International Coin Design Competition 2013
The Japan Mint will hold the International Coin Design Competition 2013 with the objective of encouraging creativity and enhancing the artistry of coin designs.
“Cash Is Dead – Long Live Cash” Says Fed
The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco is home to the Cash Product Office. As part of its remit to understand and predict cash demand, its President and CEO, John C Williams, recently published an essay entitled ‘Cash Is Dead! Long Live Cash!’.
Is Bitcoin becoming too successful?
Bitcoin, recently, has caused quite a stir in the media. The virtual currency that was worth over $200 per unit – for a couple of hours before going down again; Trojan horses infecting computers; and now it seems that authorities have a down on Bitcoin, too.
Discoloration a Problem for New Fiji Coins?
Fiji replaced its $2 bank note with a circulating coin of the same denomination. It now appears this coin may be causing some concern.
Bank Resist Distributing Coins in Bangladesh
Shortage of Coins is a challenging problem in many countries. Richard Giedroyc explains us, why the supply of change does not work in Bangladesh.
H2O leads to zero liquid discharge production
Water is a precious resource. Recycling of processed water and wastewater are a central expense factor of the industry. The mid-size business H2O is promoting a liquid discharge production – a vision that is of the utmost interest for mints too.
Springtime in Turkey – Part 3
There are still paradises left on this earth – and the small port of Assos in Troas is one of them. Join us on our excursions through Troas, as we explore Troy, but first, as we marvel at the extremely finely preserved Assos.
When your printer packs up while counterfeiting bills …
Some people try to print their own money in a rather unprofessional way, let’s say with a common printer from the supermarket. But maybe you should not kick up a rumpus there, especially when evidence against you is still in the printer …
Papilio machaon – A Butterfly in 3D
Coin Invest is continuing one of its popular series – the butterfly coins with 3D inlay. This year’s coin, dedicated to the black and yellow swallowtail, is issued by the Principality of Andorra.
Australia remembers 100 years of Army Chaplains on Anzac Day
The Australian Army Chaplains leading this year’s Anzac Day veterans’ march in recognition of a century of ministry and pastoral support, have been recognised on the latest collectible coin in the Australia Remembers series from the Royal Australian Mint.