Finland releases Finnish Nature commemorative coins
As part of the centenary celebrations of Finland’s independence, the Mint of Finland has released 10-euro- and 20-euro-coins paying tribute to the country’s nature. The design is based on Kari Auvinen’s winning shot in the Nature Photograph of the Year contest.
China’s boom in digital payments
Paying for your coffee with just one click on your mobile? In China, this becomes increasingly popular. Several trillions worth of money are transferred from one virtual wallet to the other. The government currently discovers digital payments, too.
Ermanno A. Arslan elected to Accademia dei Lincei
Italian numismatist and former INC Vice-president Ermanno A. Arslan has been elected a permanent member of the Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei in Rome in July 2017. Only few numismatists have been considered worthy of being drawn into the prestigious institution.
CHI exhibits coins and medals from Luther’s time
Concordia Historical Institute in Saint Louis exhibits over 150 coins and medals related to the Reformation. Organized by the largest archive of Lutheran history in North America, “Pressed into Service by the Word of God” runs through November 9, 2018.
2017 Archer M. Huntington Award for Roger Bland
The American Numismatic Society awards its 2017 Archer M. Huntington Award to Dr Roger Bland, recognizing the outstanding career contributions of the former British Museum Keeper and founder of the Portable Antiquities Scheme.
Invitation to the 30th MDC
Under the slogan ‘Imagine the future’, the 30th Mint Directors Conference will take place in Seoul, Korea from April 22 to 26, 2018. Registration is now open, offering an early-bird category with reduced fees.
Latvian gold coin features horseshoe fibula
Latvijas Banka has issued a new 20 euro gold collector coin “Gold Brooches. The Horseshoe Fibula”. Continuing the series dedicated to Latvia’s centenary, it resembles a 12th century specimen of this piece of jewellery and carrier of centuries-old information.
Scarab Selection II
On behalf of the Cook Islands, CIT continues the “Scarab Selection” series with three new releases. With fascinating colours and an additional inserted Swarowski® crystal, the numismatic adaptations of the “Holy Dung Beetle” make the perfect gift.
Dutch coin honors football legend Johan Cruyff
In 2017 Johan Cruyff would have reached the age of 70. As a tribute The Royal Dutch Mint has issued a commemorative coin. It features an iconic 3D portrait of Cruyff, combined with the effigy of King Willem-Alexander, as a symbol of equality and solidarity.
The Dr Rainer Opitz Collection
Luther, the Reformation and the consequent Protestantism are among the historical forces that have shaped our world. This film presents the Opitz Collection, a collection with a distinct focus on this subject illustrating the historical background.