New numismatic publications available at the ANS
Two new publications of the ANS are now available for a special pre-order price...
Striking Coins in Florence
Since September 17, 2011 visitors can see a marvelous exhibition at Palazzo Strozzi in Florence. It is named Money and Beauty and is dedicated to the link between early modern banking and art. On exhibit is not only art, but documents, numismatists dream of like a book in which those responsible of striking coins have noted their decisions on the design...
A Numismatic Relic from the Piedmont Civil War
On November 28, 2012, a very special coin goes on the market at Numismatica Genevensis. The coin in question, estimated at 150,000 francs, is a gold coin in the value of 10 écus whose front depicts the young Prince Charles-Emanuel II of Savoy as well as the stern face of his mother. The following will provide you with a bit more detail as to the background of this rare specimen.
How Saint Mark came to Venice
From March 11 to 15, 2013, the collection of Dr Eduardo Curti will be liquidated. It contains numismatic rarities from medieval times, from the Migration Period until the Hundred Years’ War. Some of the most spectacular coins are from Venice, which, at the beginning of the 9th century, had absolutely no interest in becoming part of the Carolingian Empire.
Alexander Farnese – The man who almost kept the Netherlands in Spanish governance
When talking about the Eighty Years’ War, one usually encounters names such as Egmont, the Duke of Alba and the Prince of Orange. Alexander Farnese, however, who almost preserved Spanish rule over the Netherlands, is less known. We are telling his story by means of coins of the Geneart collection which will be auctioned off at Künker on June 18, 2018.
Does a Parliamentary Question of the FDP provide the backdrop for the unexpected return of the bronze vessels?
On July 5th, 2010, members of the FDP (Free Democratic Party) enquired about the RGZM’s refusal of the return of ancient objects. The answer was received on July 27th, the objects were returned at the beginning of August. Are these events connected?
Israel Issues Its First Gold Bullion Coin: The Tower of David
As gold reaches record high, Israel issues its first gold bullion coin: the tower of David. This first “Jerusalem of Gold” Issue is limited to 3,600 Pieces...
Hungary issues new Commemorative Coin
Hungary issues a new commemorative coin on the admonishments of king St. Stephen to his son St. Emeric. One of the most eminent Hungarian historians writes about the medieval background...
Controversial Bronze Vessels back at their owner
Michael Müller-Karpe returns the five ancient bronze vessels to the Hessian ministry of science and art. The administrative court had decreed their restitution...
Robbery of Aes Grave in Paris
An Aes Grave collection was stolen in Paris. The French Chaine des Vols asks for your help...