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The article focuses on the challenges and intricacies of collecting Byzantine coins. It discusses the commonality of certain coin issues, the obscurity of many Byzantine historical figures, and the rarity of certain coins. It provides historical context for various Byzantine rulers and the turbulent events of their reigns, particularly during what Reis terms as "The Byzantine Anarchy."

The article focuses on the American Numismatic Association's World's Fair of Money held in Rosemont, Illinois, which drew over 9,000 collectors and featured 1,359 dealers and 15 mints. Topics include the variety of activities and highlights of the event, such as dealer feedback, educational programming, and significant awards presented during the convention.

The article highlights the success of the Heritage auction, particularly the Eric Lane Collection of Early U.S. Dollars, with the top-selling coin being a 1794 Flowing Hair silver dollar and significant interest and bidding observed for rare 1798 Draped Bust dollars. It also mentions that notable coins and an 1800 B-15, BB-195 silver dollar, both from the Eric Lane Collection, achieving substantial bids and contributing to the overall positive momentum in the coin market.

The article delves into the mystery surrounding the 1878-S Seated Liberty half dollar, focusing on the discrepancy between the number of coins minted and the number known to exist today. It discusses the historical context of the San Francisco Mint's operations in 1878, including the production of Trade dollars and Bland dollars following the cancellation of the Trade dollar.

The article offers information on Coin Show etiquette for buyers and sellers and emphasizing the importance of mutual respect, understanding dealer perspectives and conducting transactions with diplomacy. Topics discussed include proper behavior at coin shows; dealing with dealers' pricing and inventory; and strategies for successful buying and selling experiences.

The article focuses on the Chinese Lunar Year of the Dragon, particularly the Wood Dragon in 2024, highlighting the symbolism of dragons in Chinese culture, their association with various colors and characteristics, and the significance of the Wood Dragon year in the Chinese horoscope, believed to bring abundance, evolution, and improvements.

The article discusses the story of the Daniel Edward Groux collection, a significant numismatic collection from the early days of collecting in the United States. Topic include Groux, a language teacher and professor of numismatics, attempted to sell his collection through various means, including a unique lottery scheme, which ultimately led to the collection's dispersion.

The given text provides a comprehensive list of upcoming coin shows and events in various locations across the United States. The information includes the date, location, time, organizers, admission fees, and contact details for each event. The text also mentions specific features of some events, such as auctions, BSA Merit Badge programs, and free gifts for kids. Library patrons conducting research on numismatics or interested in attending coin shows can use this information to find relevant events in their area. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the life of Alexander Joy Cartwright, Jr., who is considered to be a pioneer of baseball and numismatics. Topics include his founding of the Knickerbockers baseball club, his collection of California Pioneer gold coins, and his role in founding the Honolulu Numismatic and Ethnological Society.

The article offers information on commemorative coins, their history, and significance. Topics include the tradition of commemorative coins dating back to ancient Greece, the production of U.S. Mint commemorative coins through enabling legislation, and the significance of commemorating events in American history.

The article focuses on the magician Clarence T. Hubbard, known as "The Pattering Magician," who wrote articles on magic for Coins magazine, discussing tricks performed by famous magicians like Emil Jarrow and popular magic props like mechanical coin wands, swords, and the "coin-in-the-ball-of-wool" trick, showcasing the enduring allure of coin tricks in magic performances.

The article discusses on the history of clandestine coins at the U.S. Mint and discusses about the Sotheby's, world's largest brokers of fine and decorative art, jewelry, and collectibles, sale of 1933 20 U.S. dollar gold piece which reminds many illegal and clandestine coins struck at the Philadelphia Mint over the years. The article also discusses on Snowden's case lead to the formation of Mint Collection1838.

The article reports that Australia has a fun coin designed to look like a wreath adorned with decorative baubles, candy canes and berries. Topics include examines in the center of the coin hangs one of Santa sleigh bells and the bell is 24-karat goldplated along with selective plating on the wreath itself as several dollar silver coin with antique finish is sure to grab the attention of anyone on shopping list.

The article presents a guide to events in the U.S. with a focus for world-coin collectors for the week 2022-2023. Topics discussed include Gold Coast Coin Show from January 14-15 in Foley, Alabama, Santa Maria Coin & Collectable Show on October 29 in Santa Maria, California; and Oregon Coin, Currency, Token & Medal Show from Wilsonville, Oregon on October 30, 2022.

The article focuses on the rarity and value of the 1871 Indian Head cent in Mint State-65, highlighting its status as one of the most expensive coins of its period. Topics include the historical context affecting its mintage, the low survival rate of high-quality examples, and comparisons with other Indian Head cents in similar grades.

The article reports on an auction of Islamic, Indian, Chinese, and World Coins, by Stephen Album Rare Coins, in Santa Rosa, California, U.S., from May 18-21, 2023.

The article discusses coinage auctions being held in Gadoury auction, which will be held on October, 2022 including Greek, Celtic, Roman, Byzantine issues and specimens from the Migration Period, many coinage from the Grand Nation, France.

The article offers information on the American twenty-cent piece, a coin struck from 1875 to 1878. Topics include the proof 20-cent piece could only be obtained by purchasing a complete set of the silver coins; differences between the 20-cent piece and the quarter dollar; and the fall in the price of silver on world markets enabled the American government to put silver coins back into circulation.

The article informs about the recent auction led by a rare 1921 Saint-Gaudens double eagle, which sold for 144,000 dollar, contributing to the event's total surpassing 6 million dollar. Topic include other notable coins from the auction, including an 1882 double eagle and a 1915-S Panama-Pacific round 50 dollar, both reaching 138,000 dollar, as well as additional highlights such as a 1918/7-D Buffalo Nickel and an 1860 Clark, Gruber eagle.

The article focuses on the niche interest of collecting tiny coins, diverging from the mainstream preferences for larger ones. Topics include the Panama pill, a 2 1/2 centesimos coin from Panama, silver 3-cent pieces from the United States, U.S. gold dollars, Canadian silver 5-cent pieces, the older German 1-pfennig, and the Croatian Mint's 1-kuna gold piece, which holds the record for the smallest coin ever made.

The article reports that S erious collectors of gold coinage, as well as those of us who really enjoy the history of our coins, know that for a brief time, the United States Mint operated branch facilities in Charlotte, North Carolina, and Dahlonega, Georgia. For a much longer time a branch Mint has operated in the City by the Bay, San Francisco.

The article informs that three-dollar gold pieces were minted from 1854 through 1889. With postage pegged at 3 cents for a prepaid letter, the silver 3 cent piece was expected to be used to purchase stamps without resorting to the use of heavy and often filthy large cents. The most expensive $3 gold piece sold by Heritage so far this year was an 1876 graded PR65 CAM which sold for 144,000 dollar.

The article discuses the coinage during the Ottoman empire in Tunisia, North Africa. It is reported that in the Islamic zone they had silver dirhams and gold dinars. It is further reported that Hafsid square silver dirhams, and the usual mix of ducat sized gold were the Early coins of Ottoman in Tunisia.

The article discusses the trend of fantasy and micro-nation "coins" becoming more political in nature. It mentions historical instances of such coins being issued without proper authorization, often as a form of fun, publicity, or profit. Examples discussed include coins from Ambazonia and Kabylia, highlighting ongoing conflicts in Africa, and coins from Kherson Oblast depicting Russian tanks, reflecting the political situation in Ukraine.

The article focuses on the history and collectibility of small gold coins, particularly the dollar one gold pieces minted in the U.S. It discusses different designs of these coins, their mintages, and their availability for collectors. It highlights the Coronet Head design, the Indian Princess design (both small head and large head varieties), and the challenges collectors face in assembling a complete set due to design changes and varying mintages.

The article features the history of the half dollars of 1836-1839. Also cited are the efforts by collector Al Overton to catalog the coins, the death of U.S. Mint director Robert Patterson in July 1824, how Doctor Samuel Moore established a modern mint in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 1830s, and how skilled mechanic Franklin Peale examined the Thonnelier coining presses in Paris, France.

The article reports on significant coins to be auctioned, including the 1855 Kellogg $50, lauded as one of the rarest pioneer gold coins, alongside the 1792 half dime and the 1893-S Morgan Dollar, prized for their rarity and historical significance. It also highlights coins from the Old Pioneer Collection, featuring remarkable early gold rush issues such as the 1830 Templeton Reid quarter eagle and the 1804 $10 pattern, offering unique insights into early American coinage.

The article focuses on the author's evolving collecting philosophy, tracing his journey from an aimless collector in the 1950s to adopting a strategy of acquiring key or semi-key coins and gold. Topics discussed include the pitfalls of investing in high-grade, high-mintage coins, the appeal of key dates, and the author's recent focus on building a high-grade set of Standing Liberty quarters.

The article reports that the spot price of gold and silver has continued to drift south impacting the value of intrinsically valued collector coins as well as bullion coin products. Topics include considered that investors who may not necessarily be coin collectors are also following this pattern, understanding the difference between what is rare and what is "more available."

"Forest Escape - A Knight's Quest" is a ZX Spectrum game that follows the adventures of Wee Knight as he tries to escape the forest by finding four keys to unlock four chests. The game features classic platforming action with gold coins to collect, wildlife that drains energy, and magical flowers and mushrooms that can help or hinder the player. Proceeds from the game go to the PKD Foundation for sufferers of a specific kidney disease. The game is well-presented and challenging, making it worth a try for fans of the genre. [Extracted from the article]

The article provides information about the American Numismatic Association's (ANA) World's Fair of Money, held from August 8 to12,2023 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It mentions that fair exhibit many historic rare coins and currency, including a millions collection of the United States' most beautiful gold coins, also feature more than 1,200 dealers and world mints engaged in buying and selling activities.

The article offers information on seven extensive auction catalogs with world-class special collections. It is noted that the second part of the Spring Auction Sales will take place from April 4-6, 2022. It is noted that gold medal of 50 ducats dedicated to the fact that George Louis became a member of the Electoral College was minted in 1708.

In this article author talks about purchasing key coins and gold coins. Topics include considered that key coins are the coins in a series that every collector needs to have a complete date/mintmark set but that not every collector can have and reports that mintage keys are the dates with the lowest mintages and the lowest survival rates.