Estimate: 40.000 EuroKelten. Gallien.
Vercingetorix, 52 v. Chr.
Goldstater.
Sehr selten.
Prägeschwächen, sonst sehr schön.
29
Estimate: 50.000 EuroM. Iunius Brutus.
Denar, 42,
Lagermünzstätte in Kleinasien oder Nordgriechenland.
Sehr selten.
Av. schön. Rv. schön bis sehr schön.
518
Estimate: 15.000 EuroByzanz. Revolte der Heraclii, 608-610.
Solidus, unbestimmte Münzstätte.
Äußerst selten. Wohl unediert.
Aus Sammlung Topp.
Fast vorzüglich.
945
Estimate: 10.000 EuroNürnberg. Goldmedaille 1624,
auf die Münzkonvention der drei korrespondierenden
Kreise Bayern, Franken und Schwaben.
Sehr selten, nur wenige Exemplare in Gold bekannt.
Fast Stempelglanz.
2458
Estimate: 100.000 EuroBraunschweig-Wolfenbüttel. Friedrich Ulrich, 1613-1634.
Löser zu 10 Reichstalern 1614, Goslar oder Zellerfeld.
Äußerst selten. Aus Altbestand der Preussag in Goslar,
erworben am 28. Februar 1977.
Sehr schön.
4111
Estimate: 30.000 EuroDeutsches Kaiserreich. Sachsen.
Georg. Probe zu 5 Mark 1902.
Äußerst selten, wohl nur dieses Exemplar bekannt.
Vorzüglich bis Stempelglanz aus polierter Platte.
2946
Estimate: 10.000 EuroRömisch-Deutsches Reich.
Ferdinand III., 1625-1627-1657.
Vierfacher Schautaler 1629, Prag.
Äußerst selten.
Aus Sammlung Kommerzialrat Dr. Herbert Wenzel.
Fast vorzüglich.
4757
Estimate: 125.000 EuroPolen.
Sigismund III., 1587-1632.
Portugalöser zu 10 Dukaten o. J.,
vermutlich Krakau.
Äußerst selten.
Gutes sehr schön.
2173
Estimate: 40.000 EuroNiederlande. Haarlem.
Goldmedaille 1778 von J. G. Holtzhey,
Ehrenmedaille von Teyler's Godgeleerd Genootschap,
verliehen 1796 an den Pastor und Lehrer Jan Brouwer.
Äußert selten.
Vorzüglich.
2158
Estimate: 15.000 EuroKurfürstlich Pfälzischer Hausritterorden vom hl. Hubertus.
Großes, sehr gewichtiges Kleinod zum Schulterband,
Anfertigung von ca. 1767.
Äußerst selten.
Aus dem persönlichen Nachlass von
Herzog Wilhelm in Bayern. II.
4025

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Child of his time: On the death of Anton “Toni” Tkalec (1948-2026)

Anton Tkalec died in Vienna in early February. Though long surrounded by scandal over the Seuso affair, his role was never proven. Friends remembered him as warm and generous. Who was he?
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Phil Skingley (1972-2026)

Philip Skingley was the epitome of a British gentleman—always polite and friendly, a tireless, knowledgeable numismatist who shunned the limelight. He died unexpectedly on February 4, 2026.
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Child of his time: On the death of Anton “Toni” Tkalec (1948-2026)

Anton Tkalec died in Vienna in early February. Though long surrounded by scandal over the Seuso affair, his role was never proven. Friends remembered him as warm and generous. Who was he?
read more at our partner SIXBID

Phil Skingley (1972-2026)

Philip Skingley was the epitome of a British gentleman—always polite and friendly, a tireless, knowledgeable numismatist who shunned the limelight. He died unexpectedly on February 4, 2026.
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The end for Berlin’s Institute of Archaeology?

Humboldt University says the Institute of Archaeology must be restructured due to budget cuts, affecting numismatics seminars too. Is this closure a sign of the times?
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Paul Hollis: US Mint Director in controversial times

It’s every coin collector’s dream: a coin enthusiast becomes director of the US Mint. But dealer Paul Hollis will need diplomatic skills, as coin designs are highly controversial.
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The end for Berlin’s Institute of Archaeology?

Humboldt University says the Institute of Archaeology must be restructured due to budget cuts, affecting numismatics seminars too. Is this closure a sign of the times?
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Paul Hollis: US Mint Director in controversial times

It’s every coin collector’s dream: a coin enthusiast becomes director of the US Mint. But dealer Paul Hollis will need diplomatic skills, as coin designs are highly controversial.
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Kumaragupta and the Rhinoceros

While Rome struggled in the West, Gupta culture flourished in northern India. Their coins rival Rome’s. Here is a coin of Kumaragupta, the rhino slayer.
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750,000 CHF for the First Sovereign

A royal edict of October 28, 1489, introduced the sovereign, a new English gold coin. A premier first-generation example has just sold at auction for 750,000 CHF.
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French History in Coins – Part 3: A New Napoleon

Under Emperor Napoleon III, France experienced an economic upswing. The Paris cityscape was completely revamped, just as coin designs. The gold rush in the US thrust Europe’s silver money into a crisis. The answer came from France.

The Eve of the Battle of Philippi: An Aureus Featuring the Portrait of Brutus

On 9 December 2024, Numismatica Genevensis will be auctioning an extremely rare aureus featuring a portrait of Brutus. The coin, estimated at CHF 750,000, was minted to pay the soldiers who fought for Brutus in the final battle at Philippi.

Important Collection of Islamic Glass Weights at Numismatica Genevensis SA

Islamic glass weights are fascinating due to their resemblance to coins and their still disputed function. Numismatica Genevensis is able to offer an entire collection in museum quality in its upcoming Islamic auction.

Queen Anne: Great Britain on Its Way to Becoming a Global Power

On 26 May 2025, SINCONA will auction off part 6 of the British Collection presenting the medals of this ensemble. In this article, we will show you some of the treasures among the lots and explore the story of Queen Anne. Under her rule, Great Britain became the most important trading power in Europe.

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Where Minting of Commemorative Coins was Revolutionized

Have you noticed that most of our commemorative coins today have a much higher relief than they used to? Find out why here.
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A visit to Heritage Auctions

Join us as we delve into the world of Heritage Auctions – the world’s largest auction house, where rare treasures, exciting stories and records are just a hammer blow away.
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Where Minting of Commemorative Coins was Revolutionized

Have you noticed that most of our commemorative coins today have a much higher relief than they used to? Find out why here.
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What is provenance?

Provenance: This term plays a decisive role in the coin trade today. Provenances are worth their weight in gold. The same antique coin with a proper provenance can cost several times more than it would without provenance. So what is provenance?
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What is an estimate?

Do today’s coin dealers have no idea about the value of a coin? Or why is it that their estimates have nothing to do with the surcharges? Ursula Kampmann explains.
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Where Minting of Commemorative Coins was Revolutionized

Have you noticed that most of our commemorative coins today have a much higher relief than they used to? Find out why here.
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