Prehistoric Beasts – Protoceratops andrewsi
CIT Coin Invest AG has designed on behalf of Mongolia a new issue in their Prehistoric Beasts series dedicated to Protoceratops. A special technique allows for the surface to resemble sandy rocks, a material in which a famous fossile of Protoceratops was found.
EU adopts new regulations on import licensing for cultural property
The European Union has passed its proposals for the import licensing of cultural property – unfortunately taking a big step backwards in the process. IADAA continues to argue that the measures fail to meet the EU’s own standards of proportionality.
A Gigliato of Francesco I Gattilusio
He was a pirate from Genoa and his life could be the topic of any Hollywood romance: He rescued the Byzantine emperor, was rewarded with the rule over an island and married a princess. Written sources tell us that Francesco also struck coins. It is the second specimen of a gigliato only that will be sold at auction next week.
The British Numismatic Trade Association warns of fraudulent trio
A fraudulent trio, that specifically targets numismatic dealerships, currently travels through Great Britain. They specialize in bullion coins and claim to need them for the manufacture of jewelry.
Heritage Auctions sells most expensive Kennedy Half Dollar
The highest priced Kennedy half dollar was auctioned on April 25, 2019. Since its introduction in 1964 several billions of this coin type have been minted. We will tell you why the most expensive Kennedy half dollar was so special.
The Gold Coins of Belgium
Hugo Vanhoudt has published a detailed book on Belgian gold coins. It provides a complete overview of all the gold coins produced on the territory of present-day Belgium from the Celts to 2019. John Saunders presents the important work here.
Central States Convention Expands Focus of Bourse Area
Beginning in 2020 the CSNS convention will include the National Currency Convention as an official part. For 34 years the Professional Currency Dealers Association has held it as a free standing event.
New 20 Rupee Banknotes Join Second “Mahatma” Series
The Reserve Bank of India have announced they will shortly issue the much anticipated 20 Rupee banknote. Hence, the country is coming closer to completing their second series portraying Mahatma Ghandi on the obverse and sites of cultural importance on the reverse.
Royal Canadian Mint releases 2018 financial results
The Royal Canadian Mint has released its 2018 financial results, which provide insight into its activities, the markets influencing its businesses and its expectations for the year ahead.
Crocodiles from Switzerland
The famous electric locomotives, also known as “Crocodiles”, celebrate their 100th anniversary this year. The Swissmint has dedicated a gold commemorative coin to this marvel of Swiss technology.