The New Banknote Yearbook for British Banknotes
The 11th edition of the British Banknote Yearbook has been published. The price guide to banknotes of the British Isles has been fully updated and contains all newly issued notes of the past four years.
Heritage Auctions Surpasses 1.5 Million Online Bidder-Members
Heritage Auctions has reached the milestone of 1.5 million online bidder-members. This reflects the record membership growth during the pandemic.
Happy Birthday, Yen! Japan’s Currency Celebrates 150 Years
In 1871, 150 years ago, Japan introduced a new currency, the yen. And to produce these coins, the Japan Mint was founded concurrently. In 2021 Japan celebrates this anniversary with a special Mint Set and a commemorative 10,000 yen gold coin.
Was the ANA World’s Fair of Money a “Superspreading Event”?
The World’s Fair of Money was the first big coin show to take place since the pandemic started. Now, the organisers warn: Several participants have tested positive for COVID-19. Visitors displaying symptoms are recommended to get tested.
US Coin and Currency Dealer Inventory Stolen
Dealer Susanne Watts was the victim of a vehicle burglary. The offense occurred on 8 August 2021 after leaving a Las Vegas coin show, suspects were filmed by a surveillance camera. The loss included a large amount of coins and currency. Find a list here.
Numismatic Literary Guild Awards 2021 Presented
The Numismatic Literary Guild has presented their annual awards for 2021. Roger W. Burdette is this year’s recipient of The Clemy, the highest honor given by the NLG. Numismatic Guaranty Corporation alone received five awards.
ANA Honors Distinguished Numismatists with Awards
The American Numismatic Association has given their annual awards to members honoring their service and dedication to numismatics. Here is a complete list of the awardees who were acknowledged at the Chicago World’s Fair of Money in 2021.
International Numismatic Congress Prolongs Deadline for Submissions
What should be discussed at the International Numismatic Congress in Warsaw in 2022? The deadline for submissions has been extended, so you can still submit your proposal!
Ghana Tests Digital Currency
The Bank of Ghana pilots with Giesecke+Devrient a digital currency in Ghana. The e-Cedi makes payments without a bank account possible and offers the advantage of highly secure transactions.
LANG Implements Solution for Coin Die Production in Colombia
The State Central Bank of Colombia can now produce their own coin dies in-house by means of a complete package supplied by the German company LANG.