Money and Calgary: The City’s History of Numismatics
The exhibition “Money and Calgary” shines a light on the fascinating numismatic history of Calgary, showcasing it’s renowned Numismatic Collection until July 20, 2019.
Upcoming Hong Kong Coin Show in August
The biannual Hong Kong Coin Show is taking place for the 7th time in August and will feature not only buying and selling, but also seminars, workshops, exhibitions, and a guided tour. Visitors and exhibitors are invited to register for an early bird fee of HKD300.
David W. Lange on the Enduring Appeal of the Lincoln Cent
Whitman has published the third edition of Q. David Bower’s “Guide Book of Lincoln Cents”. David W. Lange explains his fascination with the Lincoln cent, and why this book is “a must-have for any numismatic library”.
Verify CAG-certified Collectibles at the CAG Website
Collectors can now visit the website of Collectibles Authentication Guaranty™ to look up CAG-certified artifacts by their certification numbers. If a potential problem with a CAG-certified artifact becomes known, the search result will include an alert.
China invites submissions for collector coin designs
Everybody knows the importance of The People’s Bank of China Chinese Lunar Gold and Silver Commemorative Coins. Now, institutions and artists worldwide are invited to submit designs for the coins for the years 2021 to 2032. Submission date is August 13, 2019.
“Equality” in circulation
The Royal Canadian Mint has launched a one-dollar circulation coin commemorating 50 years of progress in recognizing the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, two-spirited Canadians
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, in Britain ...
Career goal: Saint – Bernward of Hildesheim
There are only a few bishops of the Middle Ages who minted coins whom we know as much about as Bernward of Hildesheim. There is a reason for this. The churchman, from one of Saxony’s best families, intended to be worshipped as a saint after his death.
The ILLICID final report has been published
Since April 2019, the final report of the ILLICID project has been hidden on a website. No surprise that it’s hidden. The result of the four-year study which cost €1.2 million in tax money can be summarized in a nine-page report. The IADAA has taken a closer look.
Savoca Coins (London)
The London office of auction house Savoca Coins has published 269 lots in its 1st Silver Auction and offers material for collectors interested in rare coins focusing on the ancient world.