Between Triumph and Tragedy – Maximilian II Emanuel, “The Prince of Bankrupts”

Maximilian II Emanuel of Bavaria, known as gifted general, an avid builder, and a passionate collector of art, led a turbulent life. Medals offered in Auction 18 of Leu Numismatik AG reflect both the heights and humiliations of Maximilian’s military campaigns in southern Germany.

The Eggenberg Family and the Power of Money

In a new exhibition of the Coin Cabinet at Eggenberg Palace (Graz, Austria) the rise, splendour and decline of the Eggenberg dynasty are presented using their coins. In addition, examples of the diversity of coinage in the Holy Roman Empire in the 17th century are presented.

Künker Auctions 100 Pieces from the Ronus Collection to Benefit the ANS

As part of Künkers eLive Auction 87, 100 pieces from the Robert Ronus Collection which were generously donated to the ANS will be auctioned off to benefit the Society. Robert Ronus is a passionate coin collector, dedicated numismatist and a long-time supporter of the ANS.

Marija Jurić Zagorka: A Feminist Icon from Croatia

The Croatian National Bank, in cooperation with the Croatian Mint, continues its series on Croatian literature. The second issue is dedicated to Marija Jurić Zagorka. She is celebrated in Croatia as an icon of feminism.

“The Art of Making Medals” Published

What Goes Into Making a Medal? Editor Ross Pollard has packed his new book “The Art of Making Medals” with practical, first-hand insights from contemporary artists into the fascinating world of medallic sculpture. Each chapter was contributed by a member of the American Medallic Sculpture Association and documents the creation of an original medal from start to finish.

Hess Divo

Hess Divo⸱ Auction 343 ⸱ 25 May 2025 ⸱ Zurich

In their 343rd auction on 25 May 2025, Hess Divo will be offering an exquisite selection of coins from antiquity, the Middle Ages and modern times with outstanding provenances. The sale revolves around the collection of Eberhard W. Kornfeld, an art dealer from Bern, Switzerland. It is an absolute “must” for aesthetes and lovers of great pedigrees!

Classical Numismatic Group

Classical Numismatic Group ⸱ Electronic Auction 587 ⸱ 21 May 2025 ⸱ Online

Classical Numismatic Group presents their Electronic Auction 587 featuring 1238 lots. The sale presents a number of coins from the same great collections featured in Feature Auction 129, including the Beniak, Drewry, Alexander Christopher, Savonarola, and Siren Collections.

Numismatica Ars Classica / Classical Numismatic Group / Numismatica Genevensis

Numismatica Ars Classica / Classical Numismatic Group / Numismatica Genevensis ⸱ The Geoffrey Cope Collection Part III ⸱ 22 May 2025 ⸱ Online

CNG, in association with NAC and NGSA, presents Part III of The Geoffrey Cope Collection of British Coins. This sale features the remainder of the collection, with a number of exceptional British coins and a small but impressive selection of ancient coins.

Dr. Busso Peus Nachf.

Dr. Busso Peus Nachf. ⸱ Auction 442 ⸱ 28-30 April 2025 ⸱ Frankfurt

The spring auction of Dr. Busso Peus Nachf. was once again to the great satisfaction of the consignors. Part 2 of the Lückger Collection, featuring coins from the Rhineland and Westphalia, attracted tremendous interest, and demand for ancient coins continues unabated.

Leu Numismatik

Leu Numismatik ⸱ Auction 18 ⸱ 1 June 2025 ⸱ Zurich

Leu Numismatik presents its Auction 18 – their inaugural floor sale devoted exclusively to the coins and medals of the Middle Ages and the modern era. Among the highlights are several rare and superbly preserved series from Switzerland, Germany (with a focus on Saxony), France and Flanders, as well as Italy and the United States.