Isaac Newton: from mathematical genius to crime-fighter extraordinaire
Isaac Newton is famous for his achievements in physics and astronomy. But he also was a Warden and Master of the Mint – and a successful crime-fighter who enjoyed chasing counterfeiters.
CoinsWeekly on CoinWeek
Do you want to know what CoinsWeekly is all about? Or, if you know it already, do you want to let somebody else learn it right now? Ursula Kampmann gave an interview to CoinWeek and explains the idea behind CoinsWeekly.
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 …
Thirty years £1 coin
It’s thirty years since The Royal Mint commenced production of the £1 coin, during which that reassuringly chunky piece of our British currency has witnessed many changes to our country, our environment and our lifestyle.
Monarchy and history meet nature and culture on Canada’s collector coins
The Royal Canadian Mint continues to celebrate Canada’s diverse heritage with a new release of collector coins showcasing Canada’s stories, symbols and traditions in an abundant variety of designs and innovative craftsmanship.
PCGS-Certified Coins Featured in April 2013 European & Asian Auctions
Rare coins certified by Professional Coin Grading Service will be among the highlights of major auctions in Asia and Europe in the coming weeks.
Burglary in a Swedish Ancient Art and Coin Shop
In January thieves broke into the coin shop Skarabé in the Swedish city Gothenburg. However, they acted rather clumsily and maybe this story will find a good end.
The British Museum and the University of Leicester announce £645K to study Roman hoards found in Britain
The Arts and Humanities Research Council has awarded the British Museum, working in collaboration with the University of Leicester, a £645K grant for a 3-year project on “Crisis or continuity? The deposition of metalwork in the Roman world: what do coin hoards tell us about Roman Britain in the 3rd century AD?”
Roof-top burglar robs Tacoma rare coin shop
A burglar sawed a roof and stole many coins from a rare coin shop in Tacoma, USA. When leaving he dropped a part of his loot but got away with coins worth more than $30,000. Police is looking for the man who is clearly recognisable on a store survellaince video.
Springtime in Turkey – Part 2
It’s 2013 and time for another numismatic diary. And, as always, the journey is replete with unexpected things of beauty, but also with mishaps. Part 2 of our trip sees us crossing Greece, ferrying over to Asia, and coming up empty handed in our search for Lampsacus and Cyzicus.