Springtime in Turkey – Part 9
Do you know much about Priene? It's famous for its Hippodamian-plan city layout. What's more, Priene is also very romantic, especially if you get there late afternoon when all the tour buses are long gone.
Spanish treasure fleet objects presented to public after 400 years
When the Spanish Treasure Fleet on the way back from America to Europe sunk during a terrible hurricane in the Straits of Florida in 1622 the Bank of Madrid broke. One of the vessels was excavated and now the objects are presented to the public.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, close to the Roman border ...
British Numismatic Society and The Royal Numismatic Society 2013 Summer Meeting
The British Numismatic Society and The Royal Numismatic Society 2013 Summer Meeting ‘Coin Hoards and Treasure Finds’ will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2013 in the York Racehouse. Here you will find the programme.
Coinvac.com Marks One Millionth Record
One of the Internet’s largest ancient coin database celebrates the addition of its millionth coin. CoinsWeekly is currently putting together information on online price catalogues for coin collectors. If you think you can help us with information we will be glad to hear from you!
American Jews Honor Unsung Hero of Soviet Jewry Movement
The Emma Lazarus Statue of Liberty Award is given every year to an individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and commitment to strengthening the American Jewish community. This year, the award is presented to Avital Sharansky.
The Rietveld Five Euro is Netherlands’ commemorative coin 2013
On 17 June, the Dutch Ministry of Finance has issued a new 5 and 10 euro commemorative coin: ‘The Rietveld Five Euro’. It is dedicated to the famous Dutch designer and architect Gerrit Rietveld (1888-1964) and is part of the Europe-star programme.
Australian coin celebrates 200 years since famous Blue Mountains trek
The pioneering exploration efforts of Blaxland, Lawson and Wentworth have been commemorated 200 years since their journey across the Blue Mountains ended on the latest collectible silver coin from the Royal Australian Mint.
Pobjoy Mint issues coins in honour of Margaret Thatcher
On 8th April 2013, former British Prime Minister, Baroness Thatcher passed away at the age of 87. To commemorate the life of this remarkable woman, Pobjoy Mint is releasing two coins, one on behalf of Ascension Island and the other on behalf of the Falkland Islands.
Künker, D-Osnabrück
The popular eLive sale of Künker will take place for the 19th time. And the bidding will start on Wednesday, June 26, 2013. The sale will contain exclusively ancient coins.