Archive: People and Markets
Coinwatch – Watches With Coins For Enthusiasts
Coinwatch had a vision when it was founded in 1984: to combine coins and watches for those who love coins and wish to display them. The birth of watches with coins as dials.
German Collector Coins – Where Are the Collectors?
Every few months, Germany’s latest collector coins can be bought at face value at the counters of the Bundesbank. Sebastian Wieschowski has been on site as a collector and roving reporter for many years. He wonders: why do fewer and fewer coin enthusiasts want to be there when new additions to their own collections are being released?
Archive: Coins, Medals and more

Swissmint, a Mint of Records
Swiss numismatics is full of surprises, rarities and exciting stories. We have compiled a little overview of national and international records for you.

The Great Elector, Taxes and the Rise of Prussia
On 1 February 2024, the Künker auction house will hold its 400th auction sale. Among the 770 lots are very rare issues from the reign of Frederick William of Brandenburg-Prussia. They bear witness to the achievements of the Great Elector, who brought prosperity to a realm devastated by the Thirty Years’ War.











Evento Numismático Internacional
There is a new coin show aimed at the Spanish-speaking world: from 26 to 29 June 2024, the first Evento Numismático Internacional will take place at the prestigious Four Seasons Hotel in Madrid, and will include a coin show, numerous presentations and an extensive cultural programme.
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.