Numismatica Ars Classica–Tradart Auction, CH-Zurich
On November 18, 2013 Tradart and Numismatica Ars Classica will offer together numismatic gems from the JDL collection. This collection contains so many precious pieces that it was split up and the second part will follow in May 2014.
Isle of Man celebrates Christmas with special coins
Like every year Pobjoy Mint issues a new 50 Pence coin on behalf of the Isle of Man Treasury to celebrate the festive season and a special 1/20oz Gold Angel coin which bears a special Privy Mark on its reverse reflecting a yuletide theme.
Italy of Arts: Selinunte and Aosta Valley
Italy issues in its established series Italy of Arts two new collector coins. A 5 euro silver coin dedicated to the archaeological site Selinunte in Sicily and a 10 euro gold coin celebrating Aosta Valley in northern Italy.
Numismatic Names In Heritage’s First Domain Names Auction
Numismatics.com and five other numismatic-related domain names are being offered in Heritage Auctions’ inaugural Domain Name & Intellectual Property Signature® Auction. Bidding is now open until the live, online auction on November 21, 2013.
Successful ‘Down Under’ Debut For PCGS at ANDA Melbourne Show
Representatives of Professional Coin Grading Service say their first official participation at a show in Australia was a major success during the Australasian Numismatic Dealer’s Association International Coin and Banknote Show in Melbourne, Australia.
Coins and tokens of French Indochina
Jean Lecompte’s reference book to coins and tokens of the French colonies has been divided into three – considerably more extensive – volumes. The first volume, coins and tokens of French Indochina has just been published.
Princeton Acquires Landmark Medieval Egyptian Coin Collection
Princeton University has just acquired the Richard Undeland Collection of Mamluk coins as part of its goal of building a comprehensive study collection of the coinage of the medieval Mediterranean.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, at the kitchen table ...
Coin-shaped or jade disc-shaped – in any case it’s ugly
In China, another building seems inspired by an ancient cash coin, although architects claim a jade disc to be on the origin of its shape. People judge it to be ugly but the local government has paid an enormous sum just to find a simple name for the unbeloved object.
The MoneyMuseum’s numismatic Podcasts
At the beginning of 2014 the MoneyMuseum will launch a series of numismatic podcasts dedicated to coins, banknotes and other numismatic items. Here, we will give you a foretaste of what is to come. Watch the first podcast and, please, give us your feedback!