatist Literary Award for his article “Understanding Office of Price Administration Red Points and Blue Points.” The award, part of the ANA’s Young Numismatist Literary Awards sponsored by Whitman Brands, recognizes young writers for original numismatic articles. Harrison’s 450–900-word essay demonstrated creativity and basic numismatic knowledge, earning him a certificate and a $200 book voucher for Whitman Brands’ references. Harrison’s achievement inspires our young collectors to explore numismatic writing!
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