Nazi symbols defacing British coins
Why does a 2007 UK 50p coin feature a Nazi eagle and a swastika? In England, intentional countermarks of this kind currently cause a stir. In the history of numismatics, though, this phenomenon is anything but new.
Exhibition on medallic artist Mary Gillick
The Henry Moore Institute in Leeds presents “Mary Gillick: Her Art in your Pocket”. This is the first display dedicated to her sculpture, and presents her working processes for the production of coins and medals. Mary Gillick is famous for her coin portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, at the eastern border ...
Riksbank to complete banknote and coin changeover
Sweden’s largest banknote and coin changeover is now almost complete. It is still possible to deposit invalid 100 and 500-krona banknotes into bank accounts. So far, 92 per cent of all of the banknotes and 46 per cent of all of the coins have been redeemed.
Whitman publishes Bowers’ “Inside the Rare Coin Marketplace”
The latest book of long-standing collector, coin dealer and author Q. David Bowers was published, revealing secrets to being a smart buyer. Whitman publisher Dennis Tucker introduces the new book for the serious coin collector and talks about his work with the writer.
Winner of First Shekel Prize Announced
The American Israel Numismatic Association has awarded its first Shekel Prize. Designed by medallic artist Victor Huster, it recognizes Yoav Farhi’s book on the numismatic finds at Khirbet Qeiyafa in Israel.
The Unicorn of Scotland rears its head on Royal Mint Bullion coins
The latest release in The Royal Mint’s Queen’s Beasts Series is the Unicorn of Scotland. Inspired by ancient symbols of power and identity, the collection brings to life the ten imposing statues that lined the entrance to Westminster Abbey in 1953 at Her Majesty The Queen’s coronation.
Evolution of Life – Ichthyosauria
On behalf of Mongolia, CIT created the third issue in the popular “Evolution of Life” series. Incredibly true-to-life, “Ichthyosaur” appears like a real fish lizard with its rose gold relief against a slate-grey background.
Planet Numismatics
MA-Shops is a platform for dealers of collectible items offering over 700,000 items. New on MA-Shops is Planet Numismatics, a newly established Greek company specializing in rare and high-quality numismatics.
Gorny & Mosch, D-Munich
October 11-13, 2017, Gorny & Mosch will conduct their Fall Auctions, offering ancient to world coins and medals. The B-Auction featuring the less expensive material as well as the multiple lots will take place as an e-auction on October 15, 2017.