Jerusalem Electrum Congress Films online
In June 2012 an electrum congress took place in Jerusalem generating new discussions and giving many fresh ideas on this topic. Now videos show all papers given during this event.
Jewish-American Hall of Fame Web Site to be Under Auspices of the ANS
Andrew Meadows, Deputy Director of the American Numismatic Society and Mel Wacks of the American Jewish Historical Society have signed an agreement to transfer the web site of the Jewish-American Hall of Fame to the auspices of the ANS.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, in the kitchen ...
Press releases, press releases, press releases …
A day in a journalist's life. A morning full of images, pdf files and issues to deal with. We make CoinsWeekly. And we would be much more efficient, if there were not some very special press releases... And of course it is not you, who is meant!
Police officer stole Presidential coins from Philadelphia Mint
A North Wildwood, N.J., man who worked as a police officer at the U.S. Mint was sentenced on September 13, 2012 to 36 months in prison for stealing $2.4 million worth of error coins from the U.S. Mint and selling them to a coin distributor in California.
Kolbe & Fanning, USA Gahanna (OH)
Kolbe & Fanning Numismatic Booksellers held their 126th sale of important numismatic literature from around the world on October 4. The 1092-lot sale featured material from several different consignors and competition was strong for the early U.S. catalogues in particular.
Royal Dutch Mint, NL-Utrecht
The Royal Dutch Mint has issued its first Fixed Price List with high grade Ancient, Dutch and Foreign coins. The winter 2012/2013 catalogue comprises 36 full colour pages focusing mainly on Greek and Roman, Dutch Provincial and Kingdom, and German 18th and 19th century coins.
The People of Zurich and their Money
Our series ‘The People of Zurich and their Money’ takes you along for the ride as we explore the Zurich of times past. Much like a good DVD, this conversation comes with a sort of ‘making of’ – a little numismatic-historical backdrop to help underscore and illustrate this conversation.
Australia to commemorate Canberra Centenary on coins
The Australian Mint is designing two commemorative coins which will celebrate the Centenary of Canberra in 2013: a commemorative circulation 20 cent coin and a silver $5 collectible coin.
Perth Mint announces 2013 Bullion Coin Program
The Perth Mint has just announced its 2013 Australian Bullion Coin Program whose coins will become available over the next months.