Bowers and Merena Joins Forces With New Anaheim Coin & Collectibles Expo

Consignments Sought for Official Auction

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(Irvine, CA) -- Advertised as “The Newest and Most Exciting California Coin Show,” the Anaheim Coin & Collectibles Expo is fast becoming one of the most eagerly anticipated numismatic events of the year. The show is scheduled for May 25-27, 2006 at the Anaheim Convention Center, 800 Katella Ave., Hall E, Anaheim, California, 92802.

The show’s organizers have named Bowers and Merena as the Official Auctioneer. “We are thrilled at the opportunity to join forces with one of the newest and most dynamic coin shows in the country,” stated Steve Deeds, president of Bowers and Merena. “Consignors are responding very favorably to this new auction venue, as evidenced by some of the highlights that have already arrived in our Irvine, California headquarters. We will be offering, among other important numismatic rarities, a historically significant 1794 Flowing Hair Half Dime in PCGS MS-64, a top-of-the pop 1864 Seated Half Dollar that PCGS has certified as MS-67, and a seldom-encountered 1855-D Liberty Quarter Eagle that grades AU-55 at NGC.” Continued Deeds: “Our consignment deadline for the Official May 2006 Anaheim Coin Auction is April 14, 2006. I encourage collectors, dealers, and investors to contact Bowers and Merena at toll free (800) 458-4646 as soon as possible to make sure that their numismatic rarities are included in this important new auction venue. Bowers and Merena’s professional numismatists are standing by to help sellers achieve the highest prices realized possible in today’s dynamic and exciting rare coin and currency auction market.”

Additional Highlights

1844-O Seated Half Dime NGC MS-65, Ex: Pittman, Stellar

1814 Capped Bust Dime NGC MS-65, Ex: Pittman

1924-D Standing Liberty Quarter NGC MS-66 FH

1905-S Barber Half Dollar NGC MS-67 *

1795 Draped Bust Silver Dollar PCGS AU-50

1880-O Morgan Silver Dollar NGC MS-65

1875-S/CC Trade Dollar NGC MS-63

1877-CC Trade Dollar PCGS MS-63

For more information about the exciting new Anaheim Coin & Collectibles Expo, visit the show’s website at www.anaheimcoinshow.com. For more information about Bowers and Merena’s Official Auction, or to consign your rare coins and currency, call the firm at toll free (800) 458-4646, or visit the Bowers and Merena website at www.bowersandmerena.com.

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For immediate release March 13, 2006

News media contact: Steve Deeds, (800) 458-4646