Richard Margolis (1931-2018)
One of the founders of the New York International Numismatic Convention, Richard Margolis, passed away on November 24, 2018. The amiable New Yorker was one of the prominent experts of French numismatics and medal art.
Long-Hidden Collection of Paintings by Feliks Topolski
The Bank of England Museum is showing paintings and drawings by Polish expressionist artist Feliks Topolski. They were commissioned by the bank in the 1950s and capture post-war life, architecture, and design at the newly-built printing works at Debden (Essex).
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, at the insurance office ...
Germany’s Oldest Coin Dealerships
Sometimes, the title of our CoinsWeekly Coin Records requires a plural. The record for the oldest coin dealership in Germany can be awarded to two businesses!
Domitius Alexander – His Entire Coinage
There are 205 surviving coins of the African usurper Domitius Alexander. And those 205 coins form the basis of this die study, which replaces one chapter of the RIC. It is a standard reference work of Roman numismatics, no doubt. Ursula Kampmann has taken a look at it.
Seleucid Coins Online Updated
Earlier this year, the ANS launched the web-based research tool “Seleucid Coins Online”. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the coinages struck by Seleucid kings between 320 BC and 64 BC. An updated second version has now been unveiled.
Release of New 50 And 500 Kroner Banknotes in Eighth Series
With the issue of additional denominations, the Norges Bank continues with its new family of banknotes. The new 50 and 500 Kroner banknotes were released in October of 2018. Michael Alexander writes about their security features as well as their motif.
Museum Returned to Mint Condition
The South African Mint has reopened its “Coin World Museum” after extensive renovations. The museum’s two distinct themes, circulation coins and collectables, recreate South African history from the perspective of coins.
Gold Coin Honors San Marino Historic Center and Mount Titano
The Republic of San Marino has issued a new 20 Euro coin in gold. It marks the 10th anniversary of the inscription of the San Marino Historic Center and Mount Titano in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Pirate Skull „Blackbeard Edition“ and Big Pirate Skull
CIT Coin Invest AG continues its extremely popular Skull series. The “Blackbeard Edition” is presented as a unique gold coin in the shape of a three-dimensional skull. The silver coin “Big Pirate Skull”, which is made of 500 grams of silver, has also been issued.