Archive: People and Markets
9th International Symposium in Early Medieval Coinage 2024
The 9th International Symposium in Early Medieval Coinage will be held in April 2024. The symposium is a great opportunity for specialists, collectors and detectorists to meet – and of course to give a talk.
Archaeological State Collection in Munich Reopened
After eight years of renovation, the Bavarian State Archaeological Collection shines in new splendor. Since April 17, 2024, the doors are once again open to visitors from all over the world. The new exhibition rooms were planned and designed by Atelier Brückner.
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?

Gustav III: A Conservative Revolutionary
On 20 June 2023, Künker will auction off medals that the Swedish King Gustav III himself gave as a present to the young Peter Frederick Augustus of Oldenburg. These medals are a testament to the policies of the king who was shot dead at a masked ball in 1792.










Pop Culture & Coins Unite! The National Coin Week 2025
What do Homer Simpson, the Olympic games, Elvis Presley, and Superman have in common? They’ve all been featured, or will soon be featured, on coins. This year’s annual National Coin Week, April 20-26, 2025, explores the fascinating ways pop culture influences money.
Swinging London: Coinex 2024
Despite Brexit and competing events, Coinex is definitely worth a trip – especially to meet the many young dealers who gather there. After all, London is swinging at Coinex, too! Ursula Kampmann reports.