Unveiling of New ?200 and ?100 as Part of “Europa” Series
The European Central Bank has unveiled the designs and new security features of the two remaining banknotes to undergo updates. The new banknotes will be available throughout the Eurozone in May of 2019.
First Titanium Issue from Ascension Island Features Endemic Shrimp
Pobjoy has released the first titanium coin issued on behalf of Ascension Island. The design shows several Ascension Shrimp swimming in a rock pool. Endemic to only two pools on the island, Procaris ascensionis is a species of shrimp which is in a susceptible position.
Silver Coin Dedicated to the Garden of Destiny
Latvijas Banka has issued a silver collector coin dedicated to the Garden of Destiny. The site is both a memorial commemorating the lives lost during the totalitarian regimes of the 20th century as well as an inspirational legacy for future generations.
The Most Comprehensive Gold Bar Collection in the World
Gold bars are also included in CoinsWeekly’s Coin Records! The Degussa Goldhandel GmbH claims to possess the numerically largest collection of individual contemporary gold bars in the world: namely, the famous “Rothschild-Collection”.
Latest Edition of Standard Catalog of World Coins 1601-1700 Now Available
An updated seventh edition of the Standard Catalog of World Coins 1601-1700 has been published. The catalog remains an essential reference for every serious collector. And who better to explain the editing, revision, and selection process than editor Tom Michael himself?
Second Edition of the MIF 2018 International Moneyfair in Maastricht
The MIF Moneyfair will take place on November 9 and 10, 2018 at the MECC Congress center in Maastricht. Looking back to the first edition which attracted 175 exhibitors and dealers from 46 countries, this success called for a second edition.
Patrick Richey Joins World Numismatics
World Numismatics has announced that Patrick Richey has joined them as a full-time numismatist and will be a key component in expanding the company. He is well versed in both ancient and modern coinage with a focus on 1st Century Roman Gold and U.S. Gold.
New 50 Peso Banknote Issued in “Native Animals of Argentina”-Themed Series
In the midst of a currency crisis in the South American country, the Banco Central de la Republica Argentina has released their fifth banknote. It is part of a themed series focusing on indigenous wildlife and fauna.
Laughing Buddha 2018
The new version of the laughing Buddha CIT presents after the great success of the preceding 2017 edition, unites a wealth of innovative minting technologies to turn a beloved motif into a small numismatic artwork. The silver coin was designed on behalf of the Republic of Palau.
A Rookie’s Review of Coinex 2018
CoinsWeekly sent their newest colleague, Leonie Schulze, to the annual Coinex convention in London. If you have forgotten what the world of numismatics might look like from an outsider’s perspective, her review will surely give you an idea.