Centro Numismático Buenos Aires Continues Seminar Online
In April 2020, the one-year seminar on ancient and medieval numismatics of the Centro Numismático Buenos Aires was scheduled to enter its 12th year of continuous activity. Covid-19 didn’t stop them – the seminar moved to YouTube, where it can be watched for free.
The Royal Mint to Manufacture Safety Visors for the National Health Service
The Royal Mint stepped up to modify their facilities in order to begin the manufacture of needed items – and specifically, safety face protection visors. With 15,000 visors produced a day, their pledge to produce more than 1.9 million items is on its way to fulfilment.
Counterfeiting Battles Continued in May
In times of Corona many fraudulent websites are operational only for a few days. The Anti-Counterfeiting Educational Foundation cooperates with law enforcement agencies in order to protect consumers.
New Head of Sales at H2O GmbH
Mirko Strauss is the new sales manager at H2O GmbH. He has been responsible for all sales activities of the company since February 24, 2020 and replaces the previous manager Jochen Freund.
Happy Birthday, Mr. Bean!
30 years ago, Mr. Bean was broadcasted for the very first time. Today he’s an integral part of popular culture and represents the UK all over the world. CIT created a Mr. Bean coin that is sure to appeal not only to fans of the British artist.
Night at the Museum: Break-in for the Purpose of Sightseeing?
Once again there has been a break-in at a museum. This time, it was the Australian Museum in Sydney. However, it seems that this time, the burglar was not particularly interested in stealing valuable exhibits.
Classical Numismatic Group
CNG’s Electronic Auction 469 features 705 lots and features coins coming from different collections. Also of note is an exceptional offering of Silk Road bracteates, as well as a fascinating selection of Roman Provincial issues.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, in Sparta…
Johann Adolf of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorf and His Portugalesers
Originally, later-born son Johann Adolf was supposed to become Bishop of Bremen and Lübeck, but when his two brothers died, he had to fight for the Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein. Minting portugalesers was part of the diplomatic game. Künker will offer three of these rare portugalesers in their upcoming auction.
Stack’s Bowers and Ponterio, HK-Hong Kong
Although rescheduled and in jeopardy of cancellation due to worldwide efforts to contain the COVID-19 pandemic, Stack’s Bowers and Ponterios Hong Kong Auction was a big success, with $13,207,382 total prices realized.