Archive: People and Markets

PMG Grading On-site Service at the HKINF

NGC Hong Kong will accept PMG on-site grading submissions and will offer free paper money evaluations at the Hong Kong International Numismatic Fair (HKINF), on December 11-13, 2023.

Will the Bayern Thaler Become the Long-Awaited German Bullion Coin?

The Free State of Bavaria has commissioned the Bavarian State Mint to produce a series of precious metal investment products. The “Bayern Thaler” aims to join the ranks of investment icons and is in keeping with the spirit of the times – but there are pitfalls ahead.

At the MDC conference in Ottawa the designated Chair of the Mint Directors Association announced the formation of the Mint Directors Association Ltd – a not for profit Incorporated Association currently comprising 19 Member Mints from around the world. Image: MDC.

Mark Cartwright is the New MDA Executive Director

The Chair of the Mint Directors Association has announced the appointment of Mark Cartwright as the Executive Director of MDA Ltd.

New Zealand. £100, no date (1928-1929), Auckland. From the Joshua Lee collection and formally owned by Amon Carter.

A Short Numismatic History of New Zealand

Heritage offers a banknote that is considered a highlight of the monetary history of New Zealand. Reason enough for coin dealer Joshua Lee to present some of New Zealand’s most spectacular coins and banknotes.

Archive: Coins, Medals and more

Farewell to the Penny: (No) Impact on Numismatics?

The United States Mint is ending production of the one-cent coin – triggering a rush on 2025 penny rolls. But one expert urges collectors to stay calm.

25 Years Ago: Millennium Coins and the Dawn of a New Era

The transition to a new millennium captivated the numismatic world. Commemorative coins from that time were colourful and bold, as a brief glance at the past led to a high-speed journey into a high-tech future—only for things to turn out differently.
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