“Sun, wind and water” theme for Sweden’s new coins
The General Council of the Riksbank has decided how Sweden’s new coins will look. Ernst Nordin’s proposal ”Sun, wind and water” will form the artistic basis for the design of the new 1-, 2-, and 5-krona coins.
New CSNS Bourse Chairman
Jerry Lebo, CSNS Bourse Chairman since 1998, will be retiring from that position at the conclusion of the 2013 convention. He will be succeeded by Patricia Foley, a Milwaukee attorney.
New Coin and banknote Gallery in Danish Nationalbank
The Danish Nationalbank has inaugurated a new exhibition in its lobby presenting the Danish coinage since 1818. Additionally banknotes are shown too.
Our Cartoon: Franklin’s World
Philologist, numismatist and cartoonist Claire Franklin provides insight into her daily thoughts. Recently, in the emperor’s palace ...
Verdict in 1933 Double Eagle Trial Upheld
A federal judge confirmed a 2011 verdict regarding ten 1933 Double Eagle gold coins. Founders handed them over to the Philadelphia Mint for authentication. But then the United States had claimed their right on these coins which by a jury a now again has been recognised.
The Grand Tournament in Sankt Wendel
Would you like to see how it looked like when the ‘Last Knight’ Maximilian I and his peers challenged each other in tournament? The Hofreitschule Bückeburg revived this epoch in Sankt Wendel. And their riding ability was really impressive.
PCGS Certifies Unique Proof 1909 Bombay 1/2 Rupee
Experts from the Professional Coin Grading Service have authenticated and graded what is believed to be the only known India 1909 proof 1/2 Rupee struck at the Bombay Mint. It was certified PCGS PR64 Secure Plus.
Australian dancing coins celebrate ballet anniversary
The Royal Australian Mint has issued a 50c collector coin in silver and cupronickel to mark the 50th anniversary of The Australian Ballet.
Czech Mint issues silver medal on athletes couple Zátopek
The couple of athletes Emil and Dana Zátopek was not only united by their common love, but also by their common birthday on September 19, 1922 and by their athletic successes. On occasion of their 90th birthday the Czech Mint has issued a silver medal.
Eastern World Coin dating by illustrations
Krause Publishing has re-released Albert Galloway’s Illustrated Coin Dating Guide for the Eastern World featuring 250 images of coins and close-up details, conversion tables and charts for translating oriental numbers and letters.