Four and a half centuries of Peruvian coins
To commemorate the four hundred fifty year anniversary of the foundation of the Mint of Lima, the authors Carlos Contreras and Carlos Morales present an overview of the institution, symbolizing the strength and continued existence of Peru as a country, beyond the changing moods of politics.
The funny side of numismatics: book recommendations for the boxing week
Well, did you find the wrong book under the Christmas tree, again? Then there is only one thing to do, hurry to the computer and order an entertaining, numismatically tinged book yourself. Ursula Kampmann has compiled some books tips (also for listening).
Book on ship coins released
Ship coins are one of the most popular collecting themes. Numisnautical researcher Yossi Dotan deals with this fascinating subject in his book “Watercraft on World Coins” which is now available for sale.
Final DAMIN meeting in California
The final meeting of the DAMIN program is scheduled for San Francisco, California and connected regions during May 2016. Its topic is “From Underground to End-Users: Monetary History in Scientific Context”.
Golden Horseshoe
On behalf of Palau, Coin Invest Trust created a numismatic lucky charm: a golden coin in the shape of a horseshoe.
Programme of the Austrian Mint 2016
Austrian Mint has published its Programme 2016. The first coin will be ‘Vienna Opera Ball’. Among others the popular series ‘Klimt and his Women’ and ‘Wildlife in our Sights’ will be continued. Here is a comprehensive list.
Augustus the Strong
Probably the most famous Saxon ruler was Frederick Augustus I better known as Augustus the Strong. Those who would like to know more about his life, his work and his politics should not miss this film.
Austrian Mint honors Vienna Opera Ball
On 20 January 2016 the Austrian Mint will issue a silver coin to celebrate the Vienna Opera Ball’s 60th anniversary, with a blush of pink flowers printed on the coin.
Latvia issues coin to honour 30 years of EU flag
Latvijas Banka issues a 2 euro commemorative coin to honour 30 years of the European Union flag. Designed by Georgios Stamatopoulos, it features 12 stars that morph into human figures embracing the birth of a new Europe.
Monika Grütters plays the European card in quarrel over Cultural Heritage
In order to implement an EU directive, Monika Grütters wants to issue the most rigid legislation on the Protection of Cultural Heritage Germany ever has had. Being confronted with strong resistance in her home country, she now attempts to make the European Union issue a stronger law.