Archive: People and Markets

Among the about 300 found silver pieces are ca. 50 complete coins. Photo: Nordjyske Museer, Denmark.

Hobby Detectorists Find Viking Treasures

Two coin hoards from Viking times were found by detectorists in Denmark at once. The coins by Harald Bluetooth tell of a dramatic period and led researchers to the sensational find of a settlement area.

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The German grading capital: The Certified Collectibles Group has its European headquarters for the grading of coins and banknotes in Munich. Photo: Annet Debar / Canva Pro.

PMG Now Grading Banknotes Year-round in Munich

The introduction of full-time PMG grading services in Munich, initially available for the Bulk and Modern tiers, marks a new expansion of the company’s services for the paper money collecting community in Europe.

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Helen Wang, Robert Bracey (Ed.), Look at the Coins! Papers in Honour of Joe Cribb on his 75th Birthday. Archaeopress Publishing Ltd. 2023. 236 pages, illustrated in colour throughout. Paperback, 205 x 290 mm. ISBN 9781803276106. £45.00.

Look at the Coins! Papers in Honour of Joe Cribb on his 75th Birthday

Joe Cribb is a well-known specialist in the monetary history of Asia. On the occasion of his 75th birthday, this volume has been prepared by friends and colleagues in appreciation of his contribution to the field, and especially for his support and guidance.

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Two-Euro Ticker: A Look Ahead at the €2 Coins of 2025 (and 2026)

After a relatively quiet end to 2024 in the world of €2 coins, the start of the new year finally brings fresh energy to this collecting field.

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Archive: Coins, Medals and more

Why Are There So Many Coins Depicting Saint George?

Saint George is one of the most popular saints of the Middle Ages and the early modern period. He is venerated by both Catholic and Orthodox Christians, the Druze and even Muslims. What do we know about this saint? Did he even exist? And why are there so many coins depicting him?
Background: Doktent via Wikicommons / CC BY-SA 4.0.

Regensburg: Where the Emperor and the Empire Met

Only a few German cities issued as magnificent early modern coins as Regensburg. And there is a good reason for this – gold and heavy silver coins in particular were in high demand in this city. Not for trading purposes but for representation. After all, the Perpetual Diet of the Holy Roman Empire sat in Regensburg. Read here how it worked and what role coins played in this event.
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