Michel Sapin: Minister of Finance with a soft spot for numismatics
Most European citizens know Michel Sapin as the French Minister of Finance and Public Accounts. Only a few know that the politician has also a predilection for coins on a more private level. Starting in his adolescence, he is a keen hobby numismatist.
Medieval PR coup about King Arthur’s tomb
Each year Glastonbury Abbey in the south of England attracts visitors from all over the world. Founded by one of the first disciples of Jesus, its cemetery is believed to be the burial site of King Arthur. A revaluation of old finds and records has now revealed: It’s all fake.
US Mint Conducts 2D Barcode Trials
The United States Mint is scheduled to conclude its data collection software and two-dimensional barcode trial. If the test results are positive, the Mint could benefit from an enhanced workflow in their die shops.
Austria by its Children Piece by Piece
The Austrian Mint issues the eighth silver coin of the well-received “Austria by Its Children” program, featuring the eastern province of Burgenland.
Royal Mint reveals coin designs for 2016
The Royal Mint has released its Annual Sets for 2016, revealing some exciting new designs for United Kingdom coins. The Great Fire of London, Shakespeare and the Battle of Hastings will be among the topics of upcoming commemorative coins.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, in Delphi ...
Stephen Album Rare Coins, USA-Santa Rosa
January 14-16, 2016 are the dates for the next auction by Stephen Album Rare Coins, to be held at their offices in Santa Rosa, CA USA. The auction will be made up of 2,831 lots and covers the areas of Ancient, Islamic, Chinese, Indian, and World Coins, in addition to Numismatic Literature.
Stephen Album Rare Coins, USA-Santa Rosa
Auction 24 of Stephen Album Rare Coins was a big success for the company, netting $1.593 million. The auction saw many items sell for well above estimate as evidenced by the $837,525 pre-sale estimate for the auction.
Nomos AG, CH-Zurich
Nomos is offering 196 carefully chosen pieces, mostly from the ancient period. Nevertheless, medieval and modern coins are also available there, in the Nomos-typic quality.
Classical Numismatic Group
CNG’s Electronic Auction 366 offers 1114 lots of ancient and world coins. A special highlight are the issues of the Indian subcontinent, among them Roman aurei and Indian imitations of Roman aurei.