Noodles are the new cigarettes
In U.S. American prisons, cigarettes and tobacco are less and less often used for payments. The new and literally hard currency is instant noodles. But, according to a sociological study, the resourcefulness must be seen against a precarious backdrop: The inmates are hungry.
Germany releases a series of Polymer coins
Kicking off the five-part series “Climate Zones of the Earth”, the 5-euros commemorative coin, to be released in 2017, is devoted to the “Tropical Zone”. Made of copper-nickel alloys, the coin will be equipped with a translucent red polymer ring.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, in suburbia ...
Netherlands goes online with national coin collection
Having been closed to the public, the coin collection of the Netherlands is finally accessible again, at least partially and online. This is a significant step after the disastrous austerity measures that have led to the closure of the Geldmuseum.
The Coin Yearbook 2017
The latest volume of the Coin Yearbook has been released. It is a price guide and collector’s handbook for the coin hobby, with features which include accurate up-to-date valuations for all English, Scottish, Irish and Island (Channel & Isle of Man) coins.
$1 million of 1715 Fleet shipwreck coins coming to market
Sunken Spanish colonial gold treasure coins discovered during the 300th anniversary of the 1715 Fleet’s demise are offered for the first time. In addition to NGC encapsulation, each coin is accompanied by the original, numbered archeological tag of the expedition crew.
ANAS honors numismatic legend at World’s Fair of Money
At the World’s Fair of Money, the Armenian Numismatic and Antiquities Society hosted the launch of a new book on ancient Armenian coins. The first Lifetime Achievement Award was given to the great expert on Armenian coinage, Y. T. Nercessian.
Skulls
Coin Invest Trust has designed a unique skull-shaped coin for Palau. Thanks to smartminting© technology the silver edition turns into a three-dimensional sculpture.
Exclusive Ancient Art Auction
On Sunday, November 13, 2016 the second Exclusive Ancient Art Auction will take place. 63 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.
Bullion Coins of the World
Many investors prefer bullion coins to bars. Their advantages: they show beautiful motifs deeply rooted in the history and culture of the issuing nations. Learn more about that in our bullion coins series.