Archive: People and Markets
The Brahekyrkan Coin Hoard – A Sensational Find on Visingsö
Swedish archaeologists made a spectacular discovery on the island of Visingsö. They found 170 coins from the mid-12th century in a grave, posing a number of questions.
NCBA Launches New Website
The National Coin & Bullion Association has officially launched their new website. The site offers many new improvements and enhanced features.
Archive: Coins, Medals and more

Why Neuchâtel Is Not Part of France Today
It was a close call – Louis XIV would certainly have swallowed up Neuchâtel in today’s Switzerland if it had not been for Marie de Nemours’ fierce insistence on her rights. We explain the political situation and introduce you to the princess and her coinage. All the pieces shown come from the Bürki Collection and will be on offer in SINCONA’s Auction 95 on 24 October 2024.

The First Piece of Mail Sent Using a Stamp to Be Offered at Sotheby’s
A Penny Black affixed to a Mulready envelope is among the most valuable items in Philately ever offered at auction. The earliest posted envelope using a prepaid stamp, dating to 1840, will be sold at Sotheby’s with an estimate of $1.5–2.5 million.










Royal Mint Discontinues Rose Gold Alloy for Sovereign Coins
The Royal Mint has unveiled the Sovereign collection for 2025, alongside a major announcement regarding the coin’s future composition.
Call for Papers: Conference on Ancient Coin Legends in June 2025
From 26th to 28th June 2025 the conference “Ancient coin legends: composition, design, lexicography, and framing potential” will be held in Munich. Abstracts can be sent in until October 31st 2024.