Entries by Sebastian Wieschowski

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.

Price Decline for Monaco Euro Coins – Is the Hype Over?

For many years, Euro coins from Monaco were regarded as true treasures among collectors. The exclusive mintings from the small principality were highly sought after, with prices seemingly heading in only one direction: steeply upwards. But now that trend appears to have come to an end—why?

Swissmint Issue Programme 2025

Swissmint unveils its issue programme for 2025, featuring six commemorative coins across various denominations.

Unity Coin Sows Discord: More Than Just a Matter of Taste?

The fall of the Berlin Wall and reunification are considered, despite occasional tensions between East and West, as a defining moment in German history, a cause for celebration for many Germans – but not, it seems, within certain corners of the German coin collecting community.

A New Era for the Caribbean: The Caribbean Guilder is Coming

In March 2025, a new currency will be introduced – the Caribbean Guilder. Collectors can look forward to intricately designed coins and banknotes that highlight the cultural and maritime identity of the islands of Curaçao and Sint Maarten.

Two-Euro Ticker: New 2-Euro Coins in September 2024

The Federal Republic is once again stirring up the collector world with two surprising announcements. Additionally, San Marino, Slovakia, and Latvia are delighting collectors with new designs.

New Coin Sets Mark 70th Anniversary of the Godzilla Series

To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Godzilla series, two new coin sets have been released: the 70th Anniversary of GODZILLA Series BU Coin Set and the 70th Anniversary of GODZILLA Series 2024 Proof Coin Set.