The Royal Mint has announced (19th March) the return of one of the most famous and best-loved children’s literary characters, Peter Rabbit, onto UK commemorative 50-pence coins for one last time. Beatrix Potter’s character, Peter Rabbit, features for the fifth and final time on British 50-pence commemorative coins with a new design for 2020. First […]
Bowers on collecting: The world of medals
Today, in March 2020, medals are hot tickets in the wide world of numismatics. Recently, Stack’s Bowers Galleries sold the John W. Adams Collection of Early Medals for over $1 million, setting records left and right. Apropos of this, I reprint the introduction (lightly edited) to my 2007 book, 100 Greatest American Medals and Tokens. […]
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 […]
New Zealand: Double crown silver Proof coin marks 75 years of peace
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has launched (17th March) new double-crown collector coins which are in remembrance of an important anniversary that will be celebrated not only in New Zealand but around the Commonwealth and worldwide. This year, 2020, marks the 75th anniversary since the end of World War II. For nearly six years, […]
Can coins and paper money spread coronavirus?
This article is only an analysis of the available information regarding the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and does not substitute for medical advice from a doctor. If you have any questions, please contact your medical provider or review information presented by the official medical organization(s) available in your area. The short answer is “potentially yes,” […]
Heritage Auctions’ Mark Borckardt named 2020 Numismatist of the Year by American Numismatic Association
Award places Heritage Auctions senior numismatist in elite company among top numismatists Dallas, Texas (March 16, 2020) — Heritage Auctions Senior Numismatist Mark Borckardt received one of the highest individual honors within the hobby when he was named 2020 Numismatist of the Year by the American Numismatic Association. “This honor is important to me,” Borckardt […]
Canada: New coin series featuring “Real Shapes” inspired from designs found on circulation coinage
The Royal Canadian Mint has released the first design in a new six-coin series which features the motifs found on the country’s currently circulating reverse designs. These popular and familiar designs were first included on Canadian circulation coinage in 1937 with the release of new coins produced in time for the start of the reign […]
March 11, 2020, CCAC meeting: 2021 American Innovation $1 coin — New Hampshire
On March 11 at 9:00 a.m. (EDT), the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) held its second of two teleconference meetings to review and discuss designs for the upcoming 2021 American Innovation $1 Coin Program. Below are the various proposed designs for the 2021 New Hampshire American Innovation $1 coin. Let us know in the comments […]
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 […]
British Antarctic Territory: New 50-pence coin released in recognition of the 220th birthday of explorer James Clark Ross
The treasury of the British Antarctic Territory has released (12th March) new commemorative coins in recognition of the 220th birthday of British explorer Sir James Clark Ross (1800–1862), who is credited with his detailed expedition to the Antarctic coastline. Fortunately, the two ships were constructed as bombs vessels, which meant they both had solid hulls […]
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