Mehmet the Conqueror
In his book, Christopher Eimer documents the close relationship between the Ottoman Empire and Italy in the early Renaissance by means of a medal that features the youthful portrait of Mehmet the Conqueror. Ursula Kampmann took a look at it.
The 8th International Symposium in Early Medieval Coinage
The popular biennial series of one-day symposia in Early Medieval Coinage will recommence following lockdown on 22nd October 2022 in Cambridge. To learn if it is for you, check out the programme here.
These Are the Designs for the 2023 American Women Quarters Program
The United States Mint has announced the designs for the second year of the American Women Quarters Program. Here you will see who are the women to be honored in 2023.
Bonhams Closed Its Numismatic Department
The British auction house Bonhams closed its coin department. Behind this is the company’s strategy to use its network of acquired auction houses as efficiently as possible. After all, Bonhams has by no means turned its back on numismatics all together.
The World’s Fair of Money
From 16 to 20 August 2022 the World’s Fair of Money, the ANA’s major international coin convention, was held in Chicago. It was almost like in pre-Covid times – and regarding some aspects perhaps even a little better. Ursula Kampmann attended the fair.
What Security Measures Should Coin Shows Adopt After the Theft at ANA 2022?
At the ANA’s World’s Fair of Money 2022 a complete case of Rolex watches and coins was stolen. Find the complete list of objects here. Following this case, the American Numismatic Association is convening a task force to develop additional security protocols for coin shows.
Swiss Finance Museum Presents “Banks in Transition”
The Swiss Finance Museum in Zurich shows in a special exhibition how banks have changed from their origins to the current, digital trends in banking: from counters to apps.
This Guide Knows the Worth of the Coins in Your Pocket
Did you ever wonder if there are any valuable coins in your pocket? The brand-new edition of Philip Mussel’s handy little guide “Spend It? Save It?” features up-to-date prices for all the coins you can find in your change when you are in the UK.
Greysheet Published 2023 Edition of Early Paper Money of America
Early Paper Money of America is the seminal reference book on the first circulating currencies of North America. The 2023 edition is the first new edition since 2008 and features full color images on 472 pages including all-new pricing.
New Name and Organizational Form of the Mint Directors Conference
Over the last years, the Mint Directors Conference has developed into a network. This network organization is now the International Mint Directors Network (IMDN). In addition, a new association of mints with big plans has been formed too.