Update to Stockholm coin heist: first pictures of stolen objects
At least 1,400 numismatic objects were stolen from the Stockholm Royal Coin Cabinet. Swedish Police is now revealing details for the first time. Here you find pictures of objects concerned.
45 Years of Sino-German Friendship: Commemorative Pandas Struck
In 2017, China and Germany celebrate the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Michael Chou and Künker took this as an occasion to initiate two medals of which the German version was first struck on June 30, 2017.
In memoriam John Spring
Coin dealer John Spring has died. Douglas Saville remembers his friend who was specialised in numismatic literature and used to travel whole Europe looking for important books and attending auctions – always by train and never crossing France.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, when cataloging coins ...
The Royal Mint invests in Sovereign Rarities Limited
The Royal Mint has made an equity investment in Sovereign Rarities Limited, a London based numismatic dealership managed by Ian Goldbart. This is a part of the Royal Mint’s 5 year plan to grow in the collector services market.
Conference on antiquarianism in Near Eastern numismatics
“Eastern Coins in the Early Modern World. Antiquarianism and the Oriental Artifact 1500-1800” is the title of a conference to be held in Spain in September 2017. The organizers welcome paper proposals until July 15, 2017.
Hungarian collector coins commemorate 1867 Compromise
The Compromise of 1867 established the dual monarchy of Austria and Hungary. To mark this event’s 150th anniversary, the Magyar Nemzeti Bank issues a collector coin in two materials.
Laughing Buddha
CIT’s latest creation puts a smile on the face of every observer. It is dedicated to the Laughing Buddha, a popular theme of Asian origins and come in a silver and a gold edition both designed on behalf of Palau.
Heritage Auctions, USA-Orlando (FL)
One of the finest known 1876 twenty cent pieces led the results as Heritage Auctions’ July 6-9 auction in Orlando, Florida, realized nearly $6 million.
Gorny & Mosch, D-Munich
Gorny & Mosch’s Auction 248 illustrated on 30 June 2017 how strong the market for ancient objects is at present, particularly in the medium price segment. Many collectors take advantage of the current reasonable prices for ancient art and build a beautiful collection.