Sweden’s odd coins
Lately some excellent counterfeit 1-krona coins were found in Sweden. They clearly insult the king alluding to his alleged escapades. It will stay unknown who made them because police is not investigating.
Numismatic Northern Spain – Part 1
Romans and Celts aren’t exactly what come to mind when you think of Northern Spain. I had basically expected this trip to be just a one-time foray into medieval times, with perhaps a few ancient bits thrown in for good measure. But I was completely off the mark – Northern Spain has so much more to offer.
Singapore Mint issues coins on 47th Year of Independence
The Singapore Mint has unveiled its newest commemorative coins, struck in celebration of Singapore’s 47 years of independence. For the first time the mint is producing a heart-shaped coin.
New 1 lats circulation coin with hedgehog
Latvia has issued a new 1 lats circulation coin featuring a hedgehog. The cupro-nickel coin shows this cute animal that is found all over Latvia.
New Coin and Stamp Fair in Warsaw
Warsaw has become an important commercial centre in Central and Eastern Europe. Thus on September 1 and 2, 2012 a new coin and stamp fair will be held there. Monety Expo Warsaw will be supported by the German numismatic-fair Numismata.
Special coins to celebrate 50th anniversary of Samoa’s Independence
The Central Bank of Samoa has released two commemorative collectible coins and a limited edition $50 Tala banknote for circulation to mark Samoa’s 50th Independence Day. The coins are issued in proof and uncirculated quality.
Medal honours pioneer American aviator Arthur Welsh
The Jewish Historical Society of Greater Washington is issuing art medals commemorating pioneer American Jewish aviator Arthur Welsh (1881-1912) almost exactly a century after Welsh’s tragic death while testing a military plane at the College Park airfield.
2013 Standard Catalog of World Coins 2001-Date Now Available
The seventh edition of the Standard Catalog of World Coins 2001-Date is now available from Krause Publications. Complete with key coin specifications, the Standard Catalog provides background about each country’s monetary history.
Roosevelt Dime with Anti-Semitic Counterstamp is Featured in The Shekel
The cover story of the March-June 2012 double issue of The Shekel was inspired by Mel Wacks’ discovery of a 1953 Roosevelt Dime with the word “JEW” stamped over the portrait. But the new issue contains more intriguing stories ...
Coin with Augmented Reality Layar Technology
The Central Bank of Aruba commemorates the ‘Shoco’ (burrowing owl) as national symbol of Aruba with an Augmented Reality Coin struck by the Royal Dutch Mint. This is the very first coin with Augmented Reality in the world. A smartphone permits access to a world of information behind the coin.