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At LCR Coin, we specialize in certified rare coins, modern collectibles, Pre-1933 gold, and precious metals backed by over 35 years of industry experience. Whether you are building a collection, investing in gold and silver, or searching for sought-after modern releases, we focus on offering quality products backed by respected grading services and professional customer support.

We specialize in certified coins from leading grading companies including NGC, PCGS, and CAC, along with premium U.S. Mint releases, low-mintage issues, and advanced designation coins. Every order is handled with care, secure packaging, and a commitment to transparency from purchase to delivery.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Orders $349 and over ship FREE with full insurance within the United States.
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Pre-order pricing is locked in and charged in full at the time of purchase. As precious metals prices and U.S. Mint issue prices change, future inventory is often higher. Your pre-order secures both your price and your allocation.

You may cancel your pre-order at any time prior to fulfillment for a full refund. However, if you choose to place a new order later, it will be subject to current market pricing and availability.

Estimated delivery dates are provided on each product page and are subject to change based on U.S. Mint, grading service, or supplier release schedules.

Are your coins certified by PCGS, NGC, and CAC?

Yes. LCR Coin proudly offers a wide selection of coins certified and graded by the industry’s leading third-party grading companies, including PCGS, NGC, and CAC.

Why buy from LCR Coin?

LCR Coin has been a trusted rare coin and precious metals dealer for over 30 years, offering certified rare coins, modern releases, and gold & silver bullion from the industry’s leading grading services.

As an Authorized Dealer for PCGS, NGC, and CAC, we are committed to providing collectors and investors with high-quality certified coins, competitive pricing, secure shipping, and exceptional customer service.

Estimated delivery dates are provided on the product page and are subject to change based on U.S. Mint or supplier release schedules. 

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About U.S. Gold Commemorative Coins

Modern U.S. gold commemorative coins celebrate American history, historic coin designs, national anniversaries, and important achievements. Issued by the United States Mint, these collector coins offer distinctive artwork, limited production periods, and a variety of gold compositions and finishes.

This collection includes modern gold commemoratives, anniversary gold coins, and special U.S. Mint releases, including the American Liberty High Relief Gold Coin series, the 2016 Centennial Gold Coins, and the 2026 Best of the Mint Gold Coins honoring America's 250th anniversary.

Modern U.S. Gold Commemorative Coins

The modern U.S. commemorative coin program began in 1982, with gold commemoratives returning in 1984. Since then, the U.S. Mint has issued gold coins honoring historic events, national institutions, military service, and important anniversaries.

Among the more unusual releases is the 2000-W Library of Congress Bimetallic Commemorative Coin, featuring a platinum center surrounded by a gold outer ring. Issued for the Library of Congress Bicentennial, this coin represents a distinctive achievement in modern U.S. Mint production.

Classic American Coin Designs Recreated in Gold

Several modern U.S. Mint programs have brought celebrated American coin designs back to life through special gold releases.

In 2016, the Mint introduced three 24-karat Centennial Gold Coins honoring the 100th anniversaries of the Mercury Dime, Standing Liberty Quarter, and Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Featuring the original designs by Adolph A. Weinman and Hermon A. MacNeil, these coins recreated three iconic 1916 issues in gold.

The 2024 Flowing Hair High Relief Gold Coin commemorated the 230th anniversary of the first United States silver dollar, issued in 1794. Struck in one troy ounce of .9999 fine gold, the coin recreated Robert Scot's historic Flowing Hair design, connecting modern collectors with the earliest years of American federal coinage.

Another notable release is the 2009 Ultra High Relief Double Eagle Gold Coin, which revived Augustus Saint-Gaudens' celebrated 1907 design in one ounce of 24-karat gold. Its high-relief artistry represents an important milestone in the modern revival of classic American gold coin designs.

2026 Best of the Mint Gold Coins

Celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence, the United States Mint introduced the 2026 Best of the Mint series, recreating five historic American coin designs in 24-karat gold.

The series includes the 1916 Mercury Dime, 1916 Standing Liberty Quarter, 1916 Walking Liberty Half Dollar, 1804 Draped Bust Dollar, and 1907 Saint-Gaudens High Relief Double Eagle.

Each gold coin features a special Liberty Bell privy mark with the numeral 250 and was issued with a companion silver medal featuring a contemporary interpretation of the original design.

For collectors, the 2026 releases offer a connection to both the original historic coins and earlier modern tributes, particularly the 2016 Centennial Gold Coins and the 2009 Ultra High Relief Double Eagle.

American Liberty High Relief Gold Coins

Introduced in 2015, the American Liberty High Relief Gold Coin series showcases contemporary interpretations of Liberty through changing designs and advanced minting techniques.

Struck in one troy ounce of .9999 fine, 24-karat gold, the series has featured distinctive artistic themes, including the inaugural 2015 Liberty design, the 2017 anniversary release, the 2021 American Mustang (Bucking Bronco), the 2023 bristlecone pine, and the 2025 sunflower and bee design.

Unlike traditional commemorative coins, American Liberty High Relief releases form a separate U.S. Mint collector program, offering modern interpretations of American symbolism and artistic expression.

Certified U.S. Gold Commemorative Coins

Modern U.S. gold commemoratives, anniversary gold coins, and American Liberty releases certified by PCGS, NGC, and CAC offer collectors independent authentication and professional grading. Available examples may include Proof coins graded PF70 or PR70 and Uncirculated or special-strike issues graded MS70 or SP70, depending on the coin and grading service.

Collectors may also consider individual mintages, historic designs, release designations, certification labels, special finishes, and population reports when selecting coins for their collections.