Archive: People and Markets

Euro-Banknoten sind beliebt als Zahlungsmittel, aber wirklich identifizieren können sich die Europäer nicht damit. Bis 2026 will die EZB das ändern: mit neuen Geldscheinen. Bild: Mabel Amber via Pixabay.

Vote for the Theme of the New Euro Banknotes!

The ECB is developing a new series of Euro banknotes. As Europeans should identify with their currency, people are invited to express preferences on seven shortlisted themes in a public survey.

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Dr. Ute Wartenberg Kagan and Dr. Gilles Bransbourg. Photo: ANS.

Change Of Leadership at the American Numismatic Society

Gilles Bransbourg will be stepping down from his position as ANS Executive Director in September 2024. Dr. Ute Wartenberg Kagan, currently President of the ANS, will return to this position, which she previously held from 1999 through 2019.

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A New Chapter: The Foundation of a New Auction House for Numismatic Literature

A new auction house enriches the numismatic landscape: the numismatic antiquarian bookshop Numismatisches Antiquariat Lang is an auction house specializing in numismatic literature.

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The Heimerle + Meule Group acquires Reischauer GmbH, a company known worldwide in the coin industry.

Reischauer Becomes Part of the Heimerle + Meule Group

With the acquisition of Reischauer GmbH, the Heimerle + Meule Group is expanding its already strong position in the European precious metals market. In the previous year, Heimerle + Meule was already able to substantially enlarge its expertise in precious metal coins and medals by acquiring a majority stake in the Commonwealth Mint.

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Archive: Coins, Medals and more

Important Collection of Islamic Glass Weights at Numismatica Genevensis SA

Islamic glass weights are fascinating due to their resemblance to coins and their still disputed function. Numismatica Genevensis is able to offer an entire collection in museum quality in its upcoming Islamic auction.

Switzerland’s Special Coin 200 Years Swiss Shooting Sport Federation Hits the Bull’s Eye

What do you think of when you hear “Switzerland” and “shooting”? Do you think of shooting talers, William Tell, and/or the Swiss Federal Shooting Competition? Vito Noto told Ursula Kampmann what came to mind when he created the design for the newest Swissmint coin.
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