The Royal Dutch Mint has released (2nd November) the fourth silver Proof ducat which is part of an ongoing series entitled “Historic Castles.” The series combines the traditional depiction of the Anonymous Knight in a new, detailed depiction along with representations of the 12 Dutch provinces that images of famous Dutch historic castles and the […]
Latvia: Unique leaf-shaped silver Proof coins highlight ecological causes and activities
The Bank of Latvia will issue (3rd November) unique leaf-shaped silver Proof quality coins which are to highlight and promote ecological causes and activities not only in Latvia but worldwide. Ecology, and the many activities associated with it, emphasise the importance of taking good care of our environment. Retaining as much greenery as possible means […]
Benelux: New three-nations mint set celebrates 75 years of peace and freedom in the region
A three-nations Brilliant Uncirculated mint set has been assembled by the Issuing Authorities of the Belgian Finance Ministry, the Dutch Finance Ministry, and the Luxembourgish Treasury in remembrance of the 75th anniversary of the Benelux Customs Union, which was organised between the three countries. During the Second World War, the foundation and firm plans were […]
Netherlands: Third silver ducat in “Castles” series features historic Hoensbroek Castle
The Royal Dutch Mint has released (27th August) the third silver proof Ducat which is part of their new series entitled “Historic Castles” that combines the traditional depiction of the Anonymous Knight and representations of the 12 Dutch provinces by including images of famous Dutch historic castles located in various towns and villages. The 12 […]
Belgium: Prolific and historic 16th century printer, Christoffel Plantin, featured on new silver Proof collector coin
The Belgian Ministry of Finance has issued (19th August) new €10 silver Proof collector coins in honour of the 500th birthday anniversary and recognition of 470 years since the arrival in Antwerp of the world’s first industrialised book printer. In terms of the actual printing of the Bible in the Lowlands, there is simply one […]
Belgium: New €2 coin issued in honour of International Year of Plant Health
The Belgian Ministry of Finance has issued (22nd July) new €2 commemorative coins in honour and recognition of the International Year of Plant Health, a worldwide initiative which seeks to promote greater awareness of the global plant health challenges mankind faces, as well as the importance of protecting our crops from pests and diseases. In […]
New series of Dutch silver ducats focus on country’s famous castles
The silver ducat has been in the Netherlands Mint Law for 350 years. With the 2020 issue, it takes on an appearance unlike any of its predecessors. Although the requisite standing armored knight is on the obverse, as required by the law, on each of the issues in the series, he will be seen standing […]
Netherlands: First strike ceremony conducted on live stream in celebration of the 75th anniversary of Liberation Day
Yesterday, the Royal Dutch Mint conducted their first strike ceremony for the first time on live stream to initiate production of the 10-euro gold and five-euro silver commemorative coins marking the 75th anniversary of Liberation Day. The ceremony was broadcast by the Royal Dutch Mint and was hosted by Mintmaster Stephan Satijn at the Royal […]
Netherlands: 75 years of peace after World War II remembered on new gold and silver collector’s coins
The Royal Dutch Mint has released (4th April) new collector coins which are in remembrance of the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands from the occupation of the Third Reich army during the Second World War. Previous anniversaries of the liberation of the Netherlands were marked with commemorative coins. The first commemorative coins […]
Netherlands to issue 2020 gold ducats by reservation only
Orders Being Accepted Until May 31. After That Date, Mintage Will Be Set. Reservations Can No Longer Be Guaranteed The Dutch gold ducat and double gold ducat are appearing in another variation of their traditional, classic design for their 2020 issue. The first gold ducat with the legendary standing knight was struck in Holland under […]
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