Turn on the television or check the news on the Internet and 90% of the coverage seems to be about the coronavirus pandemic. Events, including coin shows, have been canceled left and right. Self-isolation is being practiced across the land. Meanwhile, coin auctions and other commerce is continuing without problems, thanks to the Internet. The […]
Quarter launch and coin forum canceled
In order to slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has signed an executive order banning all gatherings of more than 250 people. Additionally, many school systems in Connecticut have announced closures. In light of this, the United States Mint, in consultation with the National Park Service, has decided to cancel the […]
Stack’s Bowers Galleries March 2020 auction begins Wednesday, March 18th at 10:00 a.m. PT — bid now!
Don’t miss this opportunity to bid on coins, currency, and other numismatic material in this exciting event. For more information on participating in this sale or to consign to a future auction, contact a numismatic specialist today at (800) 458-4646 or . Let our success be your success! Visit our website for complete schedule and […]
Stack’s Bowers Galleries announces the relocation of its Official Auction of the Whitman Coin & Collectibles Spring Expo
Santa Ana, CA — Stack’s Bowers Galleries’ March 2020 Baltimore Auctions have been relocated from the Baltimore Convention Center to a facility near their California home office. The auction schedule published in the catalogs and on the SBG website will be the same, with only the physical location of the event changing. Lot viewing for […]
Maryland state of emergency forces Whitman Coin & Collectibles Expo to cancel bourse
Stack’s Bowers Galleries Auction to Be Held as Scheduled in California. (Baltimore, Maryland) — On Thursday, March 12, under a state of emergency declared by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan, the Baltimore Convention Center suspended operations and activities in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. The Whitman Coin & Collectibles Expo, previously scheduled for March 19–21 […]
Bullion and coin sales-tax exemption successfully defended again in Maryland
Repeal attempt fails in committee after opposition by Whitman Expos, ICTA, Visit Baltimore The Maryland House of Delegates’ Ways and Means Committee stopped a proposed repeal to the state sales tax exemption for certain coin and bullion sales on Wednesday, March 11, 2020. The committee’s Unfavorable Report on House Bill (HB) 1284 came after opposition […]
Bowers on collecting: The advantages of the Internet
Today, in the time of the coronavirus, we can all be thankful for the Internet, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence. While nothing equals the excitement of attending an auction or convention in person, if this is not possible, participation in virtual reality from the keyboard of your computer comes in a strong second. Most of […]
Heritage Auctions awards $10,000 to Pennsylvania coin collector
Collecting interest was passed down from father, uncle Dallas, Texas (March 11, 2020) — Following a tradition that has grown for more than 20 years, Heritage Auctions has awarded a $10,000 auction credit to client Steven Wilson through a drawing among collectors who participated in the firm’s annual numismatic survey. The Pennsylvania resident’s interest in […]
Submissions accepted for ANA’s Club Publications competition
The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is currently accepting submissions for the 2020 Barbara J. Gregory Outstanding Club Publications competition. The contest is open to member clubs that are current with their ANA dues, and do not have an elected or salaried ANA officer as editor or assistant editor. Completed submissions must be received by April 1. Submissions must include […]
Bowers on collecting: Social news of a century ago
The November 1919 issue of The Numismatist told of the annual convention of the American Numismatic Association held at Philadelphia from October 4 through the 8th. Included was “The Social Side of the Convention,” which told this: The automobile ride to Valley Forge on Sunday afternoon was one of the most enjoyable features on the […]
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