SICILY. Syracuse.
Dionysius I (405-367 BC).
AR decadrachm (35mm, 41.83 gm, 10h).
NGC Choice XF 4/5 - 3/5, Fine Style.


Julius Caesar, as Consul for the Third Time (46 BC),
with Aulus Hirtius, as Praetor.
AV aureus (21mm, 8.15 gm, 3h).
NGC Choice AU★ 5/5 - 5/5.


Hadrian (AD 117-138).
AV aureus (20mm, 7.31 gm, 6h).
NGC Choice AU★ 5/5 - 5/5,
Fine Style.


Faustina Junior (AD 147-175/176).
AV aureus (18mm, 7.37 gm, 6h).
NGC Choice AU 5/5 - 3/5, light marks.


Pertinax (1 January-28 March AD 193).
AV aureus (20mm, 7.20 gm, 5h).
NGC Gem MS 5/5 - 5/5, Fine Style.


George V
gold Proof Pattern Crown 1935
PR64+ Ultra Cameo NGC


Republic silver Proof Pattern 8 Reales 1827
Go-WW PR64 Cameo NGC.
From the Eternal Collection, Part II


Dutch Colony. United East India Company (VOC)
gold Proof Pattern Ducaton 1728 PR63 NGC.
From the Peh Family Collection, Part II


Münzen, Medaillen und mehr

Münster, Osnabrück, Passau and the Counts of Lamberg
Münster, Osnabrück and Passau: How are these places related to the Counts of Lamberg? We use coins from Künker’s auction 424 to illustrate how noble families in the Holy Roman Empire climbed the social ladder in early modern times, and explain the reasons for and the consequences of such ascents.

In Search of the Big Five
The Big Five – they are the stars on South Africa's commemorative coins. We visit the elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo, and leopard in their most famous reserve, the Kruger National Park. Let's see how many of the iconic five we can capture (with the camera).
Heritage Auctions Opens German Office in Munich
Germany has a vibrant collector community. The US auction giant Heritage Auctions has also recognized this. It has opened a new office in Munich to offer German clients personalized support and access to a global audience for their collections.
New Publication on Hallmarks of Gold Coinage in Serbia and Yugoslavia
After the work of countless renowned scholars, is it even possible to make new findings in the numismatics of Austria-Hungary and the Balkans? The Austrian Research Society for Numismatics says „yes!“ and proves this with Aleksandar Brzić’s new book on Serbian and Yugoslav hallmarks on gold coins from 1882 to 1941.
Coin Shop Looted in Michigan
The Numismatic Crime Information Center notifies the numismatic community about a burglary at a coin shop in South Eastern Michigan on 16 December.
Greysheet Launches Red Book Podcast Series
Greysheet launched The Red Book Podcast, a new online series hosted by John Feigenbaum and Jeff Garrett. The podcast delves into the rich history and fascinating stories surrounding the legendary A Guide Book of United States Coins, affectionately known as the “Red Book”.
NUMISMATA Under New Management
The NUMISMATA is under new management, as announced on the coin show’s website. Former staff members will take over the organization under the name EMZ Messeveranstaltungs UG. The NUMISMATA in Berlin will also take place again in 2025.
Swissmint as Guest of Honour at the World Money Fair
Modern coins for a modern Switzerland – that is the mission of Swissmint. As the guest of honour at the 2025 World Money Fair, Swissmint has many attractions in store for collectors and visitors. Read on to find out more.