As seasoned collectors of the popular Mexican series are well-aware, each year’s Libertad coin program results in some surprises and unexpected developments. Last year it was the introduction of a new variety, the Antique silver Uncirculated coins issued in one, two, and five-ounce formats, and the release of the first-ever gold Reverse Proof coins in half […]
Northern Ireland: New polymer vertical motif banknotes featuring “Living in Nature” enter circulation
The Ulster Bank Plc, a subsidiary of the Royal Bank of Scotland has released (27th February) two of their new denominations which are launched as part of a new family of vertically designed banknotes entitled “Living in Nature,” Initially unveiled in May 2018, the new banknotes carry the date 12 APRIL 2018 along with the […]
Austria: Chivalry is the theme with the first coin issued in new “Knights’ Tales” five-coin series
The Mint of Austria has announced the issue of a new series which focuses on an exciting, chivalrous, and, at times, dangerous chapter in European history, the Knight’s Tales of the Middle Ages. Travel back in time to a bygone age that was notorious for being bloody and brutal. The Middle Ages was also the […]
India announces and unveils future issue of new 20-rupee circulation coin
The Finance Ministry has announced via an official gazette notification that they will issue new 20-rupee circulation-type coins with an exchange value of 29 U.S. cents. Unlike all other currently circulating coins, the new denomination is designed as 12-sided. This new coin, as well as a newly redesigned series of circulation coins, was officially unveiled […]
Italo Vecchi praises “modern Renaissance man” Harlan Berk and the 100 Greatest Ancient Coins
The second edition of 100 Greatest Ancient Coins, by Harlan J. Berk, debuts in March 2019, two weeks before the American Numismatic Association’s National Money Show. Here, distinguished European numismatist Italo Vecchi, an award-winning scholarly author himself, reflects on Harlan Berk and the importance of 100 Greatest Ancient Coins. The first edition of 100 Greatest […]
Canada: Hatching hadrosaurs are let loose on latest silver and colour Proof coins
The Royal Canadian Mint has released new silver Proof and colour coins, which, for those who are enthusiasts of prehistoric and pre-paleolithic history, will appreciate the theme of this new coin. Humans seem to have an unending fascination with prehistoric artefacts. The various items explain our origins and often pose further questions as to what […]
Austria: Easter is soon approaching with new “Spring Awakening” five-euro silver coins
The Mint of Austria has unveiled new silver and copper coins which are issued to welcome the Easter holiday that is the beginning of a favourite season for many, springtime. Held on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the northern spring equinox, Easter may shift every year, but Easter and Spring belong together. A time of hope and rebirth, Spring […]
Australia: Final gold and silver coins to feature Ian Rank-Broadley’s beloved design
The Royal Australian Mint (RAM) will begin phasing out the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2019. This is the end of an era for Australian currency, since the Ian Rank-Broadley design has been proudly included on the obverse of Australia’s coin currency since 1998, and was the fifth effigy of […]
Robert Leonard’s updated Curious Currency, second edition, explores money from the Stone Age to the Internet Age
(Pelham, Alabama) — Whitman Publishing announces the release of the second edition of Robert D. Leonard Jr.’s award-winning Curious Currency: The Story of Money from the Stone Age to the Internet Age. The 160-page hardcover book will debut March 12, 2019, two weeks before the American Numismatic Association’s National Money Show. It will be available […]
Malta: Tall ship designs of the Renaissance era feature on latest Europa Silver Star Programme
The Central Bank of Malta has announced that on the 15th March, they will issue numismatic coins in gold and silver depicting the Order of St. John’s Gran Carracca Sant’Anna. The coins are issued under the Europa Programme and bear the Europa Star logo. The carrack was one of the most influential ship designs of […]
