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The ANA's Summer Seminar is a premier educational event that offers a variety of classes led by experts in the field of numismatics. The event provides an opportunity for hobbyists to gather, learn, and exchange knowledge. The seminar includes courses on topics such as grading United States coins, collecting oddball denominations, and early American copper coinage. In addition to the educational aspect, attendees also have the chance to attend the Colorado Springs Coin Show and visit the U.S. Mint. The event is highly regarded and has been successful for 55 years. [Extracted from the article]

This article explores the impact of lobbying on the production of coins and paper money by the U.S. Treasury. Interest groups, such as the zinc and paper industries, have successfully influenced proposed bills related to U.S. currency, particularly those concerning the cent and $1 denominations. Lobbying organizations, like Americans for Common Cents, have played a significant role in shaping legislative decisions. The article also discusses the potential consequences of eliminating the penny and dollar bill on industries in Tennessee and Arizona, as well as the political gridlock surrounding currency reform efforts. It suggests that the U.S. Treasury Department may have more autonomy and less influence from lobbying compared to Congress, and highlights the successful currency reform efforts in Canada as a potential model. [Extracted from the article]

This article, published in The Numismatist, explores the author's love for coin collecting, specifically colonial coins. The author discusses their experiences with collecting and the joy they find in pursuing missing dates and studying rarity and grading. They also highlight the importance of joining coin collecting clubs and learning from mentors. The author emphasizes the historical significance of colonial coins and the stories behind them, as well as the craftsmanship and economic atmosphere of the time. They conclude by encouraging readers to explore their own collecting interests with a fresh perspective. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the history of a library in Newtown, Ohio, which closed in 1821 but retained its charter. The library's charter was twice revived, first in 1841 and then again in 1846, as a note-issuing institution. However, these notes were of questionable character and were considered fraudulent. The article highlights the attempts made by different groups to revive the library and issue paper money, but ultimately these attempts were discovered and terminated. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the issuance of paper money by the Pennsylvania Colony in the 17th and 18th centuries. The notes were used to fund construction projects and provide relief for the poor. Pennsylvania was one of the first colonies to issue paper money, with the Province of Massachusetts Bay being the first. The article also mentions the issuance of notes for street paving projects and the construction of jails and correctional facilities. These colonial notes are still available today and provide insight into the history of the time. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the British military's use of counterfeit colonial notes as an economic attack during the Revolutionary War. Counterfeiting has been a practice for centuries, and counterfeit colonial notes are now highly collectible. The British Navy played a significant role in printing counterfeits, and two loyalists were executed for possessing counterfeit currency. The article also mentions the availability of resources for further research on counterfeiting in the colonies. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the American Coin Exhibition at the 1855 Paris World's Fair. The exhibition featured two copies of all U.S. coin denominations struck from 1850 through 1855. The request for these coins was made by Alexander Vattemare, a French scholar and cultural philanthropist, who wanted to complete the collection of American coins in the American Library and Museum of the City of Paris. The article also mentions the potential numismatic market value of some of the coins included in the exhibition. The current whereabouts of these coins are unknown. [Extracted from the article]

This article from the Numismatist journal explores how coins and paper currency reflect various aspects of the human experience. It provides examples from 18th- and 19th-century America, such as the impact of the California Gold Rush on coinage and the emergence of the United States as a world power during the World's Columbian Exposition. The article also discusses the symbolic aspects of American coinage, including the evolution of the impression of liberty and the inscription of the word "Liberty." Overall, coins and currency can serve as valuable artifacts for understanding history, technology, and other elements of the human experience. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study by the British Ecological Society found that 1 in 6 banknotes from 207 countries feature wildlife. The study examined banknotes issued from 1980 to 2017 and identified 352 species from 883 depictions on 689 notes. Birds and mammals were the most commonly depicted animals, and approximately 30 percent of the identified species are threatened with extinction. While portraying endangered animals on currency does not guarantee their protection, previous studies have shown that it can raise public awareness and strengthen national identity. [Extracted from the article]

China's 50-yuan note features a controversial ruler, Mao Tse Tung, and the Potala Palace in Tibet, which was once the Dalai Lama's winter home. The note has a unique design, with a changing serial number and a watermark of Mao. Mao's leadership was marked by the persecution of intellectuals and dissidents, as well as the destruction of cultural artifacts. The Potala Palace, known for its strong cultural significance, is depicted on the back of the note. Collectors interested in world leaders, China, Tibet, and the Dalai Lama may find this note appealing. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the existence of two Indiana towns named Salem that were home to note-issuing free banks, causing confusion. The Bank of Salem in Washington County had a branch in New Albany, while The Salem Bank in Goshen had a branch in Salem (now Wakarusa). Both banks were conservatively managed and survived the Civil War. The Salem Bank is still in operation today as part of KeyBank. [Extracted from the article]

This document is a section from the Numismatist journal titled "Obituaries." It provides a list of new members sponsored by the American Numismatic Association (ANA) between January 22 and February 19, 2024. It also includes obituaries for two individuals: Donald Erlenkotter, a passionate numismatist and former president of the Civil War Token Society, and Harry Garrison, a devoted member of the ANA and an expert in early American coins. The obituaries highlight their contributions to the numismatic community and their involvement in various organizations and publications. [Extracted from the article]

A new book titled "The Naseby Cup: Coins and Medals of the English Civil War" has been published, providing a comprehensive reference on the Naseby Cup, a rare artifact from the English Civil War. The cup was commissioned by John and Mary Frances Fitzgerald to commemorate the Battle of Naseby. The book contains 185 full-color illustrations and offers an in-depth look at the cup and its history. The cup is considered one of the most exceptional numismatic objects in the world and is part of the Yale University Art Gallery's collection. [Extracted from the article]

Bags of bank notes were stolen in Illinois during the Central States Numismatic Society show. The stolen currency, worth over half a million dollars, includes a variety of coins, notes, and medals from the English Civil War period. The Naseby Cup, a rare artifact commissioned to commemorate the Battle of Naseby, is one of the most exceptional numismatic objects in the world and is currently being sold by the Minnesota-based dealer, Emporium. The company is working with the police and the Numismatic Crime Information Center to recover the stolen collectibles. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses various collections in the field of numismatics, including the Overlander Collection of Pattern Hobo Nickels, the Halftime Collection of Half Cents, Half Dimes, and Half Dollars, the FDR/DOA Collection of Melted-Down Roosevelt Dimes, the Classie Collection, and the Decrepit Collection of Steel Cents. These collections feature unique and rare coins that have made important contributions to the hobby. The article also mentions the Stellar Collection of Coinstar Rejects, which consists of various objects accumulated by an employee over 25 years. The article encourages readers to form their own special collections in numismatics. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the release of a commemorative £2 coin by the British Royal Mint to mark the bicentenary of the National Gallery in London. The National Gallery, founded in 1824, houses a collection of 2,300 paintings in the Western European tradition. The coin, designed by Edwina Ellis, features the exterior of the National Gallery building on the reverse and King Charles III's effigy on the obverse. It is available in various editions and can be purchased on the Royal Mint's website. [Extracted from the article]

A rare high-denomination note, a 1934 $5,000 Federal Reserve note from Chicago, was sold for $144,000 at a Stack's Bowers Galleries auction. The note features a portrait of James Madison and has a lime-green Treasury seal. It is graded PMG 35 Choice Very Fine and has minor restoration that is difficult to detect. The Austrian Mint also released a silver 25-euro coin that highlights the importance of soil and its components, such as time, minerals, climate, and soil organisms. The coin features a plant with roots, a clock, rocks, a rain cloud, and an ammonite shell on the obverse, and a mole, earthworm, snail, and ant on the reverse. The coin has a mintage of 65,000 and comes with a certificate of authenticity. [Extracted from the article]

The American Numismatic Association presented 23 competitive exhibit awards at the 2024 National Money Show in Colorado Springs. The winners were announced at the Exhibit Awards Presentation & Reception on March 16. The awards were given in various categories, including history and politics, economics, geography, common elements, the arts, and science. The winners were recognized for their outstanding exhibits on topics such as presidents of the Progressive Era, the creation of coins, and numismatic artifacts from the Golden Age of American Cinema. [Extracted from the article]

Dennis Tucker, a renowned numismatic publisher and author, has received a lifetime achievement award from the Central States Numismatic Society (CSNS). Tucker recently retired from Whitman Publishing after overseeing the publication of over 300 titles, including the popular reference book "A Guide Book of United States Coins." Art historian William L. Pressly has released a new book titled "America's Paper Money: A Canvas for an Emerging Nation," which explores the imagery on paper money from the colonial era to the end of the 19th century. The book aims to bridge the gap between art historians and numismatists. [Extracted from the article]

Dennis Tucker, a renowned numismatic publisher and author, has received a lifetime achievement award from the Central States Numismatic Society. Tucker recently retired from Whitman Publishing after overseeing the publication of over 300 titles, including the popular reference book "A Guide Book of United States Coins." Art historian William L. Pressly has released a new book titled "America's Paper Money: A Canvas for an Emerging Nation," which explores the imagery on paper money from the colonial era to the late 19th century. The book aims to bridge the gap between art historians and numismatists and spark a dialogue between the two disciplines. [Extracted from the article]

The article titled "Nostalgic Collecting...Federal Reserve...a Home Run" in the Numismatist journal discusses the author's personal experience with coin collecting and the significance of the Series 1918 Federal Reserve Bank notes. The author shares memories of their grandfather's coin collection and how it inspired them to become a collector. They also clarify the purpose of the Series 1918 FRBN issue, explaining that it was a temporary replacement for Silver Certificates that could no longer be produced due to the Pittman Act of 1918. Another article in the journal focuses on the intersection of baseball and numismatics, highlighting early tokens and medals related to the sport. The author expresses their enjoyment of the article and suggests a follow-up on larger medals and medallions. [Extracted from the article]