Silver Coin Honoring Thomas Jefferson
Pobjoy has designed a new ultra high relief coin on behalf of the British Virgin Islands. It features the famous statue of Thomas Jefferson in the Washington Memorial. Jefferson was an American Founding Father and played a decisive role in the formation of the new nation.
How the Czech Tolar Became the Dollar
Petr Vorel takes us on a journey of monetary history: from the birth of the taler and its rise in the 16th century to its global victory as the dollar in the 20th century. Ursula Kampmann has taken a look at the pivotal work.
A Homage to West Africa at The Block Museum
The Block Museum of Art at Northwestern University (Illinois) invites visitors to travel to a time when West African gold fueled expansive trade and drove the movement of people, culture and beliefs. The exhibition also features beautiful coins on loan from the ANS.
The World’s Most Expensive British Coin
This week, the CoinsWeekly Coin Records take us back to the early days of the 18th century and to European countries at war over the Spanish succession. In this context, what is today the world’s most expensive British coin ever sold in a public auction was created.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, in Gallia ...
Severe Rain Brings Important Ancient Coin Workshop in China to Light
A huge ancient coin workshop, dating back to the first century AD, was washed out in October 2017 in Nanyang city, Henan Province, China, due to heavy rain. Hongxia Zhang and Sven Günther report on the facts and theories.
Upcoming Hong Kong Coin Show in March
One of the biggest coin conventions in Asia will take place from March 29th through March 31st, 2019. The Hong Kong Coin Show offers plenty of space for buying and selling coins, but also an abundance of engaging seminars, workshops, exhibitions and guided tours.
Proposal for New Algerian Banknotes
Algeria’s Central Bank looks to introduce new banknotes highlighting the North African country’s telecommunications development and cultural traditions. The new notes are scheduled for official issue in November 2019.
Coin Constellation Award: Call for Applications
Mints and central banks can now submit their best coins of 2018 for the annual Russian “Coin Constellation” Award. More details on the application process can be found in this press release.
The Sun – the Final Frontier in the Earth and Beyond Series
The Royal Australian Mint has issued the final release in its three-coin “The Earth and Beyond” series. It is a minted tribute to the heart of our solar system and the energy provider to all life on Earth.