SINCONA AG, CH-Zürich
SINCONA AG in Zurich will hold its spring auction from May 18 to 20, 2016. Among the items comprising many rarities the Italian series with almost 550 numbers is more than extraordinary: result of the successful partnership with auction house NOMISMA.
Classical Numismatic Group
Classical Numismatic Group presents its spring Internet and Mail Bid Sale 102, closing on Wednesday, 18 May 2016, from 10 am ET (US). This sale offers 1571 lots with a presale estimate in excess of $2,900,000.
600kg of Roman coins found in amphorae
In Tomares in southern Spain, construction workers have found nearly 600 kg of coins. Dating to the Tetrarchic era, the folles were stored in 19 amphorae and then buried in the ground.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, in the grand reception suite of the palace ...
Coins of the Mongol Empire at the Ashmolean
A special exhibition in the Ashmolean Museum’s Money Gallery is dedicated to coins of the Mongol Empire running through 12 June 2016. The Mongols dominated nearly a quarter of the earth and their coins reflect the many languages and faiths in their realm.
Whitman releases 3rd Edition of ‘American Silver Eagles’
As one of the most popular bullion coins with collectors, the American Silver Eagle celebrates its 30th birthday. On this occasion, Whitman releases the revised third edition of the relevant guide, written by U.S. Mint chief engraver and coin’s reverse designer John Mercanti.
Call for nominations for the Executive Board of ICOMON
At the triennial plenary meeting of ICOMON in Milan in July 2016 a new board for ICOMON will be set up. All voting members of ICOMON are eligible to run for office for the coming three-year term on condition that they have paid their 2015 membership fee.
Belgian School at Athens hosts Seminar on Methodology
The Belgian School at Athens announces its first postgraduate Summer School. The intensive seminar from 1-9 October 2016 focuses on Greek numismatics. Questions of method, history, archaeology, and economy will also receive attention.
Austrian Mint issues second Mozart coin: “Amade”
The Austrian Mint will issue on 11 May 2016 the second silver coin of the 3 silver coin set “Mozart”, celebrating the musical genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The second coin titled “Amade” as he liked to be called, focuses on his adult life.
Spain Celebrates National Summer Olympics Team
The Royal Spanish Mint has a longstanding tradition of lending support to sport teams. On behalf of the Spanish Team participating at the next Rio 2016 Summer Olympics, two proof coins will be issued, one in silver and the other in gold.