Archive: People and Markets

The Last Coin of the Pobjoy Mint

With the end of November, the history of the Pobjoy Mint also comes to an end today. The mint’s final issue is a Pegasus with a special mintmark for Taya Pobjoy. There is also a gold version of the coin with a mintage of 1.

Ruthenium on Euro Commemorative Coins: Mints Turn to Innovative Finishes – with the Blessing of Central Banks

Coins with exotic precious metal coatings have long been viewed with skepticism, but Malta has now set a new trend with a galvanised commemorative coin. Other eurozone countries are also embracing innovative finishing techniques to capture contemporary tastes.

Coins that are submitted for grading during the WMF in Berlin, for example, should be ready in time for the Numismata in Munich.

NGC Grading On-site in Munich in February

For the first time since 2019, NGC will be carrying out on-site coin grading at its office in Munich in February. Collectors and dealers have the opportunity to submit their treasures for grading at the World Money Fair in Berlin.

Numismatics for the Ears: The Royal Mint Museum Explores Britain’s Seafaring History in New Podcast

The Royal Mint Museum has launched its first-ever podcast series, called “Coins and the Sea.” The podcast is part of a wider project, which includes a temporary exhibition at The Royal Mint Experience.

Archive: Coins, Medals and more

Siege plan of the city of Frankfurt based on the original by Conrad Faber von Creuznach, 1552.

Two Cityscapes on Coins From Frankfurt am Main and The Artwork That Inspired Them

Many engravers used contemporary media to make their work easier. Their coin designs were often based on well-known engravings. This is illustrated by two pieces from the Loos Collection, which will be auctioned by Künker in September 2023.
Mit dieser Münze stimmt etwas nicht! Bild: NGC. Gemälde im Hintergrund: Eduard Gaertner, Unter den Linden, 1852

Counterfeit Detection: Altered Prussia 20 Mark

An NGC expert gives us insight into his everyday life. He shows how the year on a coin from the German Empire was altered by a coin doctor.
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