CRITERION JOURNAL
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Criterion Research Tools
Explore silver, gold, platinum, and palladium melt estimates, customize shop rates, and print or save a list with exact metal reference and print times.
September 17, 2026
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New Issues
The W-mint ALWAYS REMEMBER issue is entering circulation, while the P-mint NEVER FORGET issue was offered directly in rolls and bags.
September 15th, 2026
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Numismatic History
On Labor Day, Criterion reflects on the people whose work built communities, industries, and the numismatic world, and makes the case for a future U.S. Labor Day commemorative coin.
September 7, 2026
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New Issues
Only 250,000 special July 4th examples were struck, and they’re being randomly scattered among U.S. Mint rolls and bags. For collectors, the hunt may prove more interesting than the politics.
September 4, 2026
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