“Master Coin Conference” of the precious metals and coin industry
On June 17th and 18th 2014 the summit conference of precious metals and coin industry took place under the patronage of Schoeller Münzhandel in Vienna. It saw a professional exchange in keynotes, discussions and workshops.
Sicily in full bloom Part 7
Akragas has been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. This distinction attracts tens of thousands of trampling tourists daily who populate the Valley of the Temples. Including us.
India’s Numismatic Institute under cross-fire
India’s only Numismatic Institute is not allowed to admit new master students. The decision made by the university follows the troublesome question whether coins from the affiliated museum have been illegally purloined and offered in auction.
PMG Introduces Star Designation for Exceptional Eye Appeal
Paper Money Guaranty will begin to designate notes that exhibit exceptional eye appeal with a Star.
New Encyclopedia on Obsolete Paper Money from Whitman
Whitman Publishing releases volumes 1 and 2 of the Whitman Encyclopedia of Obsolete Paper Money, by Q. David Bowers on June 12, 2014. Volume 1 is “An Introduction for Collectors and Historians.” Volume 2 is the first of three volumes on the New England states.
Conference on “Urban versus rural contexts”
In May 2014, the Fourth International Numismatic Conference of the Coin Cabinet of the Royal Library of Belgium was organised. The conference’s subject was the contrast between urban and rural contexts on the level of monetization from ancient Greece to the early Middle ages.
New Canadian Collector Coin Series: Haunted Canada
From coast to coast, Canadians have long recounted ghost stories that both delight and frighten people of all ages. With its exciting new Haunted Canada series, the Royal Canadian Mint brings to life many of these tales thanks to lenticular Technology.
Coin Invest Trust designed third PGA TOUR coin
Coin Invest Trust has issued a new coin for the official PGA TOUR series. Golf fans and coin collectors alike will appreciate this coloured silver coin with an inlaid leather golf bag.
Bicolor Clad Coins in Japan’s 47 Prefectures series
Japan Mint continues the popular “47 Prefectures series” issuing coins dedicated to the prefectures of Okayama, Shizuoka, Yamanashi and Kagoshima.
Top Industry Award for Royal Mint Director
The director of The Royal Mint’s Commemorative Coin and Bullion business has received a top industry award in recognition of his achievements which have made a fundamental difference to the fortunes of the UK’s oldest manufacturing organisation.