Münzen, Medaillen und mehr

From 10,000 to 325,000 euros: Catherine the Great dominates the auction

The Heidelberger Münzhandlung offered a 10-ruble coin of Catherine the Great at auction 92, starting at €10,000. It climbed to €325,000. We explain why, and what makes this coin so special.
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Short-Whiskered Dragon: The dragon with the short whiskers

Heritage has valued a proof coin from the Chinese mint in Tianjin, dated 1911, at US$2 million. The proof coin is extremely rare; only three examples are known to be in private hands. More important, however, is its historical significance, as the coin symbolises the changing times in China.
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Menschen und Märkte

For the first time: The World Money Fair Award

On the final day of the World Money Fair, the new World Money Fair Award was presented for the first time—decided solely by the audience.
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The most beautiful exhibition stands at the World Money Fair – entirely subjective!

The 2026 World Money Fair was more colorful than ever, with mints going beyond simple booths to create eye-catching exhibition stands. Here are our favorites.
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World Money Fair: In Berlin for the 20th time

The World Money Fair took place from January 29 to 31, 2026, with more dealers and visitors than ever—overshadowed by soaring gold prices and a silver crash. How did this impact business?
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CoinsWeekly is now also available in Spanish

From 1 January 2026, MünzenWoche will also be available in Spanish. We have gained an extremely committed young colleague as a partner for this.
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Lucien Birkler, †2025

Lucien Birkler passed away on December 22, 2025, and was once one of the most renowned coin dealers in the United States. We have lost a man who loved coins, collectors, and the coin trade.
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Stumbling block for Philipp Lederer

On the initiative of the Berlin Coin Cabinet, a Stolperstein was laid in front of Philipp Lederer’s former coin shop in Berlin. Commemorating an important German numismatist and coin dealer.
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