A tribute series of precious metal collector coins has been issued by the Spanish Royal Mint dedicated to surrealist artist Salvador Dali. The series will mark the 20th anniversary of his passing. In 2004, the Spanish Royal Mint had previously issued a series to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Spanish artist’s birth. The latest […]
Austrian Mint Issues 20 Ounce Gold Philharmonic Coins
To celebrate the twentieth year of issue, the Austrian Mint has produce a limited number of Gold Philharmonic coins, each weighing 20 ounces. The coins have been available in Europe, America, and Japan from October 16, 2009. The Gold Philharmonic was introduced in 1989 . At the time the market was dominated by the bullion […]
2010 Calendar Medal and Lucky Token from Austrian Mint
The Austrian Mint has produced 2010 Calendar Medals and Lucky Tokens in continuation of the ongoing series. These new issues are a great way to celebrate 2010 and bring good fortune for the new year! The 2010 Calendar Medal honors the year’s regent Apollo, the sun god. Designed and engraved by the Mint’s Chief Engraver […]
Peace and Security 20 Euro Silver Coin
The Mint of Finland has struck the first coins in the new “Ethical Collector Coins” series. The first coin features a theme of “Peace and Security”. The coin marks the first time the Mint of Finland has issued a silver collector coin with a nominal value of 20 euros. The Ethical Collector Coins are inspired […]
Richard the Lionheart Silver Commemorative Coin
The Austrian Mint will issue the second coin in its €10 silver commemorative coin series “Tales and Legends in Austria.” The latest coin’s theme will be the captivity of King Richard I on his on his homeward journey from the Third Crusade in 1192, and the legend of his loyal friend and troubadour who is […]
Ben Hur Live Commemorative Medallion from the Royal British Mint
The Royal British Mint has created a crown-sized medallion to commemorate the new production of Ben Hur Live. This is the first time the Royal Mint has commemorated a theater performance. The new medal will also celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 1959 film Ben Hur, starring Charlton Heston and widely regarded as one of […]
China 60th Anniversary Gold and Silver Commemorative Coins
The People’s Republic of China is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a series of gold and silver commemorative coins. The series includes 3 gold coins and 2 silver coins with limited mintages. The coins all carry legal tender values in the People’s Republic of China. The 1 oz. .999 fine silver coin and 5 oz. […]
Railway of the Future Silver Commemorative Coin
On September 9, 2009 the Austrian Mint issued the final release of the six coin “Austrian Railways” series. The latest 20-euro silver commemorative coin features the railjet and is dedicated to the “Railway of the Future.” The railjet went into service on Austria’s railways in 2009. It is a 185.5 meter long train drawn by […]
2009 Aztec Caldendar Silver Kilo Coin
Casa de Moneda (Mexican Mint) has produced one kilo silver coins inspired by one of the world’s most impressive archaeological treasures. The 2009 Aztec Calendar Silver Kilo Coins feature the Aztec Calendar stone. It is thought that the Aztec calendar stone was carved in 1479, and was eventually buried under the central square of Mexico […]
2010 Australian Lunar Silver Coin Series II – Year of the Tiger
The Perth Mint recently released the 2010 Silver Year of the Tiger Coin. This coin is part of the Silver Lunar Coin Series which features the twelve animals of the ancient Chinese Lunar Calendar. The coins are struck in .999 fine silver and are available in a range of bullion weights from 1/2 oz to […]
