Third Time Lucky? The Curious Case of the Elusive 50 Pence Brexit Coin
For years Brexit has been a dominating subject in European politics – and a recurring one in numismatics. Coin collectors may have eagerly awaited the much anticipated commemorative Brexit coin, but – fitting the subject – there was a setback as Michael Alexander explains.
EVA Celebrates 25 Years
The European Vending Association celebrated its 25th anniversary. Representing the European vending, EVA has become an important reference for all mints who develop new circulation coins: After all, coins are expected to work smoothly with vending machines.
Greece’s Numismatic Programme 2020
Greece has announce the numismatic programme of 2020: collector coins will feature the Persian Wars and battles of ancient Greece, 2 euro commemorative circulation coins will be dedicated to the Battle of Thermopylae and the Acquisition of Thrace.
New Italian Silver Coin Is Dedicated to the Duomo of Milan
The Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato has issued a 10€ silver proof coin belonging to the series “Italy of Arts – Milan Cathedral”. It is dedicated to the world renowned gothic Cathedral, symbol of the city of Milan.
Chaponnière & Firmenich SA, CH-Geneva
In their next sale Chaponnière & Firmenich offer gold coins from ancient to modern times, with selected medals, banknotes and orders. Collectors will find an interesting selection of Swiss coins with a MS 66 graded 100 Francs 1925, the highest grade for this one year type.
Numismatica Genevensis Presents Highlights in Films
Once more a Numismatica Genevensis auction contains coins that could please a king. All objects are extremely beautiful – check for yourself and watch these films with a selection of the highlights.
Alert News: Residential Burglary
On 2 November 2019, coins were stolen during a residential burglary in Colorado Springs, CO. The victim was Kenneth Bressett, renowned US numismatist who was senior editor of the Red Book for many years. Find here a summary of the stolen objects.
Nomos, CH-Zurich
One highlight of the sale is a selection of coins from the Trausnitz Collection. In this preview, Alan Walker focuses on some ancient coins with particularly intriguing subjects and background stories.
Numismatica Genevensis SA, CH-Geneva
Numismatica Genevensis SA presents its new auction: And once more it contains coins that could please a king. All objects are extremely beautiful – whether they have an estimate of 1.5 million CHF or 200 CHF.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, in the museum ...