Coins and Replica Swords Stolen
In broad daylight and during regular opening hours, unidentified thieves smashed three display cases at the “Museum für Ur- und Frühgeschichte” at Willibaldsburg Castle in Bavaria last Sunday. They stole numerous Roman coins and other exhibition items.
From the Bible to Banknotes
What started out as simple manual work is today a high-tech industry manufacturing scores of products. The new exhibition “From the bible to banknotes. In print since 1519” at the National Museum Zurich gives an overview of the history of printing in Switzerland.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, in Gaius Verres’s lodge ...
Record Update – The World’s Most Expensive Russian Bond
Our readers are the true experts! Several of them knew of a Russian bond that sold for a higher price than the first submission. The most expensive one of them changed hands for 20,035 euros.
50 Years of the Royal Mint in Wales
Nobody would consider the Royal Mint headquarters in Llantrisant centrally located. But, as we learn from Chris Barker’s book, the move to Wales from London 50 years ago made sense. Ursula Kampmann has taken a look at the anniversary publication.
ANS Releases ‘Ptolemaic Coins Online’
To further expand the coverage of typologies and material available through their Hellenistic Royal Coinages project, the ANS has now announced the release of a new research tool. “Ptolemaic Coins Online” serves as a digitally searchable catalog of Ptolemaic coinage.
New Vice President of Currency at Heritage Auctions
Numismatic expert Dustin Johnston has been promoted to Vice President of Currency at Heritage Auctions. Johnston has gained a renowned and respected reputation within the currency collecting community over the past 20 years.
Financial Analphabetism? An Evaluation
Personal debt is a growing problem in numerous countries, which is more than reason enough to teach younger generations how to responsibly handle money. A study conducted by the University of Vienna tells us that there is plenty of room for improvement in that regard.
German Security Technology Lauded in Asia
Giesecke+Devrient are celebrating. The 1000 Baht banknote and the Hong Kong banknote series, both of which have been outfitted with their security technology, were named the best in their categories at a conference in Vietnam.
New “The Tower of London” Collection
The Royal Mint has announced that the story of London’s famous site, the Tower of London, will be brought to life on coins. Built almost 1,000 years ago, the commemorative coins will mark its ceremonies and legends that have endured to the present day.