Gerhard Hirsch Nachfolger, D-Munich
From February 15 to 17, 2017, Hirsch Nachf. in Munich will hold three auctions offering ancient objects as well as coins from the ancient world and about 1,000 lots of world coins. Highlights range from a red-figured Hydria to a Carolingian denarius.
Classical Numismatic Group
CNG presents Auction 391 closing on 15 February, 2017. The sale features a number of ancient coins from notable collections and a selection of world coins.
Exclusive Ancient Art Auction
On Sunday, February 12, 2017 the next Exclusive Ancient Art Auction will take place. 47 exclusive objects from the Mediterranean world and Egypt are on offer. Exclusive Ancient Art Auction is a cooperation of IADAA members continuing the tradition of BAAF.
Canadian gold thief convicted
In March 2015 Leston Lawrence gained a questionable fame when he was accused of having smuggled gold blanks out of the Royal Canadian Mint by concealing them in his rectum. A court has now adjudged him guilty.
Welcome to Iran! Part 12: At the Tomb of Cyrus the Great
This episode of the numismatic diary brings us to Pasargadae, the first capital of the Persian Empire and the last resting place of Cyrus the Great. Even the Greeks considered Cyrus a model ruler...
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, at the specialist’s surgery ...
ICTA forms Anti-Counterfeit Task Force
The Industry Council for Tangible Assets (ICTA) approved the formation of an Anti-Counterfeiting Task Force committee to mobilize law enforcement resources to protect the integrity of U.S. coinage. As director of anti-counterfeiting, Beth Deisher was hired.
“The Token Book 3 – Tickets & Passes and their Values” released
After 20 years of preparation, the Galata publishing company has released “The Token Book 3 – Tickets & Passes and their Values”, written by Paul and Bente R. Withers. Based on a 1922 predecessor, the new limited edition has 3050 entries on a multitude of listings.
St James’s Auctions and Baldwin’s Auctions Announce a New Venture
London-based St. James’s Auctions and Baldwin’s Auctions have formed a new auction company called Baldwin’s of St. James’s. Run by Stephen Fenton, the company plans to conduct ten auctions every year.
A well-rounded fair: 50th Numismata in Munich 2017
On March 4 and 5, 2017, Bavaria will once again become the focal point of Classic numismatics. Collectors and investors will come from near and far, to meet the most renowned exhibitors at the 50th Numismata in Munich.