Heritage Auctions and The Rail Splitter, USA-Dallas (TX)
On September 17, 2016 Heritage Auctions and The Rail Splitter hold their special auction of Lincoln memorabilia. Highlight was a unique 30-ounce Henry Clay gold medal which quadrupled its $75,000 starting bid to sell for $346,000.
Coins and Medals of the Popes
Coins and Medals of the Popes
September 15, 2016 – Coins and medals of the Popes are popular among collectors all over the world. Auction...
From Underground to End-Users
The proceedings of the same-titled congress have been published. They cover the relationship between precious metal mining, trade and mint. Ursula Kampmann took a look.
Paul-Francis Jacquier, D-Kehl am Rhein
An unbelievable number of 450 lots featuring coins of the Gallic Empire are on offer at Paul-Francis Jacquier’s auction on September 16, 2016 with a focus on antoniniani and denarii, including all rarities imaginable.
Paphos Mayor Accuses Museum Staff of Stealing Antiquities
In Cyprus a dispute has arisen between the local mayor and the director of the archaeological museum. Both have different opinions why so many artifacts have not been digitized yet.
In money we trust
It is fascinating to see circulation currency getting a design makeover. However, the general public, even though it is the intended user, is normally not taking part in the decision-making process. Yet positive examples show that there is another way.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, on the Palatine hill ...
Museum Honors Madeleine Albright and Colin Powell
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History is presenting its inaugural “Great Americans” award to two former Secretaries of State, Madeleine K. Albright and Colin Powell.
NUMISMATA events in Berlin and Frankfurt
Aficionados of numismatics and philately look forward to two fairs in a class of their own: the 18th Numismata Berlin in October and the 12th Numismata Frankfurt in November 2016. Two great weekends for the collectors!
New Managing Director for Baldwin’s
A H Baldwin & Sons Ltd confirm the appointment of Neil Paisley as Managing Director. Neil joins Baldwin’s from Colin Cooke Coins. A familiar name and face to many in the trade, he has worked within the industry for more than 20 years.