Archive: People and Markets
CAC Grading Service Begins Full Operations
With their famous green stickers, CAC was previously known mainly for the evaluation of high-grade coins already certified by other grading services. After a test phase, CAC has now fully launched its own grading service.
Florida Recognises Gold and Silver as Legal Tender
A new step in the monetary policy of US states: the “Sunshine State” will soon allow certain precious metal coins to be used in everyday transactions. However, this alternative form of currency must meet specific requirements in order to qualify.
Archive: Coins, Medals and more

The Suffering of Leiden – A Siege During the Dutch Revolt
The third part of the Beuth Collection that Künker offers in Auction 420 contains many historically interesting emergency and siege coins. They were issued by the Dutch towns besieged by Spain during the 80 Years' War. One of these towns was Leiden, which to this day commemorates the end of the siege every year with a festival.

Coins and Medals of the Popes: Representatives of the Catholic Church
Since the 16th century, people throughout Europe have collected coins and medals of the popes. Papal issues were often intended to be collectibles rather than a means of payment. Künker presents a little introduction to this fascinating subject.















The Jewish-American Hall of Fame Presents a Medal in Honor of David Ben-Gurion
To commemorate Israel’s 75th Anniversary of Independence, the Jewish-American Hall of Fame has issued a medal commemorating featuring a portrait of “The Father of Modern Israel” – David Ben-Gurion.
Numismatic Fine Art – A New Auction House Introduces Itself
Numismatic Fine Art has been operating an online store for some time already, and now the first auction is about to take place. Here, André Bollinger introduces his company to the numismatic community.