The Patron Saint of Portugal and Brazil in Numismatics
António Miguel Trigueiros has published a book on how the Patron Saint of Portugal was commemorated on coins, medals and decorations in Portugal and Brazil. The story starts with a revolutionary coin engraved in Paris.
Islamic Numismatist Stephen Lloyd Joins CNG
Stephen Lloyd, one of the world’s foremost experts in Islamic numismatics, has joined Classical Numismatic Group LLC and will spearhead a new series of dedicated Islamic auctions for the firm.
A Dinosaur Mints The World’s First Coin of 2022
On every 1st January of a year the Royal Australian Mint holds its famous First Coin of the Year event. In 2022 the first coin was minted by Dorothy the Dinosaur, Australia’s most famous dinosaur from the children’s music group The Wiggles.
Johann Berner Is CIT’s New CEO
Since 1 January 2022 CIT has a new CEO: Johann Berner. Former CEO Heimo Steriti has retired from this role but has not left entirely the company.
Spain’s New Latent Image Coin: “Ways of St. James”
The Royal Spanish Mint is famous for their latent image technology. The new 30 euro silver coin dedicated to The Ways of St. James illustrates this expertise featuring a quadruple latent image.
World Money Fair 2022 in Berlin Cancelled
In 2022, again there will be no World Money Fair in Berlin. After numerous cancellations of exhibitors the organisers decided to cancel the event. For the second time in a row a virtual event will be realised instead.
One Million Archaeological Objects Recorded with the Portable Antiquities Scheme
The Portable Antiquities Scheme has now 1 million records of archaeological objects discovered by private persons. The annual report 2020 presents the most important finds.
Iconic Saint-Gaudens Ultra High Relief Gold Coin Sells for $4.75 Million
The iconic Saint-Gaudens issue is considered one of the most desirable and valuable coins in numismatics. Now, a 1907 Saint-Gaudens Ultra High Relief changed hands for a record $4.75 million in a private transaction between GreatCollections and Heritage Auctions.
“Lasting Impressions”
For over 1,100 years, Byzantines used seals in their everyday life. Dumbarton Oaks holds the world’s largest collection of these seals. A new exhibition presents the most interesting pieces.
Faces of Power – Numismatic Course in Rome
The Royal Netherlands Institute of Rome and the German Archeological Institute organize the numismatic course “Faces of Power – Coinage as a Historical Source in the Roman and Early Modern Period” in Rome in March 2022. Be aware: the application period ends soon!