July 2026 Newsletter
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The July 2026 newsletter celebrates a record-setting Raleigh Money Expo, recognizes members and supporters, and previews upcoming coin collecting programs and events.
Featured Articles
Raleigh Money Expo Breaks Attendance Record
The 52nd Annual Raleigh Money Expo welcomed more than 2,400 attendees, approximately 30% above the previous attendance record. Club president Jeff McCauslin thanked show chairs Tim Giambra and Russ Frank, team leaders, and volunteers for making the event a success. More than 60 dealers had already signed contracts for the following year when the newsletter was published.
Club Challenge Coins Honor Expo Supporters
The club presented Raleigh Coin Club challenge coins to Jim Neely, Cheryl Daniel, and Wayne Herndon. Neely has supported the club through ANACS souvenir certification and the Young Numismatist program; Daniel has designed show postcards and contributed historic club memorabilia; and Herndon supplies display cases and lighting that help make the show possible.
Educational Exhibits Shine at the Money Expo
Nine exhibitors filled 30 display cases with 15 educational exhibits, covering topics ranging from Continental Currency to early World's Fairs. Visitors cast 100 People's Choice ballots. Tim Giambra won first place with Inspiring a Revolution with Money: A Selection of Continental Currency; Paul Horner placed second with First Flights Across the Atlantic; and young numismatist Maxwell Hartley placed third with Cosmere Currencies.
Silver Stackers: Boon or Bane for Medal Collectors?
Bob H examines the growing interest in stacking precious metals and its implications for medal collectors. His full essay is available separately: Read “Silver Stackers” (PDF).
Coin Hawks: 2026 Semiquincentennial Coins
The Young Numismatist program reviews the 2026 U.S. Mint set and the special coin designs celebrating America's 250th anniversary. It also looks back at the two-cent coin and the two-dollar bill.
Club Announcements
- New coin show in High Point: The Triad Coin Club announced a show for August 22, 2026, at the American Legion Post 87 building, 409 West High Avenue, High Point.
- SCNA grading courses: The South Carolina Numismatic Association plans coin and currency grading classes at its October convention. View the course application (PDF).
- Club shirts: Members may register their interest and preferred size. The club expects a subsidized price of approximately $15–$20 per shirt.
- Newsletter editor: The club is seeking a volunteer to take over the newsletter in January 2027.
July Club Meeting
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Young Numismatist program: 6:30 p.m.
General meeting: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Ridge Road Baptist Church, 2011 Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC
Presentation: So-Called Dollars of the U.S. Sesquicentennial — Jeff M
Display case: Centennial Coins — Don F
Refreshments: Scott F
